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King's Quest V - Absence Makes the Heart Go Yonder
King's Quest V: Absence Makes the Heart Go Yonder is a point-and-click adventure game developed by Sierra On-Line in 1990. Players control King Graham as he searches for his kidnapped family across a fantasy realm. The game features a rich environment with multiple locations, challenging puzzles, and inventory-based object interactions. It uses Sierra's iconic verb-coin interface system, where players select actions like "walk," "look," and "pick up" before clicking on screen elements. The game structure divides gameplay into distinct scenes and regions, with progression tied to completing story objectives. Key features include detailed pixel art graphics, animated sequences, and a strong emphasis on logical puzzle-solving without combat. Players explore the world at their own pace, collecting items and combining them creatively to overcome obstacles and advance the narrative through various interconnected areas.
- Released
- 1990
- Platform
- DOS
- Genre
- RPG
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 (2.4K)
- Last updated
King's Quest V - Absence Makes the Heart Go Yonder Controls — DOS Keyboard Keys
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King's Quest V - Absence Makes the Heart Go Yonder Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of King's Quest V - Absence Makes the Heart Go Yonder on DOS before you dive in — recommended for getting a feel for the game's pacing, story beats, and difficulty curve.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was King's Quest V - Absence Makes the Heart Go Yonder released?
King's Quest V - Absence Makes the Heart Go Yonder was released in 1990 for the DOS.
What type of game is King's Quest V - Absence Makes the Heart Go Yonder?
King's Quest V - Absence Makes the Heart Go Yonder is a RPG game for the DOS, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play King's Quest V - Absence Makes the Heart Go Yonder for free?
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Can I save my progress in King's Quest V - Absence Makes the Heart Go Yonder?
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Does King's Quest V - Absence Makes the Heart Go Yonder work on mobile devices?
Yes — the DOS emulator runs on iOS Safari and Android Chrome. Touch controls overlay the game; landscape mode is recommended.
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