Day of the Tentacle Remastered
by Double Fine Productions, Shiny Shoe
The Developer Says...
Originally released by LucasArts in 1993 as a sequel to Ron Gilbert’s ground breaking Maniac Mansion, Day of the Tentacle is back in a remastered edition that features all new hand-drawn, high resolution artwork, with remastered audio, music and sound effects.
Keywords
Point & Click
Time Travel
Puzzle Adventure
Cartoon Logic
Singleplayer
Comedy
Cult Classic
Players Like...
❤ Gameplay Mechanics
Ability to seamlessly switch between the original 1993 graphics/audio and the remastered version, allowing players to experience the game in their preferred style.
Unique time travel mechanic that has players controlling three different characters in separate eras, with actions in one timeline affecting the others.
Inventory-based puzzles that encourage experimentation and creative problem-solving, often with unexpected or humorous solutions.
❤ Narrative and Storytelling
Absurd and comedic plot centered around stopping a power-hungry, mutant tentacle from taking over the world, featuring eccentric characters like the mad scientist Dr. Fred.
Clever integration of time travel elements into the narrative, leading to amusing situations as the three protagonists try to coordinate their efforts across the centuries.
Numerous references to 1990s pop culture that resonate with veteran players and provide additional context for newcomers.
❤ Legacy and Nostalgia
Regarded as a seminal work in the point-and-click adventure genre, with a loyal fanbase that has eagerly awaited this remastered release.
Opportunity for both new and returning players to experience a beloved classic, with the option to switch between the original and updated versions.
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