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This game takes place in a fantasy setting, where a young man called Nelson inherits a cabin from his deceased uncle Sid, not knowing, that the uncle had a magic cauldron during his lifetime. It is point and click adventure with a lot of humor - with many hidden jokes about other games and movies.

2018Adventure4.99 USDWindowsby Manuel Schenk Games
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Frequently asked about Nelson and the Magic Cauldron

How much does Nelson and the Magic Cauldron cost?
Nelson and the Magic Cauldron is listed on Steam at 4.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Nelson and the Magic Cauldron?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Nelson and the Magic Cauldron are Gnomdom, Sam & Max Save the World, Kelvin and the Infamous Machine.
Who developed Nelson and the Magic Cauldron?
Nelson and the Magic Cauldron was developed by Manuel Schenk Games.

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