Telltale Games are best known for their video game adaptations of popular series like The Walking Dead and Batman. That being said, there’s one hit sitcom that could take gaming to the next level: Frasier. Who doesn’t love the story of Frasier Crane? The divorced psychiatrist turned radio host won the hearts of many over the years (he first appeared on Cheers), and his family is just as eccentric.
Just look at the image below (made by @NormsResepcter), and tell me you wouldn’t want to play Frasier: The Telltale Series!
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I know that I certainly would. After all, Frasier has universal appeal since he not only is beloved by TV audiences of the 80s and 90s, but also millennials. As @VK_HM brilliantly pointed on on Twitter, he’s “so popular with millennials [because] he basically hosts a podcast and is always alone.” I can’t relate to being a superhero that saves the lives of many innocent people, but I certainly can see myself sad and lonely!
Not only is it a nostalgia hit, it also would feel distinctly different from any of Telltale Games’ other offerings. Even with the more lighthearted Guardians of the Galaxy, there was plenty of drama. With Frasier, they could focus more on delivering zingers than killing off characters (although maybe it is time for Niles to meet his maker).
Anyhow, here are some other series that’d be a great fit for a Telltale-style episodic game:
What would you like to see in a Frasier video game? Should Niles Crane actually be the playable character? Should an entire episode just focus on Eddie, the show’s adorable Jack Russell terrier? Let us know what you think in the comments below.
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10 Properties That Telltale Games Should Work On
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Animal Man
While Animal Man might not be DC's most popular superhero, he is one of the most interesting. Over the years, the series has touched on a lot of more mature themes than most comic books do. The series seems like a great fit for a game due to its psychedelic art style, and that Buddy Baker's ability to borrow the skills of animals seems perfect for some unique puzzle solving.
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Bioshock
Bioshock has one of the most unique worlds ever conceived in a video game. An episodic series showing off more parts of the world, and additional cities, could be fantastic.
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Dragon Ball
While the battle heavy Dragon Ball Z is more popular, Dragon Ball would be a better fit for Telltale. The series that stars Goku as a kid was much more light hearted, and focused on humorous situations. With nostalgia at an all-time high, this would be a great time to give Dragon Ball fans something more substantial than a fighting game.
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Arrested Development
Since the actors' busy schedules has delayed a possible season 5, maybe a video game adaptation could fill the void. Few shows have as many memorable characters as Arrested Development, and who wouldn't want to play a game that focused on Franklin's aspiring musical career?
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Metal Gear Solid
If there were any complaints about Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain it was the lack of story. So, if anyone is going to continue making Metal Gear games, then why not have the storytelling masterminds at Telltale do it? There is still an exciting universe to flesh out, so Telltale could take the series in some new, fresh directions.
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Uncharted
If we're going to get anymore Uncharted adventures after Uncharted 4, then they probably shouldn't be by Naughty Dog. Considering that the mediocre shooting has always been the series' main issue, a Telltale developed game that focused on storytelling and puzzle solving could do wonders for keeping the series relevant. An episodic adventure starring a young Victor Sullivan going on different escapades? Sign me up.
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Scream
If Until Dawn taught us anything, it was that the horror genre has untapped potential. The Scream series, with its unique mixture of humor and jump scares, seems like it would be a natural fit. And we trust that Telltale could make something really special.
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Star Trek: The Next Generation
Not only is Star Trek: The Next Generation the best television series ever, it would work great as an episodic video game. Most of the memorable moments were not space battles, rather the series focused on moral dilemmas, and tough choices. That seems a lot like what Telltale's strong suits are!
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The Simpsons
LEGO Dimensions was a great reminder that there hasn't been a Simpsons game in quite some time. Telltale has comedy writing chops, and they might be able to write some interactive episodes that would be better than the show itself. Throw in how many great characters there are, and there could be countless episodes.
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WWE
There are a lot aspects of sports that don't get touched upon in video games. There are even more aspects in sports entertainment that gets ignored. A choice driven game where you are a WWE booker or GM could be endlessly fascinating. Especially with how crazy matches and storylines can get.
Just think, Cesaro could finally get that push he deserves.