The Walking Dead: The Telltale Series - A New Frontier

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6.7

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  1. 113
    Sep 5, 2023
    10
    Thank you Telltale for finally not killing Clem's father figure in this game. Much appreciated.
  2. zarvx
    Jul 19, 2023
    6
    the most irrelevant game out of all the walking dead series. clementine is the only good thing in this game.
  3. pxouria
    May 7, 2023
    7
    I still like the game overall but it does not come close to having the same impact as the previous game.
    The developers tried to be bold and experiment with a new protagonist and it failed.
    I have mixed feelings about this however I would say this: If you enjoyed the two previous games, you have to play this one as well. It doesn't make sense to drop the story midway. If you haven't,    I still like the game overall but it does not come close to having the same impact as the previous game.
    The developers tried to be bold and experiment with a new protagonist and it failed.
    I have mixed feelings about this however I would say this:

    If you enjoyed the two previous games, you have to play this one as well. It doesn't make sense to drop the story midway.
    If you haven't, this one's not for you    … Expand
  4. TS2
    Apr 26, 2023
    5
    Personally I loved this game! Maybe more than season 1 for me it’s season 3 season 1 and season 2
  5. svvampvamp
    Nov 12, 2022
    7
    This series means a lot to me. But in the review I have to reason objectively. There are a lot of plot holes in the game. The presence of a choice of dialogues does not affect the plot as much as in the previous parts. Some characters are flat and do not cause emotions. But still, in this game there are interesting moments in the plot, even very much, the same storyline with the brother ofThis series means a lot to me. But in the review I have to reason objectively. There are a lot of plot holes in the game. The presence of a choice of dialogues does not affect the plot as much as in the previous parts. Some characters are flat and do not cause emotions. But still, in this game there are interesting moments in the plot, even very much, the same storyline with the brother of the main character. There is that same atmosphere of walkers. And this is the main thing. I'm not going to replay this part, like the previous two parts, for example. My verdict is 7/10… Expand
  6. MaxieZeus
    Oct 8, 2022
    5
    The game is mediocre at best with a cliche walking dead villain and plot, graphics that look like wax and completely disregards the choices in the 2nd game plus Clementine doesn't even have a point being in this game.
  7. takjar
    Aug 19, 2022
    3
    It was such a disappointment that in a game where choices are expected to matter, you felt and experienced the exact opposite
  8. Boromaih
    Aug 13, 2022
    7
    I've got to say, this season is weaker than the others. But it's still pretty fun, and definitely overhated.
  9. Flat_Kat54
    Jun 30, 2022
    10
    the best zombie story game the graphics improved, we got new charachters and a new story with amazing diaulogue and choices my favourite story game
  10. TK4EVA47
    Jun 25, 2022
    5
    I played The Walking Dead: A New Frontier in 2017 and thought it was an average game that I was neutral towards.
  11. spiderchloe
    Jun 20, 2022
    7
    We don't talk about this game... The characters are great the story was a bit boring. But the ending was heart breaking. This game was packed with emotions. But was a ginormous switch from the previous game.
  12. jessegamer2222
    Apr 8, 2022
    4
    I have not finished this game yet, but from what i've seen, this game is bad.
    One of the things that made me like The Walking Dead Season 2 is that you directly continue as Clementine, which you've seen since the beginning of Season 1, however, We have never seen this Javier guy, it seems Telltale wanted you to not be Clementine twice, so they just made this random character, which looks    I have not finished this game yet, but from what i've seen, this game is bad.
    One of the things that made me like The Walking Dead Season 2 is that you directly continue as Clementine, which you've seen since the beginning of Season 1, however, We have never seen this Javier guy, it seems Telltale wanted you to not be Clementine twice, so they just made this random character, which looks VERY generic, may i add.
    The more realistic graphics arent really what i wanted from a game inspired by a comic (I do not really care about graphics in videogames, unlike some other people), I mean it technically looks better, but it doesnt feel like a Telltale: The Walking Dead game, even using the same format.
    4/10, would not recommend.    … Expand
