description Corruption Overview
Corruption is a text-based thriller interactive fiction game released in 1988 by Magnetic Scrolls. Set in the City of London, the narrative places the player in the role of a stockbroker who uncovers a complex financial fraud. The game is notable for its focus on thriller and corporate espionage tropes, contrasting with the fantasy themes common in earlier text adventures. It utilizes a sophisticated text parser for which Magnetic Scrolls was well-known, appealing to fans of classic, puzzle-heavy interactive fiction.
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Corruption ranks #73 of 135 in the Text Adventure ranking, behind Jinxter, ahead of Bureaucracy.
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Which company published the text adventure game Corruption?
Corruption is a text-based thriller game released in 1988 by the British developer Magnetic Scrolls. It was released for popular home computers like the Amiga, Atari ST, and DOS.
What is the plot of Magnetic Scrolls' Corruption?
Set in the City of London, the narrative places the player in the role of a stockbroker. Upon waking up with amnesia, the player quickly uncovers a complex web of financial fraud and corporate blackmail.
What genre does the game Corruption belong to?
Unlike many fantasy text adventures of the era, Corruption is strictly focused on thriller and corporate espionage themes. It is a grounded mystery that requires the player to navigate real-world high-stakes finance.
Does Corruption include any physical extras in its packaging?
Yes, as was typical for Magnetic Scrolls games, the original release came packaged with physical 'feelies.' These included items like a map of London, a fake ID card, and a cassette tape to help with copy protection and immersion.
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