The number of Futurama comic issues can vary. It depends on the release schedule and production decisions. You could try searching online comic forums or fan communities for more specific details.
I don't think it's a true story. Usually, such names or concepts in fictional works are created to spark imagination rather than being based on real events.
Yes, there are likely several unique features. For starters, the decision - making aspect. In a Futurama Visual Novel, you get to be in control of the characters' actions to some extent. This is different from the linear story of the TV show. You might be able to influence Fry's love life or Bender's criminal activities in ways that were not possible before. Another feature could be the in - depth exploration of side characters. The visual novel format allows for more time to be spent on characters that were minor in the show, uncovering their backstories and adding more depth to the overall Futurama universe.
It's a form of interactive storytelling set in the Futurama universe. You get to experience the wacky and futuristic world of Futurama in a more immersive way, probably making decisions that affect the story as you would in a typical visual novel.
One of the special aspects of Futurama Xmas Story is how it plays with the relationships between the characters during the Christmas time. It shows a different side of Fry, Bender, and Leela. Fry might be longing for the Christmas he knew in the past, Bender could be his usual selfish self but still get caught up in the holiday mood, and Leela might be trying to understand and adapt to this strange future Christmas. This exploration of character dynamics in a holiday setting is what makes it really special.