The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners

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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 136 Ratings

User score distribution:
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  1. ItzJordee
    May 22, 2021
    10
    Very detail and story oriented game! Gives you a purpose to go back and play it every time with new content always being added! Always my first choice when looking through my library and gives me a little exercise. Recommend especially on the oculus quest 2 as the platform has little titles!
  2. Hsjs
    May 15, 2021
    9
    I have this game on the quest 2 and it's amazing. The story is great and the gameplay is exactly what I want from a vr zombie horror game. There are things that can be improved like length of the story, side quests after the campaign so it's not just collect, kill repeat, and I think more story focused gameplay would be be better. The Last Of Us is a good example of how I think games likeI have this game on the quest 2 and it's amazing. The story is great and the gameplay is exactly what I want from a vr zombie horror game. There are things that can be improved like length of the story, side quests after the campaign so it's not just collect, kill repeat, and I think more story focused gameplay would be be better. The Last Of Us is a good example of how I think games like that should be, especially part 2 because of it's bigger environments. Something like only being able to go to the location you have to, then after the campaign is finished the other areas could be unlocked. I already think the game is perfect, these are just things that would make it more enjoyable for me and probably me only.… Expand
  3. svutoi
    Feb 26, 2021
    10
    Лучшая игра для vr, и одна из лучших игр. Жду продолжение
  4. glenwithonen
    Feb 8, 2021
    8
    Just the right amount of challenge and long enough to satisfy me but keep me wanting more.
    Very polished but extremely simple mechanics. Very 'small' story set in the Walking Dead world.
  5. Cz3rw0ny
    Feb 7, 2021
    8
    Very good VR game. Relatively long, with great zombie killing mechanics, weapons, crafting etc. I must say it is in top 5 best VR games for me so far. Recommend!
  6. richard_undex
    Jan 9, 2021
    10
    Pretty cool. Scavenging feels good and the upgrading is fun. Combat is quite fluid and the gunplay is well done. The zombies aren't very hard after fighting about 5 of them, but it does still get pretty intense when you're fighting more than just a couple at a time.

    Graphics are good, the randomization is cool, the voice acting is decent, and the storyline seems pretty neat. Overall,    Pretty cool. Scavenging feels good and the upgrading is fun. Combat is quite fluid and the gunplay is well done. The zombies aren't very hard after fighting about 5 of them, but it does still get pretty intense when you're fighting more than just a couple at a time.

    Graphics are good, the randomization is cool, the voice acting is decent, and the storyline seems pretty neat.

    Overall, I'm enjoying it.    … Expand
  7. Notsogames
    Oct 22, 2020
    10
    This game is amazing!
    I had all but written off TWD. The show became a over hyped trainwreck. Season 1 was pure perfection and thanks to AMC, a dumpster fore ensued. After watching the 4 part YMS review of the show (which is hilarious if you want to give it a watch), a video by A Wolf in VR popped up with TWDSS Episode 1. I was blown away. I immediately hopped on Best Buy and preordered an    This game is amazing!
    I had all but written off TWD. The show became a over hyped trainwreck. Season 1 was pure perfection and thanks to AMC, a dumpster fore ensued. After watching the 4 part YMS review of the show (which is hilarious if you want to give it a watch), a video by A Wolf in VR popped up with TWDSS Episode 1. I was blown away. I immediately hopped on Best Buy and preordered an Oculus Quest 2 the day before ot came out. ive been hooked every since. Onslaught is pretty cool too but SS is outstanding.    … Expand
  8. dwemon
    Jun 8, 2020
    10
    Its just good. I finished and still wanna play on and find the things i didnt get. Wish i could find a better flash light though would come in handy for the school.
  9. travisk
    Jun 8, 2020
    10
    This game fully blew away my expectations. I was expecting something sort of fun at first, but got dry after a while and that is not the case at all. The story truly feels like a AAA experience and the game overall is super immersive. If you are on the edge, buy it. It truly is worth it.
  10. rosieb1985
    Jun 3, 2020
    10
    One of the best VR games of the year by far. Only Half Life: Alyx comes close (though not passes) The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners. It features entertaining story line loops revolving around the Tower and The Reclaimed. One a tough militaristic bunch focused on a Hitler style survival of the fittest mentality, and one a cult that uses guerrilla style tactics to disrupt and infiltrateOne of the best VR games of the year by far. Only Half Life: Alyx comes close (though not passes) The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners. It features entertaining story line loops revolving around the Tower and The Reclaimed. One a tough militaristic bunch focused on a Hitler style survival of the fittest mentality, and one a cult that uses guerrilla style tactics to disrupt and infiltrate the other.

