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IGN reviews The Penal Zone 06 Apr, 2010 / 5 comments

There have already been a few write-ups on the iPad version of Sam & Max from the device's early adopters, but this review by IGN is the first for the game's anticipated and technically superior PC version. Giving the episode a 7.2, they found The Penal Zone good with some reservations:

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As an introduction to the season, The Penal Zone does a good job of setting the stage for more zaniness to come. Unfortunately, the story elements here are a bit thin but at least the episode focuses on one truly interesting new character in the cast. The send ups of the classic paranormal shows and movies are starting to ramp up and promise to deliver even more as the season progresses.



We'll keep you apprised on all the latest reviews of Sam & Max: The Devil's Playhouse as they materialize, along with our own take in the hopefully near future. And of course, you've only to wait until April 15th before you can judge the game for yourself.

Source: IGN

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    tfarr on 06 Apr, 2010, 14:43…
    So far, I'm really enjoying this first episode on the iPad! The controls feel great, the story is wacky, and the jokes are spot-on.

    I hope Telltale continues to release their titles on the App Store!
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    Sp0tted on 06 Apr, 2010, 13:25…
    I'll admit I have my reservations about this season, based on the "sci-fi" theme for the first episode....

    However, I've learned long ago to trust Telltale, and, of course, to never expect a normal Sam and Max game.
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    The Tingler on 06 Apr, 2010, 11:44…
    How come IGN (of all places) was allowed to review it early?
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    Kroms on 06 Apr, 2010, 06:19…
    Meh. I trust IGN's reviews as much as I trust a Nigerian prince asking me for money. Maligning a video game of all things for being thin on story - especially in the first of five episodes - and criticizing a point and click (or click and drag) adventure game for its gameplay, even though it introduced new elements, is just weird.

    I also still can't believe they're complaining about 3-4 hours length. Seriously, IGN.
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    Capn_Nacho on 06 Apr, 2010, 04:51…
    While I'm now wary that the new season doesn't quite maintain the previous S&M series' tendency to favor individual episodic stories, the new details and high-res screenshots from this review are pretty exciting. I can't wait!

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