Summary
- Platforms: Amstrad CPC
- Publishers: Codemasters
Frankenstein Jnr.: A Monstrously Good Time
Frankenstein Jnr. is a delightful horror game that’s both funny and spooky. It’s a must-play for fans of the classic film and puzzle adventure games.
You play as Victor Frankenstein, the grandson of the original mad scientist. Victor is a bit of a klutz, but he’s also a brilliant inventor. When he inherits his grandfather’s castle, he decides to follow in his footsteps and create a monster.
But things don’t go quite according to plan. Victor’s monster is a bit of a mess. He’s missing a few body parts, and he’s not very smart. But Victor is determined to fix his creation, and he sets out on a quest to find the missing parts.
Along the way, Victor will encounter a cast of strange and wonderful characters. There’s Igor, the hunchbacked assistant; Inga, the beautiful but deadly vampire; and Fritz, the talking dog. Victor will also have to face off against a variety of monsters, including zombies, werewolves, and even the Frankenstein monster himself.
Frankenstein Jnr. is a puzzle adventure game at its core. Victor will need to use his wits to solve puzzles and progress through the game. The puzzles are clever and challenging, but they’re never unfair.
The game’s world is full of secrets to discover. Victor can find hidden items, unlock new areas, and even play minigames. There’s a lot of replayability here, as players can explore different paths and endings.
The game’s graphics are charming and stylized. The characters are expressive and the environments are detailed. The game’s soundtrack is also excellent, with a mix of creepy and catchy tunes.
Overall, Frankenstein Jnr. is a delightful horror game that’s sure to please fans of the classic film and puzzle adventure games. It’s funny, spooky, and challenging, with a lot of replayability.
Gameplay
Frankenstein Jnr. is a point-and-click adventure game. Players control Victor Frankenstein as he explores his grandfather’s castle and the surrounding area. Victor can interact with objects in the environment, talk to other characters, and solve puzzles.
The game’s puzzles are clever and challenging, but they’re never unfair. Players will need to use their wits to solve puzzles and progress through the game.
The game’s world is full of secrets to discover. Victor can find hidden items, unlock new areas, and even play minigames. There’s a lot of replayability here, as players can explore different paths and endings.
Characters
- Victor Frankenstein: The grandson of the original mad scientist. Victor is a bit of a klutz, but he’s also a brilliant inventor.
- Igor: Victor’s hunchbacked assistant. Igor is loyal and helpful, but he’s also a bit of a coward.
- Inga: A beautiful but deadly vampire. Inga is attracted to Victor, but she’s also dangerous.
- Fritz: A talking dog. Fritz is Victor’s best friend. He’s always there to help Victor, even when things get tough.
Setting
Frankenstein Jnr. is set in the fictional town of Transylvania. The town is full of strange and wonderful characters, including zombies, werewolves, and vampires.
The game’s world is full of secrets to discover. Victor can find hidden items, unlock new areas, and even play minigames. There’s a lot of replayability here, as players can explore different paths and endings.
Story
Victor Frankenstein inherits his grandfather’s castle and decides to follow in his footsteps and create a monster. But things don’t go quite according to plan. Victor’s monster is a bit of a mess, and he’s missing a few body parts.
Victor sets out on a quest to find the missing parts for his monster. Along the way, he’ll encounter a cast of strange and wonderful characters, including Igor, Inga, and Fritz. Victor will also have to face off against a variety of monsters, including zombies, werewolves, and even the Frankenstein monster himself.
Themes
Frankenstein Jnr. explores a number of themes, including the dangers of science, the importance of family, and the power of friendship.
The game’s story is a cautionary tale about the dangers of science. Victor’s grandfather was a brilliant scientist, but he was also a madman. Victor’s own experiments are more successful, but they still come with a price.
The game also explores the importance of family. Victor is an orphan, but he finds a new family in Igor, Inga, and Fritz. These characters are always there for Victor, even when things get tough.
Finally, the game explores the power of friendship. Victor’s friends are his greatest strength. They help him to overcome obstacles, defeat monsters, and achieve his goals.
Conclusion
Frankenstein Jnr. is a delightful horror game that’s sure to please fans of the classic film and puzzle adventure games. It’s funny, spooky, and challenging, with a lot of replayability.
Review Score
7.5/10
