That's almost exactly what I said, except I had the point of AO's portrayal was fine because it was Abe's melancholy account of the events of the game and it flowed well into the characterization and world building AE gave us. The story AO told didn't even require any major character development, but there was development. Just because it wasn't over exaggerated, in your face, and goofy, doesn't mean it wasn't there.
It was kind of obvious Abe was really bummed out the entire time he was remembering the events of AO.
Not to mention, the way AO is presented makes it so regardless of Abe's true personality, it tries to put the player in his shoes, so it works.
Actually, when I think about it, based on what I've seen, NNT is more of a third person view of the story and AO is a first person view of the story. Which, explains why there wasn't much going on with the other characters in AO. They mumbled and looked intimidating and were wise and mystical with masks and shit. It also explained why his actions weren't nearly as goofy, considering I highly doubt he sees his nerdiness. Also, things always seem way more grim when you're experiencing them first hand instead of looking in on things.
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