The Walking Dead: Michonne - A Telltale Miniseries

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"The Walking Dead: Michonne - A Telltale Miniseries" follows the story of the iconic character, Michonne, from the comic books. This game explores her absence between issues #126 and #139, delving into her haunting past, unimaginable loss, and regret. Players will uncover the reasons for her departure from her group and her eventual return.

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76%
Audience ScoreBased on 3,005 reviews
story741 positive mentions
stability71 negative mentions
  • story2,151 mentions

    The story of "The Walking Dead: Michonne" is a brief yet engaging exploration of the titular character's backstory, set between issues #126 and #139 of the comics. While it offers some emotional depth and character development, many players feel the narrative is rushed and lacks the complexity and impact of previous installments in the series, resulting in a less immersive experience. Overall, the game is seen as a decent side story for fans, but it may not fully satisfy those expecting a longer, more intricate plot.

    • “The narrative structure uses Michonne’s interactions with other survivors and her struggle to maintain emotional balance as vehicles for storytelling, painting a multifaceted portrait of a character who is both fierce and vulnerable.”
    • “With its immersive storytelling, engaging gameplay, and emotional depth, this game successfully captures the essence of the Walking Dead universe.”
    • “The story is very good, tense and really fun to sit through, but the main character, Michonne, is unlikable.”
    • “Sadly, the story is pretty simple and not that engaging. I am reminded of protecting Clementine in The Walking Dead Season 1, which was amazing.”
    • “The Walking Dead: Michonne has a rushed story with wasted potential.”
    • “The story is weak, characters are bland including the main character, and it is too short.”
  • gameplay338 mentions

    The gameplay in "The Walking Dead: Michonne" follows the familiar Telltale formula of choice-based interactions and quick-time events, but it has been criticized for its brevity, with total playtime averaging around 4-5 hours across three episodes. Many players expressed disappointment over the lack of meaningful choices and the over-reliance on quick-time events, which detracted from the overall experience. While some appreciated the engaging story and character development, the gameplay was often described as linear and lacking innovation compared to previous titles in the series.

    • “Gameplay in 'The Walking Dead: Michonne' follows the familiar Telltale formula of choice-based interactions, quick-time events (QTEs), and exploration.”
    • “While the gameplay mechanics aren't groundbreaking, they serve the story well and keep you engaged throughout.”
    • “With its immersive storytelling, engaging gameplay, and emotional depth, this game successfully captures the essence of the Walking Dead universe.”
    • “With only about 5 hours of gameplay, I don't think it's really worth the full price.”
    • “The shallow and uninspired storyline, frustrating gameplay mechanics (overuse of QTEs), and lazy production make this game a struggle.”
    • “This game is too short and has little to no gameplay; it is mostly you watching an episode of a show in game form.”
  • graphics289 mentions

    The graphics in "The Walking Dead: Michonne" maintain Telltale's signature cel-shaded, comic book-inspired art style, which is praised for its emotional depth and atmospheric portrayal of the series' themes. While some users note improvements in visual fidelity and smoother animations compared to previous titles, others mention occasional graphical glitches and performance issues. Overall, the visuals are generally well-received, though opinions vary on their impact relative to the game's storytelling and gameplay experience.

    • “Visually, 'The Walking Dead: Michonne' retains Telltale’s signature cel-shaded, comic book-inspired art style, with detailed character expressions that convey the emotional weight of each scene.”
    • “The visuals capture the gritty aesthetic of the comics, with a distinctive art style that adds to the atmosphere of dread and despair.”
    • “The graphics are a step up from past Telltale games, which is nice as they are effective and are very comic-like.”
    • “The visuals were just the same as season 2, and most of the background music was reused from previous games. While they did fit, I couldn't help but notice it every time.”
    • “The graphics are a lot like TWD season two, and I feel like there aren't a lot of important choices.”
    • “In short, it's not a good game. It has some decent moments, but it's not good. Telltale's choices ring hollow and their graphics have lost their charm; it's barely a game, much less an enjoyable one.”
  • music228 mentions

    The music in "The Walking Dead: Michonne" has received widespread acclaim for its ability to enhance the game's atmosphere, with a mix of ambient sounds and a memorable soundtrack that includes standout tracks like "Gun in My Hand" by Dorothy. Reviewers noted that the music effectively complements the narrative and emotional moments, although some felt that certain tracks were reused from previous games in the series. Overall, the soundtrack is considered one of the game's strongest aspects, contributing significantly to the immersive experience.

