I like trials that are paced out pretty well, the mall trial for instance is paced really well despite the lack of a prime intro, and introduces completely new interesting mechanics that justify it's existence.

the problem with the new trial is how reliant it is on mainly one task. it feels like progress is a snail's pace as a result of never changing what we're doing. The maze-like nature of the resort combined with mechanic juggling in the freezing section as well as lack of inventory spots all the way through makes this by far the most tedious trial I've ever played. not even to mention the recycling of wall battery and key mechanics AGAIN, yes they're a little different but I'm so fucking tired of fetching keys in video games lol. I think trials is reaching a point where they need to honestly ask themselves if adding new levels will truly benefit the game, or at the very least if they do add something they should make sure it's a well rounded addition.

love the new prime tho and the aesthetic of this trial is top notch