A Pig Quest

Starting a Game

Press any of the joystick buttons to skip the introductory sequence and enter the start game screen. Navigate the start screen using the joystick, pressing fire to select an option.

Gameplay

A Pig Quest tasks the player with controlling Frank Further on a quest through Porkville. Search for statue pieces through each area to restore the statues of wellness and free Porkville!

Armours

Armour can be found throughout Pigville and equiped by the player to provide damage protection. Armour decays over time after taking damage - keep an eye on the armour indicator at the bottom of the screen. When it flashes, your armour will break soon!

Chain Vest

Not so durable. But also, better than nothing. It will carry you through a tough spot, but don’t rely on it.

Light Armour

The mainstay of Porkville’s defense force. More durable, and provides moderate protection.

Full Armour of Pig

Only given to Porkville’s elite guard. The full plate mail and grilled helmet affords the wearer maximum protection.

Weapons

Frank can find various weapons in Porkville, each providing their own bonuses. When a weapon is used, it will decay over time, eventually breaking. Search for weapons across each screen, and in chests, to equip Frank for more challenging foes.

Cutlass

A nimble, fast cutlass which deals low damage. Useful for dealing with bats, but struggles to deal with tougher enemies in Porkville.

Short sword

Common in Porkville, the trusty short sword deals moderate damage to enemies.

Hammer

A slow, but powerful-hitting hammer which returns to the attacker after a short period.

Long red sword

A powerful, sturdy blade fired from the furnaces of Pigvalla. Known in Porkville lore as the Bosskillah.

Chests

The enemies of Porkville lock up confiscated weapons, armour and other items in chests which require a key. Search for keys in each area to unlock chests and keep Frank in fighting shape!

Some items are essential to Frank’s quest - search for these items and keep an eye on the scrolling text at the bottom of the screen to find these treasures!

Scoring

Frank can earn points on his journey through Porkville by finding gold, diamonds, and rescuing cats among other things. Explore each screen fully to find ways to score points and increase Frank’s level of fame at the end of the game.

Interface

1. Health bar
2. Current weapon
3. Current armour
4. Equipped special object
5. Unused keys
6. Health
7. Statue pieces
8. Remaining level time
9. Score
10. Scrolling text/Room name

Story

My name is Frank Further. Further… It’s kind of ironic, come to think of it, as I’ve never left my village. Neither had my dad and his dad before him.

It’s the same for everyone in our land since our four statues of wellness were stolen one night moons ago. Everyone seems to be cursed with numbness, immobility and indifference. Adventure, curiosity, audacity and courage are words that have disappeared from our vocabulary.

I was born in Porkville and, as sure as the gods made little green apples, I know I’m going to die in Porkville. Without ever leaving the valley. Oh, don’t get me wrong. It’s a nice and pleasant lowland with green pastures, fruit trees, wild mushrooms, flowers and a beautiful little pond. The only thing that disturbs the peace of this little haven are the mosquitoes and the fireflies. I hate these stupid insects and I sometimes chase them. I have to be thankful to them though as it is during one of my mundane bug hunts that I stumbled upon the entrance to a cave… Could this be my quest? A pig quest?