As of right now, there is no video game out there quite like Facade. It's use of AI goes unprecidented with the way it understands language. Because of this, it's impossible for a serious gamer not to have some respect for this game.
However, it's very limited. Sure, the first couple playthrough's are usually fun, but there is a lot that the game can't do and once you figure out the formula for what order the sequence of events takes place, it starts to feel a bit monotonous.
Another problem is the two main characters. They're both whiny and annoying. It's never a good thing when you technically have an entire cast of scrappies. I mean, they invite their old best friend over just to bitch about each other. I guess it's cool that they managed to replicate being forced to act as a marriage counciler for two whiny bastards who you'd never hang out with in real life, but how exactly is that entertaining. This is why it is for fun to insult them and get them to kick you out.
Overall, this is a very groundbreaking game, but that only holds so much water. After game developers improve on this technology, I see this game suffering from Seinfeld Is Unfunnyvery quickly.
Technologically Impressive, But Not That Fun
As of right now, there is no video game out there quite like Facade. It's use of AI goes unprecidented with the way it understands language. Because of this, it's impossible for a serious gamer not to have some respect for this game.
However, it's very limited. Sure, the first couple playthrough's are usually fun, but there is a lot that the game can't do and once you figure out the formula for what order the sequence of events takes place, it starts to feel a bit monotonous.
Another problem is the two main characters. They're both whiny and annoying. It's never a good thing when you technically have an entire cast of scrappies. I mean, they invite their old best friend over just to bitch about each other. I guess it's cool that they managed to replicate being forced to act as a marriage counciler for two whiny bastards who you'd never hang out with in real life, but how exactly is that entertaining. This is why it is for fun to insult them and get them to kick you out.
Overall, this is a very groundbreaking game, but that only holds so much water. After game developers improve on this technology, I see this game suffering from Seinfeld Is Unfunny very quickly.
Rating: 2/4