The Banner Saga is a game on Steam right now. Half the game is turn based tactical combat while the other half is choice based and gives you a lot of really interesting options for how to progress in the story. One thing I do love about it is your choices affect the gameplay. I wont spoil anything because it's best to go in knowing as little as possible but like The Walking Dead, no character is guarateed to make it. I will mention that your choices don't just affect you and the people closest to you, they affect hundreds of people travelling with you, too. Again, no spoilers, but I'd warn anyone playing the game not to take choices lightly.
The music in the game is also amazing. It's composed by Austin Wintory who composed the Journey soundtrack and he does a spectacular job. If you have a few extra dollars, the soundtrack is well worth buying.
One thing I should mention, the ending doesn't wrap up much of the plot. There is almost definitely going to be a sequel and I have no idea how long it's going to take. The ending is similar to Mass Effect 2 where one smaller plot thread is wrapped up while the larger threads are unresolved. I should also mention that the choices and dialogue are all text based. The writing is superb but if it bothers you then you might want to give it a miss.
I don't normally go on like this about a game but I feel The Banner Saga is not getting the attention it deserves. It's very much an indie game, but its got solid, robust combat and hard choices to make. Telltale fans will feel right at home with the choices in this game.
Early March is my guesstimate. February allows Wolf time for the spotlight and to wind back down again, giving them a couple of weeks at the e… morend of this month to build up for an early March release for Walking Dead.
PROVE ME WRONG TELLTALE! PROVE ME WRONG!
I can say that this update with pic of Clem is a way to appease us, TWD fans, knowing they can't make it through the 4-6 weeks and it would be better if they scrap the 4-6 weeks apart of releasing the episodes.
So I won't be surprised if this comes before March.... but I think it's first week of March. The game is "just around the corner". Telltale loves giving these non-timeframe timeframes to placate their audience when they have to wait a month. And what other info did they give us? A teaser screenshot. This reminds me of the announcement in December that we'd have to wait a month to find out a release date for The Wolf Among Us episode 2... or their actual announcement in January that it would come first week of February.
Now I'm not trying to troll folks, but right now Telltale has bitten off more than they could chew and they're behind. Giving a catch phrase, screenshot and an ambiguous fill-it-in-yourself timeframe is just what they have done everytime they're next communication/actual announcement is a month away.
So I won't be surprised if this comes before March.... but I think it's first week of March. The game is "just around the corner". Telltale … moreloves giving these non-timeframe timeframes to placate their audience when they have to wait a month. And what other info did they give us? A teaser screenshot. This reminds me of the announcement in December that we'd have to wait a month to find out a release date for The Wolf Among Us episode 2... or their actual announcement in January that it would come first week of February.
Now I'm not trying to troll folks, but right now Telltale has bitten off more than they could chew and they're behind. Giving a catch phrase, screenshot and an ambiguous fill-it-in-yourself timeframe is just what they have done everytime they're next communication/actual announcement is a month away.
I am not questioning if it is legit, I am asking why all the hype, they didnt tell us what we dont know. We all know the next episode is coming but when? Date?
I can say that this update with pic of Clem is a way to appease us, TWD fans, knowing they can't make it through the 4-6 weeks and it would be better if they scrap the 4-6 weeks apart of releasing the episodes.
I think it's Lee because i think you didn't actually shot him in head. I think that Clem missed on purpose like she couldn't do it.
So I thunk maybe, i said maybe it's Lee. Destroy that like button if you agree.
I think it's Lee because i think you didn't actually shot him in head. I think that Clem missed on purpose like she couldn't do it.
So I thunk maybe, i said maybe it's Lee. Destroy that like button if you agree.
if TT keeps up the crap they pulled with TWAU then we would be LUCKY to see episode 2 in march. "Around the corner" basically means at least another months wait... TT people should know this by now....
I think it's Lee because i think you didn't actually shot him in head. I think that Clem missed on purpose like she couldn't do it.
So I thunk maybe, i said maybe it's Lee. Destroy that like button if you agree.
I think it's Lee because i think you didn't actually shot him in head. I think that Clem missed on purpose like she couldn't do it.
