The Curse of Monkey Island

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  1. DanT.
    Dec 6, 2008
    10
    A piece of gaming history. The Curse of Monkey Island (CMI) featured a pionary graphics engine that redefined the benchmarks of the period with its unique, cartoon-like, yet extrenely appealing style. Hillarity and replayability are a given; even in 2008, 11 years after it's release, this is still a fantastic game that can stand proudly alongside many of the latest releases in the A piece of gaming history. The Curse of Monkey Island (CMI) featured a pionary graphics engine that redefined the benchmarks of the period with its unique, cartoon-like, yet extrenely appealing style. Hillarity and replayability are a given; even in 2008, 11 years after it's release, this is still a fantastic game that can stand proudly alongside many of the latest releases in the collection of any hardcore and casual gamers alike.… Expand
  2. DanielM.
    Jul 22, 2009
    10
    One of the best adventures ever made! The music is great. The humor is hilarious. The puzzles a sometimes hard, but you can solve them, if you think a little crazy...just like in every other Monkey island game. The Graphics are beutiful. I wish a modern adventure would be as great as this, but there are none.
  3. wesker2012
    Jan 2, 2014
    10
    Classic LucasArts point and click adventure masterpiece. Beautiful drawing, hilarious dialogue, great adventure, great puzzles, awesome voice acting, great music.
  4. juricasaravanja
    Oct 30, 2013
    10
    The unbelievable game. So much joy and humor. I love it. It is for me the game which stays in my top 10 list. Bravo again for the Lucas Art team. Superb.
  5. Lecundra
    Jun 21, 2014
    10
    One of the all-time classics of adventure gaming. While some adventure games had challenge and some sought to imbue a sense of wonder (mostly through graphics), Curse of Monkey Island had everything, from humour to adventure while being able to develop characters. Can anyone forget having a banjo shredoff with Edward Van Helgen or tossing logs against Haggis McMutton?
  6. fuzioN
    Sep 8, 2014
    10
    Best game I've ever played (and trust me, I've played a lot). If you love adventure point and click games half as much as I do, please consider playing this wonderful masterpiece. Best chapter of the Lucasart series imo, by far.
  7. tsakiym
    May 21, 2015
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I do not have to say anything. But i need to write one hundred and fifty characters. i think my score can describe it.................................… Expand
  8. ThecriticGoD
    Mar 7, 2016
    10
    The definition of perfection in a graphic adventure game. Smooth and intuitive gameplay, very cool graphics, very nice storyline, impressive soundtrack, interesting and sometimes frustrating (but that's the core of graphic adventures) puzzles, great characters, and all that mixed with a very funny sense of humour, definetely a MUST experience for graphic adventure lovers, and for everyoneThe definition of perfection in a graphic adventure game. Smooth and intuitive gameplay, very cool graphics, very nice storyline, impressive soundtrack, interesting and sometimes frustrating (but that's the core of graphic adventures) puzzles, great characters, and all that mixed with a very funny sense of humour, definetely a MUST experience for graphic adventure lovers, and for everyone that likes videogames really.… Expand
  9. kalaptarto
    Mar 27, 2018
    10
    Best point and click adventure game ever made. The characters, writing, graphics are spot on and the voice acting is excellent. This game has an atmosphere to it like no others made before or after. Even though the original creators of Monkey 1 & 2 were not (as) involved in the making of this sequel, It has everything in it from it's legacy and done in the best way possible. Even if youBest point and click adventure game ever made. The characters, writing, graphics are spot on and the voice acting is excellent. This game has an atmosphere to it like no others made before or after. Even though the original creators of Monkey 1 & 2 were not (as) involved in the making of this sequel, It has everything in it from it's legacy and done in the best way possible. Even if you played through this game a dozen times it's fun to pick up and just look at the beautiful graphics, listen to the excellent lines and soundtrack, and explore the rustic charms of Blood Island.… Expand
  10. Totemic
    Oct 16, 2019
    10
