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Not a Button-Masher

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: January 18, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Dreamfall has an interesting and complex storyline and visually it's gorgeous. Before I bought this game I read a review that said it was almost more like watching a movie than playing a video game--and in some places, this is true.

This game is dialogue-intensive, with a few puzzles here and there that are mostly pretty easy. I enjoyed the various cities and worlds the main characters found themselves in, and the graphics and voice talent are amazingly good.

People who like high-action video games with lots of combat probably won't like this game, but those who like exploration, sophisticated storylines, and real-seeming characters will like Dreamfall a lot. In fact, combat is clunky and obviously not meant to be a major part of the game.

My only complaints: The overall story would have been even better if I'd played the first game (Dreamfall is a sequel); and the replay value is low, since I don't think you can play any different characters.

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5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: February 18, 2007
Author: Amazon User

let me start by saying that this game is not heavy on gameplay. there are several things i would say that could be done to make this more like all the other games and "improve" it based on the fun-factor you get in other great games of today.
however, i think that the deemphasizing of the gameplay perspective was an at least somewhat conscious choice on the part of tornquist, the games creator. when a game focuses so much on the mechanics of the way the game plays it has a tendancy to divert the focus from the plotlines. and with this story, in particular, anything that takes away from the plot is simply unforgivable. the story that unfolds is something that true gameplayers, and lovers of fiction dream of. a wonderful and surprising exercise in nuance with largely human moments.
it seems that in todays world of gaming, for the most part, any plot that you get is an excuse (usually not a good one) to play the game, when anyone with the slightest bit of sense knows that you can only make so good a game with that mindset. the truth is, the best games, the games that you remember the most fondly are ones that you connected with on a level deeper than shooting aliens or demons or felons, etc. the only reason we participate in any type of media is bc some part of it resonates with us. this story is one that, for me, resonated so much more than just about any other game ive enjoyed in the past. sure there are great games out there that lack the intricate plot but this game is set apart.
beautiful music, beautiful environments. beautiful game

I guess it's a game.

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 2 / 4
Date: July 07, 2007
Author: Amazon User

It's not really a game. It is more of a story you '
participate' in. The story was interesting, and I grew to like the characters, but it all seemed to mean nothing in the end.

The graphics are okay, The soundtrack is good, but there really is no game play. If you are looking for more of a movie or a story, then this is your game. If you are looking for an actual video game, then no.

Good Game, Great Story

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: May 19, 2006
Author: Amazon User

I finished Dreamfall up last night. Wow, I loved the ending as well as the rest of the story.

It took me just over 13 hours to finish, and I enjoyed every second of it. I didn't find the sneaking around to be too bad actually, but it certainly wasn't great. The combat was passable, but again it wasn't great. The puzzles were easy, but I didn't mind because it kept the game flowing at a good pace for me. The story and the characters kept me hooked and I would recommend the game to anyone who likes a good story.

I actually had (just a tiny bit) more fun playing this than I have had with Oblivion, and I really have enjoyed my 30 hours with that. Which one is a better game? The gameplay certainly isn't as fleshed out in Dreamfall, the code behind it isn't nearly as complicated as Oblivion, the world isn't as large and not nearly as open. But I play games to be drawn into the world and to have fun and Dreamfall eeked it out in that category for me.
It may not be the best game out there, and it certainly isn't the game of the year, but it may be the most fun I will have with a game all year. It beat out anything I played last year, that's for sure.

alright...

2 Rating: 2, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: May 21, 2006
Author: Amazon User

I think it is pretty good but not great. like someone else said theres not a ton of gameplay and so much talking. I luckily found out you can skip if you press B a lot, good story but can get tiring.

Best game I've played since the first Longest Journey!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: June 14, 2006
Author: Amazon User

If you've played the original Longest Journey following the steps of April Ryan and you enjoyed the game, then you will absolutely love this one. The puzzles are much easier in Dreamfall, but the character development, interesting dialogue, and complex, amazing storyline are all there again! I liked this game more than the first because I thought the voice acting was better done this time around, I really liked Zoe's character, and the graphics were stunning. You get to travel a lot more places in Dreamfall, as well, which I thought gave the game a much "bigger" feel than the first one. BUY THIS GAME! IT'S WORTH IT!!
If you've never embarked on this series before, I suggest playing The Longest Journey first and then this. But, if you've not the patience to play through uno before dos, then go ahead and start this one and get some exposure to the best adventure game series out there!!

Excellent (Book-like)

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: November 13, 2006
Author: Amazon User

I loved this game. I had friends who were coming over as i played, and who stayed and simply watched the vid scenes due to the extreme strength of the plot. It was sincerely like playing a game, but being in a well written book.
The plot is absolutely spectacular, and the graphics for the most part are fairly well done.
There is the occasional annoyance with movement. I found that i got aggravated when running across a particular bit in front of the temple, as it was slow. But for the most part, it's perfect.
There's tons of variability in the worlds, and it's a surprise when you come to each new place.
The fighting system is weak, i must say, but that isn't really a problem with this game, as fighting is not the point. It's great for people who love myst, and want to see that convert (well) to xbox.
A delightful game. I highly reccomend it.

Great adventure game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: March 04, 2008
Author: Amazon User

This game is a great adventure game. Nice graphics, and it plays well on my xbox 360 system. I added it to my collection of games. It is hard to find, and worth the price.

Spectacular!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 2
Date: May 04, 2006
Author: Amazon User

The story of Dreamfall is fabulous and immersive! No senseless puzzles! The challenges require high curiosity and a little common sense to solve, but they aren't too easy. There are multiple choices for every action, some which seriously alter how you progress. Plenty of replay, I'm still finding new ways! The only downside is the lousy PC controls (hoping for a patch soon), but the Xbox is fine so I'm given this a top rating!

Should have been a book or a movie it would have been better that way!

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 1 / 5
Date: May 07, 2006
Author: Amazon User

This game says its an action/adventure game but I say its adventure game emphasis on adventure. Some people say that its short but its long. It is called "dreamfall: the longest journey" for a reason. All I've done is "Talk to one person and talk to an other person, walk over here, walk over there, blah blah blah". In a game you should be playing it not just mindlessly moving a joystick. This should have been either a book or a movie 'cuz this is not worth a penny to be video game! But if you like adventure games you should get this 'cuz thats ALL IT IS!

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