Many of the basic gameplay mechanics from previous Telltale titles remain unchanged in Iron From Ice. The character switching has the potential for some excellent dramatic irony. As another example, a grisly scene witnessed by Gared may make players think twice about negotiating with the violent sadist Ramsay Snow. If Mira fails to receive aid from the King, for example, players may opt to fortify the defenses at their seat of power in Ironwrath as Ethan. This character-switching dynamic works very well, because players can make informed decisions with each character based on the events that transpire with the others. Someone new to the series will not know the implications of the Red Wedding, for example, or why the Frey household is a den of rat-faced scum and villains. ![]() ![]() There are volumes of families and houses, allegiances, betrayals, and histories that shape the backstory. This carries over into the television program and Telltales's game. The human and political elements drives the plot and conflict in the Song of Ice and Fire series of books, with the fantasy elements flavoring the story rather than playing a critical role. I reviewed the PC game, but the title is also available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, last-generation consoles, and mobile devices. Despite a few visual hiccups and muddy decision-making, there is great potential in Telltale's interpretation of the Game of Thrones world. There is an obvious history and weight to the events leading up to the start of Iron From Ice that can be intimidating for newcomers, but the crux of the conflict is more centralized and concise. The realm of Westeros is cruel and harsh, and very little is sacred when nobility and madmen make a move for power. Telltale Games's Game of Thrones ($29.99 for the entire six-part episodic release) parallels the HBO show all too well, establishing some tenets that fans of the series have long since come to embrace.
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