    This game is an all-time classic for me. Simple but compelling story with solid, memorable characters and really funny dialogue. Some great clever puzzles with the right amount of difficulty, and you can get hints in-game through dialogue if you're stuck. Amazing soundtrack and excellent voice acting. Endlessly replayable despite its linearity. Wonderful cartoony graphics with charmingThis game is an all-time classic for me. Simple but compelling story with solid, memorable characters and really funny dialogue. Some great clever puzzles with the right amount of difficulty, and you can get hints in-game through dialogue if you're stuck. Amazing soundtrack and excellent voice acting. Endlessly replayable despite its linearity. Wonderful cartoony graphics with charming beautiful backgrounds by Bill Tiller. What's not to love?
    (the rushed ending due to time constraints probably, still an amazing game.)    … Expand
  11. M_Alex
    Mar 26, 2011
    10
    Great adventure game, the pinnacle of a certain style within the genre. I actually prefer it to the second part, and consider it at least just as good as the first one. If someone is into playing the classics of gaming, i do believe this one should be in there.
  12. davenbettridge
    Sep 13, 2011
    8
    While being a departure to the style of the first 2 monkey island games which had a darker tone, The Curse of Monkey is one of the best Lucas Art adventure games of the 90s. Having very memorable game moments, very funny witty humour, great atmospheric music, and beautiful styled graphics - I love the warped environment style and its one of my favourite art styles all of gaming. CurseWhile being a departure to the style of the first 2 monkey island games which had a darker tone, The Curse of Monkey is one of the best Lucas Art adventure games of the 90s. Having very memorable game moments, very funny witty humour, great atmospheric music, and beautiful styled graphics - I love the warped environment style and its one of my favourite art styles all of gaming. Curse really used the pirate theme well, Pirates of the Caribbean clearly borrowed ideas, themes and characters from the Curse of Monkey Island. The music is original, interesting and memorable and the song half way through this game is one of my most beloved moments in video games. Unfortunately like most Lucas Art adventure games - the final act of the game was rushed, did not wrap of the story as it should and had a disappointingly short ending. Nevertheless, The Curse of Monkey Island is one of my favourites! A pirate I was meant to be! Trim the sails and roam the sea!… Expand
  13. Neth3rtwist
    Mar 13, 2014
    10
    I remember being 9 and had already played the likes of Island of Dr Brain, Super Solvers, Eco Quest, Some other Sierra games, and Myst. I wouldn't say I was in love with the adventure genre, as I'd love a good game of Doom or Quake over these titles anyday. Then came along The Curse of Monkey Island. Wow, did my perception of adventure gaming change. Sadly, the game was so good andI remember being 9 and had already played the likes of Island of Dr Brain, Super Solvers, Eco Quest, Some other Sierra games, and Myst. I wouldn't say I was in love with the adventure genre, as I'd love a good game of Doom or Quake over these titles anyday. Then came along The Curse of Monkey Island. Wow, did my perception of adventure gaming change. Sadly, the game was so good and masterful that it raised the bar for adventure gaming tenfold. Not even Monkey Island 4 could capture the masterful artwork and humor of its predecessor. No other point-and-click game would ever challenge this title's illustrious perfection. Find a way to play it. Now.… Expand
  14. Tubey
    Sep 27, 2016
    10
    This, along with Grim Fandango, are two of the greatest games of any generation ever made. But what makes this one just about superior in my book is the fact that, 19 years after it was made, it still holds up as well as the day it was made. The hand drawn 2D style is so timeless that if this came out now, people would not bat an eyelid. It's so good in fact that while other games in thisThis, along with Grim Fandango, are two of the greatest games of any generation ever made. But what makes this one just about superior in my book is the fact that, 19 years after it was made, it still holds up as well as the day it was made. The hand drawn 2D style is so timeless that if this came out now, people would not bat an eyelid. It's so good in fact that while other games in this series have actually required a remaster to be playable to a modern audience (and Day of the Tentacle, come to think of it - all excellent games), this one doesn't.

