The pass is a real deal, got the most out of it with sights that you shouldn't miss in New York City. Great value for money.
This was certainly useful, but my only recommendation is to get the pass from any other location BUT the Empire State Building (ESB). The reason is that in order to get the pass, you have to wait in a very long security line to pass metal detectors. If you already have the pass, you can go to the express lane. I think this is an oversight at the ESB to put tickets on the other side of security, but it is what it is... don't pick up your NY City Pass at the ESB, get it at any of the other locations prior to going to the ESB. Other than that, found great value in the pass.
Great value, and a great way to see some of the great landmarks and cultural sights NY has to offer.