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Posted May 22, 2014
Almost too good to be a game--but as games go, it's one of the pest.--Entertainment Weekly

Bad Mojo Redux, a revamped edition of the classic 1996 horror adventure that will let you experience the world through the eyes of a cockroach, is available in a bonus content-filled package on GOG.com, for only $5.99!

There's over 4,500 species of cockroaches roaming every possible corner of our planet. 40 of them, are the species closely related to human habitats. They live in the cracks of our civilization, feeding on our waste, shunning our light. We try to keep our worlds as separate as possible, revolted by their shining chitin bodies, dietary habits, and the tendency to show up unexpected and uninvited. We do our best to keep them out of our sight and mind, but the truth is, we're only fooling ourselves. They are there, they have always been, and they will be long after we're gone. Now, wouldn't it be fascinating to catch a glimpse of these creatures' perspective of reality?

Bad Mojo Redux lets you do just that! It tells a Kafka-like story of a man turned into a cockroach by a strange and mystical twist of events. Surprisingly the event leaves the protagonist feeling empowered, free, and in control for the first time in his life, as he sets off to experience the world full of paths no human ever trailed before. The game, combining exploration, puzzles, and a psychedelic plot, has been refurbished for modern systems so you can discover all of the 800+ screens re-creating our world's disturbingly icky underbelly. The game comes complete with a ton of bonus video content (including a "making of" documentary and developer commentaries) and artworks.

Overcome your revulsion, leave behind your prejudice towards insects, and discover a whole new perspective with Bad Mojo Redux, yet another Night Dive classic release, for only $5.99 on GOG.com.
Posted May 23, 2014
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CrowTRobo: Yes! They aren't as bad as cockroaches, but aren't too far behind. I would say my order of hatred/disgust:

1. Cockroach
2. Fly
3. Mosquito
4. Spider
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IAmSinistar: You must not have encountered house centipedes. Yet.
What's wrong with house centipedes? I live in an old building for the time being and it isn't uncommon to see them. They don't spread disease, they won't attack you, they won't destroy your belongings but they eat the things which do those things.

As long as the centipedes stay off my bed, we get along just fine ;)
Posted May 23, 2014
There are only three things I don't like about cockroaches. The way they look, the way they move, and the fact that they live on the same planet as me.

P.S.
I wonder how many of you will get this reference.
Posted May 23, 2014
I hate all insects bigger than my eyeball. Anythinig smaller is fine.
I do have respect for the tenacity of cockroaches. Scum of the earth, those who don't hate them, finbd them at least disgusting or a delicious snack. If one dies, somewhere three others pop up. They are invincible. They will be here long after humanity has forsaken these lands.
Posted May 23, 2014
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Potzato: It's here ! Yay, people will stop complaining about the lack of old releases for 24 hours at least (I hope) :D
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pi4t: Why are there no old releases today?
Damn you !
Posted May 23, 2014
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benmar: There are only three things I don't like about cockroaches. The way they look, the way they move, and the fact that they live on the same planet as me.

P.S.
I wonder how many of you will get this reference.
I didn't know, but a huge coincidence had it that I just started replaying Broken Sword II today, and guess what George had to say about that big tarantula by his feet? :-D
Posted May 23, 2014
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IAmSinistar: You must not have encountered house centipedes. Yet.
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IwubCheeze: What's wrong with house centipedes? I live in an old building for the time being and it isn't uncommon to see them. They don't spread disease, they won't attack you, they won't destroy your belongings but they eat the things which do those things.

As long as the centipedes stay off my bed, we get along just fine ;)
Actually, I am fine with them in my house as well. I live in a century-old factory that has been converted into flats, and they are frequent here. I usually have one in residence and it's good to know it's there, as one of their main prey animals are silverfish. Being a book collector, silverfish are an anathema. House centipedes also predate upon roaches and spiders, so they are basically like having your own resident pest control.

So personally I am quite a fan of house centipedes. But the first time I saw one I was terrified, and I imagine their appearance checks many of the horror boxes for folks. :)
Posted May 23, 2014
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benmar: There are only three things I don't like about cockroaches. The way they look, the way they move, and the fact that they live on the same planet as me.

