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Overview

‘Urban Runner’, released in 1996, is an interactive movie adventure game developed by Coktel Vision. The game is set in a gritty urban environment and combines live-action video with puzzle-solving gameplay. Players follow a journalist named Max Gardner, who becomes entangled in a dangerous conspiracy involving murder and deceit. As Max, players must gather evidence, solve puzzles, and navigate through a tense storyline to clear his name.

Gameplay

The game employs a point-and-click interface, typical of adventure games from that era. Players interact with environments by selecting objects and choosing dialogue options to drive the story forward. The live-action sequences add a cinematic feel, immersing players in the storyline. The gameplay primarily consists of solving inventory-based puzzles and interacting with various characters to uncover the truth.

Development and Reception

Developed by Coktel Vision, a studio known for its work on adventure games, ‘Urban Runner’ uses FMV (Full Motion Video) to provide a unique experience blending gameplay and storytelling. While the game was innovative in its use of live-action footage at the time, it received mixed reviews. Critics appreciated the atmospheric setting and ambitious use of FMV, but some noted the limitations of the technology, such as video compression and the somewhat limited interactivity compared to traditional graphic-based adventure games.

Cultural Impact

Although not a major commercial success, the game stands as a representative of the era’s experimentation with FMV in gaming. It reflects the mid-90s trend of integrating live-action elements and remains a point of interest for enthusiasts of retro gaming and FMV titles.

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