The Wolf Among Us: Episode 5 - Cry Wolf

1. AuldWolf

   Jul 11, 2014

   10

   I thought The Walking Dead was okay, but it was a clumsily-handled, belaboured tale of humans as monsters against the backdrop of a zombieI thought The Walking Dead was okay, but it was a clumsily-handled, belaboured tale of humans as monsters against the backdrop of a zombie apocalypse. It's not like that hasn't been done a million times before -- and better, quite honestly. The Wolf Among Us is a very different premise -- it's monsters as humans, their trials and tribulations as they find their way in our world, whilst dealing with dangers of their own.
   
   Bigby isn't the most eloquent protagonist to ever grace your ears with his gruff words, but that doesn't stop the overall story from start to finish from being an elegant one, proficiently told. Gripping, chilling, intelligent, and genuinely mature (as in, thinking, not boobies, since I know that word can go both ways). It has a sublime subtlety to it all that requires an observant watcher to catch all of its little tricks. It's clever, and it knows it, too. And it's of a tone and calibre that we don't see very often. It's a thriller, which isn't to say that it's a horror game, it isn't, it's something much smarter than that.
   
   It definitely isn't for everyone, and I feel that there's something of a deceit in the gore of the murders, since this isn't The Walking Dead. It's going to bore people of... a certain inclination, as it has no explosions, guns don't play a particularly large role, and it can be somewhat out there, for lack of a better term.
   
   Further, it doesn't fall into the pseudo-intellectual trap of being melancholy and without hope, for it's neither of those things. It's gritty, and it's so very real, and it's human, but there are no lost causes. Which isn't to say that thanks to the advanced system of choice and consequence in place you can't make lost causes, you absolutely can, but those aren't forced on you. And personally, I didn't choose to make them throughout my story, either. My tale was one of gazing into the darkness of life -- the greed, the xenophobia, the unabashed and shameless pursuit of self preservation -- but being pulled back from the precipice before slipping in by ethics, empathy, and compassion.
   
   For monsters, they can indeed be very human, in the best possible use of the word. And that's what makes Biby a great character, his supporting cast so engaging and compelling, and the whole experience so very enthralling, right up until the close of the last act.
   
   If you are so inclined, you won't be disappointed. Between The Walking Dead and the Wolf Among Us, I'd pick the latter every time. After all, it is quite wolfamongous.… Expand

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2. adhamhany

   Jul 21, 2014

   10

   This is, beyond a doubt, the best episode of the entire series. The many mysteries of the murder case are discovered, with a very interestingThis is, beyond a doubt, the best episode of the entire series. The many mysteries of the murder case are discovered, with a very interesting cliffhanger in the end.
   
   The spooky atmosphere is more present than the previous installments, particularly leading to the fight between Bigby Wolf and Bloody Mary. And that fight between them is truly exciting. There's more action in this part than the previous four.
   
   The directing of the fight and chase scenes is brilliant, as well as the voice acting, which really gave a great level of depth to the characters. And all thanks to Bill Willingham for the Fable comics and these characters and this world he built.
   
   All these things, along with the beautiful visuals and coloring, and the terrific soundtrack, have helped to create a gaming experience that i enjoyed more than any other in a very long time. Fantastic job, Telltale Games.… Expand

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4. BanksyIsKing

   Sep 4, 2014

   10

   Telltale games does it again! amazing game full of twists and turns, the decisions sadly make minimal impact on the game, however everyTelltale games does it again! amazing game full of twists and turns, the decisions sadly make minimal impact on the game, however every decision will change a fables view on you. Feels almost like Infamous, you can go 2 roads good or the big bad wolf. Needless to say i was a pretty good guy… Expand

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5. Meshen

   Jul 17, 2014

   9

   I'll keep my thoughts to a minimum so as to avoid spoilers, but the whole of The Wolf Among Us was a great ride, with this final episodeI'll keep my thoughts to a minimum so as to avoid spoilers, but the whole of The Wolf Among Us was a great ride, with this final episode providing some very satisfying answers, with a great little twist to boot. Get it!… Expand

   • 0 of 0 users found this helpful
6. LTR

   Jul 14, 2014

   9

   A great end to a great game series. The story is fantastic, the characters are very interesting and this has one of the best and interestingA great end to a great game series. The story is fantastic, the characters are very interesting and this has one of the best and interesting endings of all time.… Expand

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7. Dewnis

   Jul 10, 2014

   9

   Last episode of the first season of the wolf among us. Will there be a second season? Of course there will.
   
   Be the big bad wolf or earn theLast episode of the first season of the wolf among us. Will there be a second season? Of course there will.
   
   Be the big bad wolf or earn the respect of the people? All i can say is OOOOH Plot twist.… Expand

   • 1 of 1 users found this helpful
8. ThestompingLand

   Jul 9, 2014

   4

   I don't like this game; no where does it compare to twd s1. All these users are saying "it's better than twd" no it's not, for severalI don't like this game; no where does it compare to twd s1. All these users are saying "it's better than twd" no it's not, for several reasons. This episode had the murderer reveled and the way they did it was incredibly boring I was expecting you to find the murderer through clues but you don't. Any deaths are honestly too easy. I recommend twau to those who like Noir games but to anyone else.... Its kind of a hit and miss for me.… Expand

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