I mean it's good but it's not as close to being as good as the first two seasons. We're seeing a completely different Clem this time around, which felt a little bit off at first. Almost none of the character are likable imo, and the narrative was the weakest aspect of this season. Gameplay mechanics and cutscenes continue to improve with each season.
I don't think The Walking Dead: A New Frontier is as bad as everyone makes it out to be, and I believe that it is a worthy entry in the series. The dynamic between Javier and David was a highlight, and their relationship with each other and their family carried many of the games emotional moments for me. The cast is mostly likable and well-written, but there is an overall feeling that Telltale was playing it safe, as many of the characters ended up being forgettable and didn't stand out when compared to the prior seasons.
However, I do have a major issue with this game, and its the end to both Clementine and Javier's arcs. The continuation of the endings from season 2 were completely disrespected for Clementine, with only the "alone" ending making sense for the story was told here. I wish that Clementine had a larger role in the story, as her inclusion ends up feeling half-hearted.
As for Javier, having 4 possible endings really hurt being able to end the story in a satisfying way. The choice you make that determines the ending that you get is ultimately determined by two choices you make in flashbacks as Clementine. These two choices have no affect on her ending as it will always be the same, so it's frustrating that it makes such an impact on the end to Javier's story. I like when a game has multiple endings if they fit thematically, but here, they distract from the story that Telltale was clearly trying to tell.
However, I do have a major issue with this game, and its the end to both Clementine and Javier's arcs. The continuation of the endings from season 2 were completely disrespected for Clementine, with only the "alone" ending making sense for the story was told here. I wish that Clementine had a larger role in the story, as her inclusion ends up feeling half-hearted.
As for Javier, having 4 possible endings really hurt being able to end the story in a satisfying way. The choice you make that determines the ending that you get is ultimately determined by two choices you make in flashbacks as Clementine. These two choices have no affect on her ending as it will always be the same, so it's frustrating that it makes such an impact on the end to Javier's story. I like when a game has multiple endings if they fit thematically, but here, they distract from the story that Telltale was clearly trying to tell.
These games survive on their strong, character driven writing and this is written like an Uncharted game without the gameplay. It’s a shame because if this game wasn’t trying to include Clementine and had a better plot the actual family of Javi, Kate, David and the kids is a strong focal point with good characters and conflict. But it ends up being the messy and unfocused low point of this series.
I think this game is severely overhated. It's definitiely weaker than the second game, but I believe it is a fun experience with some pretty good choices. It's definitely the weakest in the series though, which is a shame because it has a really good main lead. But I still highly recommend checking this one out because it has some awesome stuff in it.
A less than stellar entry in the Walking Dead Telltale series that has a few impactful emotional highs, but feels all over the place and like your choices don't matter. Characters felt like they flip-flopped a lot, and a major story decision at the end relies purely on Clem's three flashback scenes (that don't relate to the current moment).
Oof, The Walking Dead: A New Frontier was a disappointment. Javier's a decent enough main character, but the story's predictable, and some of the new people are just annoying. There's less focus on Clementine, and it honestly feels like Telltale was just milking the franchise at this point. It's got some decent moments, but it's a step down from earlier seasons, and if you're new to the series, I'd start with the first game instead.