The two main characters and their relationship are the core of this game. If you don't buy into them and/or are not invested in them, then this game is absolutely not going to land with you. Because frankly, the combat and exploration get a bit tedious. I was playing mainly for the excellent writing by the end. That being said: props for the really nice AA visuals--and the music and performances are solid too. I just wish the gameplay had lived up to the narrative elements.