Monty Python's The Meaning of Life
Monty Python's Meaning of Life PC CD British TV comedy insults humor joke game!
Game
Windows
Panasonic Interactive Media Co.
1997
CD
$3.48
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Irreverent. Tasteless. Mind-boggling. Giddy. Perplexing. Comedic. Weird. Different. Funny. No matter how you label it, there's a part of Monty Python's The Meaning of Life that fits just about any niche you might want to shove it in, including the trash bin or the high throne of honor on your shelf of computer games. In the end, acceptance or rejection will ultimately be a product of individual preference.
Whatever else it may be, Monty Python's The Meaning of Life is a two-CD set whose mayhem extends to gameplay in many forms, some meaningful, some not, but always with an eye toward discovering a tongue-in-cheek meaning of life. Despite the deep subject matter, levity, gross-outs, jokes, and insults are ladled out indiscriminately by the full voice casting of John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin.
With interactive media, full-motion video vignettes, puzzles, mini-games, and a smidgen of strategy thrown in, gamers can look forward to solving many of life's great mysteries. Birth, Growth and Learning, Fighting Each Other, Middle Age, Live Organ Transplants, Autumn Years, and Death are but some of the topics explored, all guaranteed by the designer's opening disclaimer to be "objectionable, tasteless and offensive" to nearly every group you can imagine.
With little instruction from the manual, other than an admonishment to simply click your way through the adventure, picking up inventory items and taking your cue from the changing cursor, gameplay is simple and direct. Multiple left and right clicks, screen panning left and right, forward and backward, you'll eventually encounter the full Monty of bizarre clips, songs, flatulence, music, ditties, witticism, sarcasm, and general Python-style bedlam.
Die-hard fans of the movie on which it's based will consider this the "Holy Grail," while non-Python fans may be moved to extol it as a "Complete Waste of Time," both of which are incidentally subjects for other 7th Level Monty Python titles. The only real advice for playing this potpourri of English humor is captured nicely at the end of the manual: "Please act responsibly. Do not play this game while driving."
For Windows (32-bit Systems) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
Whatever else it may be, Monty Python's The Meaning of Life is a two-CD set whose mayhem extends to gameplay in many forms, some meaningful, some not, but always with an eye toward discovering a tongue-in-cheek meaning of life. Despite the deep subject matter, levity, gross-outs, jokes, and insults are ladled out indiscriminately by the full voice casting of John Cleese, Terry Gilliam, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin.
With interactive media, full-motion video vignettes, puzzles, mini-games, and a smidgen of strategy thrown in, gamers can look forward to solving many of life's great mysteries. Birth, Growth and Learning, Fighting Each Other, Middle Age, Live Organ Transplants, Autumn Years, and Death are but some of the topics explored, all guaranteed by the designer's opening disclaimer to be "objectionable, tasteless and offensive" to nearly every group you can imagine.
With little instruction from the manual, other than an admonishment to simply click your way through the adventure, picking up inventory items and taking your cue from the changing cursor, gameplay is simple and direct. Multiple left and right clicks, screen panning left and right, forward and backward, you'll eventually encounter the full Monty of bizarre clips, songs, flatulence, music, ditties, witticism, sarcasm, and general Python-style bedlam.
Die-hard fans of the movie on which it's based will consider this the "Holy Grail," while non-Python fans may be moved to extol it as a "Complete Waste of Time," both of which are incidentally subjects for other 7th Level Monty Python titles. The only real advice for playing this potpourri of English humor is captured nicely at the end of the manual: "Please act responsibly. Do not play this game while driving."
For Windows (32-bit Systems) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
WHAT YOU GET:
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COMPATIBILITY:
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64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
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Be patient if there are problems during installation or gameplay. Typically someone else has
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This item is for the original media, and includes only the media (ie. CD, floppy ...) UNLESS specifically stated above and/or in the title. If more than just the media is included, it will state which items are (ie. box, manual, etc ). Items that come in a sleeve refer to a generic CD sleeve (typically white) and will be sent with shipping protection to avoid damage during transit. If available, we will also send the front and/or back CD inserts if in stock. If these are important to you, please message us to verify we have them available to send. Please do not assume items are included other than what's stated. Again, ask questions PRIOR to purchasing if you have any concerns.
IMAGES:
All images/pictures are stock photos and are for reference only, mainly to show the type of game you will be getting. Please read "WHAT YOU GET" for what is included with the media. Screenshots may vary based on your own computer system, video card, monitor, etc.
COMPATIBILITY:
Computers are like people, each one is different. Unlike console games, a computer game may install and work flawlessly on one system but may need adjustments on another. This is due to a variety of factors, mainly the OS platform running, video card you have, drivers, protection software installed, etc. Many times manufacturers release updates to games to fix bugs and add enhancements. We would be happy to help get the game going on your computer, but ultimately compatibility issues are the responsibility of the buyer. We suggest going to Google and searching for the name of the game along with the words "system requirements" to determine if your system is suitable. Ultimately, we are not responsible for software compatibility problems or publisher's errors.
PLATFORM:
Stated within the auction is what platform the game will work on (ie. Windows, Mac, Linux...) This is a generic statement and specific platform versions (ie. XP, Vista...) will have to be researched by the buyer. Games that came out PRIOR to XP or higher will not specifically state they will work on that release, but only because they came out before those versions were made. Many, if not most, will work on XP or higher with a few quick adjustments. We provide instructions with all items purchased on how to do this adjustment using the Program Compatibility Wizard. If we find out that an item will definately not work on a specific version, we will state it. For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program if the Program Compatibility Wizard does not work.
64-Bit Windows OS Systems:
For 64-bit Operating Systems, older games most likely will NOT work due to 64-bit systems not being able to run 16-bit programming code (most games prior to 2000). For DOS games, you may need to play it with a free DOSbox program.
Macintosh Systems:
For Macintosh programs, most older games will need to be run in Classic Environment if you have a MAC OS X 10.0 - 10.4 version. Please research Google on how to do this, or send us a message for information prior to purchasing. If your MAC OS system doesn't support Classic Environment (ie. MAC OS X 10.5 or Higher OR Intel Macs), you will have to try running it using the free program called SheepShaver, but compatibility is not ensured. Please research prior to purchasing or ask questions.
MEDIA FORMAT:
Please verify you have the required hardware in order to use the specified media (ie. CD, DVD, floppy drives, etc.) If the item comes as a floppy disc, make sure you have either the needed 3.5" floppy drive or the bigger and older 5.25" floppy drive.
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We typically ship all items out within 1-2 business days after payment is received. In regards to the stated shipping and handling, remember that these costs include more than just postage.
International buyers please email/chat with us to determine if you are eligible for shipping of a specific product. If you are, then international buyers not shipping to an address within the U.S. can expect their orders to take anywhere from 5 days to 4 weeks to be received, depending on how fast/well USPS is moving. Additionally, international orders typically have to go through governmental customs, which can delay the arrival process. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying. Customs fees are normally charged by the shipping company or collected when you pick the item up. These fees are not additional shipping charges.
