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Day of the Tentacle Remastered

Xbox One, PlayStation Vita, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, iOS, Mac, PlayStation 4 • 2016

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Quick resume

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.

Global score

97/100

Genres

Adventure, Point-and-click, Puzzle

Pros

  • Faithful and well-done remaster with option to switch between original and updated graphics
  • Humorous and imaginative story with memorable characters
  • Clever and engaging puzzles involving time travel mechanics
  • Includes original maniac mansion game as bonus
  • Improved interface and quality of life features

Cons

  • Some puzzles rely on obscure or 'moon logic' solutions
  • Voice acting quality varies and may feel dated
  • Lack of multiplayer or social features
  • Limited customization and expression options
  • Some minor technical issues reported

Motivations

  • Autonomy
    4

    "Players control three characters independently across different time periods, solving puzzles with freedom to explore and experiment."

  • Competence
    4

    "The game features challenging and clever puzzles requiring problem-solving skills and logical thinking."

  • Competition
    -4

    "Focus is on individual puzzle solving and story progression without competitive elements or player comparison."

  • Continuation
    3

    "Players often engage in long sessions to solve puzzles and complete the story, with some replay value due to multiple solutions."

  • Cooperation
    2

    "Players manage three characters who must work together across timelines, but this is a single-player experience without multiplayer cooperation."

  • Creativity
    3

    "Players creatively combine items and use time travel mechanics to solve puzzles, encouraging experimentation within the game's framework."

  • Domination
    -5

    "The game emphasizes equal participation of characters and collaborative problem solving without exerting control over others."

  • Escapism
    4

    "The humorous, imaginative story and time travel setting provide a strong escape from real life."

  • Expectation
    -4

    "Players engage voluntarily driven by intrinsic interest and nostalgia rather than obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting
    4

    "The game encourages trying different item combinations and exploring multiple timelines to solve puzzles."

  • Exploration
    3

    "Players explore different time periods and environments within the mansion, discovering new areas and secrets."

  • Expression
    -3

    "Customization is minimal; players interact with predefined characters and environments without personal modification."

  • Fantasy
    5

    "The game features a whimsical, cartoonish story with time travel and absurd scenarios, embodying imaginative fiction."

  • Fellowship
    -4

    "The experience is primarily single-player with limited social interaction or community involvement."

  • Growth
    3

    "Players develop problem-solving skills and learn puzzle solutions, with some cognitive challenge and personal development."

  • Health
    -5

    "The game is sedentary with no physical activity involved."

  • Idle
    -4

    "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement to solve puzzles and progress."

  • Intimacy
    -5

    "Social interactions are limited to scripted character dialogues without forming close relationships."

  • Leadership
    -4

    "Players follow a set narrative and puzzle structure without leading others or managing groups."

  • Progression
    3

    "Players collect and use items to progress through puzzles and story, with inventory management."

  • Relaxation
    3

    "The humorous tone and balanced puzzle difficulty provide a relaxing and enjoyable flow experience."

  • Sensation
    3

    "Bright, colorful cartoon graphics and remastered audio provide pleasant sensory stimulation."

  • Status
    -5

    "Achievements exist but social recognition or popularity is not a core motivator."

  • Story
    5

    "Strong narrative immersion with engaging characters, humor, and a time travel plot."

  • Strategy
    4

    "Players must use logic and planning to solve complex puzzles involving multiple timelines and item exchanges."

  • Thrill
    -3

    "The game has low risk and minimal suspense, focusing on humor and puzzle solving rather than thrill."

  • Value
    4

    "Players perceive good value from the remaster including added features, improved graphics, and inclusion of the original game."

  • Violence
    -5

    "The game emphasizes puzzle solving and humor with no violent or destructive gameplay."

  • Survival
    -5

    "No survival or threat mechanics; the game is low risk and stable throughout."

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