  13. WetandMoist
    Jan 2, 2022
    0
    Obviously it is hard to follow up phenomenal games such as the seasons 1 and 2. But the fact that there was a lot of dead air periods, put me off. It doesn’t help that the flashbacks overstayed their welcome. I believe it was a mistake not having clementine the playable character. Telltale wasn’t able to match Javier up to Lee’s or Clementine’s level of likability. Which in all fairness itObviously it is hard to follow up phenomenal games such as the seasons 1 and 2. But the fact that there was a lot of dead air periods, put me off. It doesn’t help that the flashbacks overstayed their welcome. I believe it was a mistake not having clementine the playable character. Telltale wasn’t able to match Javier up to Lee’s or Clementine’s level of likability. Which in all fairness it is incredibly tough to pull off such a feat. Introducing an entirely new character as the main protagonist, while the previous main protagonist is still in the game is incredibly risky. In order for the game to be just as great as the previous, the new mc needs to prove to be on the same level as the previous mc at minimum, due to the fans previous bias’s. RDR2 is the perfect example, Marston (RDR’s MC) was in the game but was not the MC this time around. Instead it was some stranger named Arthur Morgan. Fans went in thinking who the hell is this guy, into… Expand
  14. Gregnator
    Dec 31, 2021
    8
    While the first two games were top notch masterpieces, this one is a set back for some.
    While I enjoyed this game very much, the "unavoidable events" that happen here just hurt.
    You know that no matter what you do, some things will happen, which were fine in the first two games, after a lot of tragedy you'd like to have at least the possibility to "save" some things and people. It is    While the first two games were top notch masterpieces, this one is a set back for some.
    While I enjoyed this game very much, the "unavoidable events" that happen here just hurt.
    You know that no matter what you do, some things will happen, which were fine in the first two games, after a lot of tragedy you'd like to have at least the possibility to "save" some things and people.
    It is however the harsh reality in the world this game is set in.
    I still enjoyed this a lot.    … Expand
  15. PoptartKing
    Dec 21, 2021
    4
    Buggy, uninspired, boring, uninteresting slog of a game that nearly ruined any enjoyment I had for the Walking Dead series. Telltale's illusion of choice is in full effect in this game and it really shows. The main protagonist isn't interesting enough to keep my interest, the supporting cast is absolutely insufferable, and makes even the worst characters from Season 2 look great inBuggy, uninspired, boring, uninteresting slog of a game that nearly ruined any enjoyment I had for the Walking Dead series. Telltale's illusion of choice is in full effect in this game and it really shows. The main protagonist isn't interesting enough to keep my interest, the supporting cast is absolutely insufferable, and makes even the worst characters from Season 2 look great in comparison. The plot is the exact same plot that every piece of Walking Dead media uses, but this time without any tweaks or subversions to keep you invested. Really, this game shines a light on the weaknesses of every Telltale game, but this time, there's no characters to attach to and no fun adventures to have that will distract you from these glaring problems.… Expand
  16. toosweet
    Aug 28, 2021
    1
    I really dislike this game. I love Walking Dead 1, 2 and final season but I hate the new frontier. I think it's really terrible decision to play as someone else besides Clementine. I mean...of course majority of us will be sympathetic to Clementine and will back her in almost every decisions. This was definitely a mistake in my opinion. Also, Gabe is annoying.
  17. Dariya
    Jul 3, 2021
    5
    Summary:
    Doesn't stand even near with the first two games. Didn't like the story and... everything.
  18. strangebrew123
    Jun 7, 2021
    6
    OK but not in the same league as the first 2 seasons. I would have preferred more of the story with Clementine rather than Javi and his dysfunctional family.
  19. dxrgamer2234
    May 17, 2021
    8
    it really does have good in it a lot of the characters are good even if they start off bad Javi is good and Conrad depending are your choices is amazing and clem is still here but it lacks in episode length and the endings from season 2 but its still good and has good graphics
  20. BT-7675
