Underplayed Gems

The Walking Dead (2012)

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Developer
Telltale Games
Publisher
Skybound Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS
Genres
Adventure
Rating
4.9 of 5, 79,955 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 14 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A harrowing narrative journey driven by difficult moral choices and deep character bonds in a decaying, zombie-ravaged world.

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What players say

Players say the relationship between Lee and Clementine drives an emotional, choice-driven story where timed decisions have no right answer. Several report technical issues like save file corruption and crashes, especially on modern systems. The ending draws consistent praise for its impact.

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