A new class of game - The Interactive Movie. This is not up to par with TLJ, but it's a beautiful game and story.
As for the story, it was certainly very interesting and intriguing. However, I'm sure that there are many here who are as disappointed as me in the ending. In fact, I was shocked by it. That's fine that a game leaves some cliffhangers and unanswered questions for the sequel. But, c'mon, there was practically nothing answered by the end of the game. Now, thinking back on TLJ, which I played a couple of years ago so the mind's fuzzy, I can make some assumptions, such as about April and Kian. (Not going to give anything away to those who haven't played yet.) What's up with Westhouse? As for Zoe, well who knows what's going on with her - absolutely no closure there.
Anyway, this is a review so I'll continue in that vein. The graphics and sound are rock solid in Dreamfall. In fact, the soundtrack is excellent, bringing the appropriate mood and the right moments. A couple of cheesy songs here and there, but so be it. (The game lends itself to the females though I enjoy it all the same as a male) My reviewer's tilt is very high to give the game credit for story and production value. I'm glad I played this game despite the frustration. It was great to be reacquainted with many of the old characters from TLJ, especially Crow - one of the best and funniest sidekicks in the gaming world. I guess you could say Crow was left hanging out dry here too.
The game was obviously a setup for another sequel or possibly final game in a trilogy. Sort of an "Empire Strikes Back" for the TLJ series, wherein that movie and Dreamfall basically have no tight conclusion. I recommend this game, but keep in mind that is in no way near as fulfilling at the first game. However, that may be by design. This game does make you think. In fact, it begs one to revisit the first game to answer some questions and predict what may come. With that in mind, Dreamfall could be a work of genius, meaning my "decent" rating will be a misrepresentation. However, regardless of how things turn out with the sequel and the overall story, there is one MAJOR flaw with this game - and that is poor game-play. I hope the developers realize this flaw next time out - that all these elements are needed to make a great game - a game such as "The Longest Journey".
In closing, I'd say that this "game" would have been better served as a movie to bridge a gap between two games. I'm glad a "played" it, but I could have just "watched" it, which is practically what one does in this "game".