So I thunk maybe, i said maybe it's Lee. Destroy that like button if you agree.
I think it's Lee because i think you didn't actually shot him in head. I think that Clem missed on purpose like she couldn't do it.
So I thunk maybe, i said maybe it's Lee. Destroy that like button if you agree.
Waiting months between releases is what we paid for. That's just how it works when you buy a season pass. I'm content to wait it all out but I certainly won't be buying their games on this model ever again. No way, I'm waiting for a disc release of Game of Thrones and whatever comes next.
I would also find that very unlikely, the dude was riddled with bullets and could barely talk. Walkers probably swarmed him as he died. Also him appearing miles away at the same mountain that Clementine goes to while also being in good enough condition to hold a gun would be too much of a suspension of disbelief.
Of course Christa told Clem what happened to Kenny, all that alone time in the woods. and besides clem would have asked what happened to ben... kenny... even Lee
Yo guys,it can't be Vernon,because he's went with that boat after he clobbered Kenny,that son of a bitch.And it can't be Glenn,because he's with Rick from the show now.I really doubt Lilly's gonna travel all the way towards Wellington or something.And,let's face it,Hershel had no reason to live after his son's death,poor guy,he's either dead or,i dunno,still alive but waaaay too far.I mean,would he,an old man,travel all the way to Wellington?For what?The only plausible solution would be either Molly,who Clem didn't really see die,or Kenny.But since Kenny has so many fans that want him back,i would bet TellTale's not gonna bring him back.It'd be just too perfect.Face it,bros:This is the walking dead we're talking about.Shit will be flipped at every turn.
If you shot Molly or not, she survives and separates from the group. Me personally, I think it's Kenny. But it could be the girl who drove off in the RV.
Lee is dead.. he was bit. He was infected.. he was cuffed to a pipe... He had one arm (if u cut it) it was so obvious he was infected.. his eyes.. skin.. everything.. if he shows up I would be happy but shocked and disappointed. Only way he loved is of he found a magical potion from a frog that was a wizard who can cure sickness... Lmao
I think it's Lee because i think you didn't actually shot him in head. I think that Clem missed on purpose like she couldn't do it.
So I thunk maybe, i said maybe it's Lee. Destroy that like button if you agree.
Just accept that it will be released in march, that way if it releases early you'll feel great shock an enjoyment rather then waiting around having so much hype build up only to find the episode was over hyped.
Just accept that it will be released in march, that way if it releases early you'll feel great shock an enjoyment rather then waiting around having so much hype build up only to find the episode was over hyped.
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Around the corner can mean much. Mars too is just around the corner in cosmic term but we humans still need aproximately 3 months to travel there.
After hearing some news on the episode, my motivation to play this is back
The Banner Saga is a game on Steam right now. Half the game is turn based tactical combat while the other half is choice based and gives you a lot of really interesting options for how to progress in the story. One thing I do love about it is your choices affect the gameplay. I wont spoil anything because it's best to go in knowing as little as possible but like The Walking Dead, no character is guarateed to make it. I will mention that your choices don't just affect you and the people closest to you, they affect hundreds of people travelling with you, too. Again, no spoilers, but I'd warn anyone playing the game not to take choices lightly.
The music in the game is also amazing. It's composed by Austin Wintory who composed the Journey soundtrack and he does a spectacular job. If you have a few extra dollars, the soundtrack is well worth buying.
One thing I should mention, the ending doesn't wrap up much of the plot. There is almost definitely going to be a sequel and I have no idea how long it's going to take. The ending is similar to Mass Effect 2 where one smaller plot thread is wrapped up while the larger threads are unresolved. I should also mention that the choices and dialogue are all text based. The writing is superb but if it bothers you then you might want to give it a miss.
I don't normally go on like this about a game but I feel The Banner Saga is not getting the attention it deserves. It's very much an indie game, but its got solid, robust combat and hard choices to make. Telltale fans will feel right at home with the choices in this game.
IMO, Telltale should never be allowed to forget that infamous "soon/very soon" interview.
any updates? about episode 2?
you must be twau fan
I can say that this update with pic of Clem is a way to appease us, TWD fans, knowing they can't make it through the 4-6 weeks and it would be better if they scrap the 4-6 weeks apart of releasing the episodes.
