Indiana Jones Desktop Adventures - Da da dat DAAAA, Da da DAAAAA

How is it he doesn't have some kind of meme?  I mean honestly.

This was released back in 1996, as a new "desktop adventure" series.  The concept behind them was that they would be simple, fun adventure games that you could get through in the space of a lunch break or so.  Weighing in with about a half hour of playtime can be the kiss of death for a game, however with randomly generated levels, storyline, and basically everything else, it quite literally a new game every time.

Normally I'd give a little nutshell plot synopsis, but that's not really possible with this game.  You'll probably be finding something old and valuable, and might be fighting Nazis, tribesmen, irate locals or who knows what else.  What I can say is that you're going to be having a very fun, sometimes frustrating time.

But...but violence was working so well...

This game is just pure, stupid fun.  The graphics are simple, the puzzles not exactly mind bending, but it's not intended to be.  You sneak down temple chambers and forbidden caves, dodging traps and shooting/bull whipping your way past hordes of baddies, all for the amazing treasure.  You'll run missions and trade for keys and needed loot, and just generally wander around being Indiana Jones.

One of the big points for this is the length and the time frame.  There are games I like to play when I know I'm going to have a few hours to devote to it.  It's hard to play some games in fits and starts, but if you want something shorter, you're stuck with Bejeweled.  This bridges the gap, with lots of action and adventure, but without the full commitment of your average adventure game.  Perfect for sneaking in during a lunch break, or during a layover.

Random explosive-obsessed lunatic, or old magazines, which would you rather play with in the waiting room?

This game is small, fast, and and easy to pick up, like a hamster.  Unlike a hamster, it's filled with loot, Nazis, random worlds, and enough replayability to have you screwing with it for years.  Jump to here and pick up a copy, and get out there and find those idols!

This looks like one of those "life planning maps" I did in high school...