    In addition the the in depth story telling there is amazing art, smooth controls, and a surprising lack of motion sickness. While I was skeptical of another video game adaption, I am happy to say that The Walking Dead: Saints and Sinners is a game I personally I will be replaying for a long long time.    … Expand
  11. lamaster84
    Jun 3, 2020
    10
    My Girlfriend bought me this game for my Birthday and said it was something I would enjoy. She was not wrong. I started it up after dinner and when I took the headset off just to cool down I realized it was half past midnight! The game pulls you into it's rich story and compelling survival focus. I was constantly ducking and weaving past zombies just to scrape up a cereal bar to surviveMy Girlfriend bought me this game for my Birthday and said it was something I would enjoy. She was not wrong. I started it up after dinner and when I took the headset off just to cool down I realized it was half past midnight! The game pulls you into it's rich story and compelling survival focus. I was constantly ducking and weaving past zombies just to scrape up a cereal bar to survive the night. Unfortunately I think for at least the next few days my Girlfriend may have replaced herself haha.

    If you have a VR headset of any kind this game is a MUST buy.    … Expand
  12. luckstar10101
    Jun 2, 2020
    10
    I love this game because of the great attention to detail in the environment and zombies. Additionally, the story line is impeccable with it's in depth story and the variety of choices.
  13. kallops
    Jun 2, 2020
    10
    I just finished my collection of voodoo dolls and I Loved every minute. I have almost maxed my crafting stations and am always excited to see what my loot trips bring me. TWD is my favorite VR game by far.
  14. Ska8erboi911
    Jun 1, 2020
    10
    All I can say is I am thankful to have games like this I can forget about all the craziness that 2020 has brought so far.
  15. PenapplePin
    Jun 1, 2020
    10
    I got this game back on release and have been playing it with my friends and family nearly non-stop. Have to love to watch others freak out about a zombie around a corner, or realizing they already shot their last bullet and a zombie is coming right for them.

    This game is way ahead of it's time.
  16. Firefrst
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Wow. Just Wow. I have played this game for about 40 hours and just beat the story. I loved every minute of it and can't wait to go back and try out some of the other options. I was a complete sinner in my playthrough, excited to see what the Saint route looks like!
  17. Juliesjewel
    May 29, 2020
    10
    I have been having a blast with this title, in fact its the main reason I bought my Index. From the start you are rooted in the world that reminds me of the comics I used to read when I was younger. Check it out for sure.
  18. Ali2018k
    Apr 28, 2020
    10
    This is a really amazing vr zombie game, it is great in every way, must play!
  19. renechiquete
    May 8, 2020
    8
    I went into this game without any knowledge or expectations, other than it was set in The Walking Dead universe.

    The first thing that really surprised me was the feeling of dread and vulnerability you get as soon as you start the game. As the game progresses you get to experience several things, meet people, and face dilemmas that really make you think. The main story is engaging and    I went into this game without any knowledge or expectations, other than it was set in The Walking Dead universe.

    The first thing that really surprised me was the feeling of dread and vulnerability you get as soon as you start the game. As the game progresses you get to experience several things, meet people, and face dilemmas that really make you think. The main story is engaging and kept me interested through the game. I genuinely screamed a few times out of surprise from sneaky zombies!

    In terms of the actual VR part, the immersion is second only maybe to HL Alyx, the controls are pretty solid, and responsive. The weapon mechanics are pretty fun and distinct between each, and you need to handle weapons in a decently realistic way which I really liked.

    Most of the game mechanics are pretty good and although you might feel a bit lost at first, you quickly learn what works and what doesn't, and eventually make progress.

    In terms of what could be better: I would like deeper characters, as most feel very "NPC", also, there are way too many things that should be usable against zombies or people. Also, branching stories depending on the moral choices would be nice!

