Combat isn't perfect but the source engine provides good weight and physics. At least has unique ideas to keep it enjoyable and the setpieces extract about all they can from the gameplay.
The real star of the show however is the extremely vibrant and inspired setting. One of the most otherworldly fictional universes outside of Japan and you're left craving more while simultaneously feeling like you've seen a good amount of it over the short runtime.
Story pacing is a bit crap but has an interesting writing style with some cool-looking cryptic characters. There is beauty in how deliberately ugly everyone looks.
A must-play for everyone at least once.
Daedra is an underrated video game lady.