Game of Thrones: A Telltale Games Series

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"Game of Thrones: A Telltale Games Series" is an episodic game set in the world of HBO's hit show, where players control the Forrester family, loyal to the Starks of Winterfell. With decisions that impact the story, players will interact with characters from the TV show and visit familiar locations such as King's Landing and The Wall. The game is developed by the creators of The Walking Dead and The Wolf Among Us. Players will experience the tension of playing the Game of Thrones, where the stakes are high and there are consequences for every decision.

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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Audience ScoreBased on 6,710 reviews

story1.7k positive mentions

stability113 negative mentions

The story is well-written and captures the essence of the Game of Thrones universe.
The voice acting features original actors from the show, enhancing immersion.
The game provides a gripping narrative with emotional weight, making players feel invested in the characters.

Choices often feel meaningless, leading to the same outcomes regardless of player decisions.
The game ends on a cliffhanger with no resolution, as a sequel is unlikely.
Technical issues, such as bugs and poor animations, detract from the overall experience.

story
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The story in "Game of Thrones: A Telltale Games Series" is set in the Game of Thrones universe, focusing on House Forrester, a lesser-known family loyal to the Starks. While the narrative is well-written and engaging, many players feel that their choices have little impact on the overall plot, which remains largely predetermined, leading to a sense of frustration and disappointment, especially with the unresolved cliffhanger ending. Despite these criticisms, the game is praised for its character development, emotional depth, and the immersive experience it offers to fans of the franchise.
- “Whether negotiating in King’s Landing, commanding soldiers in battle, or managing alliances, the story delivers high-stakes drama at every turn.”
- “The story and characters are great, and the events are well interwoven with some iconic moments and characters from the high points of the TV series without feeling like those overshadow the new POV characters and their plights; it feels exactly the way you'd think a mix of Telltale and Game of Thrones would, thematically and narratively.”
- “The game captures the essence of the show's complex narrative and intrigue, offering a story with many possible endings.”
- “Every choice carries the illusion of importance, though the overarching story remains largely fixed.”
- “If that sounds good to you, I'd still urge you to consider if you're willing to play through a story that ends halfway through as it finishes with the overall plot unresolved.”
- “Your choices don't matter; I found this out as I finished the story twice doing the opposite of my previous decisions. Sadly, it didn't matter, but with all that said, it was still a crazy ending and story with many plot twists.”
graphics
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The graphics of "Game of Thrones: A Telltale Games Series" have received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the unique painted aesthetic that evokes a watercolor style, which fits the game's narrative. However, numerous criticisms highlight technical issues such as graphical glitches, inconsistent quality, and dated visuals that detract from the overall experience. While some players find the art style charming and fitting for the story, others feel it falls short compared to other Telltale titles, leading to a general consensus that the graphics are below modern standards.
- “The art style emulates a painted aesthetic, giving the game a unique look.”
- “The art style, while different from the show, has its own unique charm that suits the narrative beautifully.”
- “The graphics are beautiful, and the characters are well constructed in a style that fits Game of Thrones.”
- “The graphics are hideous, textures look unfinished and lighting is terrible.”
- “The graphics are pretty bad for 2015, and a lot of the faces and animations are horrible, especially after seeing Tales from the Borderlands.”
- “The graphics are poor, the response time is slow and the storyline is horrible.”
gameplay
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The gameplay in "Game of Thrones: A Telltale Games Series" is largely minimalistic, relying heavily on dialogue choices and quick-time events, which many players find limiting and repetitive. While the decision-making mechanics can create a sense of tension and responsibility, the overall gameplay experience is often described as lacking depth and innovation, with many choices feeling inconsequential to the narrative. Fans of Telltale's storytelling style may enjoy the game for its narrative, but those seeking engaging gameplay mechanics may be disappointed.
- “The decision-making mechanics are gripping, forcing you to weigh the consequences of your choices carefully.”
- “This makes the gameplay more engaging as you feel responsible for the consequences of your choices.”
- “Gameplay is easy but the decision-making is on-point and weighs heavily on you.”
- “The gameplay is simplistic, with speech options to affect outcomes and some quick-time events for action thrown in to speed up the pace.”
- “Gameplay mechanics consist primarily of dialogue choices and quick-time events, offering little in terms of innovation or engagement.”
- “The gameplay is pretty much non-existent, even for Telltale's standards.”
music
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The music in "Game of Thrones: A Telltale Games Series" has received mixed reviews, with many praising the incorporation of familiar themes from the HBO series, which effectively enhances the game's atmosphere. While some original tracks, like Talia's song, are highlighted as memorable, others find the overall soundtrack to be repetitive and lacking in standout moments. Overall, fans of the franchise appreciate the music's alignment with the series' tone, though some express a desire for more variety and the inclusion of Ramin Djawadi's iconic compositions throughout the game.