    I will not spoil the game, I will just recommend it!    … Expand
  20. aringlein
    May 7, 2020
    10
    The best VR game I have ever played. The tension when you are trying to reload a revolver while a walker is trying to eat you is unreal.
  21. BaphyHelsing
    May 5, 2020
    9
    Beautiful experience for me in a VR game. Love the different stuff you can make when crating weapons, as well in hitting the zombies with melee weapons. Kinda gives you that rush of being scared, since it's hella dark (But of course you can change the brightness) I would 100% recommend this game to all my friends, If you love zombies and the series then I'd go for this game.
  22. JacePierce
    Mar 16, 2020
    10
    I cannot begin to tell you how satisfying the melee in this game is, Trust me this a must for those that have VR.
  23. AgentBSmith
    Mar 9, 2020
    8
    To sum up the game in one word: Stunning.
    As one of the few Triple AAA VR games on the market, it's absolutely incredible. Its not a port but a game built entirely for VR which is rare enough out of the current market of VR and for a series I've been a fan of since the release of the first issue of the comics! It's really hard for me to go on and explain everything about this game. It's    To sum up the game in one word: Stunning.
    As one of the few Triple AAA VR games on the market, it's absolutely incredible. Its not a port but a game built entirely for VR which is rare enough out of the current market of VR and for a series I've been a fan of since the release of the first issue of the comics! It's really hard for me to go on and explain everything about this game. It's not without its flaws, by far, I encountered a few slight glitches here and there and the human AI can be either sleepy boiz or Terminators... But the core gameplay and general technical specs have such a weight behind them it's hard to get bogged down in such small issues that can be fixed with a patch or two. There's a seriously satisfying feeling when you use weapons. Two handers all have weight and appropriately weigh down when you try to carry them. Shivs and daggers can be flipped between hands while grabbing a walkers head to finish them, the guns are weighty and feel good to shoot. (A must with any shooter VR mechanic) The looting system is surprisingly deep compared to other games in the stabby, looty tooty point n shooty genre. But you can only carry so much so you have to pick and choose and pack light for the second trip out. If I had to complain about 1 core thing it would be the game's medicine and food system. Medicine heals health and food heals stamina. Decent system BUT... the food damages health. WAT. I don't like the concept of preserved canned food reducing your max health value down just because its not freshly cooked. Aside from that though I can look. 110% recommended for anyone with VR and a love of horror/shoot/stab/loot games.    … Expand
  24. jupiterrjazz
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    I would never expect this level of detail or depth with a VR game but we are clearly ready for the next wave of games!
  25. raeyei
    Feb 22, 2020
    9
    One of the best games out there in VR. Its price is also worth its length compared to other VR experiences. It gives you the actual feeling of being in danger 360degrees like in actual zombie situations! Very immersive and thrilling. Story and combat-mechanics are top-notch for me which is what's important in a game.
  26. Lumpy999
    Feb 20, 2020
    8
    I really REALLY wanted to give this game a 10 and truthfully as far as effort and execution goes it deserves it.

    Let me explain as a VR game this game is a masterpiece of it's time (2020.) This feels like the most ambitious and realized VR game I've played or seen yet. The reason it "only" gets an 8 is as a normal game it's unimpressive compared to it's 2D brethren. If you compare    I really REALLY wanted to give this game a 10 and truthfully as far as effort and execution goes it deserves it.

    Let me explain as a VR game this game is a masterpiece of it's time (2020.) This feels like the most ambitious and realized VR game I've played or seen yet.

    The reason it "only" gets an 8 is as a normal game it's unimpressive compared to it's 2D brethren.
    If you compare everything to it's flat counterparts you'll see what I mean.

    Now for the review

    This game is stylized in Telltale's The Walking Deads graphics. It works way better than I expected in VR and it
    felt real despite it's cartoon inspiration.

    The gameplay is fantastic the maps are not too linear with multiple paths and makes each zone feel like a miniature open world. It has a unique mechanic involving a bell that if you stay in an area too long the undead will just swarm the map making it super hard to survive.
    You collect items in a backpack with limited slots. What you find and can carry can change everything you really feel like you're scavenging to survive simply because you are!
    Everything feels nice. Climbing, running, hiding, grabbing, storing, and healing, all is interactive and feels amazing.

    Sound design is fantastic a nice light ambient soundtrack that doesn't interfere with the natural sounds you need to listen to in order to survive.

