- Publication date
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1989
- Topics
- DOS games, Vintage computer games, Board games
- Item Size
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541.1K
The game is actually quite simple to play. There are two players who alternate placing their stones on the board. There are three modes: a) two players, b) one player against the computer and c) computer against computer. There are two ways to win. First, you may win by placing five or more of your stones in a straight row. The row may be horizontal, vertical or diagonal. (Like winning at Tick Tack Toe but with five pieces instead of three.) Second, you may win by capturing five of your opponent’s pairs of stones. You capture a pair by enclosing them with two of your stones, one at each end. You may capture more than one pair at a time. Always make your first move in the middle of the board as indicated by the mark. That’s all there is to it. Of course you must defend yourself from being attacked in the same way.
- Addeddate
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2012-09-04 00:08:21
- Emulator
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dosbox
- Emulator_ext
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zip
- Emulator_start
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QUINTA.EXE
- Identifier
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Quinta_1020
- License
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shareware
- Named-persons
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Lester Penner
- Year
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1989
Another thing that really makes Quinta enjoyable for me is how it manages to stay interesting even after playing it multiple times. Many games feel repetitive after a while, but here, the experience still feels fresh because of the small details and different ways you can approach the gameplay. As you continue playing, you naturally start improving and understanding the mechanics better, which makes everything feel more rewarding. I also appreciate the balance the game maintains—it’s not too difficult, but it’s not too easy either. You can play it casually for a short break or spend longer sessions without getting bored. That flexibility is one of the biggest reasons why I keep coming back to Quinta. Overall, it’s the kind of game that doesn’t just entertain you for a moment, but actually gives you a consistently enjoyable experience every time you play.
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