The Walking Dead: Season Two
"The Walking Dead: Season Two is the sequel to the acclaimed adventure game, offering an excellent gameplay and compelling graphics. The plot is captivating, with a wholesome story that draws players in. However, be aware of the occasional bugs that may affect the experience."
Reviews
- story1,114 mentions
- 71 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The game's story is widely praised for its emotional depth and engaging narrative, often compared to a cinematic experience. Players appreciate the character development, particularly of Clementine, and the impactful choices that shape the storyline, although some express frustration over the necessity to purchase additional episodes. Overall, the storytelling is considered one of the game's strongest aspects, making it a standout in the genre of narrative-driven games.
“The elephant in the room is the outstanding story and a beautiful conclusion to such a beautiful journey that began in season 1.”
“This game has been really thrilling and I love the way you can transfer the previous gameplay from season 1 to season 2. It has a unique sad story ever since Lee died and how there are more characters than in season 1.”
“The storyline is quite satisfactory to the players and the emotional touch it gives is very amazing.”
“The developers of this game lie about the effect of players' choices on the direction of the game story.”
“Players' choices only show some scenes or change character's dialogue, either of which is irrelevant to the story.”
“I felt like crying when I was playing 😭 the game is so emotional which makes it exciting although you need to start from season 1 then 2 to understand the storyline and the game is also realistic.”
- graphics764 mentions
- 80 % positive mentions
- 18 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their quality and artistic style, often compared to the Borderlands series and described as cinematic or comic book-like. Many users appreciate the improvements over previous seasons, noting that the visuals enhance the emotional storytelling and immersive gameplay. However, some players have reported issues with lag and control responsiveness, which detracts from the overall experience.
“The graphics are beautiful.”
“I love the graphics and the choices you have to make. Please @howyaknow, LLC make a season three; it's really recommendable. Therefore, every coin I spent on this game was worth it. The story, awesome graphics, etc. Everything about the app season one and season two is absolute greatness. Hopefully, you guys make season three; I am really waiting for it. Thanks again.”
“The graphics are improved...the game looks more realistic than the previous game... and the story seems great too... I recommend this game for all zombie fans!!!”
“Am done downloading the game and it ain't displaying anything, no visuals, just a plain blank screen ... and an in-game soundtrack that lasts for about a minute. Tried resetting the game but still no progress... please, I need help on this matter.”
“The game doesn't work in full screen mode and that sucks. Also, the graphics can be improved; the game was amazing 4 years ago, but now we definitely need an update!”
“Worst game ever played, no control, no graphics, no action; it's just boring.”
- emotional190 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly praised, with many players expressing deep connections to the characters and storylines, often leading to tears during pivotal moments. The narrative is described as heart-wrenching and impactful, particularly in key episodes that evoke strong feelings of loss and attachment, especially towards characters like Clementine and Lee. Overall, players find the game to be a profound emotional experience that resonates long after playing.
“The storyline is quite satisfactory to the players and the emotional touch it gives is very amazing.”
“Download and experience the best ever story offline game. I loved this game and I cried after finishing season 1; such an emotional story in season 1.”
“An amazing experience and an emotional rollercoaster... playing from the first game season 1 and going on through 2 and finally ending up at season 4 gets you hooked on the experience and attached to Clementine and her journey... overall amazing game.”
- gameplay124 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 31 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is widely praised for its engaging storyline, emotional depth, and improved mechanics compared to previous seasons, making it addictive and enjoyable for players. However, some users report issues with lag, touch controls, and the need for updates, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these concerns, many consider it one of the best adventure games available, highlighting its unique style and character development.
“What separates it from other games on the Play Store is the well-done storyline and gameplay; the graphics are simple, yet well done, comparable to that of the Borderlands series.”
“Addictive, thrilling, amazing storyline, some free episodes, great story, awesome gameplay, and I think it's the very best adventure game ever!”
“The gameplay has improved a lot from season 1; still need some changes and make these two seasons compatible for bigger devices.”
“I really like the game mechanics in this one, but there is a problem: the touchscreen is not registering, which really impacts the gameplay and makes it hard to play.”
“What awful gameplay controls... the controls are horrible and not working even after multiple clicks.”
“The gameplay is so bad.”
- music17 mentions
- 35 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
Overall, the music in the game is highly praised, with many users noting that the soundtracks are significantly improved compared to the first season, enhancing the overall experience. However, several players are experiencing technical issues, such as a blank screen accompanied by background music, which detracts from their ability to enjoy the game. Despite these problems, the emotional impact of the music, particularly the theme songs, is frequently highlighted as a standout feature.
