When you think of successful RPGs, things like non-linearity, sub plots, character development, and dynamic plot development might come to mind. What’s so impressive about Knights of the Old Republic is that all these areas are well represented and even revolutionary in some cases. Character development for instance stands out, as choices you make throughout the game will affect the type of Jedi you are and different paths you take. If you value life and make decisions that are generally good, versus destroying life and making basically evil decisions, your opportunities and interactions with others will respond accordingly. Other issues like the numerous sub-plots help expand the Star Wars universe and give opportunities to learn more about specific characters and locations, while increasing experience points. If that doesn’t interest you however, the majority of these sub-plots aren’t required and can be passed over.