    What it does need though is a way to be playable on modern systems without a program called ScummVM. If it were re-released on GOG or whatever, this would be an instant buy for me.

    The humour in this title is stunning, the puzzles bizarre yet logical, the characters are exceptional and... it's just perfection, it really is.

    The age of the point and click adventure is long gone sadly, but I am always happy to say that the glut of them we had throughout the 90s raised the bar so high that they couldn't foreseeably have been beaten anyway, so they went out on a high note.

    Eternal thanks to LucasArts from this gamer for both the memories of first playing this with my jaw permanently dropped at the experience, and the fact I have replayed it once every two years on average since release with the same feeling of joy.    … Expand
  15. Techenz
    Jun 28, 2012
    10
    @ DavidD if I met you I would flat out kick you in the balls. Besides that, this game is 100% classic, with a awesome visuals style and atmospheric music this game will never get old... Makes me want to start playing it again >:D
  16. jerrypatel_07
    Oct 17, 2012
    10
    The best monkey island game in my humble opinion. A unique plot involving guybrush and elaine leading to hilarious circumstances. Great performance by Le'chuck in this one
  17. Viperspider
    Feb 28, 2014
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played. For those of you that don't know, The Curse of Monkey Island (CMI or MI3) is a point-and-click puzzle game where the player solves puzzles by collecting and combining items and using those items to do solve a problem.

    The game has an extremely simple control scheme, it's entirely mouse controlled and extremely easy to get used to. The art style is    One of the best games I've ever played. For those of you that don't know, The Curse of Monkey Island (CMI or MI3) is a point-and-click puzzle game where the player solves puzzles by collecting and combining items and using those items to do solve a problem.

    The game has an extremely simple control scheme, it's entirely mouse controlled and extremely easy to get used to. The art style is incredibly charming and pleasing to look at. The art consists of what seems to be beautifully hand-painted environments and cartoon like sprites for objects that move. The game is fully voiced and has some superb dialogue with some great voice acting. There are so many jokes to be heard and laughs to be had. The story is great too, I particularly enjoyed Blood Island, and there is variety in gameplay which stops the game from becoming repetitive somewhere in the middle of the game. The puzzles can be hard, but are satisfying to complete. For those of you who like a challenge there is a game mode with more puzzles (recommended!!)

    CMI is an incredible game, I would recommend this game to anyone.    … Expand
  18. ManiaK
    Apr 6, 2013
    10
    Best adventure game (along with "The Longest Journey"), and one of the best game ever made. This is the funniest game out there: every single line of dialogue is to die for! Characters, situations and puzzles are priceless. It features the most ergonomic interface of the genre. Graphics, animations and art style are still great and always will be, like an old fashioned Disney cartoon.Best adventure game (along with "The Longest Journey"), and one of the best game ever made. This is the funniest game out there: every single line of dialogue is to die for! Characters, situations and puzzles are priceless. It features the most ergonomic interface of the genre. Graphics, animations and art style are still great and always will be, like an old fashioned Disney cartoon. Music, sounds and actors' voicing are really good.… Expand
  19. Valter
    Nov 11, 2019
    10
    It's the best adventure game ever. I'm confused why they haven't release a remastered version of it yet.
  20. Dredd4DoM
    Oct 16, 2017
    10
    It is a must-play classic game , it is the best game of the monkey island series in my opinion , it has nice and unique graphics , there is a huge quality soundtrack for every place you go and characters are beloved , there are great puzzles , funny dialogues and easter eggs from other games too. The audio just fits there wherever you go.
    Voice acting is AWESOME for every character. it is    It is a must-play classic game , it is the best game of the monkey island series in my opinion , it has nice and unique graphics , there is a huge quality soundtrack for every place you go and characters are beloved , there are great puzzles , funny dialogues and easter eggs from other games too. The audio just fits there wherever you go.
    Voice acting is AWESOME for every character. it is by far the best game as you can enjoy the big work from developers in every frame.
    Monkey 4 and 5 have nothing to do with this 2,5D game. I wish more Monkey games like this will be released in the future that are worked in story and puzzles.

