As with Sam & Max Save the World, Beyond Time and Space places comedy above all else. Though it retains the same sense of humor as the first game, some jokes won't strike a chord with everyone. Some are funny, but at times they do feel a bit forced. Some jokes are way too referential, cutting out swaths of the audience, while others are out-and-out misfires. Don't mistake my comments as saying the game isn't funny, but if anything, Beyond Time and Space proves why comedy is one of the hardest things to write, especially when it comes to videogames.
The forced feeling carries over into delivery. Some punchlines are spot-on while others sound too mechanical. The banter between Sam and Max is great, but still wears thin. At least there's a fun, jazzy soundtrack to groove to.
Visuals are still a highpoint. Everything is styled perfectly and there's a great sense of internal continuity within the game. If something is altered in one episode, you'll see the changes in later episodes. Choppy framerates and some screen tearing are the only noticeable concerns.
