This sequel has a whole set of new characters and a completely different haunted house to the first movie. Its not a bad idea actually, as it ensures the film can do its own thing more easily. Like the other film, though, it is a very light horror movie, which is stronger in its comedy moments, some of which were laugh-out-loud - John Ratzenberger was particularly hilarious in a cameo as an electrician who also deals with supernatural problems. All-in-all, I would say this is pretty much on a par with the original film.