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Batman: The Telltale Series - Episode 3: New World Order

Oct 25, 2016 10 years ago
Type Base game 2016 Genres AdventurePoint-and-click Companies Telltale Games · Publisher Follow Log in to follow

Continuing on the choices from previous two episodes, New World Order puts a spotlight on Bruce Wayne after his father's misdeeds were broadcast live on TV. The board of directors of Wayne Corporation voted to remove him as acting CEO and temporarily place none other than Oswald Cobblepot, who nobody knows is the actual Penguin, a terrorist behind the attack on the TV station, as acting CEO. Oswald seems to enjoy his new role and doesn't let Bruce leave the office gracefully.

What it’s like

This episode delivers a high-stakes political thriller wrapped in the dark aesthetic of Gotham. The narrative shifts focus to Bruce Wayne’s corporate struggle against Oswald Cobblepot, creating intense interpersonal drama and moral weight rather than superhero spectacle. The tone is gritty and tense, emphasizing the psychological toll of Batman’s dual life on his relationships with Selina Kyle and Harvey Dent. Structurally, it balances cinematic set-pieces with intimate dialogue choices that define Bruce’s character arc. Visually, the game maintains its signature comic-book style, using lighting and color to evoke a noir atmosphere. While the gameplay remains rooted in point-and-click investigation and quick-time events, the strength lies in the writing and voice acting, which bring the characters' conflicts to life with emotional resonance.

Strong in Atmosphere / MoodCharactersStory / NarrativeAudio / MusicPacingPolish / PerformanceSocial / RelationshipsVisuals / ArtWriting / Dialogue

Keep in mind The gameplay mechanics are repetitive and may feel shallow to players seeking complex interactivity or traditional action combat. Additionally, the episodic format requires commitment to previous episodes to fully appreciate the narrative continuity and character development.

AI-generated from catalog data, informed by reviews from metacritic.com, gamefaqs.gamespot.com.

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PlatformRegionTypeDate
PC (Microsoft Windows) Worldwide Full release Oct 25, 201610 years ago
PlayStation 3 Worldwide Full release Oct 25, 201610 years ago
PlayStation 4 Worldwide Full release Oct 25, 201610 years ago
Xbox 360 Worldwide Full release Oct 25, 201610 years ago
Xbox One Worldwide Full release Oct 25, 201610 years ago

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