Country of Fools

Country of Fools is a strategy game released in Russia in 1992. It is a single-player game and runs on the DOS platform. The game was developed by Vadim Bashurov, who is a notable figure in the Russian video game industry and is known for creating games reflecting the underlying issues of society.
Country of Fools is one such game where the creator has taken a satirical approach to the socio-political environment post-dissolution of the Soviet Union. The game is set in a fictional world that seems absurd and foolish on the surface but in hindsight is no different from the one we live in. There are several characters in the game, known as fools, each with their own quirks and absurdities. The game involves solving puzzles, collecting and using items, and interactions with characters and objects leading to several humorous moments. Some key decisions need to be made as per the game's progression. The awkward situations that arise provide a deeper understanding of the challenges of the post-soviet era. The game can be played using the keyboard, the arrow keys can be used to move the characters around. To interact with other characters or objects, the player must use the Enter or Space keys. Players are advised to acquire some understanding of the political and social scenario of the 90s to truly enjoy the game. Country of Fools can be categorized as an above-average strategy game of the early 90s that highlights societal issues without compromising on the entertainment factor.

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