Posted on: June 7, 2025
DrWolfenhauser
Games: 480 Reviews: 15
Hooked Me Despite The "Horrible" Genre
I typically dislike point-and-click games for their limited interactions and slow pace. However, The Walking Dead the Final Season and its franchise changed my perspective for the better. The final season is a good conclusion to arguably one of the most gripping narratives in a video game, of all time. It’s impactful storytelling and refined gameplay, captures a lot of what made the franchise so beloved while delivering an unforgettable send off. You play as Clementine, now a young adult and guardian for AJ. Experience the mix of despair, resilience, and hope while feeling the impact of your decisions. New characters and environments add freshness without affecting emotional ties to the main characters. This game improves the mechanics with more free roaming, better camera controls, and deeper combat. It includes quick time events but adds action-focused combat with bows or guns. It's a pleasant surprise and smoother than previous instalments. Telltale improved their cel-shaded art style with more detail that captures the beauty and grit of a decaying world. Animations are fluid, expressive, and feel more authentic and realistic. The final season is a fitting farewell that does the franchise justice. It provides a satisfying conclusion to Clementine’s story. There’s a good balance of nostalgia and some innovation that helps create that fresh and familiar experience. While it serves as the end of Clementine’s story, it’s a testament to Telltale’s remarkable storytelling and will remain an unforgettable legacy in the gaming industry. Although I generally dislike point-and-click games, this game is highly recommended for enthusiasts of the series. It has all the elements expected in a farewell: compelling narrative, unforgettable characters, refined gameplay, and emotional depth. It’s more than a game when you think about it, it’s a send off to one of gaming’s most beloved characters and their unforgettable journey through a zombie apocalypse.
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