So I won't be surprised if this comes before March.... but I think it's first week of March. The game is "just around the corner". Telltale loves giving these non-timeframe timeframes to placate their audience when they have to wait a month. And what other info did they give us? A teaser screenshot. This reminds me of the announcement in December that we'd have to wait a month to find out a release date for The Wolf Among Us episode 2... or their actual announcement in January that it would come first week of February.
Now I'm not trying to troll folks, but right now Telltale has bitten off more than they could chew and they're behind. Giving a catch phrase, screenshot and an ambiguous fill-it-in-yourself timeframe is just what they have done everytime they're next communication/actual announcement is a month away.
I agree. It's probably March. Which I'm okay with. One episode per month, alternating between TWAU and Walking Dead.
You called?
Absolutely not!! Never has Telltale (Steam,Xbox,PS3) released a game on a sunday and the 23rd is the Daytona 500. I would say the 25th
I am not questioning if it is legit, I am asking why all the hype, they didnt tell us what we dont know. We all know the next episode is coming but when? Date?
Do you realize we are on the 5th week? They take out 2 weeks for holidays.
Compartmentalizing people is uncool man.
Pretty childish guys...
I think it's Lee because i think you didn't actually shot him in head. I think that Clem missed on purpose like she couldn't do it.
So I thunk maybe, i said maybe it's Lee. Destroy that like button if you agree.
I'm gonna tell you right now, so many people will disagree with you, including myself, lol. Sorry
You haven't been here long have you? When Telltale means a month, they always say "soon."
If that happened I would quit the game right there.
He is dead as shit dude , deal with it
No,it's the guy Clementine found laying on the floor and gave water to.
Kenny
If u know anything about the walking dead, you know that bite victims don't survive. Also why does everyone cut of Lee's arm?
Waiting months between releases is what we paid for. That's just how it works when you buy a season pass. I'm content to wait it all out but I certainly won't be buying their games on this model ever again. No way, I'm waiting for a disc release of Game of Thrones and whatever comes next.
I would also find that very unlikely, the dude was riddled with bullets and could barely talk. Walkers probably swarmed him as he died. Also him appearing miles away at the same mountain that Clementine goes to while also being in good enough condition to hold a gun would be too much of a suspension of disbelief.
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Of course Christa told Clem what happened to Kenny, all that alone time in the woods. and besides clem would have asked what happened to ben... kenny... even Lee
What happens if you don't cut his arm off?
Oh, cool XD I'll be sure to check it out after season 2.. And for the downvote things: I don't know >.>
This.
Do you realize they worked during the holidays? Not at full capacity, but they did.
Yo guys,it can't be Vernon,because he's went with that boat after he clobbered Kenny,that son of a bitch.And it can't be Glenn,because he's with Rick from the show now.I really doubt Lilly's gonna travel all the way towards Wellington or something.And,let's face it,Hershel had no reason to live after his son's death,poor guy,he's either dead or,i dunno,still alive but waaaay too far.I mean,would he,an old man,travel all the way to Wellington?For what?The only plausible solution would be either Molly,who Clem didn't really see die,or Kenny.But since Kenny has so many fans that want him back,i would bet TellTale's not gonna bring him back.It'd be just too perfect.Face it,bros:This is the walking dead we're talking about.Shit will be flipped at every turn.
So why are they telling us that they're working on holidays?
Lee is dead.. he was bit. He was infected.. he was cuffed to a pipe... He had one arm (if u cut it) it was so obvious he was infected.. his eyes.. skin.. everything.. if he shows up I would be happy but shocked and disappointed. Only way he loved is of he found a magical potion from a frog that was a wizard who can cure sickness... Lmao
Just accept that it will be released in march, that way if it releases early you'll feel great shock an enjoyment rather then waiting around having so much hype build up only to find the episode was over hyped.
Why do you think it will be released on March?
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Guys TWAU is out, walking dead is probably the next priority, so maybe late Feb early March?
Middle or late February are my guesses. I'm just sure it will come out this month. My guess is 18th or 19th February.
Why not next week?
(Trying 2 be optimistic)