Underplayed Gems

The Wolf Among Us (2013)

The Wolf Among Us cover
Developer
Telltale
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure, Casual
Rating
4.9 of 5, 39,802 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 10 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A gritty, noir-driven point-and-click thriller where every dialogue choice and action tightens the knot of a violent mystery in a dark fantasy city.

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What players say

Players praise the gritty noir take on fairy tale characters and the compelling story that holds up years later. Bigby's redemption arc and the unique art style are frequently highlighted, though some note that choices feel less impactful than promised and the game is short.

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