The Organ Grinder's Monkey

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The Organ Grinder's Monkey
Game
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Published2 December 2025
Credits
AuthorGarry Francis
Reception
Events
PunyComp 2025
6th of 7
IFDB rating2.5 out of 5 (5 ratings)
Gameplay
Interaction style
Parser
Parser
Literary genre
Slice of life
Slice of life
Location
City
City
LanguageEnglish
Cruelty scaleMerciful
IFDB play time10 minutes
Technical details
Authoring systemsInform 6, PunyInform
FormatZ-code 5
LicenseFreeware
IFID38335c7b-e699-4893-8132-57bae03a9ae5
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Synopsis

There's a carnival in town and your young son has been pestering you to go. You know that if you do, you'll spend all your money on stupid frivolous things, like candy and fairy floss. The household budget can't afford that and you have a mortgage to pay off.

On the flip side, if you don't go, your son will think you're the worst father in the world.

So, you consult the missus. She says, "If you take Tommy to the carnival, then I'll make it worth your while", and gives you a little wink. That's all the incentive you need.

"Tommy!", you shout at the top of your voice. "Get dressed, we're going to the carnival!"

Versions

Release 1

Date: 2 December 2025

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Date: 2 December 2025