Adventure

The Big Con

Single Player

Critic · Metacritic

3.5

Users · RAWG

2021

Released

Platforms

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📅 Release Info

Release DateAugust 31, 2021

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

Adventure

Playable on

PCXbox

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PCXbox OneXbox Series S/X

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About this game

Flex your inner teenager in The Big Con, an adventure game where you hustle across the country as a teen trying to save your family video store. In classic 90s con movie style, you'll get to persuade and pilfer your way to greatness using a whack of potential grifts.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Colorful 1990s aesthetic with playful presentation.
Comedic writing, energetic tone, and oddball characters.
Accessible conning and mini-game systems.
Story centers on Ali's relationship with her mother.
Soundtrack and atmosphere reinforce the nostalgic 1990s setting.

Cons

Mini-games and con activities become repetitive over time.
Simple gameplay with limited depth and challenge.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

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Adventure

The Big Con

Single Player

Critic · Metacritic

3.5

Users · RAWG

2021

Released

Platforms

🔗🛒▶

📅 Release Info

Release DateAugust 31, 2021

Developer

Publisher

🏷️ Game Details

Genres

Adventure

Playable on

PCXbox

Show all 3 versions ▾

PCXbox OneXbox Series S/X

Screenshots & Videos

About this game

Pros & Cons

Pros

Colorful 1990s aesthetic with playful presentation.
Comedic writing, energetic tone, and oddball characters.
Accessible conning and mini-game systems.
Story centers on Ali's relationship with her mother.
Soundtrack and atmosphere reinforce the nostalgic 1990s setting.

Cons

Mini-games and con activities become repetitive over time.
Simple gameplay with limited depth and challenge.

Pros & Cons are AI-assisted summaries, not our own playthrough reviews. Sources and how we make recommendations.

Where to Buy / Play

Official stores where this game is available. Links open the store page in a new tab.

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