• Studio: Lucasfilm Games
  • Design: Ron Gilbert,Gary Winnick
  • Music: Chris Grigg,David Lawrence,David Warhol,George Sanger,David Hayes
  • This Game is: 38 years old / 1987
  • Console: Nintendo Entertainment System
  • Manual: View PDF
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Description

"Maniac Mansion revolutionized the gaming world in 1987. This graphic adventure game, developed and published by Lucasfilm Games, launched their venture into video game publishing. Maniac Mansion follows protagonist Dave Miller, a brave teenager on a mission to rescue his girlfriend from the clutches of a mad scientist. This narrative is wonderfully woven with elements of horror, humor, and a sentient meteor controlling the mansion's residents. The game's unique point-and-click interface, which was an innovative leap from the text parser-based adventure games of the time, sets it apart. Its captivating graphics, cutscenes, animation, and humor have garnered critical acclaim. This game's influence is evident in numerous other titles, and its legacy has led to fan-created remakes and even a TV series. Maniac Mansion is not just a game; it's a trip down memory lane that every retro game enthusiast must embark on.

Game Controls

Game Controls (if applicable):"Maniac Mansion utilizes a point-and-click interface. Players can select from fifteen different commands including 'walk to', 'new kid', and 'pick up'. Each character has unique abilities that influence gameplay and puzzle-solving.

Q
(Eject)
E
(Swap Disks)
Enter
(Start)
Z
(A)
X
(B)
V
(Select)