I tried this, wasn't really in love with it, then I bought XL from the DLC and now I can't get enough of it. Now I'm kicking myself for not keeping it.

I enjoyed this game so much more than 999. I didn't replay 999 before VLR and I was able to follow just fine. As far as that goes, I do think they could have tied some of the extra characters in a little better for the ending. after all you learn, and I haven't seen anyone suggest a notepad or something to have on stand by while playing, I felt the ending(s) were a bit of a let sown after investing 50 hours (in my case) to the game. that said. I would agree it should score higher than 8. it was by far the best game I've played this year.