Versailles 1685 (1996)

Developer: Cryo Interactive
Publisher: Réunion des Musées Nationaux, Canal+ Multimédia
Platforms: PlayStation
Genres: Puzzle, Adventure

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How it feels

A measured, mind-engaging stroll through a meticulously recreated historical court where solving puzzles and piecing together a quiet conspiracy matters more than action or thrills.

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About

Stop a conspiracy to sabotage Louis XIV's rule, as you explore and adventure your way through 1685 Versailles. The game was a commercial success, with sales of 500,000 units in Europe alone by 2000.

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