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Re:Show HN: I may have created a new type of puzzle by hyperhopper on Sunday September 18, 2022 @11:40AM (#32888450)
But there is a difference between a subtle hint and the MegaMan/navi style "hey listen! Here are several paragraphs to read"

Play through portal with developer commentary, that's a masterpiece on how to use hints well without players even realizing.

Things like how hallways are structured, where light is shining, etc.

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Re:Show HN: I may have created a new type of puzzle by menesss on Sunday September 18, 2022 @03:00PM (#32890394)
Wait, which MegaMan game has a verbose tutorial?
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