Rent a Hero
Rent A Hero PC CD rescue princess point & click funny cartoon adventure game!
Game
Windows
THQ
1999
CD
$31.99
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Meet Rodrigo, hero for hire. His specialty: rescuing princesses. Unfortunately, his specialty is considered the lowest type of hero job, but he has to make a living somehow. What he has been waiting for is that one big job, something that will elevate him from his second-class state into a first-class hero (and improve his financial situation at the same time). Now, finally, opportunity seems to be knocking on his door. Pirates have attacked Tol Andar, his home island, but these are not regular pirates, for they have in their possession magic that can make their ships fly! Now, if he can vanquish them, he would certainly become the most famous hero in the land! And this is where you come in. Your job: help Rodrigo make his dream come true!
Rent-A-Hero is a traditional 3rd person point ’n click adventure. Clicking around the screen will make Rodrigo walk, while double-clicking will make him run (really fast!). The cursor will change to an arrow wherever there is an exit, and to crosshairs wherever there is a hotspot – an item to pick up, a door to open, something to operate etc. The game begins with an interactive intro with a surprise ending as Rodrigo on his trusty glider, chases after a dragon. After that, the glider will be used in order to fly to places that are too far to walk to – as Rodrigo states, you won’t catch him walking more than he needs to! Rodrigo can either fly within Smashville - his village in Tol Andar - or to other places on the island with the use of a map screen.
Rodrigo will also meet several characters (humans and non-humans) with whom he can interact. Clicking on a character will begin the dialogue, which will stop after a couple of lines, and clicking on the character again continues the dialogue.
The puzzles are mostly inventory based, but in a very peculiar manner. Rodrigo’s inventory is at the bottom of the screen. Clicking on an inventory item results in a description of that item unless Rodrigo is on a screen where this item is supposed to be used. There, he doesn’t need to be next to the place where it has to be used, nor do you need to take it from the inventory and click it on the corresponding hotspot. One click on the item will have Rodrigo go ahead and use it wherever it needs to be used! This of course oversimplifies things and drops the level of difficulty to simply locating the items! Occasionally, Rodrigo will have to search a place that he has checked before, because things change as the game progresses. There were also a couple cases of pixel-hunting, one of which is pretty severe. The last puzzle of the game is by far the hardest and demands that you have paid a lot of attention to what was done and said during the game
The graphics are a combination of 2D and 3D! They are cartoonish and colorful, and despite their age, still look pretty good. The characters are also well designed, especially Rodrigo. The sound is of high standards also, with beautiful and atmospheric soundtracks that perfectly fit the fantasy atmosphere of the game. The voice acting is well done and features lip syncing – a very rare thing for its time. The lip-syncing cannot be compared to today’s standards of course, but it was a very innovative move and it looks way better than what used to be the standard those days. Something that struck me as odd, when it came to voice acting, is that the subtitles would be very different than what was spoken! Not different meanings, but sometimes entirely different words!
For Windows (32-bit Systems) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
Rent-A-Hero is a traditional 3rd person point ’n click adventure. Clicking around the screen will make Rodrigo walk, while double-clicking will make him run (really fast!). The cursor will change to an arrow wherever there is an exit, and to crosshairs wherever there is a hotspot – an item to pick up, a door to open, something to operate etc. The game begins with an interactive intro with a surprise ending as Rodrigo on his trusty glider, chases after a dragon. After that, the glider will be used in order to fly to places that are too far to walk to – as Rodrigo states, you won’t catch him walking more than he needs to! Rodrigo can either fly within Smashville - his village in Tol Andar - or to other places on the island with the use of a map screen.
Rodrigo will also meet several characters (humans and non-humans) with whom he can interact. Clicking on a character will begin the dialogue, which will stop after a couple of lines, and clicking on the character again continues the dialogue.
The puzzles are mostly inventory based, but in a very peculiar manner. Rodrigo’s inventory is at the bottom of the screen. Clicking on an inventory item results in a description of that item unless Rodrigo is on a screen where this item is supposed to be used. There, he doesn’t need to be next to the place where it has to be used, nor do you need to take it from the inventory and click it on the corresponding hotspot. One click on the item will have Rodrigo go ahead and use it wherever it needs to be used! This of course oversimplifies things and drops the level of difficulty to simply locating the items! Occasionally, Rodrigo will have to search a place that he has checked before, because things change as the game progresses. There were also a couple cases of pixel-hunting, one of which is pretty severe. The last puzzle of the game is by far the hardest and demands that you have paid a lot of attention to what was done and said during the game
The graphics are a combination of 2D and 3D! They are cartoonish and colorful, and despite their age, still look pretty good. The characters are also well designed, especially Rodrigo. The sound is of high standards also, with beautiful and atmospheric soundtracks that perfectly fit the fantasy atmosphere of the game. The voice acting is well done and features lip syncing – a very rare thing for its time. The lip-syncing cannot be compared to today’s standards of course, but it was a very innovative move and it looks way better than what used to be the standard those days. Something that struck me as odd, when it came to voice acting, is that the subtitles would be very different than what was spoken! Not different meanings, but sometimes entirely different words!
For Windows (32-bit Systems) [*Please review compatibility/platform sections in 'What You Get']
WHAT YOU GET:
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.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
Ask questions PRIOR to purchasing an order to avoid any confusion.
Be patient if there are problems during installation or gameplay. Typically someone else has
already ran into that problem and has listed a solution online. Contact us and we will do our best to help.
Be sure to update your video card drivers and search for updates to the game from the manufacturer.
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.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMOOTH PURCHASE:
SHIPPING:
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.
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.
