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Posted August 29, 2023
Greetings, traveler! Take this moment and relax within the cozy ambiance of our tavern. You see, you’ve come during the Autumn Sale season and you look like quite an adventurous type. Let us regale you with tales of grand journeys and thrilling quests that await you in the realm of adventure video games. There’s so many uncharted lands to discover, enigmatic riddles to solve, and formidable foes to battle. Allow us to introduce you to some of them and then, feel free to pick the adventures that interest you the most. We could use a hero like you.

Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice (-85%)
Immerse yourself in a hauntingly beautiful world as you accompany the fierce warrior Senua on her treacherous quest to save the soul of her loved one. Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice is more than a game; it's a visceral experience that delves deep into Norse mythology, mental struggles, and breathtaking visuals. Prepare to face your own fears as you navigate through an intricately woven tapestry of challenges that push the boundaries of your perception.



Pillars of Eternity: Definitive Edition (-75%)
Embark on an odyssey of high fantasy in Pillars of Eternity. As you tread through a richly detailed universe, your choices reverberate across a narrative that molds itself around your decisions. Engage in strategic combat, solve intricate puzzles, and unravel the mysteries of a world teetering on the brink of chaos. Every step you take and every ally you befriend shapes the destiny of this enthralling realm.



Tomb Raider: Anniversary (-89%)
Ah, the legend herself, Lara Croft, beckons you to relive her iconic adventure in Tomb Raider: Anniversary. Reimagined with modern graphics and gameplay, this classic tale of exploration, danger, and discovery unfolds before you. Venture into long-forgotten tombs, solve intricate puzzles, and escape death's clutches by a hair's breadth. With every leap, every swing, you'll feel the thrill of a true adventurer coursing through your veins.



STAR WARS™: Knights of the Old Republic (-65%)
A galaxy far, far away awaits your exploration in STAR WARS™: Knights of the Old Republic. Become the hero—or villain—of your own Star Wars saga as you navigate the complex web of the Force, loyalty, and destiny. Craft your own lightsaber, forge alliances, and make pivotal choices that shape the course of the entire galaxy. May the choices you make lead you to the path that you believe in.




The Curse of Monkey Island™ (-65%)
If laughter is your compass, then The Curse of Monkey Island™ is your destination. Set sail on a whimsical voyage with Guybrush Threepwood, the charmingly inept pirate wannabe. Packed with witty humor, clever puzzles, and unforgettable characters, this point & click adventure is a timeless gem that promises a hearty dose of merriment along with its swashbuckling escapades.



Dear adventurer, these are not mere entertainment; they are invitations to explore uncharted territories, embrace the unknown, and redefine your limits.

As the sun dips below the horizon and the embers of the hearth dance in the cool evening breeze, take a moment to envision yourself as the hero of these extraordinary tales. The adventure begins with a single click, and within these virtual realms, you'll forge memories that will linger long after the final quest is completed. Are you ready to become the legend you were born to be? Your new quest awaits within the Autumn Sale.
Posted August 29, 2023
A few interesting choices...... one makes me wonder if Rise and Shadow of the Tomb Raider will make it here to complete the series (Not counting the overhead Lara Croft games of course).
Posted August 29, 2023
I just can't read the word "adventurer" without thinking of Viva la Dirt League and Greg the Garlic Farmer.
Posted August 29, 2023
For GOG, almost everything's an adventure.

The games listed in this thread are allready in my collection, as usual :)


How about adding two new Tomb Raider games to this list. Yes GOG, you know the ones I refer to.
Already got them for free on Epic, but I would not mind to spend a few bucks to get them here.
Posted August 29, 2023
I see GOG is doubling down on calling just about anything an "adventure" game. I thought it's just one of the many quirks of the completely messed up tags in the store, but I see now that apparently to GOG's employees like KOTOR really are "adventure" games.

Honestly the way GOG uses it, the term has completely lost all meaning.
Posted August 29, 2023
who know Maybe we will get here during this sale rise and shadow of the tomb raider or uncharted!
Posted August 29, 2023
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sergeant_citrus: I just can't read the word "adventurer" without thinking of Viva la Dirt League and Greg the Garlic Farmer.
G'mornin'. Nice day for fishing, ain't it? Huha.
Posted August 29, 2023
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sergeant_citrus: I just can't read the word "adventurer" without thinking of Viva la Dirt League and Greg the Garlic Farmer.
It seems like the word "adventurer" has become strongly associated with Viva la Dirt League's character Greg the Garlic Farmer. The humorous portrayal of Greg's unexpected transformation into an adventurer has left a lasting impression on your interpretation of the word.
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mohamad4321: Who knows Maybe we will get here during this sale rise and shadow of the tomb raider or uncharted!
It's possible that games like "Rise and Shadow of the Tomb Raider" or "Uncharted" might be available during the current sale. Keep an eye out for these titles and similar adventure games.
Post edited August 29, 2023 by Amy1133
Posted August 29, 2023
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sergeant_citrus: I just can't read the word "adventurer" without thinking of Viva la Dirt League and Greg the Garlic Farmer.
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Amy1133: It seems like the word "adventurer" has become strongly associated with Viva la Dirt League's character Greg the Garlic Farmer. The humorous portrayal of Greg's unexpected transformation into an adventurer has left a lasting impression on your interpretation of the word.
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mohamad4321: Who knows Maybe we will get here during this sale rise and shadow of the tomb raider or uncharted!
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Amy1133: It's possible that games like "Rise and Shadow of the Tomb Raider" or "Uncharted" might be available during the current sale. Keep an eye out for these titles and similar adventure games.
I really hope that oh my god please!
Posted August 29, 2023
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sergeant_citrus: I just can't read the word "adventurer" without thinking of Viva la Dirt League and Greg the Garlic Farmer.
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WinterSnowfall: G'mornin'. Nice day for fishing, ain't it? Huha.
For the peace of the kingdom!
Posted August 30, 2023
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Breja: I see GOG is doubling down on calling just about anything an "adventure" game. I thought it's just one of the many quirks of the completely messed up tags in the store, but I see now that apparently to GOG's employees like KOTOR really are "adventure" games.

