“Could become a kiddie cult classic…”

“A small fable, but profound and full of feeling…”

“… honors the scribbled-on-the-back-of-your-homework style of Pilkey’s drawings, while also deepening the world.”

“… feels like a combination of a nature documentary and a role-playing video game.”

“… an undeniable drop in quality when it comes to the music.”

“… offers a distinctly dimensional visual experience.”

“Less a quick cash grab and more of a natural progression…”

“…would be instantly forgettable if it weren’t for the bizarre story choices that can only be described as autopopulated hiccups.”

“As urgent, immediate, and imaginative as anything Miyazaki has made…”

“Equally preciously pastel as its predecessor…”