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Moving Pixels Podcast: The Paths Not Taken in 'The Walking Dead'

The new episode of The Walking Dead suggests that, perhaps, we have less control over the outcomes of this game known now for its commitment to player choice. We consider this week what the impact of losing control is on the player's experience.

The new episode of The Walking Dead suggests that, perhaps, we have less control over the outcomes of this game known now for its commitment to player choice.  We consider this week what the impact of losing control is on the player’s experience.



  
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Our podcast contributors:


G. Christopher Williams is the Multimedia Editor at PopMatters.com. You can find his weekly updates featured at the Neuromance blog.


Nick Dinicola is also a regular contributor to the Moving Pixels blog and appears regularly on the Game Hounds podcast.


Jorge Albor is a contributor to the Moving Pixels blog at PopMatters.com.  You can also find his writing and podcasts at ExperiencePoints.net.

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