My character died many times, because I couldn't look around and grab my sword fast enough to kill the creatures. Graphics are pretty good. I liked the cartoon look of KQ7 a lot better though. Sound is pretty great. THey did a decent job with combining the effects with the movements of the charatcers.
Music is great too.
If you're looking for something in between an action and adventure, you're in the right ballpark, but if its adventure you are after, then search somewhere else. I don't enjoy the 1-1 combat in these games because it sucks. If I feel like shooting an arrow, I'll get Halflife, and if I feel like using a sword, I'll get Ruin. I purchased this game because I wanted an adventure game, but I am very disappointed to see the failed attempt at mixing 1-1 combat with an Adventure title like Kings Quest. I really really hope that the next version that comes out loses the combat parts.