I've played this game with a friend for over 40 hours so far and I'm just starting my own campaign. :) As other reviews have mentioned, this is a reading-heavy game (although it balances out as you learn the mechanics and gradually start to manage more and more). Don't be discouraged by this as it is one of the game's absolute strengts - it allows you to sink into an atmosphere that is quite unmatched. You've got a truly astonishing lore that must have taken years to write and is a joy to read. You will feel the story pull you along, hungry to find out what's around the next corner, while the constant challenges and the pacing keeps you on your toes. The graphics are very nice for an independent game, the majority of the places you visit have stunning illustrations and they convey the rich but unforgiving nature of the world that is depicted in the story. There are loads to do and the challenge is there from the beginning, be prepared for that. :) It very much is like playing a tabletop RPG with your mates, you feel that your actions have consequences. Combat can be a bit clunky at times but it's not really an issue, and it sort of reminds me of the old Heroes of Might and Magic games, in a good way. (It's like pizza - when it's good, it's great; when it's bad, it's still pretty good.) :) Overall, the game is definitely recommended. It's a unique, engrossing one that will keep you entertained for a long-long time. I wish we got more of these types of games.
