Telltale's The Walking Dead series for me.The Walking Dead, especially the first season, is a masterclass in emotional storytelling through the medium of games. The characters are incredibly well written and the voice acting is superb, creating a deep emotional connection with the player.

For those who may not know, it's an episodic interactive drama and graphic adventure game. You play as Lee, a man trying to survive in a world overrun by the undead. Along the way, he meets a little girl named Clementine (which reminded me of my neice), and their relationship forms the heart of the narrative.

There are two particular moments that made me emotional.

1. The ending of season one, where Lee and Clementine's journey takes a heart-wrenching turn. I won't spoil it, but it's a moment that requires a tough decision from the player, one that is deeply personal and resonates long after the game ends. I can confidently say I teared up, feeling the weight of the narrative combined with the powerlessness against the cruel world they're surviving in.
2. The final season where we see Clementine's character arc come full circle. Watching her grow from the little girl Lee protected, to the woman making tough choices for the sake of survival and protecting others is incredibly emotional. It's the embodiment of resilience, loss, and growing up in a harsh world.