Anachronox

You know how disappointed you are that fire-fly didn't make it? You'll be equally disappointed when you see the end of this game and realize they never made a sequel. Probably my favorite game ever.

This game was so highly underrated it's a crime. Outstanding turn base "JRPG" style gameplay that doesn't actually suck like nearly every JRPG since FF IX. Amazing characters, some of the best writing for a game since Planescape: Torment and addictive gameplay make Anachronox one of my all time favorite RPG's on the PC, and among the only JRPG style game on the PC that's worth playing. And it's definitely worth playing. If you like the JRPG style of gameplay without the terribly annoying, brooding, emo, drama filled whine-fest, shallow characters that comes from Japanese game writing, Anachronox is for you!

Just as one of fellow reviewers here, I had problems getting into the game initially. No, nothing technical either, just wouldn't "click in" initially... I think my main issue with the game was the jRPG style - I'm not a fan and it took me a while to get dragged into the narrative. Boy, was that worth it... This game is unique. Not only because its planned sequel never got made, but also because it is an unusual mix of RPG, comedy, romance and tragedy (quirky and sometimes dark sense of humour prevailing). All that in a scifi package. The story is quite complex, not going to spoil anything in here, and borrows a lot from Douglas Adams-style storytelling ("The Hitchhiker's Guide). Add some Terry Pratchett, some epic scifi adventures worthy of Babylon 5 and unforgettable characters, and you get Anachronox. A real treat, I'm so happy to see it on GOG :)

Weak graphics, bugs and imperfect controls, but Holy Shit, it's a very solid RPG, with a great atmosphere, a solid story and a rampant humor. Must Buy.

I missed this little gem when it came out. The first time I heard of it was about 2 months ago, when I bought it. I'm sad I missed it. It could have made my morose, pathetic college life a bit more entertaining.