Bioscopia

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Bioscopia
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Release2001
Genre(s) Educational, adventure

Bioscopia: Where Science Conquers Evil (aka Biolab) is a 2001 educational adventure video game. It is a sister game to Physicus and Chemicus .

Contents

Gameplay

Gameplay is similar to 1993 video game Myst.

Critical reception

The game received positive reviews from critics, praising its puzzles, educational content, and graphics.

Awards and nominations

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