Have never had a more immersive video game experience. Almost every aspect feels crafted specifically for the purpose of breathing life into an authentic world. That the gameplay is as compelling and seamlessly integrated as it is is just unfair.
Of particular note to me is the polarising quest system; while I understand the grievances calling it obtuse, I find that it's for that exact reason that I feel like I'm stumbling across naturally emerging storylines throughout my travels. The cost of lacking a quest journal and marker is well overcompensated for by the trust it places in the player to buy into the conceit and play their role in the story. An unforgettable journey.