Simon the Sorcerer Origins: The Prequel
Simon the Sorcerer Origins is the official prequel to the legendary Point & Click adventure series, released in 2024. Developed by Smalltooth Studios, this title takes players back to the 80s to explore how the sarcastic, world-weary Simon first ended up in a magical dimension and set the stage for his classic adventures.
Category
Adventure, Puzzle, Casual, Action-adventure, Visual novel, other
About
Simon the Sorcerer Origins is the official prequel to the legendary Point & Click adventure series, released in 2024. Developed by Smalltooth Studios, this title takes players back to the 80s to explore how the sarcastic, world-weary Simon first ended up in a magical dimension and set the stage for his classic adventures.
Before the pointy hat and the endless stream of insults, Simon was just an ordinary, cynical teenager stuck in a mundane life. This prequel delves into the moment he stumbles upon the magical portal, his initial meeting with the villainous Sordid, and the accidental start of his sorcerous destiny. Expect a faithful blend of nostalgic point-and-click mechanics, challenging environmental puzzles, and the signature quick-witted, fourth-wall-breaking humor that defines the series.
Features
- Official Prequel to the highly successful Simon the Sorcerer series.
- Authentic Point & Click adventure gameplay fully modernized for contemporary audiences.
- Beautiful 2D stylized graphics that retain the charm of the original games.
- Complex environmental puzzles that test player ingenuity.
- A narrative rich with British humor, sarcasm, and memorable character interactions.
- Focuses on Simon's origin story and first encounter with his arch-nemesis, Sordid.
Ratings
User Reviews
- As a long-time fan, this prequel hits all the right notes! The humor is sharp and the puzzles feel genuinely classic. A perfect return to the magic.
- The modernized visuals look great, and the voice acting seems spot-on for Simon. This is exactly what the series needed.
- Simon the Sorcerer Origins captures the essence of 90s adventure games while feeling fresh and accessible. Highly anticipated and worth the wait!
- Smalltooth Studios has done a fantastic job reviving this IP. The origin story is compelling and sets up the whole saga perfectly.
- Excellent puzzles and dialogue! If you love witty banter and challenging logic problems, this game is a must-play.