Genre: Graphic Adventure
Developer: Take-Two Interactive
Publisher: GameTek
Year: 1995
Platform: MS-DOS, Windows
Bureau 13 is a graphic adventure game developed by Take-Two Interactive and published by GameTek in 1995 for MS-DOS and Microsoft Windows platforms. The game is based on the role-playing game system Bureau 13: Stalking the Night Fantastic created by Richard Tucholka and originally published by Tri Tac Games. In the game, players control two agents from a secret government organization tasked with investigating and neutralizing paranormal threats.
The gameplay involves selecting two agents from a roster of six, each with unique abilities such as hacking, combat, magic, and stealth. Players navigate through various locations, solving puzzles and interacting with characters to uncover the mystery behind a rogue agent’s actions. The game features a point-and-click interface, with inventory management and dialogue choices influencing the progression of the story.
Bureau 13 is noted for its replayability, as different combinations of agents and decisions can lead to multiple outcomes. The game incorporates elements of horror and satire, blending supernatural themes with a humorous tone. Despite its innovative approach, the game received mixed reviews, with some praising its concept and others criticizing its execution and interface design.
