Thimbleweed Park™
by Terrible Toybox
The Developer Says...
In Thimbleweed Park, a dead body is the least of your problems. Switch between five playable characters to uncover the surreal secrets of this strange town in a modern mystery adventure game from the creators of Monkey Island and Maniac Mansion. The deeper you go, the weirder it gets.
Keywords
Point & Click
Puzzle Solving
Multiple Characters
Neo-Noir Mystery
1980s Setting
Comedic Elements
Interactive Story
Players Like...
❤ Gameplay
The puzzles are satisfyingly challenging, requiring logical thinking and experimentation to solve, without ever feeling unfairly obtuse or illogical
Players can seamlessly switch between the five playable characters, each with their own motivations and abilities, to tackle multi-part puzzles from different angles
The open-ended exploration of Thimbleweed Park's strange locales, enabled by a convenient fast-travel map, allows players to uncover solutions at their own pace without being forced to consult guides
❤ Story and Characters
The central mystery narrative subverts expectations, leading players down a twisty, unpredictable path filled with unexpected revelations about the town's dark past and the characters' connections
The quirky, well-written cast, each with their own distinct personalities and voice acting, engage in frequent humorous banter and interactions that flesh out their motivations
The density of the dialogue, packed with a steady stream of clever, well-timed jokes, encourages players to thoroughly explore conversations for comedic payoffs
❤ Atmosphere and Design
The pixel art style and soundtrack evoke a strong sense of nostalgia for the point-and-click adventure games of the 1980s and 90s
The offbeat, unsettling atmosphere of the rundown, forgotten town of Thimbleweed Park, with its haunted hotel, abandoned circus, and other bizarre locales, creates an immersive, unsettling backdrop for the mystery
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