Well, has it? To the Moon might just have one of the most thoughtful and inspiring stories ever conceived in a video game. Its nostalgic 16-bit overworld graphics are intertwined with touching, hand-drawn scenes and an overwhelming soundtrack which is guaranteed to tug at those heart strings. As the player, you will assume the role of one of two scientists who are traveling backwards through the scattered memories of a dying man's life. His life has never been particularly satisfying, so it's up to Dr. Rosalene and Dr. Watts to fool his mind into believing he has accomplished his ultimate life goals. Let it be known that this is not a "gamer's game". The player will not be challenged, and, excepting a short late game sequence, there is really no gameplay to speak of. However, it is really left up to the player to decide whether or not this is a deal breaker. Either way, To the Moon is an experience that I highly recommend to any lover of games. Just don't be afraid to shed some tears of manliness. I did, and you will too.
