- Point-and-click, Puzzle, Adventure, Fantasy
Simon The Sorcerer Origins is the official prequel of the legendary Simon's adventure saga. Simon will return for the first time to the absurd world of the Sorcerers unleashing an ancient prophecy and gaining ancient magical powers. Prepare to experience a classic adventure in a modern way!
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Nostalgic, classical in form, unpretentious and warm.
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- classical in formformally daring
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ImpulsegamerScott De LacyOct 20254.9/5Classic, delightful RPG at its best. Its a fun story and a decent challenge for those who enjoy this genre. Suitable for all ages!
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Simon the Sorcerer Origins is a rare, complete alignment of concept, craft, and heart; a flawless prequel that honours its legacy while confidently reinventing it for today. Every element works in concert: the hand‑drawn animation sings with personality, the writing lands with relentless wit and unexpected tenderness, puzzles are clever without ever feeling cruel, and the audio elevates moments from amusing to unforgettable. This is not nostalgia for nostalgia’s sake; it’s a full‑blooded reinvention that keeps the soul of the original intact while offering modern players something genuinely new.
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NoobFeedNusrat ChoityNov 202595/100Simon the Sorcerer Origins is a heartfelt effort to bring back one of the best names in adventure gaming. It's full of charm, wit, and nostalgia—a loving tribute to a time when people hunted pixels and made silly jokes. The writing is excellent, the art direction is outstanding, and the voice acting is exceptional. You can tell that the developers really love the source material in every frame.
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Cubed3Dec 20256/10It is easy to want to like Simon the Sorcerer Origins at first glance. The artwork is beautiful, and the puzzles are clever and creative. However, Simon sadly comes off as a murder-hobo rather than a charming rogue. Also, while the game's comedy is quite fun in itself, it needs more palate cleansers. As is, this feels like a six-hour-long slapstick show, a genre best served in 30-minute portions.
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Nintendo LifeKen TalbotOct 20257/10Simon the Sorcerer: Origins is a solid return for a beloved series, and the developers at Smallthing Studios seem more than capable of carrying on these magical adventures.
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About the game
- Platforms
- Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
- Developer
- Smallthing Studios
- Publisher
- ININ Games
- Released
- October 28, 2025
- Modes
- Single player
- Perspective
- Side view
- Engine
- Unity
IGDB rating 8.9/10 from 2 ratings.
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