Which South Park Episodes Do You Need To Watch Before Playing The Stick Of Truth?

Though not essential to play, Watching these episodes first will only enhance the gaming experience. GreenManGaming explains that there are three episodes that directly link to the game. 

The first one is Season 17, Episode 7 ("Black Friday.") In this episode, it's the day after Thanksgiving, and a line has been drawn between two separate groups of role-playing kids, divided by their desire for either a PlayStation 4 or Xbox One. The story then continues in Season 17, Episode 8 ("A Song of Ass and Fire,") as the boys prepare for a game-console battle that not only threatens their quest to save money but also tests the very foundation of loyalty and friendship.

The conclusion comes with Season 7, Episode 9 ("Titties and Dragons,") as the South Park Mall finally opens, allowing the masses to stampede inside. In the end, the boys have successfully gotten the Xbox One, but can't tell the difference between their previous, older Xbox model. Cartman (Trey Parker) explains to his friends that they don't need a video game to have fun; They can play outside with something as simple as a stick. 

Of course, if you want to know what happens from there, you'll need to step into the plot yourself with "Stick of Truth."