    Mar 5, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Honestly not a bad game. It's pretty enjoyable to follow all the characters through their journey's. The only real complaint I have is that Mariana was an extremely underused character. I mean in the first 30 minutes or so she gets shot in the face and it was out of nowhere. This scene was edgy af and only served one purpose which is to make Javi's hate for the New Frontier to be more viable. Overall this game is definitely worth the time and money.… Expand
  21. benobili
    Feb 27, 2021
    4
    I love season 1,2 and final season. But, season 3 just felt unnecessary. The game should've just followed Clementine as the main main character instead of Javier. I mean all the decisions were easily for me to be bias in support of Clementine so it didn't feel difficult since we know Clementine's heart. It just felt unnecessary to see Javier's story.
  22. yahya0
    Feb 26, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. لعبة جيدة وقصة جميلة لكن من ابرز مشاكلها ان تاثير الاحداث على النهاية غبي والرسومات اضعف من الجزء السابق والتخلص من كيني في بداية اللعبة بهاي الطريقة شيء محزن لو كنتم تريدون التخلص منه فليكن موته يليق به… Expand
  23. DirtMike23
    Feb 18, 2021
    7
    Picked this game because it was on sale for $7.50... Well worth it , finished the game in two days ... Probably my third favorite telltale game, behind game of thrones and the first walking dead... man, the end of the first episode was crushing but it hooked me in and i was rooting for the happiness of the family... I rate this game a 7 because i enjoyed it , but nothing groundbreaking orPicked this game because it was on sale for $7.50... Well worth it , finished the game in two days ... Probably my third favorite telltale game, behind game of thrones and the first walking dead... man, the end of the first episode was crushing but it hooked me in and i was rooting for the happiness of the family... I rate this game a 7 because i enjoyed it , but nothing groundbreaking or different from other telltale games… Expand
  24. UnknownMobb
    Jul 29, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing game with good plot twists.
    One of the best, telltale is amazing, props to the team    … Expand
  25. Adriano023
    Jul 28, 2020
    5
    hmmm, tbh this game is not as good as other TWD game, but I like the cheating plot.
  26. Hatooteh
    Jul 18, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The game on its own is pretty solid however when compared to the other seasons it’s hot garbage. You spend the entire game being a cuck. Clementine in this season is very good however and it’s clear telltale spent a lot of time on developing her character. Forgettable characters, lazy writing and all round blandness of this game makes it one of the worst additions to the walking dead series.… Expand
  27. MasterElect
    Jul 7, 2020
    3
    Graphics and gameplay became slightly better, BUT. What the hell they have done with Kenny and Jane? Our choices that we made in the last season did not even matter at this point. I didnt want to play as Javi and watch his story at all. New characters are absolutely are trash. This is game is the worst that telltale ever made. Story is so weak, i really wasnt invested to the characters andGraphics and gameplay became slightly better, BUT. What the hell they have done with Kenny and Jane? Our choices that we made in the last season did not even matter at this point. I didnt want to play as Javi and watch his story at all. New characters are absolutely are trash. This is game is the worst that telltale ever made. Story is so weak, i really wasnt invested to the characters and story at all. What they should have done is to make 2 storylines with Kenny and Jane. Now this would really be interesting, if they did that. I guess it would be hard to make 2 almost new game. But still it would be really really good, if they did that. Story in this one was just terrible… Expand
  28. L33
    Jul 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Si bien no posee el impacto de las diabetes primeras entregas, a new frontier no pierde la esencia de lo que es TWD. Decisiones importantes que te pueden llevar a matar para salvar a alguien. Gran juego… Expand
  29. TsundereEater
    Jul 1, 2020
    7
    The cast is the weakest point on this one compare to the last 2 installment but overall it's still a good game and worth trying out but don't expect to much this game is the weakest one on the series imo.
  30. Shkvyapotapok
    Jun 27, 2020
    5
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    I went through all five episodes of the New Frontier and my feelings are mixed, I will explain. Plot: We play a new character Javier Garcia, a former baseball player and part-time sucker, our goal is as simple as two pennies, make new acquaintances with new characters and simultaneously save both your ass and your beloved family. Also in the Xavi family are present: His girlfriend    t.

