The Big Con

Con your way through the '90s to save the video store.

Publisher Skybound Games
Developer Mighty Yell
Release Aug 31, 2021
Retail Price $14.99
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About The Big Con

The Big Con is an adventure game from Mighty Yell where players assume the role of Ali, a teenage con artist. Ali embarks on a cross-country road trip in the 1990s with the objective of saving her family's video store from loan sharks. Gameplay involves engaging in various scams, pickpocketing, and using disguises to swindle strangers. The narrative centers on Ali's efforts to outsmart individuals and overcome obstacles, all while lying to her mother about her activities.The game emphasizes player choice in determining who to con and who to help, utilizing mechanics like sneaking, eavesdropping, and elaborate scams that may involve breaking and entering. The Big Con is characterized by its comedic crime-filled adventure and strong '90s nostalgia, incorporating elements like plaid, payphones, and VHS tapes. The game aims to capture the feeling of a '90s teen movie.

System requirements

Minimum

OS
Windows 7 64-bit
CPU
AMD FX-4350 or Intel Pentium G4500
RAM
4 GB RAM
GPU
AMD Radeon HD 7770 or dedicated equivalent
Storage
3 GB available space

Recommended

OS
Windows 10 64-bit
CPU
Intel Core i7-3770K or AMD Ryzen 3 1200
RAM
8 GB RAM
GPU
nVidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti or AMD Radeon RX 480
Storage
4 GB available space