not played ME yet, the problem is, the older I get, the less patience I have. So I prefer the more linear games. I hated Fallout3 and I even bought the LTD edition. I just got bored wondering around killing things because the story didn't move along quick enough.
It is odd since for some reason, I can handle Yakuza and SHenmue. Maybe it is because although open world, they are more linear :S
OT, due to my lack of patience, I think I will be going with GOW3. I love the story and must see how this all ends:)