The Colonel's Bequest

Why has the reclusive Colonel Dijon called his rivalrous relations together? It's a mysterious re-union at his secluded mansion, deep in the bayous of Southern Louisiana!

It is the year 1925, and the roaring '20s are well underway. As Laura Bow, young college student, you've been invited to visit the Colonel's isolated estate. Watch as the Colonel announces his intention to bequeath his millions to all present!

Immediately, you sense greed and suspicion among the Colonel's relatives and associates. The air becomes thick with anger and betrayal. As the drama unfolds you must evade the dangers that await you everywhere, and expose the killer before he or she strikes again!

Explore the gloomy estate in an attempt to discover who is murdering the Colonel's guests, and why...

Discover hidden places where secrets may lie...

Overhear intriguing conversations...

Choose your friends wisely...

Avoid the swamp at all costs...

The thrill and suspense of the Colonel's Bequest is unprecidented in animated adventure games. Never before has a plot been so complex, or characters so well developed. From the die-hard mystery fan to the veteran 3-D adventurer, this game is not to be missed!

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**THIS GAME COULD KILL YOU.

THE COLONEL'S BEQUEST**

Roberta Williams, who brought you the King's Quest series, now takes you back to the 1920's for a spine-tingling murder mystery adventure deep in the bayous of Southern Louisiana! As Laura Bow, young college student, you've been invited to visit the isolated estate of Colonel Henri Dijon.

As the drama unfolds you must evade the dangers that await you as you explore the gloomy estate in an attempt to discover who is murdering the Colonel's guests, and why. Expose the killer before he or she strikes again, and survive the long night... if you can!

Never before has a plot been so complex, or characters so well developed. The thrill and suspense of THE COLONEL'S BEQUEST is unprecedented in 3-D Animated Adventure Games.

Can you solve the mystery of THE COLONEL'S BEQUEST? Dare to find out!

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Advertisement in COMPUTE!, January 1990