Echoing what has been said by previous reviewers, The Last Express is the pinnacle of story-based gaming. I hadn't played this in years but had fond memories of it. After getting it on gog.com I was shocked at how great it was. Unlike most games in this genre, TLE shies away from impossible/nonsensical puzzles. Solutions can always be solved by contemplating how one should act in reality, which makes the more challenging bits extremely satisfying. Pulling you through the experience is the wonderful story which creates a vibe of high-adventure. It's a bit like Indiana Jones meets James Bond. The game probably takes about ten hours to complete (if you already remember the solutions), but the writing and unique “real-time” aspects provide for great repeat plays. This is actually one of the only adventure games I felt compelled to finish multiple times! This is a bit plus and testament to how immersive the game environment and story is. Don't be surprised find yourself with a hankering to revisit the Orient Express' final voyage time and time again.