    • “The ambient sounds and soundtrack contribute to the tense atmosphere, with quiet, somber moments giving way to intense, rhythmic tracks during action sequences.”
    • “The soundtrack is fantastic, the intro and outro music is wonderful; I immediately searched those songs and got them because I loved them so much.”
    • “The music is on point and how the story flows is interesting to follow and to know more about it.”
    • “The theme song force-plays three times in a row in the intro of each chapter.”
    • “The visuals were just the same as season 2, and most of the background music was reused from previous games; while they did fit, I couldn't help but notice it every time.”
    • “It seemed like they focused more on the soundtrack than the actual storyline of the game in this one, especially with the intro song; it sounds really good and fits the game perfectly.”
  • emotional183 mentions

    The emotional aspect of "The Walking Dead: Michonne" is a mixed bag, with some players finding it to be a compelling exploration of Michonne's character and her traumatic past, while others feel it lacks the emotional depth and investment seen in previous installments. The game's short format and reliance on flashbacks hinder the development of emotional connections with supporting characters, leading to a less impactful experience overall. Despite these criticisms, many still appreciate the emotional moments that resonate, particularly in relation to Michonne's struggles, though they often wish for a more extended narrative to fully explore these themes.

    • “The narrative structure uses Michonne’s interactions with other survivors and her struggle to maintain emotional balance as vehicles for storytelling, painting a multifaceted portrait of a character who is both fierce and vulnerable.”
    • “This three-episode mini-series doesn't just offer a peek into Michonne's complex mind but plunges you into the depths of her haunted past, giving you a raw, intimate experience that is both thrilling and heart-wrenching.”
    • “It's a gripping, emotional rollercoaster that will stay with you long after the credits roll.”
    • “Boring story, doesn't connect with the rest of the franchise and I hate the stupid flashbacks Michonne gets; they're unnecessary and ruin the game for me.”
    • “This game, however, is poorly done with a boring story and bland characters.”
    • “I had no empathy for Michonne or her loss; it just became a boring chore that got in the way of a boring story.”
  • stability71 mentions

    The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of frequent bugs, visual glitches, and performance issues such as freezing and stuttering. Players have experienced significant interruptions, including crashes and lost save files, which detract from the overall experience. While some users noted minor glitches, the overwhelming consensus is that the game is plagued by technical shortcomings that hinder gameplay.

    • “What bothers me is how broken and buggy the game is.”
    • “Another significant flaw of the miniseries is its technical shortcomings, including frequent bugs, glitches, and performance issues that detract from the overall experience.”
    • “The game is a buggy mess.”
  • character development70 mentions

    Character development in "The Walking Dead: Michonne" is largely criticized for being insufficient due to the game's short three-episode format, which limits the depth and emotional investment in characters. While some players appreciate glimpses of Michonne's internal struggles, many feel that the rushed storytelling and lack of time for character exploration result in a shallow experience compared to other titles in the series. Overall, the consensus is that the game fails to deliver the impactful character development that fans expect from Telltale's storytelling.

    • “The character development is superb, with Michonne's internal struggles laid bare for the player to witness.”
    • “Thanks to the solid storytelling and character development that the Telltale series is known for, we get to play through a little bit of where Michonne was and what she did in the period during the time jump in the graphic novel.”
    • “Amazing story, great character development and intense gameplay, definitely recommended!”
    • “One potential drawback of 'The Walking Dead: Michonne' is its brevity, as the three-episode format leaves little room for extended character development.”
    • “The story is rushed, and subsequently there is little to no character development.”
    • “Unfortunately, the character development is lacking, leaving Michonne's character feeling rather uninteresting, to be honest.”
  • optimization60 mentions

    The optimization of "The Walking Dead: Michonne" has been widely criticized, with players reporting frequent performance issues such as stuttering, frame drops, and long loading times. Many users noted that the game struggles to maintain smooth performance, particularly in fullscreen mode, and described it as one of the worst-optimized entries in the Telltale series. While some players experienced minimal issues, the overall consensus highlights significant technical shortcomings that detract from the gaming experience.

