Is GTA 4 Episode 2 better than the original GTA4?

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I like GTA4, like GTA3 it isn't over the top and I liked it for what it is but it's time for some over the top spin-off. Maybe this is it seeing how the theme is extravagant aswell but if not then I'm stil hoping for a true spin-off as in a full game with a new city/landmass.