The Experiment

The Experiment overcomes its clichéd beginnings with original gameplay.

While you're still clicking to move in The Experiment, the indirectness of the "Hey, look over here!" light switch flicking and the constant juggling of three different camera angles gives this game a fresh feel. The same goes for the chemical cocktails and e-mail gossip that replaces a more typical inventory, even if the data can be overwhelming at times. The details of the story surrounding the Tyriade creatures and the researchers studying them are compelling enough to keep you going, especially if they eventually patch the crash bug, so if you're look for an adventure with a very different vibe, you can Experiment with this one.