    You will love it even if you don't like pirate or adventure games

    LEGEN ... DARY

    Arrrgghhhh... ahhhh... ahhhh... AHHHH...
    CHOOOO!    … Expand
  21. Agathra
    Oct 5, 2019
    10
    LucasArts adventure games were among the first computer games I played (that weren't y'know, Snake or Oregon Trail or played in an arcade...) Monkey Island is still my favorite of all the games, and MI3 my favorite of the MIs. This was some pretty amazing art at the time, jumping from 2 to this, but even today I still love it because I think it matches fantastically well with the brightLucasArts adventure games were among the first computer games I played (that weren't y'know, Snake or Oregon Trail or played in an arcade...) Monkey Island is still my favorite of all the games, and MI3 my favorite of the MIs. This was some pretty amazing art at the time, jumping from 2 to this, but even today I still love it because I think it matches fantastically well with the bright silliness of the MI universe itself. Great dialogue, characters, story, music... I've played this countless times and I never get tired of it.… Expand
  22. szarywilq
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    One of the best adventure games ever made. Great story and humor, music and design. Perfection!
  23. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    9
    'The classic game'. This and its second part are the best graphic adventures I've ever played. A story of pirates with humor and puzzles. What more could you want.
  24. DavidD
    Feb 3, 2009
    0
    This is by far the worst game of all time. Anyone who likes to play this game needs to get a life and grow up, unless your a kid and then I can see that you would like this. It has the worst music of anything I have ever heard and the characters are so freaking retarded they make me want to hurt someone. If I could I would flat out slap the creator in the face.
  25. AC
    Jul 27, 2009
    7
    There is little else to be said about the quality of the remake, graphically and audibly. It is superb. Character animations, voice acting, and backdrops look terrific. The most significant problem with the game is little of the game play was changed. The obscure non-sensical puzzles are all still there. Pixel hunting, interactable environmental objects that do not light up when There is little else to be said about the quality of the remake, graphically and audibly. It is superb. Character animations, voice acting, and backdrops look terrific. The most significant problem with the game is little of the game play was changed. The obscure non-sensical puzzles are all still there. Pixel hunting, interactable environmental objects that do not light up when mouse-overed, annoying 9 action verb selection, and some eye rolling solutions make this an unfortunately poor adventure game that pales in comparison to The Longest Journey, Grim Fandango, and other staples of the series. Maybe nostalgics would complain heresy if the above annoyances were fixed. Which is sad, as a new generation of gamers will miss out on a genre that is begging for a revival.… Expand
  26. TiagoMoreno
    Aug 25, 2011
    10
    LEGENDARY! The BEST game I`ve ever played. Funny, thoroughly enjoyable and clever! Not to mention the great dialogues, amazing songs (the opening theme of the series, in particular) and unique graphics and scenarios!
  27. ShakeelA.
    Mar 6, 2006
    10
    This game is amazing!when i first played this game.i hanged in the 3rd part.but now.I know how to get to the other island but unfortunatly my CD becomes a piece of junk i want this for anything!
  28. Member27
    Jun 24, 2004
    10
    I regularly boot this game up and play through it one more time. It is hilarious, fun and challenging with kick ass cartoon graphics (that have hardly aged; unlike its sub-par sequel), fantastic voice acting and possibly the most memorable music score in gaming history. I honestly believe that everyone should play this game at least once. Adventure games do not get much better than this I regularly boot this game up and play through it one more time. It is hilarious, fun and challenging with kick ass cartoon graphics (that have hardly aged; unlike its sub-par sequel), fantastic voice acting and possibly the most memorable music score in gaming history. I honestly believe that everyone should play this game at least once. Adventure games do not get much better than this folks. I would even go as far to say that it tops the Secret of Monkey Island.… Expand
  29. Alex
    Feb 20, 2005
    10
    There's a reason there are 4 games in the Monkey Island series. they all rule! and CMI is no exception. it may be the best of them all, in fact. if you're into the downright funny (and sometimes random) puzzle game stuff, then why are you even waiting to buy this game?
  30. WillT
    Jul 17, 2009
    10
