Summary
- Release Year: 2008
- Genres: Adventure, Point-and-click
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 3, Wii, Xbox 360, Xbox One
- Developers: Telltale Games
- Publishers: Telltale Games
Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space: A Hilarious Adventure Through Time and Space
Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space is a 2008 graphic adventure game developed by Telltale Games and published by LucasArts. It is the second season of the Sam & Max series, and the first to be developed by Telltale Games. The game follows the freelance police duo of Sam, a six-foot talking dog, and Max, a hyperkinetic rabbity thing, as they travel through time and space to stop an evil mastermind from destroying the universe.
The game was released to critical acclaim, with reviewers praising its humor, writing, and puzzles. It won numerous awards, including the Adventure Game of the Year award from IGN.
Story
Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space begins with the duo investigating a giant robot attack on the city. They soon discover that the robots are being controlled by an evil mastermind named Timemaster, who is planning to destroy the universe.
Sam and Max set out to stop Timemaster, and their journey takes them to a variety of locations, including the North Pole, Easter Island, outer space, and Hell. Along the way, they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a dancing baby, a singing mariachi band, and a giant battle robot.
Gameplay
Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space is a point-and-click adventure game. Players control Sam and Max as they explore their environment, interact with objects and characters, and solve puzzles.
The game’s puzzles are varied and challenging, and they often require players to use their wits and creativity to solve them. For example, in one puzzle, players must use a giant magnet to move a metal object out of the way.
Characters
Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space features a cast of memorable and hilarious characters.
- Sam: A six-foot talking dog, Sam is the brains of the duo. He is a skilled detective and a master of disguise.
- Max: A hyperkinetic rabbity thing, Max is the brawn of the duo. He is always ready for a fight, and he loves to cause chaos.
- Timemaster: The main antagonist of the game, Timemaster is an evil mastermind who is planning to destroy the universe.
- Sybil Pandemik: A mad scientist and Timemaster’s right-hand woman, Sybil is a brilliant but twisted individual.
- General Skun-ka’pe: A giant battle robot, Skun-ka’pe is Timemaster’s enforcer.
Humor
Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space is a very funny game. The humor is often absurd and over-the-top, but it is always clever and well-written.
One of the things that makes the game so funny is the chemistry between Sam and Max. The two characters are constantly bickering and insulting each other, but they also have a deep friendship and loyalty.
Reception
Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space was released to critical acclaim. Reviewers praised the game’s humor, writing, and puzzles. It won numerous awards, including the Adventure Game of the Year award from IGN.
Legacy
Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space is considered to be one of the best adventure games ever made. It is a hilarious, well-written, and challenging game that is sure to entertain players of all ages.
The game has been ported to a variety of platforms, including PC, Mac, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and iOS. It is also available as part of the Sam & Max Complete Pack on Steam.
Conclusion
Sam & Max: Beyond Time and Space is a must-play for fans of adventure games and comedy. It is a hilarious, well-written, and challenging game that is sure to entertain players of all ages.
Review Score
9/10
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