The protagonist
An unnamed bank employee who has just moved into a new apartment and must navigate a sea of paperwork.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
Enter | Submit a typed command Commands are entered through the text parser. |
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Control notes
The game is controlled primarily by typed English commands.
No reliable DOS-specific shortcut list is included.
How it plays
How does Bureaucracy play?
Bureaucracy uses a first-person text-parser interface. The player reads descriptions, examines objects, talks to people, travels between locations, and enters commands such as examining, taking, opening, or asking about things. Progress depends on solving practical problems rather than fighting enemies or collecting conventional scores.
The adventure is divided into connected scenes involving travel, housing, financial institutions, and public services. Delays, incorrect records, and rising bureaucratic pressure form part of the challenge. Careful observation and experimentation are more important than reflexes.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Bureaucracy?
Read every description closely and record names, addresses, numbers, and other details. Try simple variations of commands when an obvious action does not work, and examine important objects before attempting to use them.
Expect the game to punish wasted time and careless choices. Save frequently, revisit locations after receiving new information, and keep track of which organizations or characters still require attention.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
The cat
The protagonist's pet cat. Petting it is one of the most reliable ways to reduce blood pressure.
The bank employee
A representative of the bank who is not particularly helpful and contributes to the protagonist's frustration.
The mail carrier
The postal worker who shows up (or fails to show up) with the packages and letters on which many puzzles depend.
The telephone repairman
A worker connected to the ongoing problems with the protagonist's new landline.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use concise parser commands and try synonyms when the game rejects an obvious verb.
- 2
Keep notes on addresses, account details, and administrative instructions.
- 3
Save before travel or any action that may consume time.
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