    If you are an adventure game lover, I would recommend this as one of the shining examples of how great they can be. The art direction is simply spectacular, with so much fine detail that it is impossible to take in in one sitting. The music, composed by Michael Land, is some of the least-instrusive I have ever heard. It fits the game so perfectly and I often find myself humming 'A If you are an adventure game lover, I would recommend this as one of the shining examples of how great they can be. The art direction is simply spectacular, with so much fine detail that it is impossible to take in in one sitting. The music, composed by Michael Land, is some of the least-instrusive I have ever heard. It fits the game so perfectly and I often find myself humming 'A pirate I was meant to be'. The puzzles can be a little difficult at some points on hard, but the payoff jokes are always worth it.… Expand
  31. JeremyC.
    Aug 19, 2004
    10
    If you are familiar with monkey island you know why this game rocks, if not then you should buy all 4 monkey island games and get with the program!
  32. P.V.
    Aug 5, 2004
    10
    It's just fun!!The backgrounds are beautiful!! This game is incredible good!!
  33. TomM.
    Mar 15, 2007
    10
    I can't say much... its simply too good to be true. How old is this game? -And still so good. Its a simple game but still some of the best I have ever played, the humour the charachters, you cant antything but love Guybrush and everything else, you have to try it. I'm speechless.
  34. PaulW.
    Nov 16, 2008
    10
    A 9.9 rating (surely 10 really) won't be surprising to those, like me, who find the level of animation and voice work in Curse of Monkey Island to be unsurpassed but Ron Gilbert, who was behind the first 2 games, didn't want anything to do with this one and still won't speak in its praise. Sure, it's easier than the first 2 games but I'd prefer to see the whole of A 9.9 rating (surely 10 really) won't be surprising to those, like me, who find the level of animation and voice work in Curse of Monkey Island to be unsurpassed but Ron Gilbert, who was behind the first 2 games, didn't want anything to do with this one and still won't speak in its praise. Sure, it's easier than the first 2 games but I'd prefer to see the whole of a game anyway. It essentially delivers on all the the promises laid down and only slightly delivered by 'Dragon's Lair'- it's a game that gives you the opportunity to wallow in a superb cartoon. A particular highlight to me was the island in the shape of a duck. This game was nearly made into a film orginally. It's film's loss and a truly unique addition to gaming that remains overlooked by most dullard PC gamers obsessed with games with stats or FPS.… Expand
  35. TomR.
    Mar 29, 2008
    10
    I'm in love with Monkey Island. Seriously. We're getting married.
  36. BenH.
    Aug 25, 2005
    10
    Hilariously funny! Tones of hidden jokes and funny cut-scenes. You can play it again and again many times and it never looses its charm.
  37. ColbyA.
    Dec 21, 2007
    10
    Another one of the great point-n-click adventure games. Monkey Island, the entire series, is simply one of, if not the best of its category games I've EVER played. Incredibly funny, great character and storyline development, and sophisticated humor (meaning it doesn't make a bunch of bathroom jokes). LucasArts, how I love you.
  38. Lara
    Dec 17, 2004
    10
    Fabulous game! Best game in the series! I recommend getting all 4 games right away!!
  39. ChoicestGames
    Feb 15, 2019
    8
    Unlike other films and games of my youth, The Curse of Monkey Island is still as entertaining now as it was when I originally fell in love with the game. A combination of beautiful animations, a hilarious plot, memorable characters, exceptional voice acting and a quality soundtrack means you've got yourself a classic Lucasarts point 'n' click adventure that stands the test of time. PuzzleUnlike other films and games of my youth, The Curse of Monkey Island is still as entertaining now as it was when I originally fell in love with the game. A combination of beautiful animations, a hilarious plot, memorable characters, exceptional voice acting and a quality soundtrack means you've got yourself a classic Lucasarts point 'n' click adventure that stands the test of time. Puzzle solutions can be tricky for newcomers to the Monkey Island franchise though and the rushed ending can cast a pall on what is otherwise an excellent adventure game.… Expand
  40. BFM
    Aug 15, 2014
    9
    What a masterpiece.
    Let's get the only problem out of the way:
    This isn't Monkey Island 3. This is neither the successor to Monkey Island 2, nor the conclusion of Ron Gilbert's Monkey Island trillogy. This answers no questions, and doesn't in any way satisfy the hunger for a real Monkey island. But oh boy, this is one of the best Adventure games and Video games in general of all    What a masterpiece.
    Let's get the only problem out of the way:

