The Walking Dead: A Telltale Games Series

 Xbox 360
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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1300 Ratings

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  1. M1sfiT
    Sep 3, 2023
    8
    Gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamessss!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! twd
  2. dylansgaming48
    Apr 17, 2023
    10
    what great game very great characters great story line nothing boring about it very sad when lee died what great character he was miss him alot overall will give it a 10/10 def play this
  3. neomoonsevin
    Dec 13, 2022
    10
    Awesome story that pulls you in oh god sad moments are going to happen in this but this story is a struggle to live
  4. WillGoss
    Nov 1, 2022
    10
    This is the best game by Telltale Games. The story is awesome, we get attached to Lee and Clem, and at the end, we love them so much. This is a must to play in the video game industry. THIS is Telltale Games at their prime.

    + The story
    + The characters developement + Choices are important + The soundtracks
  5. hydroquaqua
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    _всегда были квесты, сложные где приходилось ломать логику и здравый смысл. Ходячие мертвецы: первый сезон ничего не ломали, а вывернули на изнанку чувства заботы. Просто обстоятельства, просто нужно справиться

    _there were always quests, difficult ones where you had to break logic and common sense. The Walking Dead: The first season did not break anything, but turned the feelings of    _всегда были квесты, сложные где приходилось ломать логику и здравый смысл. Ходячие мертвецы: первый сезон ничего не ломали, а вывернули на изнанку чувства заботы. Просто обстоятельства, просто нужно справиться

    _there were always quests, difficult ones where you had to break logic and common sense. The Walking Dead: The first season did not break anything, but turned the feelings of care inside out. Just circumstances, just got to deal with    … Expand
  6. ANTtheKNEEEE
    Mar 15, 2022
    10
    Never been into this style before until this game. Really almost teared up at some moments. Clementine is awesome.
  7. patopatoso
    Jan 16, 2022
    8
    The Walking Dead é uma boa história e bem contada, porém, como jogo peca em alguns aspectos, com uma exploração rasa e escolhas com um peso superficial.
    Se você jogar pensando em cada escolha, focando no melhor final possível, esquecendo. Você deve jogar esperando o que ele é, aproveite a história. Tem uma excelente direção de arte, boa trilha sonora, bons personagens e é imersivo.
  8. B00tador
    Dec 4, 2021
    10
    Not much a game, but still a must play imo, Lee & Clementine are fantastic together!
  9. Xbluannax
    Nov 20, 2021
    8
    Friend recommended this to me. I’ve never been one for shooting games as I’m not quick enough and get killed easily but really loved this one. Got killed a few times but that didn’t spoil the storyline for me.
  10. CloudStrife05
    Aug 19, 2021
    10
    A great game that makes you want to rip out your own heart at the end but the game does it for you lol.
  11. yeezymane
    Apr 1, 2021
    8
    Графика - 8/10
    Игровой процесс - 8/10
    Сюжет - 8/10
    Музыка - 8/10
  12. ChunkDump
    Mar 11, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Genre defining. TellTale perfected choice/story based gaming. in my opinion a zombie apocalypse is as likely to happen like this "over due massive earthquake" california is supposed to have. Lee Everett on his way to jail but gets a second chance from the help of the zombie apocalypse then is blessed with clementine . every choice of dialogue and action even moments during action scenes can drastically change the outcome of said situation. you meet people, watch them die, or be the reason they die? very high replay ability due to multiple outcomes. but usually the ending is pretty much fixed coming down to killing lee or letting him turn, either way he's stuck there in the small jewelry shack. wishing they remaster it in the new gen. what does one do when humanity is in the brink of extinction? keep. going.… Expand
  13. 3t3rnal
    Jan 27, 2021
    7
    Xbox ONE S compatibility mode.

    First off, this is really more of an interactive comic book / book / tv-series, than it is a game. Most of its gameplay consists of dialogue, QT events and some minor "point-and-click" adventure elements, so it will definitely not be to the liking of everyone because of that alone. In regards to graphics, it has a cartoonish style, but it fits the game    Xbox ONE S compatibility mode.

    First off, this is really more of an interactive comic book / book / tv-series, than it is a game. Most of its gameplay consists of dialogue, QT events and some minor "point-and-click" adventure elements, so it will definitely not be to the liking of everyone because of that alone.

