Bustin' the Bastille

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Bustin' the Bastille is a point-and-click adventure set during the French Revolution. You play as a fishmonger dealing with middle-age disillusionment while chaos erupts around her. The game blends historical events with absurd personal struggles as you navigate protests, political intrigue, and the occasional guillotine. Dialogue and inventory puzzles drive the story forward with a mix of dark humor and period detail. The game stands out for pairing a satirical take on revolution with a surprisingly relatable protagonist. Community reviews note its clever juxtaposition of grand historical themes and mundane character moments. While not graphically ambitious, its brisk writing and accessible puzzles make it a quick but memorable trip through 18th-century Paris. Released in 2017, it remains a niche pick for fans of irreverent historical storytelling.