    • “Performance and optimization: 10”
    • “Excellent optimization, did not meet any game bugs.”
    • “Graphically is the same type of graphics that Telltale have us used, the gameplay is really well optimized, better than the previous Telltale games.”
    • “Another significant flaw of the miniseries is its technical shortcomings, including frequent bugs, glitches, and performance issues that detract from the overall experience.”
    • “The massive frame drops and stuttering made it a frustrating experience.”
    • “I can't recommend this because it feels a bit like a badly optimized cash-in with nothing at stake emotionally and it seems to borrow very heavily from the two previous seasons.”
  • atmosphere37 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its immersive qualities, enhanced by a compelling soundtrack and ambient sounds that create tension and emotional depth. The visual aesthetic effectively captures the gritty essence of the source material, contributing to a sense of dread and despair, while the level design and character models further enrich the overall mood. Despite some criticisms regarding graphics and gameplay mechanics, the atmospheric experience remains a standout feature that resonates with players.

    • “The ambient sounds and soundtrack contribute to the tense atmosphere, with quiet, somber moments giving way to intense, rhythmic tracks during action sequences.”
    • “They perfectly captured the feel and atmosphere of the comic and show, staying true to the character without trying to change canon.”
    • “Visually, the game captures the gritty aesthetic of the comics, with a distinctive art style that adds to the atmosphere of dread and despair.”
    • “Although you don't get invested in the characters that much (it takes around 4 hours to play the whole game), instead there are several flashbacks and hallucinations, which create an eerie atmosphere, kind of different from WD S1 & 2.”
    • “Only hate the cheap graphics... but the atmosphere was so good that graphics didn't matter.”
  • replayability31 mentions

    Overall, the replayability of the game is widely criticized, with many reviewers noting that it offers limited content and minimal incentive to replay. While a few players mention some potential for replaying to explore different choices, the consensus is that the game lacks depth and variety, making it not worth the price for most. Many recommend waiting for a sale or bundle to justify the short playtime and low replay value.

    • “Not a ton of content, but beautiful and fully replayable to dive deeper into the story or change up your character's alignment.”
    • “There are things I wish I’d done differently though and I’m interested to see where other choices lead, so it definitely has replayability.”
    • “This is the first Walking Dead game I have played that has replayability -- again, because the choices seem to matter and affect things.”
    • “I would strongly recommend not buying The Walking Dead: Michonne outside of the reworked definitive edition, since replayability is very limited and there simply isn't enough depth to keep even hardcore fans of the mainline titles engaged for more than a few hours.”
    • “Not worth the price; a single playthrough will take you four hours at most and there's zero replayability.”
    • “It's not worth either 10 euros or 15... more likely it's worth 4 euros for a 4-hour game with no impact of choices and no replay value.”
  • grinding23 mentions

    The reviews consistently highlight the grinding aspect of the game as tedious and repetitive, with many players expressing frustration over the slow pacing, outdated mechanics, and lack of engaging content. Quick time events and lengthy conversations without skip options contribute to a feeling of monotony, making the overall experience feel like a chore rather than enjoyable gameplay.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “They're tedious and repetitive; all they really seem to do is pad out the length of the game.”
    • “The short 3-episode format does not make forcing yourself through the irritating and tedious conversations any easier, as you will find yourself constantly wishing there was a skip dialogue option.”
  • monetization20 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game has been widely criticized as a "cash grab," with many reviewers feeling that it fails to deliver on the quality and depth expected from the franchise. While there are no microtransactions, the overall sentiment is that the game feels hastily assembled and primarily aimed at capitalizing on the popularity of its characters, leaving players disappointed with its short length and lackluster storytelling.

    • “No microtransactions, thank you!”
    • “Don't think, just buy this game! The game is free with no in-game purchases from episode 1 through 3.”
    • “Honestly, this game just feels like a cash grab based on one of the series' most popular characters.”
    • “A half-baked cash grab which fails to live up to the well-deserved reputation of the main series.”
    • “Certainly not the best and an obvious quicktime cash grab, never buy it at full price as it is way too short and an obvious sign of their greed.”
  • humor15 mentions

    The humor in "Walking Dead: Michonne" is often described as unintentional and situational, with players finding amusement in the game's absurd moments and character interactions, despite its serious themes. While some elements, like the character Oak and certain dialogue, provide intentional laughs, many reviewers highlight the game's ability to turn grim scenarios into comedic experiences, making it unexpectedly entertaining. Overall, the humor adds a unique layer to the gameplay, enhancing the experience even amidst the darker narrative.

    • “You'd be laughing and running for your life at the same time.”
    • “This is quite possibly the most unintentionally funny game I've ever played.”
    • “It turned a grim episode into a comedy and I had fun laughing the whole way through the game.”
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Play time

5hMedian play time
6hAverage play time
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*Based on 56 analyzed playthroughs

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