    In regards to graphics, it has a cartoonish style, but it fits the game well - especially since it is inspired by the comics more so than the TV show - but some colors feel a bit too washed out and some of the characters, including the main ones, are a bit too low quality - in terms of both polygons and texture resolution. Considering it focuses largely on the story and the characters in it, it leads to some really immersion breaking moments, where they try to display emotions on the faces of these characters and it just looks weird or funny. There are moments where the characters look like aliens, or like someone with not-quite-human body structure and considering some of these moments are very important to the story, it just breaks these moments which would otherwise hit very hard - and I can't stress this strong enough - if you have a strong story moment, the last thing you want to do is to make your characters wear expressions which would be IRL possible only with dislocated jaw, or which you would only do on some serious psychoactive pills.

    In regards to sound design, it's pretty good. A bit lacking in ambient sounds, given its setting, but it's technically well produced. The voice acting is also really good, for the most part, which is important in this type of "game".

    The story itself is for the most part well realized, as are the characters. Its focus lies on the survival in the zombie infested world on the surface, but under it is a pretty deep exploration of human nature in stressful, near-death situations and how these situations may reveal or change or break the character and minds of individuals and how far someone may be willing to go to survive and how much of themselves they may be willing to sacrifice in the process. There are a couple places where it falters a bit, but overall, the story and characters are written and realized well.

    The one thing that is a bit misleading is how the game tries to emphasize how much the choices in it have weight, to a point where I find it a bit fraudulent or misleading. The game has serious choices in it, which impact the characters a lot, but the overall story is not changed that much - which is why this game is really more of an interactive book than a game. It has a clear point A and point B, a clear start and a clear conclusion which you will reach regardless of which choices you make. That is perfectly valid, given the fact that it is a story of a couple normal people surviving in what is pretty much the apocalypse and some things just can't be stopped or influenced, so the overselling of the impact of the choices on the overall story is a bit disappointing as far as transparency with consumers / players goes.

    Conclusion: A great interactive book / movie style game with very good story and characters, but with some technical shortcomings and some overblown claims regarding the choices you can make in the game.    … Expand
  14. bushidofr1
    Jan 21, 2021
    10
    The Storytelling is so next level. This game is just amazing. every part of that game is amazing. you will feel all the emotions that a human being can feel first hand. this game will get everybody. JUST A MASTERPIECE:
  15. wiredspore44
    Dec 28, 2020
    10
    Incredible. This game has left me heartbroken and amazed. Great unique gameplay mixed with diverse and creative characters.
  16. zNeverSleeping
    Oct 30, 2020
    8
    ---{Graphics}---
    ☐ You forget what reality is
    ☐ Beautiful ☐ Good X Decent ☐ Bad ☐ Don‘t look too long at it ☐ MS-DOS ---{Gameplay}--- ☐ Very good X Good ☐ It‘s just gameplay ☐ Mehh ☐ Watch paint dry instead ☐ Just don't ---{Audio}--- ☐ Eargasm ☐ Very good X Good ☐ Not too bad ☐ Bad ☐ I'm now deaf ---{Audience}--- ☐ Kids X Teens X Adults ☐ All    ---{Graphics}---
    ☐ You forget what reality is
    ☐ Beautiful
    ☐ Good
    X Decent
    ☐ Bad
    ☐ Don‘t look too long at it
    ☐ MS-DOS

    ---{Gameplay}---
    ☐ Very good
    X Good
    ☐ It‘s just gameplay
    ☐ Mehh
    ☐ Watch paint dry instead
    ☐ Just don't

    ---{Audio}---
    ☐ Eargasm
    ☐ Very good
    X Good
    ☐ Not too bad
    ☐ Bad
    ☐ I'm now deaf

    ---{Audience}---
    ☐ Kids
    X Teens
    X Adults
    ☐ All

    ---{Difficulity}---
    ☐ Just press 'W'
    ☐ Easy
    X Significant brain usage
    ☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master
    ☐ Difficult
    ☐ Dark Souls

    ---{Story}---
    ☐ No Story
    ☐ Some lore
    ☐ Average
    ☐ Good
    X Lovely
    ☐ It‘ll replace your life

