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The Clue!

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Also known as
Der Clou! Zlodej Zloděj

This crime simulation tasks you with planning intricate heists, from small shops to the Crown Jewels, to build a criminal empire.

The Clue! (Der Clou!) was developed by neo Software and published by Max Design for DOS in 1994; this is the original release platform and year.


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About The Clue!

The Clue! casts the player as Matt Stuvysant, a Polish immigrant and aspiring criminal who arrives in London with minimal resources. His objective is to build a criminal empire, beginning with minor offenses and progressing toward major heists like stealing the Crown Jewels.

Gameplay involves detailed planning and control over criminal operations. Players select targets, recruit accomplices, and devise the specific methods for each burglary. This progression from small shops to high-profile targets suggests a challenging career path that requires strategic development.

The Clue! Screenshots

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Title
The German title
Intro sequence
Menu
London, Victoria Station
Search valuable targets...
Investigate the building...
Buy the necessary tools...
Due to the fact that Matt Stuvysant is the 1.000.000 passenger, he can ride all taxis for free! (a rather hollow explanation for free transportation ;))
Plan your robbery...