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Grim Fandango Puzzle Document (1996) [pdf]

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  1. fredrikholm · · focus · HN ↗
    I found Grim Fandango in a pile of discounted games as a tween in the 2000s. There was a cool skeleton in a suit on the front cover, so I bought it based on that.

    Even though I didn't understand most references and sarcasm, few games have grabbed my attention as Grim Fandango did. The art work, the music, the writing. The whole game oozes of style that I've never seen replicated.

    Even some 20+ years later I can almost recite most of Act I from heart. If you haven't played this game and like adventure games, this is one of the best.

    Thank you for linking OP, this made my morning.

    1. DanielHB · · focus · HN ↗
      I remember playing it back in the day and I was severely unimpressed. Compared to Full Throttle it just felt clunky and the 3d art wasn't nearly as good as the amazing pixel art. I ended up never finishing it.
      1. Razengan · · focus · HN ↗
        You're missing out; give the Remastered/Extended/whatever edition a try
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