    This isn't Monkey Island 3.
    This is neither the successor to Monkey Island 2, nor the conclusion of Ron Gilbert's Monkey Island trillogy.
    This answers no questions, and doesn't in any way satisfy the hunger for a real Monkey island.

    But oh boy, this is one of the best Adventure games and Video games in general of all time.
    This was made by fans of Monkey Island and Adventure games, with an rediculous amount of love and production value. You can see it as the worlds greatest fan-game.

    I think I first played this around 1999 as an small child.
    And since them, I play this game at least once a year.
    Allthough I know the solution to all puzzels, I sill find this game to be A+ entertainment, and always discover some new detail, I've overlooked before.

    This game offers great dialoge, beautiful scenery, a superb soundtrack, great characters, professional and matching voice acting, good puzzles, a good coin-based interface, timeless humor, beautiful artwork and animation, nice divesion, and a truly great journey.

    This game may never fill the gape that rose when Ron Gilbert lost control over the IP, but it will be one of the greatest and funniest games of all time for generations to come.    … Expand
  41. spikeq
    Dec 11, 2014
    8
    While this game is great, I don't think it is the best in the series. DO NOT THINK I HATE THIS GAME. I love this game! It has so many memorable, funny and great moments with excellent writing and graphics. It has a brilliant soundtrack and one of the best songs in gaming of all time. However, this does not have the sharp wit its predecessors held close, and seems more of a fan made MonkeyWhile this game is great, I don't think it is the best in the series. DO NOT THINK I HATE THIS GAME. I love this game! It has so many memorable, funny and great moments with excellent writing and graphics. It has a brilliant soundtrack and one of the best songs in gaming of all time. However, this does not have the sharp wit its predecessors held close, and seems more of a fan made Monkey Island than anything, but in a respectful way to the originals.

    Take for example 'Act 3'. Without giving away too much, this starts off strong and enjoyable, a masterpiece in gaming. This turns into 'Sid Meiers Pirates!' like game-play with having to take down ships, followed by beating their captains in a sword fight using not attacks, but insults. No violence, just pure comic relief. There is clever writing to this part, but soon it all becomes repetitive and boring. The first game did this as well, yet managed to be fun and enjoyable, with no delay. Here, its a chore. Also the ending is rushed beyond belief, and sticks out like a sore thumb.

