I've only played SotC (wrote a paper about it in uni) so I can't compare directly, but if it's anything like that game it is definitely not a traditional experience (traditional, as in mindless *bang bang* n00bs! you mad bro?!). If you go into it hoping for a brainless edge-of-your-seat technological masterpiece I think you'll be disappointed. They're niche, thought-provoking titles, but if you happen to be in the group that can appreciate that sort of thing, typically you REALLY enjoy them.
It's all about the game.