    Thanks to VR this makes it one of the best game experiences I've had.    … Expand
  27. Q22
    Feb 17, 2020
    10
    The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners is so amazing, I really enjoyed the game.
  28. muldjord
    Feb 12, 2020
    9
    EDIT: This review was written before I found out I had forgotten to trigger the main missions by adjusting the antenna on the radio in the bus. This lead me to 8 hours of survival and scavenging through the different locations. No NPC's around other than the random NPC's asking for bandages. I eventually maxed out the crafting benches and that's when I thought to myself "I wonder if myEDIT: This review was written before I found out I had forgotten to trigger the main missions by adjusting the antenna on the radio in the bus. This lead me to 8 hours of survival and scavenging through the different locations. No NPC's around other than the random NPC's asking for bandages. I eventually maxed out the crafting benches and that's when I thought to myself "I wonder if my game is broken". Up until that point I had one helluwa good time just experiencing the locations as described below. I then found out I had never actually triggered the game to start! So now I am back at location one, maxed out. The samurai zombie slayer is coming for ya! HAHA! I love this game. I can absolutely recommend trying to play it without triggering the main storyline. It's such an atmospheric experience.

    ----- Original review -----

    What I love most about this game is the exploration. The sneaking around, entering houses, looting stuff. Then hearing the rasped wheezing of a zombie nearby, stop in your tracks and figure out where it's coming from. Then either sneak on or plan your attack. Each time you wander out, you prepare. Craft tools and weapons. Put them where you can reach them. Shotgun on the back, knife on the side. And maybe a sidearm as well. You are ready! The adventure is waiting, and it's good. Very good.

    The physical presence and interaction is top-notch. I love the press-button-to-crouch approach. It works very well. And it feels so natural to climb over obstacles, up drainpipes, ladders and shimmer along ledges. The controls haven't failed me once when playing. It just works so damn well! And the press-button-to-reverse-knife is so useful! It's one of those things you don't want to have fail you, so I love they implemented that. You can still throw it and catch it if you want, but it's there as a convenience.

    Love the free movement and rotation. All games should work like this.

    I hope this game sets the bar for any VR game going forward. Get this game, you'll love it!    … Expand
  29. GammoLive
    Feb 9, 2020
    9
    Hands down the best VR experience I have had, it is so realistic feeling. Max tension. It freaks me out in a good way but at first I didnt think I would be able to handle it. Cant recommend enough.
  30. Nerdulon
    Feb 7, 2020
    10
    I'm really surprised by this game. I wasn't expecting it to work so well in VR. I really like the exploration aspect. I also love the fact that you can sneak around instead of fighting head-on. Applause to the devs. They made a masterpiece.
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81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 25 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. GameCritics
    May 4, 2020
    85
    If Half-Life: Alyx sold as many VR headsets as it should have, every new adopter needs to make Saints & Sinners a priority. Although it obviously lacks the polish that Valve was able to bring to their juggernaut, it’s another hearty single-player offering that was not only built from the ground up for VR, but showcases the exciting advancements unique to the platform. It’s an easy recommendation, even to people like me who thought they were sick of zombies.
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  2. Worth Playing
    Mar 18, 2020
    88
    I had a lot of fun with The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners. The combat is fun and downright brutal at times. The story falters at the end, but it's an enjoyable ride that carries you through the 10-20 hour journey. VR desperately needed a longer experience like this, and Skybound and Skydance have delivered with great success. This isn't a four-hour, story-driven, escape room-style game. It's not a shooter on rails or an arena shooter. This is a full-fledged game, and it's great. This is not quite the "killer app" that VR needed, but it's one massive step in the right direction for VR. Any owner of a dedicated PC VR headset owes it to themselves to buy and play this game. Saints & Sinners sparks hope in me that VR still has a bright future ahead — even if that future is a dark, damp New Orleans.
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  3. Gaming Nexus
    Feb 26, 2020
    80
    The Walking Dead: Saints and Sinners is a great game. It's just that maybe it's not a great game for you. Maybe, like me, you don't have your VR legs enough to enjoy it. Maybe you want a little bit more from the PC hardware you have to run it on and won't accept the compromises this game makes. Maybe you just have TWD fatigue. If those things don't stand in your way, then what is on offer is an incredible and immersive experience. A well-developed virtual playground to craft and battle your way through a rich world and story that is only let down by an implementation that just screams compromise to make way for a PSVR release.
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