    ---{Game Time}---
    ☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee
    ☐ Short
    X Average ☐ Long ☐ To infinity and beyond ---{Price}--- ☐ It’s free! X Worth the price ☐ If u have some spare money left ☐ Not recommended ☐ You could also just burn your money ---{Bugs}--- ☐ Never heard of X Minor bugs ☐ Can get annoying ☐ ARK: Survival Evolved ☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs    … Expand
  17. MatthewDavisMed
    Jul 8, 2020
    10
    It's really hard for a game to top the source material it's based off of. But this game absolutely perfects it in practically every single way. From it's characters, to it's story, and it's choice based gameplay. Telltale proves games can be great experience's even if they aren't fully focused on combat. This game succeeds in nearly every way, it just might even be better than it's sourceIt's really hard for a game to top the source material it's based off of. But this game absolutely perfects it in practically every single way. From it's characters, to it's story, and it's choice based gameplay. Telltale proves games can be great experience's even if they aren't fully focused on combat. This game succeeds in nearly every way, it just might even be better than it's source material.… Expand
  18. Jessicaw
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    The story pulls most of the weight for this game. The controls are kind of weird, but not intolerable and you get used to them pretty quickly.
  19. Nameless2131
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
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  20. Zuber00
    Jan 8, 2020
    8
    A great story told through a linear, movie like experience... Unfortunately your decisions ultimately do not matter and the lack of gameplay hinders the experience.
  21. Xalted
    Oct 22, 2019
    10
    This and Season 4 are the 2 best games I have ever played this game has everything but good gameplay the story is better than mostly every TV show or movie I have ever watched. This game is simply a Masterpiece and a must play
  22. mikemormai
    May 7, 2019
    10
    Jogo foda, comprei em cd ele, e valeu cada centavo gasto, o final mesmo e muitooo bom
  23. Dragonfly44
    Oct 20, 2018
    10
    While not as interactive as most video games, the great story only helped enlarge the ridiculous emotional attachment one will get towards the characters by the end of the game.

    Rating - 98%
  24. iseeSsixty
    Jun 12, 2018
    8
    Alan Mendoza
    Professor Steinkuehler
    Amanda Cullen ICS 60 June 6, 2018 Game Review (open to public) The Walking Dead is a game that is unlike any other. In almost every aspect, the game manages to provide a unique style to deliver its narrative. In its genre, historical standing, aesthetics, placement in culture, and narrative all work together to deliver a game that stands apart    Alan Mendoza
    Professor Steinkuehler
    Amanda Cullen
    ICS 60
    June 6, 2018

    Game Review (open to public)

    The Walking Dead is a game that is unlike any other. In almost every aspect, the game manages to provide a unique style to deliver its narrative. In its genre, historical standing, aesthetics, placement in culture, and narrative all work together to deliver a game that stands apart as a separate story from The Walking Dead. This essay delves into each aspect of the game and how they contribute or take away from my overall grade for the game.

    In terms of genre, the game lies in the adventure category. However, it lies on an slight intersection with other genres like action. Although most adventure games allow the players to have more interactivity, The Walking Dead limits the player’s interactions to focus on the narrative. Some gamers would argue that this takes away from the game and alters its placement in a genre. I would personally say that I like this as an adventure game. Although there is a limit to how much I was able to alter the story, I was satisfied by the ultimate product of the genre.

    In terms of its historical standpoint, the game managed to offer a refreshing change at the time that FPS’s were reigning in popularity. It was also the game that helped Telltale skyrocket in popularity. This was only due to the fact that the TV show was at its peak popularity. The background of the shared universe mixed with the new adventure genre mechanics that surprised many of the fans who were deterred by its aesthetics.

    In terms of aesthetics, the game offers the iconic Telltale style. Although many people were deterred by the simplistic graphics, they fit in perfectly with its overall aesthetics. The comic-booky style pairs well with the limited player interactions. This turns the aesthetics into more of an interactive story that players change slightly. Combined with some great voice actors and ambient sounds, it creates a game that feels like a Walking Dead comic book came to life. 

    In terms of the games place in culture, the game attempts to break stereotypes through its narrative. Although it's not accessible to children, any adult can play this game with ease. The studio intentionally did this in order to give everyone access to their message about empowerment. The game breaks stereotypes with race, gender and even zombie games in general. From its placement in the gaming community, it seems as though this message was able to reach them in a way that has earned their respect. 