Honestly the way GOG uses it, the term has completely lost all meaning.
It's definitely not just GOG. For anyone who wasn't into PC gaming prior to the early '00s (by which time the traditional PC "adventure" game genre had largely become irrelevant in the mainstream of PC gaming -- at least in North America -- and had never really been a thing on consoles), adventure tends to mean pretty much what it has come to mean as a film genre: visiting various (often exotic) locations and buckling any swashes that need it.

Frankly, a lot of so-called "adventure" games aren't really very "adventuresome" (in that Indiana Jones sense) in story, setting, themes and/or gameplay. Detective, problem-solving or, in some cases, just good old puzzle would often be more fitting genre tags for at least a significant minority of such games. And there seems to be plenty by now with minimal puzzle elements that are really more exploration or conversation games than anything else.
Posted August 30, 2023
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Breja: I see GOG is doubling down on calling just about anything an "adventure" game. I thought it's just one of the many quirks of the completely messed up tags in the store, but I see now that apparently to GOG's employees like KOTOR really are "adventure" games.

Honestly the way GOG uses it, the term has completely lost all meaning.
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HunchBluntley: It's definitely not just GOG. For anyone who wasn't into PC gaming prior to the early '00s (by which time the traditional PC "adventure" game genre had largely become irrelevant in the mainstream of PC gaming -- at least in North America -- and had never really been a thing on consoles), adventure tends to mean pretty much what it has come to mean as a film genre: visiting various (often exotic) locations and buckling any swashes that need it.
The thing is, unlike with movies, used this way with games the genre can be applied to almost everything, as this here sale proves. A category that includes The Witcher, Tomb Raider and Grim Fandango is vague and nebulous there's no point in using it.

I know the name "adventure game" for those puzzle focused titles was always something a misnomer, but at least applied in the "classic" way it surved a purpose by describing a distinct type of game.
Posted August 31, 2023
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Breja: [...] A category that includes The Witcher, Tomb Raider and Grim Fandango [...]
Well, that's because they're trying to use the term both ways at once. That just compounds the problem of different people trying to use a single term in (at least) two different ways.

This is one of the terminological problems that arises because we (the video-game-playing public) don't bother to make a distinction between -- on the one hand -- genre related to setting, tone, themes and plot (which should, theoretically, be able to be pretty much any of the same variety possible in the various other entertainment media), and -- on the other hand -- gameplay genre, which is obviously a unique facet relative to other media. So if a term that already existed as a genre description in older media winds up getting standardized as a gameplay descriptor in VG, it's inevitable that the two should start to come into conflict at some point.
Posted August 31, 2023
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Breja: [...] A category that includes The Witcher, Tomb Raider and Grim Fandango [...]
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HunchBluntley: Well, that's because they're trying to use the term both ways at once. That just compounds the problem of different people trying to use a single term in (at least) two different ways.

This is one of the terminological problems that arises because we (the video-game-playing public) don't bother to make a distinction between -- on the one hand -- genre related to setting, tone, themes and plot (which should, theoretically, be able to be pretty much any of the same variety possible in the various other entertainment media), and -- on the other hand -- gameplay genre, which is obviously a unique facet relative to other media. So if a term that already existed as a genre description in older media winds up getting standardized as a gameplay descriptor in VG, it's inevitable that the two should start to come into conflict at some point.
But even if you ignore the classic adventure-means-puzzles games from the list here, just remove them outright, you still have games that have nothing in common, in ot just gameplay but also "setting, tone, themes and plot", like Neverwinter Nights and Rayman and Deadly Premonition all dumped together. So the real problem is not that there are two conflicting definitions, it's that unlike with movies (or at least more so than with movies), an overwhelming majority of all games can be described as "adventure" by the "film genre" definition. There are very few games that don't have the player embark on some kind of "adventure". Applied to games this definition is just to broad to be usefull. It's next to meaningless.
Post edited August 31, 2023 by Breja
Posted August 31, 2023
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Breja: [...] A category that includes The Witcher, Tomb Raider and Grim Fandango [...]
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HunchBluntley: Well, that's because they're trying to use the term both ways at once. That just compounds the problem of different people trying to use a single term in (at least) two different ways.

This is one of the terminological problems that arises because we (the video-game-playing public) don't bother to make a distinction between -- on the one hand -- genre related to setting, tone, themes and plot (which should, theoretically, be able to be pretty much any of the same variety possible in the various other entertainment media), and -- on the other hand -- gameplay genre, which is obviously a unique facet relative to other media. So if a term that already existed as a genre description in older media winds up getting standardized as a gameplay descriptor in VG, it's inevitable that the two should start to come into conflict at some point.
It's no different than how practically everything is an RPG and saying that, both Pillars of Eternity and Knights of the Old Republic are still considered RPGs.
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