The game tells an excellent story. A lot of the charm comes from knowing at least a little bit about the main characters and their backstories, but the game does a very good job re-telling those stories for newer audiences. A lot of solid character development too, which was predictable, but ultimately nice to see.

The gameplay leaves a lot to be desired, and the little bits of exploration can be fun for the sightseeing, but it does get a bit tedious after a while. When it comes to combat, it is very easy for the most part. Even while playing on the hardest difficulty setting, I didn't have much trouble getting through the game. Upgrades don't feel major, or significant. The combat does get very repetitive, but the story definitely carries this game's quality. The dialog choices can be fun here and there, but it generally doesn't change the story, or have any significant effect. The visuals are very impressive and pretty to look at, and it has a fun soundtrack.

I purchased it at full price, but I'd recommend getting it on sale. If you are big on narrative-driven games though, then the full price tag might be justifiable.

If I have to hear the word "flark" one more time though, I am going to scream.

The game tells an excellent story. A lot of the charm comes from knowing at least a little bit about the main characters and their backstories, but the game does a very good job re-telling those stories for newer audiences. A lot of solid character development too, which was predictable, but ultimately nice to see. The gameplay leaves a lot to be desired, and the little bits of exploration can be fun for the sightseeing, but it does get a bit tedious after a while. When it comes to combat, it is very easy for the most part. Even while playing on the hardest difficulty setting, I didn't have much trouble getting through the game. Upgrades don't feel major, or significant. The combat does get very repetitive, but the story definitely carries this game's quality. The dialog choices can be fun here and there, but it generally doesn't change the story, or have any significant effect. The visuals are very impressive and pretty to look at, and it has a fun soundtrack. I purchased it at full price, but I'd recommend getting it on sale. If you are big on narrative-driven games though, then the full price tag might be justifiable. If I have to hear the word "flark" one more time though, I am going to scream.