Return to Monkey Island is nothing short of a masterpiece, a love letter to the adventure genre that manages to feel both nostalgic and entirely modern. Ron Gilbert’s return to the series he created brings back the sharp wit, surreal humor, and brilliant puzzle design that made the original games legends. Playing as Guybrush Threepwood again feels like catching up with an old friend—one who is still charmingly incompetent and perpetually adrift.
The transition to mobile is flawless. The 'Point & Click' evolution, featuring context-sensitive interactions and a sleek inventory system, makes the touch interface feel like the way this game was always meant to be played. The art style, while initially controversial to some, is vibrant and full of character, bringing Melee Island and new locations like Brrr Muda to life with incredible detail. The voice acting is top-tier, and the story’s meta-commentary on the search for 'The Secret' is genuinely touching. It’s rare to see a sequel after so many years stick the landing this perfectly, offering a rewarding experience for long-time fans and a perfect entry point for newcomers.
I grew up on VGA graphics and LucasArts logic, so I approached this with extreme skepticism. First off, let's address the elephant in the room: the art style. It’s a far cry from the pixel art of my youth, and while I eventually tolerated it, I still think it looks like a high-end flash game. However, the soul of Monkey Island is intact. The writing is as sharp as ever, and hearing Dominic Armato voice Guybrush again actually made me feel something—a rarity these days.
The puzzles are sensible, which is a departure from the 'moon logic' of the 90s, and the built-in hint book is a concession to the modern, impatient gamer that I actually found quite elegant. It’s a bittersweet farewell to the series. It spends a lot of time looking backward, which suits a 40-year-old like me, but I can't help but feel the ending will leave many divided. It's a competent, well-written adventure, even if it tries a bit too hard to be 'meta' about its own existence.
Performance: Flawless performance on iPad and iPhone; touch controls are surprisingly superior to mouse clicks.
Buy if: You have a deep love for 90s adventure games and Guybrush Threepwood.
Skip if: You hate reading dialogue or want fast-paced action.
Available on: iPhone, iPad
Version 1.0.2Thu Jun 06 2024
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Return to Monkey Island is an unexpected, thrilling return of series creator Ron Gilbert that continues the story of the legendary adventure games The Secret of Monkey Island and Monkey Island 2: LeChuck’s Revenge developed in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games.
It’s been many years since Guybrush Threepwood was last locked in a battle of wits with his nemesis, the zombie pirate LeChuck. His true love, Elaine Marley, has turned her focus away from governing and Guybrush himself is adrift and unfulfilled, having never found the Secret of Monkey Island. Hip, young pirate leaders led by Captain Madison have shuffled the old guard from power, Melee Island has taken a turn for the worse, and famed businessman Stan has been imprisoned for ‘marketing-related crimes’.
Banter with old friends and new faces on familiar islands now under dangerous new leadership. Then, take to the high seas and explore the new and unknown as you work your way out of tough predicaments. Clever puzzles, bizarre situations, and devastating ripostes are all that stand between Guybrush and glory.
Return to Point & Click Swashbuckling
Bringing classic point and click gameplay to the modern-day, intrepid pirates will solve puzzles and explore the islands with a clever evolution of classic adventure game controls. Context-sensitive interactions, reactive dialog trees, and an easy-to-use inventory system make pirating a breeze.
Embark on Archipelago Adventures
Navigate the sometimes-friendly confines of Melee Island, a familiar place that finds itself under new management by leaders who have put the squeeze on old friends and new faces. Venture out into uncharted lands like the aptly named Terror Island and the chilling outposts of Brrr Muda to make allies and enemies alike.
Created by a Legendary Crew
The new chapter in the Monkey Island series marks the return of the iconic series’ creator Ron Gilbert, joined by game co-writer Dave Grossman, art director Rex Crowle (Knights & Bikes, Tearaway) and composers Peter McConnell, Michael Land, and Clint Bajakian (Monkey Island, Monkey Island 2: LeChuck’s Revenge).
Requires iOS 16.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Return to Monkey Island is an unexpected, thrilling return of series creator Ron Gilbert that continues the story of the legendary adventure games The Secret of Monkey Island and Monkey Island 2: LeChuck’s Revenge developed in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games.
It’s been many years since Guybrush Threepwood was last locked in a battle of wits with his nemesis, the zombie pirate LeChuck. His true love, Elaine Marley, has turned her focus away from governing and Guybrush himself is adrift and unfulfilled, having never found the Secret of Monkey Island. Hip, young pirate leaders led by Captain Madison have shuffled the old guard from power, Melee Island has taken a turn for the worse, and famed businessman Stan has been imprisoned for ‘marketing-related crimes’.
Banter with old friends and new faces on familiar islands now under dangerous new leadership. Then, take to the high seas and explore the new and unknown as you work your way out of tough predicaments. Clever puzzles, bizarre situations, and devastating ripostes are all that stand between Guybrush and glory.
Return to Point & Click Swashbuckling
Bringing classic point and click gameplay to the modern-day, intrepid pirates will solve puzzles and explore the islands with a clever evolution of classic adventure game controls. Context-sensitive interactions, reactive dialog trees, and an easy-to-use inventory system make pirating a breeze.
Embark on Archipelago Adventures
Navigate the sometimes-friendly confines of Melee Island, a familiar place that finds itself under new management by leaders who have put the squeeze on old friends and new faces. Venture out into uncharted lands like the aptly named Terror Island and the chilling outposts of Brrr Muda to make allies and enemies alike.
Created by a Legendary Crew
The new chapter in the Monkey Island series marks the return of the iconic series’ creator Ron Gilbert, joined by game co-writer Dave Grossman, art director Rex Crowle (Knights & Bikes, Tearaway) and composers Peter McConnell, Michael Land, and Clint Bajakian (Monkey Island, Monkey Island 2: LeChuck’s Revenge).




















Return to Monkey Island continues the story of the legendary adventure games The Secret of Monkey Island and Monkey Island 2: LeChuck’s Revenge. Join Guybrush Threepwood as he once again tangles with his nemesis, the zombie pirate LeChuck, and navigates a world of dangerous new leadership on Melee Island. Featuring a modern take on point-and-click controls, reactive dialog trees, and an easy-to-use inventory system, this chapter brings clever puzzles and bizarre situations to a new generation of pirates.
Written by original creators Ron Gilbert and Dave Grossman
Modernized point-and-click controls for mobile
Context-sensitive interactions and reactive dialog
Full voice acting and iconic musical score
Start by talking to the new pirate leaders at the Scumm Bar. Use the hint book in your inventory if you get stuck on the complex multi-step puzzles required to leave the island.
Information on the development and platforms.
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Use touch controls to interact with the environment. The cursor changes based on context, allowing for seamless dialogue, item collection, and environmental puzzle-solving.
Yes! The game includes a 'Scrapbook' that summarizes previous events and features a 'Casual' mode for those new to adventure game puzzles.