I agree that the opening cut scene (at least after the first playthrough) is a long watch. However, I don't feel you should take the demo as being representative of the game in its entirety. Sure, there is a lot of dialogue, but frankly, its a Bioware RPG, this is par for the course. It work for some and not for others. In fact ME2 arguably tones down the RPG elements when compared to its predecessor and focuses more on the combat and action.
I agree that the opening cut scene (at least after the first playthrough) is a long watch. However, I don't feel you should take the demo as being representative of the game in its entirety. Sure, there is a lot of dialogue, but frankly, its a Bioware RPG, this is par for the course. It work for some and not for others. In fact ME2 arguably tones down the RPG elements when compared to its predecessor and focuses more on the combat and action.
So yes, I would say give it a...