Yes in spite of being streamlined (specially ME), both are very enjoyable to play.
Interesting stories, hard not to feel involved.
That's also one of my favourites scenes, Javito. And the OST? Brilliant. One of the bests if not the best.
I played both MEs, one after the other, and it was quite a gaming experience. I would like that the game (specially the second) had more RPG elements and was less streamlined, more like... Deus Ex . If that was the case it would be... perfect. Still, one of the best games I have ever played. I can't wait for the third and final chapter.
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My backlog is bigger, I can assure you. Those three titles that you mention also belongs to it. I must play Planescape, BG and Arcanum. In certain circles, I'm considered a weirdo for not having played it.