“The music and soundtracks are much better than the first season.”
“Superb story, fabulous graphics, background music.”
“The theme songs are amazing.”
“Am done downloading the game and it isn't displaying anything, no visuals, just a plain blank screen and an in-game soundtrack that lasts for about a minute. Tried resetting the game but still no progress. Please, I need help on this matter.”
“It's really annoying that I had completed season one without any problem and had the best in-game experience, but after I downloaded season two, I opened the game and see only a black screen and background music. I am using Android v10. Please reply fast and solve my problem.”
“I couldn't play this game. It shows a black screen and I can hear some music for 1 minute, then it stops. What shall I do?”
- monetization16 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 31 % negative mentions
Players express frustration with the game's monetization model, particularly the reliance on in-app purchases to access additional episodes, which many feel should be free. While the game is praised for its graphics and lack of intrusive ads, the consensus is that removing or reducing in-app purchases would enhance the overall experience and accessibility for all players.
“It was so fun, no ads, no bugs, and so smooth, but I wish that the other episodes were free so that everyone could enjoy it!”
“Beside the in-app purchases, it is still the best :))))”
“Nice game, but in-app purchases, so 4 stars.”
“So my request is you should work on the in-app purchase... I love The Walking Dead so much... please, I have told a lot of my friends about your game, and they had the same problem about it. So please, in your next update, or you can just change that.”
“Why do they have to purchase to continue the story? I hate it. It's more fine with me even ads are okay, well you can earn with ads too, right?”
“This game has in-app purchases; without it, you can't play a single episode.”
- stability13 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, user reviews indicate significant stability issues with the game, particularly in later episodes, where players report frequent freezing, lag, and glitches that hinder gameplay. While some users experienced minimal problems, many expressed frustration with installation errors and audio issues, suggesting that the game's performance varies widely across different devices. The consensus is that while the game has potential, its stability needs considerable improvement to enhance the user experience.
“I think I wasted time on season 2; it's laggy and has so many glitches. Season 1 was better; I understood the controls, gameplay, and everything was running smoothly. In my opinion, please don't waste your data and time downloading season 2.”
“Run fine till the first episode, but afterwards it runs too buggy and choppy; I can't listen to the audio.”
“Best disappointed game; it glitches so much, and only one episode is offline.”
- optimization8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is inconsistent, with many users reporting issues on newer devices, such as misaligned graphics and unsaved choices, indicating a lack of updates since 2016. While some players praise its smooth performance and graphics, others experience significant lag and poor sound quality, particularly on newer Android versions. Overall, the optimization appears to favor older devices, leaving many players dissatisfied.
“The game runs smoothly, and the choices are effective. This is my favorite game ever!”
“Nice realistic graphics with perfect performance.”
“Top quality and performance game.”
“The game is not optimized for new phones; it needs an update. It has setting problems, the picture is not aligned to my phone, it's too much to the right, and my choices are never saved. This is not Telltale Games; whoever developed this did not do a good job, and the last update was in 2016, so that explains a lot.”
“Only optimized for older Android versions.”
“Very poor performance of this game; its sound quality is the worst type.”
- humor7 mentions
- 86 % positive mentions
- -29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted as a blend of clever character moments, particularly with Clementine, and comedic reactions during intense gameplay, such as jump scares. Players find the mix of humor and suspense engaging, often leading to laughter amidst the game's emotional and scary elements. Overall, the humor adds a unique charm to the gaming experience, making it both entertaining and relatable.
“This is the best version of Clementine for me... I really like her badass looks and sometimes, she's kind of funny.”
“Superb game, impressive and emotional, and funny with a suspenseful story. I guarantee you will love it.”
“Very scary game 😅😅😅 but I love this nice game; it's very funny and so scary. When I play this game, I really feel it.”
“I can download it, but it's not funny.”
“The jokes fell flat and didn't land at all.”
“I expected humor, but it was more cringeworthy than amusing.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game evokes a strong resemblance to the original Walking Dead series, creating an engaging and immersive experience; however, players have noted that the controls detract from this overall ambiance.
“The game atmosphere is reminiscent of the original Walking Dead series, creating a deeply immersive experience.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unenjoyable, often referring to it in negative terms.
“Tedious horsecrap.”
- character development1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the character development for its compelling design and rich backstories, highlighting the engaging storyline as a standout feature that enhances the overall gameplay experience.
“I love the character design, background, and also the gameplay. The controls are easy, and I love the storyline. It's the best storyline game I have ever seen.”