- “The soundtrack, written by Telltale lead composer Jared Emerson-Johnson, fits nicely with the castles and villages you come across in the chapters.”
- “The music is quite good, though.”
- “The soundtrack and voice cast (including some from the actual TV series) are top-notch too.”
- “The music is so bland - uninspired mournful-sorrowful tunes that need some kind of stronger melody or motif behind them, otherwise it's just cello improvisation which is not a good thing.”
- “The music and sound design was utterly forgettable, which is a shame since Game of Thrones has some of the best music in television.”
- “Another thing that would've made the game much better was including the actual soundtrack from the show instead of some new tracks that most of the time feel underwhelming.”
emotional
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The emotional aspect of "Game of Thrones: A Telltale Games Series" is widely praised for its ability to deeply engage players, evoking a range of feelings from joy to heartbreak. The high-quality voice acting and compelling narrative create strong emotional connections to the characters, making players feel the weight of their choices, often leading to devastating outcomes. However, some reviews note that the lack of meaningful resolutions can leave players feeling frustrated and emotionally drained, despite the game's overall impact.
- “The voice acting is top-notch, bringing the characters to life and enhancing the emotional depth of the story.”
- “Game of Thrones: A Telltale Games Series is a powerful emotional roller-coaster of such tense moments and tough decisions that I was sitting at the edge of my seat and my heart skipped a beat more than a handful of times.”
- “This game is going to make you go on an emotional trip.”
- “Boring story, zero pay-off, zero investment in the story or characters.”
- “This game is full of boring characters, boring story, and boring gameplay.”
- “The game has rather weak graphics and starts off with a boring story and a somewhat confusing introduction.”
stability
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The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of frequent graphical glitches, crashes, and freezes that significantly disrupt gameplay. Many players note that these technical issues detract from the overall experience, making it difficult to fully enjoy the story and immersion. While some minor glitches are tolerable, the overwhelming number of bugs has led to frustration and disappointment among users.
- “From what I have seen of this game, which is about an hour and 30 minutes of it, it exceeded my expectations, made me love my characters and hate their enemies, and was nearly bug-free on launch. Good games usually don't launch this perfectly built.”
- “The stability of the game is impressive; I experienced very few issues during my playtime, which allowed me to fully immerse myself in the story and characters.”
- “I was pleasantly surprised by how stable the game was at launch. It felt polished and well-crafted, making for a smooth gaming experience.”
- “While the art direction is commendable, technical issues such as graphical glitches and inconsistent animation detract from the overall presentation, disrupting immersion.”
- “This game is the worst game ever, crashes on start quite often, and I doubt that you'll be able to make it through a story without at least a few fairly serious audio/animation glitches.”
- “The game plays rather badly, with constant freezes and stuttering (as tested on a variety of computers with varying specs and settings, no change, still bad).”
atmosphere
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The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its faithful recreation of the Game of Thrones universe, effectively immersing players in its emotional and dramatic moments. Reviewers highlight the strong voice acting, familiar music, and the game's ability to evoke the show's tension and sense of hopelessness, making it feel like an extension of the series. While some note that the graphics may not be as sharp as other Telltale titles, the overall atmosphere is considered engaging and true to the source material, appealing to both fans of the show and newcomers alike.
- “Atmospheric and emotional, designed to immerse players in the drama of the moment.”
- “If you love Game of Thrones, then this game certainly manages to recreate the atmosphere and sometimes edge-of-the-seat tension, but also the heartbreaking moments of the show.”
- “The atmosphere and the choices you have to make are so exciting and entertaining that I can only recommend buying it!”
- “Some of the bugs and glitches in the background, from noclip characters to floating objects, downright broke the atmosphere of the game.”
- “Telltale simply needs to step up their game at this point or shake up the formula a bit because it's getting stale and this one had none of the personality or atmosphere to really sell it to me.”
- “I can only play it in little chunks before the overall negative atmosphere just overwhelms.”
replayability
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The reviews for replayability in this game are highly polarized, with many users expressing frustration over the lack of meaningful choices and consequences, leading to a perception of low or zero replay value. Conversely, some players appreciate the variety of scenes and potential for different outcomes, suggesting that there is a degree of replayability, particularly for those interested in exploring alternate decisions. Overall, while a few find replay value in the game's structure, the consensus leans towards a disappointing experience in terms of replayability.
- “Yes, there's some railroading, but there are so many different scenes that give this game replay value.”
- “This game has great replay value as you really can go back into episode one and make a completely different story.”
- “The drama was on par with the TV series and the conversations really felt like walking through a minefield, with the added stress of making tough decisions in a short amount of time. It really adds replay value to the game.”
- “In a genre where replay value could be huge, this game has a replay value of zero.”
- “The story is generic as hell and the game could not have less replay value.”