P.S.
I wonder how many of you will get this reference.
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grimgroove: I didn't know, but a huge coincidence had it that I just started replaying Broken Sword II today, and guess what George had to say about that big tarantula by his feet? :-D
Correct.
Posted May 23, 2014
finally a classic release again (has been ages)!
one of my favs from my childhood
Posted May 23, 2014
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Actually, I am fine with them in my house as well. I live in a century-old factory that has been converted into flats, and they are frequent here. I usually have one in residence and it's good to know it's there, as one of their main prey animals are silverfish. Being a book collector, silverfish are an anathema. House centipedes also predate upon roaches and spiders, so they are basically like having your own resident pest control.

So personally I am quite a fan of house centipedes. But the first time I saw one I was terrified, and I imagine their appearance checks many of the horror boxes for folks. :)"

If I may ask you - what kind of books do you collect? Just curious.
Post edited May 23, 2014 by Matruchus
Posted May 23, 2014
wow, what a blast from the past - great release, wishlisted for now
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phaolo: This a weird game a bit difficult to classify (exploration-based puzzle-adventure horror game?)
I liked it when I tried it ages ago, expecially for the plot discovery (even if not perfect in the end).

I remember, however, that I encountered a bug (no pun intended lol) that prevented me from pushing a final important object, so I had to reload a previous savegame or something.

Anyway, what's different in this "Redux" version from the original one?
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JudasIscariot: From mobygames:

The core game has not been changed, but technical issues have been eliminated and the FMV sequences have been enhanced.
From wikipedia -

Got Game Entertainment re-released the game in December 2004 as Bad Mojo Redux. All in-game videos were remastered from original footage. Redux runs in truecolor only, opposed to the 1996 release which required only 256-color mode. This change makes the videos clearer and more colorful. The re-release also came with a bonus DVD, which contained a making-of, art galleries and other bonuses.[3] This DVD was omitted from the UK release.
Post edited May 23, 2014 by rjspring
Posted May 23, 2014
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Matruchus: If I may ask you - what kind of books do you collect? Just curious.
Mostly art books. I have a number of specialist volumes on art, plus a decent collection of catalogues from exhibitions I have attended. I also have a fair number of small press books and other limited run titles. Most of these would be difficult or expensive to replace.

How about yourself, are you a collector? If so, what kinds?
Posted May 23, 2014
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Matruchus: If I may ask you - what kind of books do you collect? Just curious.
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IAmSinistar: Mostly art books. I have a number of specialist volumes on art, plus a decent collection of catalogues from exhibitions I have attended. I also have a fair number of small press books and other limited run titles. Most of these would be difficult or expensive to replace.

How about yourself, are you a collector? If so, what kinds?
Well I would not really call myself that. Its mostly just books I read and those are sci fi and fantasy but always in german or english language. I think I have about at least 100 of them and some physics and economics books but thats it. Never really counted.

Art exhibitions can be really nice when they are available unfornately where I live is more like a "desert area" when it comes to art or culture :)
Post edited May 23, 2014 by Matruchus
Posted May 23, 2014
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Matruchus: Well I would not really call myself that. Its mostly just books I read and those are sci fi and fantasy but always in german or english language. I think I have about at least 100 of them and some physics and economics books but thats it. Never really counted.
My collection was far larger before the advent of ebooks. Now I have migrated much of what I categorise as "pleasure reading" (such as most fiction) to ebooks. I retain physical books for titles that are better in that format (art books), which are good references (books from university presses), or which are uncommon and never made it to ebook formats (many of the small press titles).

Still, you don't have to be a collector to have a lot of books, nor to value them. :)
Posted May 23, 2014
when i bought bad mojo yesterday - half of the bonuses were even offered yet - but casual look today showed me many more of these jewels are inccluded - soundtrack for instance - thank you GOG
Posted May 23, 2014
Finally, a release for me again! dont ge me wrong: I like good Indie-Games. But those good old games I even love more...
Best,
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