    In conclusion, the first and second games in the franchise are better than this, both retro and special editions. However, I still strongly recommend giving this game a try if you can get your hands on it, whether you are new to the series or not.    … Expand
  42. bskierys
    Jun 2, 2019
    8
    I'm surprised how well this game holds after 20 years. The hand-drawn graphics still does the job well. And even if I think of it as the worst of all three games I played in the series, it is still a great poin&click game that I can recommend to almost anybody. One of the best I have ever played, to be honest.
    The humor is hilarious in this one as in the previous ones. The puzzles and    I'm surprised how well this game holds after 20 years. The hand-drawn graphics still does the job well. And even if I think of it as the worst of all three games I played in the series, it is still a great poin&click game that I can recommend to almost anybody. One of the best I have ever played, to be honest.
    The humor is hilarious in this one as in the previous ones. The puzzles and story are just fun to play. The characters are memorable and likable. I wish there were more games like this one.    … Expand
  43. ComandanteCobra
    Oct 21, 2021
    9
    Funny, great localizations (I tried Italian), still enjoyable today
    Try it, it one of the great games of point and click adventures sunset era
  44. damaso7
    May 7, 2021
    8
    Great soundtrack. Very nice looking backgrounds. Good sense of humour and reasonable level of difficulty.
  45. bancandrei
    May 14, 2020
    9
    One of the greatest adventure games of all time. Was not a fan of the art style at first but it aged really well. The puzzles are silly, but the story does get to be engaging. Ultimately it is maybe the best humorous game.
  46. Muffy2
    Nov 13, 2020
    10
    An amazing game, the art-style is unique and looks fantastic, the point-and-click game-play is very fun and it has a great coin-menu, that is very good for these types of games(and I, at least, haven't seen it in any other game, would have loved to also have it in the other Monkey Island games, but I think this one is the only one that uses this system.)

    The music is awesome and fits    An amazing game, the art-style is unique and looks fantastic, the point-and-click game-play is very fun and it has a great coin-menu, that is very good for these types of games(and I, at least, haven't seen it in any other game, would have loved to also have it in the other Monkey Island games, but I think this one is the only one that uses this system.)

    The music is awesome and fits perfectly the style of the game and the settings, as well as the environmental effects, which are very well used in the scenes to create atmosphere. The voice-acting is brilliant, and I would especially credit the person who voiced Guybrush, who is just such a loveable character and the voice fits perfect.

    Puzzels are fun and varied, and can also get very hard at the mega-monkey difficulty.

    I can not find any faults with this game, and I actually find it as a perfect adventure game, and therefor I give it a perfect score! One of the best games of all time.    … Expand
  47. PenguinForSale
    Dec 13, 2020
    10
    Pirate point and click adventure with fun puzzles and typical, weird, awkward, morbid Monkey Island humor. This is my favorite of the series. The graphics are 100% different than in the first or second game, but this unique style is just perfect for the atmosphere. Even over 20 years after release i still love playing through The Curse Of Monkey Island now and then. So many good memoriesPirate point and click adventure with fun puzzles and typical, weird, awkward, morbid Monkey Island humor. This is my favorite of the series. The graphics are 100% different than in the first or second game, but this unique style is just perfect for the atmosphere. Even over 20 years after release i still love playing through The Curse Of Monkey Island now and then. So many good memories and a comforting, uplifting distraction from real life. It's a "simple" game (like point and click adventures usually are) but you can feel it has heart.
    A mus play for point and click adventurers!    … Expand
  48. Frozn
    Jan 3, 2021
    10
    I cant really add anything to the points already said in other reviews, but it was a really funny and enjoyable experience troughout the entire game and i was surprised by myself that i remembered nearly every thing and had to use the guide only to times
  49. ertyz
    Jan 13, 2022
    9
    very funny
    very funny game if I need to compare among all other games by the way.
  50. Topoide
    Aug 3, 2022
    8
    Un juego muy divertido y gracioso con muchas cosas interesante si te gustan este tipo de juegos
  51. Woolee
    Oct 9, 2021
    8
    A piece of gaming history. The Curse of Monkey Island (CMI) featured a pionary graphics engine that redefined the benchmarks of the period with its unique, cartoon-like, yet extrenel
  52. Xbluannax
    Nov 20, 2021
    8
    Such a classic game which I had in my youth love the storyline and the puzzles. Gotta love Guybrush.
  53. andyg33
    Nov 23, 2021
    9
    Was a pleasure to play as a kid there's not enough games quite like it. It's an adventure sim with many tales to tell and secrets to find
  54. BuddyGamer1000
    Dec 13, 2021
    10
    La saga Monkey Island es la mejor en toda la historia de las aventuras gráficas clásicas. Los millones de fans quisiéramos que Ron Gilbert y Tim Schaffer realicen una nueva entrega pronto.
  55. Nautalcritzsm64
    Jan 19, 2022
    9
    Un classico, il gioco a cui più sono legato dalla mia infanzia, rigiocandolo e finendolo per la prima volta mi sono accorto che il modo in cui questo ci fa usare gli oggetti e ci fa scervellare per anni su un pezzetto del gioco e invecchiato male, al giorno d'oggi si basa tutto sulla pazienza, più ne hai e meno ti viene l'impulso di cercare risposte su youtube, io ho giocato in questo modoUn classico, il gioco a cui più sono legato dalla mia infanzia, rigiocandolo e finendolo per la prima volta mi sono accorto che il modo in cui questo ci fa usare gli oggetti e ci fa scervellare per anni su un pezzetto del gioco e invecchiato male, al giorno d'oggi si basa tutto sulla pazienza, più ne hai e meno ti viene l'impulso di cercare risposte su youtube, io ho giocato in questo modo perché la logica e io siamo ai poli opposti, continuerò ad amare ciò nonostante melee island e i suoi bizzarri personaggi… Expand
  56. GoldCrusader
    Mar 14, 2022
    9
    This game is amazing. Has been my fav game for a long time and i revisited it. I got to admit, I still enjoyed it and had a fun time. The dialog is funny, the puzzles are very good, the characters are very charming and the art style has that disney feel to it. It's main downside is the fact that if you play it on a high end monitor, the game looks like a pixelated mess, but you can'tThis game is amazing. Has been my fav game for a long time and i revisited it. I got to admit, I still enjoyed it and had a fun time. The dialog is funny, the puzzles are very good, the characters are very charming and the art style has that disney feel to it. It's main downside is the fact that if you play it on a high end monitor, the game looks like a pixelated mess, but you can't expect a game from 1997 to hold up to today's graphical standards.
    All in all, if you like point and click adventure games and/or pirates, you simply have to play this game.    … Expand
  57. Real_Deal_120
    May 2, 2022
    10
    At first, I thought that this game would cast a curse upon me, turn me into a monkey or something. But no, it really did not.

