Jorge S Fernandez: "The closer that Telltale Games' episodic spin-off of Game of Thrones reaches its conclusion, the more frustrating it becomes. After four episodes, it was clearly obvious that the promise that players would make meaningful choices to shape the narrative of their own story had ultimately amounted to little, and the latest episode only cements this bitter fact; once more, the actions and fates of characters remains unavoidable, regardless of what the story may lead you to believe, and whatever subtle changes occur from the limited player input are rendered moot within minutes of each "difficult" choice that must be made."
Arriving at the penultimate episode, you wouldn’t be mistaken to expect huge thrills, a break-neck pace, and significant events to unfold as the series climbs towards its thrilling conclusion. Unfortunately for Telltale’s Game of Thrones, however, this couldn’t be any further from the truth. For all of the narrative that has escalated piece-by-piece since its debut, episode five – ‘A Nest of Vipers’, is surprisingly light in major plot developments, and leaves much to be desired when the credits begin to roll.
Scott Russell writes: "Action abounds within this Game of Thrones chapter in a fantastic panache of swords and blood, with a climactic cliff hanger that closes with distressing gasps that beg for more and more. Despite its short length, episode five culminates with strong moments of emotion, suspense and excitement, promising an even greater spectacle of consequence in its closing instalment."
JBH reviews the latest episode of Telltale's 'Game of Thrones' adventure series, 'A Nest of Vipers'.
