TellTale

Telltale is a word with multiple uses in English. As an adjective, telltale (often written as tell-tale or telltale) describes something that reveals or betrays something hidden, such as a telltale sign or telltale evidence. The term is widely used in everyday language to refer to clues or indicators that disclose the truth.

Telltale Games refers to a video game developer and publisher known for narrative-driven, episodic adventure games. The company was founded in 2004 in California by Dan Connors, Mark Darin, and Kevin Bruner. It gained recognition for allows players to influence story outcomes through choices, with notable titles including The Walking Dead (seasonal releases starting in 2012), The Wolf Among Us (2013–2014), Tales from the Borderlands (2014), and Batman: The Telltale Series (2016). The studio pioneered a structure that released games in episodes, emphasizing cinematic presentation and branching narratives. In 2018 the company faced financial difficulties and entered bankruptcy proceedings.

Following the bankruptcy, the remaining assets and IP were acquired by LCG Entertainment, and the studio was reformed under the Telltale Games banner. The revival focused on continuing episodic storytelling and completing previously announced projects. The Walking Dead: The Final Season was released with involvement from Skybound Entertainment, and the company has announced ongoing work on new projects linked to established franchises as well as new properties. As a result, the Telltale brand remains associated with narrative-driven interactive storytelling in video games.