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Bureaucracy is a comedy text adventure published by Infocom in 1987, designed in collaboration with author Douglas Adams. The game satirizes the frustrations of dealing with modern administrative systems, tasking the player with navigating a simple change-of-address form that spirals into an absurd ordeal. A distinguishing gameplay mechanic involves a hidden "blood pressure" system, where player errors or bureaucratic annoyances gradually increase stress until the character suffers a fatal heart attack. It is intended for players who enjoy satirical humor and classic interactive fiction.
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Bureaucracy ranks #73 of 135 in the Text Adventure ranking, behind Jinxter, ahead of Corruption.
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Who designed the text adventure game Bureaucracy?
Bureaucracy is a comedy text adventure published by Infocom in 1987. It was famously designed in collaboration with 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' author Douglas Adams.
What is the main objective of the game Bureaucracy?
The game satirizes modern administrative systems by tasking the player with a seemingly simple goal: filling out a change-of-address form. Naturally, this mundane task spirals into an absurd and frustrating nightmare.
Does Bureaucracy feature any unique gameplay mechanics?
Yes, the game features a 'blood pressure' meter that tracks the player character's stress levels. If the player encounters too much bureaucratic red tape and frustration, their blood pressure will rise, eventually causing a fatal heart attack.
How was Bureaucracy released to the public?
Infocom released the game across numerous home computer platforms of the era, including the Commodore 64 and Apple II. It was notably one of the few Infocom games not categorized into their traditional mystery or sci-fi genres.
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