    This game is beyond being decent. It has its great moments, interesting puzzles and game mechanisms that you cannot find on today's game market. It is and will be remembered as a classic. Anyways, I couldn't be bothered to type more in this over-exaggerated    At first, I thought that this game would cast a curse upon me, turn me into a monkey or something. But no, it really did not.

    This game is beyond being decent. It has its great moments, interesting puzzles and game mechanisms that you cannot find on today's game market. It is and will be remembered as a classic.

    Anyways, I couldn't be bothered to type more in this over-exaggerated manner. Just take my word for it, this game is awesome.    … Expand
  58. lonepi6180
    Dec 10, 2022
    9
    Best adventure game all time. I finished this game many times. I recommend this game to everyone.
  59. kamiskam
    Feb 24, 2023
    10
    For me an unachievable ideal of a video game and storytelling. Awesome humor, art style and characters.
  60. NLForkNL
    Sep 10, 2023
    10
    Absolute beauty this one. Not even Metacritic can silence me here. Get wrecked.
  61. Keron_Heruman
    Aug 25, 2023
    9
    Great adventure game, with the acid humor of always in the saga and with fun puzzles, maybe not well aged

Awards & Rankings

5
#5 Best PC Game of 1997
2
#2 Most Discussed PC Game of 1997
2
#2 Most Shared PC Game of 1997

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. PC Gamer
    95
    If this isn't destined to be a classic, I'll swallow a cutlass. [Feb 1998, p.95]
  2. Adventure Gamers
    70
    However good the game is, it must be said that it is far too short, and the ending is a little rushed. Two days of gameplay is simply not enough for a modern adventure game.
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  3. Gamezilla!
    95
    Whether you're looking for a good adventure, or just a good laugh, beautiful animation, or great sound, there's something for everyone in this game. It is an excellent value, and will certainly become a gaming classic.
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