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Mind Grind

Mind Grind is a 1996 video game from Microforum International. It was later released in the U.S. as Quiz Quest in 1997.

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Mind Grind
DeveloperMicroforum International
PublisherMicroforum International
PlatformWindows
Release19961
GenreTrivia Game2

Mind Grind is a 1996 video game from Microforum International. It was later released in the U.S. as Quiz Quest in 1997.

Gameplay

Mind Grind is a five‑level trivia game in which alien contestants compete for the right to claim Earth by demonstrating superior knowledge of human trivia. Each level presents a distinct objective beyond answering questions, such as avoiding whirlwinds while climbing pillars or navigating a maze of gates. Throughout the game, a character named Homer serves as the host, offering instructions and reacting to the player's answers. The final level, titled "Looking for Intelligent Signs of Life", requires the player to pilot a ship through space, evade meteoroids, and shoot at crafts that contain trivia questions; taking too many hits ends the game. Saving and exiting returns the player to the start of the current level rather than its midpoint.3

Reception

GameSpot said "Although Mind Grind tries to take an innovative approach to trivia gaming, it falls short of being a truly entertaining experience".3

Games Domain said "Otherwise, Mind Grind is a great choice for anyone looking for a well-rounded trivia game that can be enjoyed by all members of the family".1

References

References

  1. Kang, Jeff. "Mind Grind". Games Domain. Archived from the original on August 17, 2000. Retrieved December 28, 2025.
  2. "Mind Grind". All Game Guide. Archived from the original on November 15, 2014. Retrieved January 6, 2026.
  3. Anderson, Rebecca. "Mind Grind". GameSpot. Archived from the original on February 6, 1997. Retrieved December 28, 2025.
  4. Ardai, Charles (December 1996). "Trivia Torment" (PDF). Computer Gaming World. p. 336. Archived (PDF) from the original on July 3, 2014. Retrieved December 28, 2025.
  5. "Mind Grind". PC Joker (in German). July 1997. Retrieved December 28, 2025.
  6. "Mind Grind". PC Games (in German). June 1997. p. 158. Retrieved December 28, 2025.
  7. "Mind Grind". PC Action (in German). April 1997. p. 66. Retrieved December 28, 2025.
  8. Douglas, Adam (November 1996). "Mind Grind". PC Gamer. Archived from the original on February 29, 2000. Retrieved May 15, 2026.
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