This was actually the first Ultima game I played, strange enough, back in 1992. After this, I sought out Ultima 6, then 4, then 7, Underworld 1, 7 part 2, 8 and [ugh] 9 back in the day. I didn't play the initial 3 or 5 or Underworld 2 [meh] until much, much later. Yes, the Ultima 6 interface is in full force here, which means a lot of fiddling with inventory and piles of stuff, but once you get used to that, you will find a fantastically creative adventure which will stick will you long after you play through it. If you have a problem, get a walk-through and get through the first hour or so [at which point you won't be hurting for oxygen or money too much]. If you like this, go ahead and buy 6 & 7 right away. 7 is a must have for any RPG fan, and 6 is wonderful as well, and you already know the interface!