- “More importantly is the fact that there is no replay value to be gained from a second playthrough, knowing that your actions have no consequence.”
humor
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The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating the well-developed characters and their comedic moments, while others find the humor inconsistent or lacking compared to other titles in the genre. Many noted that the facial animations and dialogue can lead to unintentional hilarity, especially during serious scenes, creating a contrast that sometimes detracts from the overall experience. Overall, while there are funny moments, the game's darker themes often overshadow the humor, leaving some players feeling that it lacks the charm found in similar games.
- “A lot of the main characters are well-developed with nice senses of humor.”
- “The story is good and the dialogue flows well and is both humorous and dramatic.”
- “You'll cry, you'll laugh, you'll cry because you're laughing.”
- “I'm sure some people like that, but to me it's just filler, especially if it's not funny.”
- “The jokes fell flat and felt forced, making the experience more cringeworthy than enjoyable.”
- “I expected humor to lighten the mood, but instead it just dragged the game down.”
optimization
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The game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players experiencing significant audio stuttering, frame drops, and lag, particularly during loading and certain story segments. While some users reported smoother performance on lower-end systems, others found the game poorly optimized overall, leading to frustration with its technical issues despite an engaging story and strong voice acting. Overall, the game's performance issues detract from the experience, making it feel less polished than expected.
- “I recommend the game for the good craftsmanship; it runs smoothly, the backgrounds are beautiful, and the voice acting is quite amazing.”
- “On a technical side, performance-wise, the game runs silky smooth on my toaster (i7 3517u, 6 GB RAM, 635m GT), so no complaints from me.”
- “Just last week I was singing praises to Telltale Tool's unexpectedly good performance in Tales from the Borderlands; the game didn't stutter at all during action scenes displayed at a breakneck pace.”
- “Sadly, in the beginning and at some parts of the story, there was sound stuttering and lag.”
- “I can play Witcher 3 and Deus Ex: Mankind Divided with ultra settings and 60fps, but for this game, I'm still suffering from frame drops, stuttering, and can't even hold a stable 60fps. Oh my god!”
- “The lower-than-usual production value hits you in the face the moment you open the game: the menu is extremely laggy, even on my GeForce GTX 970, and visual glitches are everywhere.”
character development
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Character development in "Game of Thrones: A Telltale Games Series" receives mixed reviews, with some praising its depth and emotional investment, while others criticize its linearity and lack of meaningful progression. Many players appreciate the initial character arcs and the impact of choices, but feel that the overall development stagnates as the story unfolds. Ultimately, while some find the character development engaging and reflective of the source material, others argue it fails to capture the essence of what makes the original series compelling.
- “The game serves well as a great setup for an exciting story and character development, akin to that of Game of Thrones.”
- “This is a great story-driven game with one of the best character development and story arcs.”
- “10/10 character development, 10/10 story, and 10/10 emotional investment.”
- “Game of Thrones - A Telltale Games Series falls short of expectations with its linear storyline and lackluster character development.”
- “Although all the characters are interesting in the beginning, there is almost no real character development.”
- “No character development at all, and nothing you do really matters or changes anything.”
grinding
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Reviews highlight that the grinding aspect of the game is characterized by tedious gameplay, including slow pacing, repetitive quick-time events, and lengthy dialogue sequences that detract from the overall experience. While some players appreciate the story and character development, many find the grinding elements frustrating and unengaging, leading to a sense of monotony that can overshadow the narrative's strengths. Overall, the grinding is seen as a significant drawback, making the game feel laborious at times.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “A dip into the GOT world sounds awesome, but the gameplay is slow and tedious.”
- “Pressing W from time to time to move forward or doing tedious quick-time events, which were already boring when they saw light in the 80's with the release of Dragon's Lair, are by no means gameplay or in any way entertaining.”
- “The replaying is extremely tedious since you cannot skip as well; it is as if they didn't add the skipping so that fewer people would replay so they wouldn't notice that very little changes according to your choices.”
monetization
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The monetization aspect of the game has been heavily criticized, with many users labeling it a "cash grab" that fails to deliver meaningful content or impactful choices. Players feel misled by the marketing that promised a rich narrative experience, only to find a linear story that feels more like an advertisement for future installments than a standalone game. Overall, the game is seen as exploiting its popular IP without providing sufficient value for the price.
- “I didn't pay $30 for an advertisement for Telltale's Season 2 trailer, but that's what I got.”
- “Don't spend your money on this; it's a total cash grab without any outcome other than a truly linear one (soap operas have more excitement and leave you with a better feeling than this).”
- “The main problem with this is that it is not a game; it's a few Game of Thrones episodes that prompts you to click the mouse now and then - 'your choices matter' was, in retrospect, the biggest misadvertisement possible, since, frankly, they do not.”