Dinsun Review
I grew up on LucasArts adventures, so this was a risky one for me. The new art style caused quite a stir, didn't it? Personally, I grew to like it, but I still miss the old pixel art. The writing, however, is exactly what it should be: sharp, funny, and surprisingly poignant. Guybrush is older, and so am I.
The puzzles have been streamlined for a 'modern audience,' which usually means they're too easy. They've included a hint book right in the inventory, which feels like cheating. But if you play it for the story and the atmosphere, it's a solid return. It won't replace the first two in my heart, but it’s a worthy epilogue.
Overall Stats
Pros & Cons
- Excellent voice acting
- Genuinely funny writing
- Respectful of series lore
- Art style is polarizing
- Puzzles are easier than previous entries
- Ending is a bit divisive
Technical Report
Performance: Very polished; voice acting sounds great on mobile speakers.
- Full Subtitles
- Hint System
- Casual Mode
Audience Fit
Buy if: You are a fan of classic adventure games or great narrative experiences.
Skip if: You want fast action or hate reading/listening to dialogue.
- Day of the Tentacle
- Grim Fandango
- Thimbleweed Park
Reviewer Context
- Reviewer: Dinsun, Adventure Game Purist
- Hardware: iPhone 14 Pro Max
- Playtime: 12 hours
- Status: Finished Story
