If you haven't played a lot of games then you'll want to play only the greatest games. Eventually though you'll reach a point where you've seen the same formula for great games over and over, and while they're still great, you'll crave something different. That's when you play this game.

Is Eternal Sonata a great game? Probably not. It is unique, and most importantly, it's good enough. A lot of weird and experimental games are a pain to play but you'll never struggle to get through this game. The gameplay is perfectly serviceable so that you can see the truly one of a kind story. If playing something new and different is your primary goal then play this game.