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Hint system

Video game concept

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Includes some form of hint system, either something that's off the game or something incorporated to the gameplay itself, such as asking advice from another character.

80
games
16
platforms
See also: tips (in case the game provides general gameplay instructions)

Related:
* Companion - a companion may give suggestions automatically after some time passes being stuck.
In case the system isn't incorporated into the gameplay itself, the hints are often literal solutions to problems rather than simple suggestions where to look for the answer or part of it.

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Games by year

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The first Hint system video game was released in 1984.

Uptown Software, Eidos Interactive, Endless Loop Studios and JoWood Productions published most of these games.

Platforms

Windows31
Linux12
Mac OS X6
X3606
PS35
MS-DOS4
Tandy Coco3
Apple II E3
Wii3
Nintendo DS1
Wii U1
Dragon321
C641
Arcade1
Amstrad CPC1
PS21

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