Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy - Episode 3: More than a Feeling
- August 22, 2017
- Telltale Games
Telltale Games’ Guardians of the Galaxy continues into its third episode, More Than a Feeling, and while it feels like it’s over way too fast, every second of it is enjoyable.
"Everyone wants this power and no one should have it."
Reviews
- Mantis is a great character and adds depth to the story.
- The narrative features strong character development and meaningful flashbacks.
- A high-stakes decision at the center of the conflict keeps the episode engaging.
- The pacing is poor, leading to a lack of excitement and dull moments.
- Action scenes feel formulaic and exploration sections are frustrating.
- Overall, the episode feels mediocre compared to Telltale's other series and lacks the drama and heart.
- story5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The story is praised for its great narrative and character development, particularly highlighting the impactful introduction of new characters like Mantis and the emotional depth surrounding Gamora. While some episodes maintain a rapid pace and avoid filler, others experience slower plot progression, yet they still build anticipation for future developments. Overall, the series effectively intertwines character arcs with plot revelations, keeping the audience engaged.
“Great narrative, character development, plot revelations.”
“Episode three: more than a feeling furthers the intriguing story and takes it to new grounds, thanks in part to the carryovers from the previous episodes' decisions and the heart-breaking story centering on Gamora.”
“However, by keeping it short and compact, there are no filler moments, as the story takes off quite rapidly at the beginning and carries the momentum all the way through, without pause.”
“Just as the previous episode succeeded thanks to the introduction of the new member, Nebula, the introduction of Mantis here is definitely the high point, but outside of this, the story fails to captivate its audience once again.”
“Though the plot moves slowly in episode 3 of Guardians of the Galaxy, it still sets the stage for something great.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The character development in the game is praised for its strong narrative and impactful plot revelations, which enhance the depth and complexity of the characters throughout the story.
“The character development is outstanding, with a great narrative that keeps you engaged and reveals plot twists that enhance the overall experience.”
“I was truly impressed by the depth of character development; each character feels real and evolves in meaningful ways throughout the story.”
“The way the characters grow and change over time is one of the highlights of the game, making the narrative even more compelling.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Episode three deepens the emotional impact of the narrative by building on previous decisions and presenting a heart-wrenching storyline focused on Gamora, effectively advancing the overall story in a compelling way.
“Episode three: More than a Feeling furthers the intriguing story and takes it to new grounds, thanks in part to the carryovers from the previous episodes' decisions and the heart-breaking story centering on Gamora.”
“The emotional depth of the characters really shines through, making every choice feel impactful and resonant.”
“I was genuinely moved by the story's twists and turns, especially the moments that explored the characters' vulnerabilities.”
Critic Reviews
Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy: The Telltale Series, Episode 3: More Than a Feeling Review
Episode 3 mostly slows Telltale's Guardians of the Galaxy to a crawl, except for one climactic moment.
68%Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy: The Telltale Series - Episode Three: More Than a Feeling Review
More Than a Feeling is not a bad game when compared to some of the other titles clogging the market. However, when compared to Telltale's other series, it fails, lacking the drama and heart that made many of them so endearing. When compared to the films that it draws inspiration from, it can't compete with the likeable cast, crackling dialogue, and exciting action scenes. Once again: if you want to spend two hours with the Guardians, you're probably better off watching one of the movies again.
40%Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy: The Telltale Series - Episode Three: More Than a Feeling Review
While there are some great moments, overall, this episode feels rather mediocre. Just as the previous episode succeeded thanks to the introduction of the new member, Nebula, the introduction of Mantis here is definitely the highpoint, but outside of this, the story fails to captivate its audience once again. Even the "big finale," which gives two options to destroy the Forge or empower it, fails to give enough of a stinger or cliffhanger to leave the audience excited for the next episode… Two to go and it seems that means the histories of Groot and Drax may be on display. These flashbacks into memory are one of the few saving graces, so they should be good at least.
50%