    Overall, the narrative proves to be the most important piece of the game. My biggest complaint would be that the game's limited interactions result in indistinguishable outcomes. These outcomes also contribute to the game having very little incentive to replay. Despite these complaints, the game does have an amazing, main story-line that revolves around Lee Everett trying to raise Clementine in a post-apocalyptic universe. In my opinion, a game's narrative is enough to qualify it as a "good" game. As a film major, I see that every other components of arts are only a tool to deliver a story. In this case, I believe the narrative and aesthetics are the driving components of the game that distinguish the game as "good" (to me). That being said, my final review of the game would be an 8 out of 10 or a B+ or "5 out of 7 stars" (or whichever scale you wish to use).    … Expand
  25. TheEmeraldShaft
    May 11, 2018
    10
    this game is at a 10/10 for me
    the reason i rate this that high is because the games story is amazing and, the characters are so relatable. another reason i have rated this so highly is because the games ending is one of the saddest games endings of time and will leave you with tears.
  26. YASIFAIZI
    Feb 16, 2018
    10
    wow
    this game show that gaming also can make and impact on people
    great art style, great story, great character and many more
    all of us should try it at least once.
  27. CenkAlp
    Jan 3, 2018
    9
    Hikaye = 10
    Oynanış = 8
    Grafikler = 5
    Sesler = 7
    Keyif = 8
    Atmosfer = 8
    Süre = 8
  28. Rafizans
    Aug 7, 2017
    9
    The Walking Dead is a masterpiece in storytelling, and a game that will emotionally wreck you after you finish it. I felt a personal connection to the characters and the situations were in, and every choice you come across matters and will make you think on your toes. People who are critical of graphics in a video game in general shouldn't expect much from The Walking Dead. The graphicsThe Walking Dead is a masterpiece in storytelling, and a game that will emotionally wreck you after you finish it. I felt a personal connection to the characters and the situations were in, and every choice you come across matters and will make you think on your toes. People who are critical of graphics in a video game in general shouldn't expect much from The Walking Dead. The graphics aren't the best (they are still good) but the cel shading makes up for that, creating a visually appealing art style. Some episodes can be better than others (personally I wasn't truly invested in the game until the second episode). The game may not be for everyone though, such as those who prefer only action-oriented games. Nonetheless, The Walking Dead is a heartfelt recommendation to anyone that is seeking an incredible story and well-written characters.… Expand
  29. WhiskeyStories
    May 23, 2017
    7
    A well-written and emotional experience that's for sure. The story is quite grounded and some of the characters are quite believable, which makes it a lot more immersive. The relationship between Lee and Clementine, though manufactured is very sweet. As a game it's not a very good one, but as an interactive story it's pretty decent, fun and touching.
  30. BlakDak666
    Mar 23, 2017
    9
    Telltale struck gold with The Walking Dead and created a comic-inspired journey of survival and emotional hurdles that ended on a wonderful note. Lee Everett's character is wonderful to play and experience the woes the walker-infested world makes tears flow from my face as conflicts and consequences come throughout the journey. The season is comprised of 5 episodes with a 6th that is aTelltale struck gold with The Walking Dead and created a comic-inspired journey of survival and emotional hurdles that ended on a wonderful note. Lee Everett's character is wonderful to play and experience the woes the walker-infested world makes tears flow from my face as conflicts and consequences come throughout the journey. The season is comprised of 5 episodes with a 6th that is a shorter experience of multiple survivors and their journeys (which is decent on its own) and each episode increases in power of character development and depravity. By the finale it turns into one of the best game moments of all time. The only cons is the graphics are not as good on other systems, load times can be a pain, the gameplay mechanics are too simple and the choices do not branch out more to allow more dynamic reactions. Despite this, the game excels at what it delivers and if you love a good story about humanity and survival you will love this guaranteed.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#2 Best Xbox 360 Game of 2012
8
#8 Most Discussed Xbox 360 Game of 2012
4
#4 Most Shared Xbox 360 Game of 2012

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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 12 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. Edge Magazine
    Jan 29, 2013
    80
    This series offered some of the most memorable hours we spent holding a gamepad during 2012. [Feb 2013, p.102]
  2. X-ONE Magazine UK
    Jan 29, 2013
    90
    A masterclass in how to tell stories in games. [Issue#94, p.80]
  3. Everyeye.it
    Jan 7, 2013
    90
    Engaging, dramatic, touching: The Walking Dead is one of this year's masterpieces. Absolutely a must-have.
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