BATMAN - The Telltale Series - Episode 1: Realm of Shadows Reviews
When it comes to Batman, I have some unreasonably high expectations and I am highly aware of it. But I can’t shake the feeling that I am not the only one let down by what Telltale has provided. On one hand they have laid the groundwork for a truly interesting and perhaps more human story that we have seen in Batman games before, but at the same time the delivery of said story doesn’t quite match the potential.
Episode 1 sets us up for one hell of a good season and I can’t wait to see what happens in Episode 2.
It's the third best TTG game for me thus far. It's not as polished as earlier games as we can experience mismatched dialogues and subtitles, popping textures and unremarkable, yet quite different origin story. BATMAN deserves a quick look and is a must if you are BATMAN fan.
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The first episode of Batman: The TellTale Series serves as a riveting start to what could be the best Bruce Wayne story ever told.
Batman: The Telltale Series is truly Telltale at their finest providing a perfect imaging of this iconic caped crusader.
Technical issues aside, I really enjoyed the first episode of Batman. I think what they’re doing with both the Batman and Bruce Wayne sections of the game are engaging, and I like the new mechanics that were added for the Batman sections.
It wouldn’t be Batman without taking control of some of those wonderful gadgets in the caped crusaders utility belt.
Around an hour and a half to two hours long, Realm of Shadows is quality vs quantity all around. Besides for some really obvious foreshadowing, minor technical gripes, and uneventful decision making, I’m really looking forward to how Telltale expands this universe, for the better or for worse.
This tale premiers with a complex and intriguing story that's chock full of cinematic panache.
Realm of Shadows is a great first episode in what is sure to be some of Telltale’s finest work. The presentation is both familiar and unique, with a strong comic book vibe that takes clear inspiration from Nolan’s trilogy (particularly in the music department). If you’re a fan of Telltale’s previous work, you’ll find plenty to enjoy in their latest offering.
Without playing all the franchises in Telltale Games’ catalog, I can’t say whether Batman is their best work – but I can tell you that it is masterly crafted for both fans and casuals alike, and Episode one had me hooked to the point to where I couldn’t put it down.
Even with the annoying performance issues, I still feel like this is a solid first entry for our hero and this new Telltale universe.
Another great series from a veteran player in the story-driven narratives, Telltale Games treated Batman with respect by presenting the duality Bruce Wayne/Batman in a way that I never experienced before. It is highly enjoyable, and I can't wait for the second episode
If Episode One is just setting the stage, I can’t wait to see what the next four will bring. A must-play for Batman fans.
Telltale's first Batman episode is a gem and offers up a great narrative for the characters of Bruce Wayne and the Batman, but a few technical miscues such as poor framerate performance and stiff character animations keep it from being a perfect experience.
For the first time Telltale Games have ventured into the world of DC Comics with their adaptation of the Batman universe. But will this game offer something new or have we seen it all before?
Batman has gotten off to a promising start and has a pretty unique premise but there is still six or seven hours left to play. However, it feels largely the same as every other Telltale game and has technical issues like most Telltale games.
While Realm of Shadows certainly didn’t hit as hard as some of the first episodes Telltale Games has done in the past, there’s enough here that will leave fans wondering where the story is going and wanting to come back for more.
The first episode of Batman: The Telltale Series sets a foundation that gives Bruce Wayne the same narrative importance as Batman. The game allows the player a lot of choice throughout the episode to determine how both characters will respond to the world and shape it through those responses.The new engine, the voice acting, music, and sound breathe life into a two dimensional Gotham. The graphics are definitely the best Telltale has ever produced, but there was a slight, but noticeable, judder in a couple areas. The story and dialogue are very good. This is only the first episode, but it promises great potential for future episodes.
Telltale Games is off to a good start with this new series. However, I do not think that the moments as Batman lend well to the genre.