The Aggie Awards – The Best Adventure Games of 2023 page 2
Best Story: The Talos Principle 2
The Talos Principle 2 not only excels as a complex puzzle game but also stands out for its captivating narrative, earning it both the Aggie Award and the Readers' Choice Award for Best Story. Set in the enigmatic world of New Jerusalem and beyond, the game intertwines challenging puzzles with a multifaceted plot, rich in both rational and religious undertones. The dramatic writing shines through in dialogues that are engaging and often amusing despite occasional over-the-top moments. This is complemented by diverse voice acting, where characters, as robots, bring an array of accents and vocabularies, adding depth and humor to the experience. While the puzzles are formidable, demanding out-of-the box thinking, they remain logical and integral to the unfolding story.
Spanning over 35 hours for the main content, with additional hours for side content, The Talos Principle 2 is a lengthy adventure but one that's richly rewarding for puzzle enthusiasts and philosophy majors alike. It's a game that stimulates the mind and draws the player into its intricate, historic world, making it a deserving winner of both Best Story awards.
Readers’ Choice: The Talos Principle 2
Runners-Up:
The Will of Arthur Flabbington
Next up: Best Writing – Comedy... the envelope, please!