    I went through all five episodes of the New Frontier and my feelings are mixed, I will explain.

    Plot: We play a new character Javier Garcia, a former baseball player and part-time sucker, our goal is as simple as two pennies, make new acquaintances with new characters and simultaneously save both your ass and your beloved family. Also in the Xavi family are present: His girlfriend (More precisely, his brother’s wife, but became his girlfriend) Kate, nephews of Mariyana and Gabe and all. Later, she joins them, yes yes, she herself is Clementine. Here she is simply Badass, her growing up is visible, and not only on the topic of menstruation, which was in 4 episodes, but according to her character, actions, and so on.

    Theiles, alas, did not surprise me, they did not continue that tradition, alas. The plot didn’t really hit me very much, I played for Clementina and nothing more. For the most part, the plot didn’t suit me because of its frequent predictability, yes, now it’s predictable, for example, take the end of the first episode: I knew that it would happen that *********** would be killed and the episode will come to an end, I also knew what would happen at the end of episode 4, this had not happened before, I did not know what could happen, and there were completely different emotions from this.

    Gameplay: But he has not changed, in general, you go stupidly, study, chat with people, and what else is there? And all? Well, yes, QTE elements have not gone anywhere, where would it be without them. By the way, about learning, I turned down, starting from episode 3 you won’t be given a single location. But to hell with you and that’s it. The choice of nichrome does not particularly affect the game is linear, only one character or another will depend on you, everything, the ending does not really change. What's next for us? Oh yes.

    Music: But was she there at all? : D I don’t even remember.

    Characters: Well, one of the personages is a cliched idiot flying off the coils, which you can bring to yourself with the words "I love you," yeah, you need to get it 3 times, while getting it on the head with a wrench. A dude with a small beard (what's his name?) Who runs next to the head villain is a full-blown nerd. To live in Richmond and not see what **** is happening right in front of your nose, it must be a topographical cretin, by golly a. Clementine .... Clementine .... Hmm .... Clementine .... And she is normal, yes, cool, brisk, good girl, in general there is no claim to her. And the rest ... the rest are just nerds, yes.

    Would like to note. Flashbacks Clementines. By the way, their story depends on your choice at the end of the second season: Kenny or Jane, flushes tell about events up to season 3. That's all you need to know, by the way, I went through this and that, but damn, okay, they removed Jane for a completely normal reason, and why should Kenny damn it so stupidly?

    Oh yes, acting, yeah, yeah, yes. Closer to episode 4-5, IT IS NOT IN PRINCIPLE, stupidly forget, there the characters die, and Xavi with that voice says, "Well, it happens." Only Melissa (Voice of Clementine) wins back as it should.    … Expand
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Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. RPG Site
    Aug 17, 2017
    70
    The Walking Dead: A New Frontier may not always bring fresh ideas to the table, but what it does bring contains a lot of heart and charm. The cast is incredibly diverse, giving the spotlight to a Latino-centric cast but containing characters from different backgrounds and walks of life. Although some characters are inconsistently written, they all manage to be compelling enough that together, they create some of the most interesting moments without needing the help of Clementine. Clementine herself has established in A New Frontier that she is more than worthy of being one of gaming's most beloved female characters, displaying a growth and complexity that few female characters in the past have been allowed to have. With the series finale releasing next year, I hope Telltale Games pushes the boundaries of what she and the series itself can do and be.
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  2. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Aug 9, 2017
    80
    It's a strong season that manages to tell a gripping story and offers plenty of dangling threads to keep you invested. [Aug 2017, p.86]
  3. LaPS4
    Jun 5, 2017
    76
    Telltale stays loyal to its roots to the last consequence. Although it offers some new characters, the truth is not all of them are as charismatic and the franchise isn't yet on par with the first season. Even so, A New Frontier will delight the usual Telltale fan, taking no risks in gameplay mechanics but making every choice meaningful during the final moments of the five chapters.
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