Return to Mysterious Island

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User Score
7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 37 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 37
  3. Negative: 4 out of 37
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  1. HarrieD.
    Nov 9, 2004
    7
    Nice game, but extremely short. I managed to finish it in about 4 to 5 hours, without ever having had the feeling I was rushing through it. It was just that: very short. Of course you can play it again and then try to gain more bonuspoints, but, to me, the game was not good enough to try that.
  2. I_Am_Turok
    Apr 13, 2014
    6
    At 2014, 10 years on, is this game worth your time if you get it free or very cheap like $2? Well, yes in many ways, a nice way to spend 3-4 hours (it's short). Cons first, you need to get used to bad inventory management, and fixed mouse in centre of screen makes for a lot of blurring during screen scraping areas. Such was the way then. On the plus side, the music is nice, the story isAt 2014, 10 years on, is this game worth your time if you get it free or very cheap like $2? Well, yes in many ways, a nice way to spend 3-4 hours (it's short). Cons first, you need to get used to bad inventory management, and fixed mouse in centre of screen makes for a lot of blurring during screen scraping areas. Such was the way then. On the plus side, the music is nice, the story is silly but fun, they made the most of the colours and visuals, and some of the puzzles are good. I preferred the third person view of games from then like Siberia. But that's minor. For fans of point-and-click who like to revisit these more basic games from time to time, I'd recommend it and my score reflects that approach.… Expand
  3. JosU.
    Nov 9, 2004
    10
    Superb, if you like siberia, you'll love this game finally a nice adventure game.
  4. AndrieuxQ.
    Nov 6, 2004
    10
    Very nice Game.
  5. asdgqw23
    Mar 4, 2015
    8
    Great game and I like this inventory system they used in some of their games. This was the first point & click game that I was able play through with out guide. That being said, this is a very short game, which is unfortunate. You can make it play longer, if you try to collect bonus points to unlock concept art.

    Overall this game was a little bit of an disappointment due to its    Great game and I like this inventory system they used in some of their games. This was the first point & click game that I was able play through with out guide. That being said, this is a very short game, which is unfortunate. You can make it play longer, if you try to collect bonus points to unlock concept art.

    Overall this game was a little bit of an disappointment due to its shortness. I'm still thinking, what those useless items in my inventory were for. And I swear that I tried right items in right spots many times, but for a time and position of stars etc being wrong, them didn't apply. And I know that there were some items I was looking for for a long time, but never found... (Maybe I should play this again and think of puzzles different way?) Other than that, there is not much bad things to say about - graphics are good, audio not too cheesy and atmosphere is there.    … Expand
  6. DailyGaming
    Mar 4, 2016
    10
    A superb game, The story and the graphics are quite decent. But what really captures my heart is the soundtrack. It just gives the game a more "Mysterious" feeling. Great job.
  7. Al89ex
    Feb 13, 2018
    10
    The game has beautiful graphic, soundtrack and gameplay It's worth playing even novadays
  8. Yriy_Expert
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    12/10 на кончиках пальцев. В этой игре совмещены прекрасная графика, проработанный сюжет и возможность напоить обезьяну самогоном, а геймплей затмевает все недоработки. Эта игра буквально научила меня выживать (бьюсь об заклад что Беар Грилз играл а неё в детстве), благодаря этой игре я стал тем человеком которым являюсь, это однозначно лучшая игра тысячилетия. Не возможно сыграть в эту12/10 на кончиках пальцев. В этой игре совмещены прекрасная графика, проработанный сюжет и возможность напоить обезьяну самогоном, а геймплей затмевает все недоработки. Эта игра буквально научила меня выживать (бьюсь об заклад что Беар Грилз играл а неё в детстве), благодаря этой игре я стал тем человеком которым являюсь, это однозначно лучшая игра тысячилетия. Не возможно сыграть в эту игру хоть раз и не подсесть на всю жизнь. Это моё личное мнение и я не признаю другое. Спасибо за внимание!… Expand
  9. TodJonson
    Mar 17, 2022
    10
    Игра из детства! Здорово помогает освоить 3d пространство, разработать логику и любовь к природе. Если брать во внимание и вторую часть, то сюжет заставляет задуматься о двойственности этого мира, что ничего не происходит просто так, ведь у всего есть последствия и чтобы что-то получить придётся чем-то пожертвовать.Игра из детства! Здорово помогает освоить 3d пространство, разработать логику и любовь к природе. Если брать во внимание и вторую часть, то сюжет заставляет задуматься о двойственности этого мира, что ничего не происходит просто так, ведь у всего есть последствия и чтобы что-то получить придётся чем-то пожертвовать.

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#50 Best PC Game of 2004
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#78 Most Discussed PC Game of 2004

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Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
  1. PC Gameworld
    90
    A fantastic point-and-click adventure game that both long time fans of the genre and newcomers will enjoy.
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  2. Adventure Gamers
    80
    Tailor-made for inventory lovers, but plenty here for every adventure gamer to enjoy. It's simple and modest, but offers great value for your gaming dollar.
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  3. Just Adventure
    100
    A great way to rediscover a Jules Verne classic. If the idea of overcoming nature’s challenges, surviving in a forgotten land, and unlocking the mysteries of an exotic island interest you, do not miss this game.
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