When I first started playing the game, I was already excited about what sort of things would be in-store for me just by watching the intro. The theme and general story-line are unique and playing the witty and somewhat depressive character, Manny Calavera, made me rethink my original opinion that Grim Fandango was just going to be a time-killer after work. You're quickly brought up to speed with your character's background and the fact the whole backdrop of the game is derived from the Mexican beliefs of the after-life makes for a fascinating and immersive world to play in. Not only is the framework of the game great, but the artwork is gorgeous too; if you're like me and you like either a totally dark, miserable game or a bright and colourful canvas, and NOWHERE in between, you'll love Grim Fandango. The puzzles along the way are as enjoyable as they are logical, and the game has mastered the balance of not inventing puzzles that are frustratingly obscure or so ridiculously easy that the player feels they've been patted on the head. All I'm going to say is download the demo and set aside half an hour, and you'll see what I mean. The only downside to Grim Fandango is that it had to end, and I was quite saddened that I'd just played and finished probably THE best adventure game I'll ever find.
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