After playing it for atleast 6 hours (no mods) i can say the pros and cons in my opinion.
Pros:
-not finished (it can be better)
-better graphics
-better battle system
-better character costumization
Cons:
-poorly optimized (if i can run max settings red dead 2 at 60 fps but not this something is wrong)
-worse map system
-worse slaves
-worse shop
-worse equipment system
-worse stat system
-worse sex mechanics
-worse status system
-worse mansion
Other than that everything is in a grey area for me
100%
The Mansion
The original was bad - but this sequel has been turned into a UI navigation nightmare.
Travel system
The way characters travel was obscure in the original - but here it makes absolutely zero sense
Dating
The extremely lack luster dating system, was copy-pasted as if it was the pinnacle of human-human interaction.
if number is low, press low number, if number is high, press high number.
ZERO requirement to take the personality of a slave into account.
Likes, Aversions and sex
Went from a somewhat nuanced system where you could get a "reluctant" response to an action.
Something that went to "action is either greyed out, or the receiver is a wanton slut over the action".
Bethesda level morality that makes all interactions feel plastic...
...and (unless I'm missing something) three-some were removed - which makes this sequel a objective downgrade.
I'm actually sadge...
...because there are so precious few games that feature these interactive sex scenes.
But I dont even see a future for this title - based on the current directions.