Haha, it's much more platformer-y now.
I have a certain feeling though, that the plastic-ness is wholly intentional. I've seen what Taka can do, and it's on a higher level of detail than this. Which leads me to believe that the plastic feel is completely intentional.
BUT the varying tree lengths is a feast for the eyes, I'd suggest something like that as well. :]
Man, can't wait to play the game :3~