Summary
Monkey Tales: The Princess of Sundara
Release year: 2000
Genre: Point-and-click adventure
Developer: Kheops Studio
Publisher: Ubisoft
Platforms: PC, Mac
Story:
The dragon Rinjin has kidnapped the very smart princess Ehimaya and holds her captive in an Arabian palace. Follow the trail of the dragon through the cellars of the palace, across the desert and oasis of Sundara, into the catacombs of the chapel where Rinjin is hiding.
Gameplay:
Monkey Tales: The Princess of Sundara is a point-and-click adventure game. The player controls two monkeys, Jojo and Mimi, as they travel through a variety of environments, solving puzzles and collecting items. The puzzles are mostly inventory-based, requiring the player to use items in the environment to progress.
The game features a unique art style that is inspired by traditional African art. The characters are all animals, and the environments are full of bright colors and intricate patterns. The game’s soundtrack is also very African-inspired, and it helps to create a truly immersive experience.
Characters:
- Jojo: A brave and resourceful monkey who is determined to save Princess Ehimaya.
- Mimi: A clever and agile monkey who is always ready to help Jojo.
- Princess Ehimaya: A beautiful and intelligent princess who is being held captive by the dragon Rinjin.
- Rinjin: A powerful and evil dragon who kidnapped Princess Ehimaya.
Puzzles:
The puzzles in Monkey Tales: The Princess of Sundara are mostly inventory-based, requiring the player to use items in the environment to progress. For example, in one puzzle, the player must use a key to open a door, and in another puzzle, the player must use a rope to climb up a wall.
The puzzles are generally not too difficult, but they can be challenging at times. However, the game provides a hint system that can help players who are stuck.
Graphics:
The graphics in Monkey Tales: The Princess of Sundara are very unique and stylized. The characters are all animals, and the environments are full of bright colors and intricate patterns. The game’s art style is inspired by traditional African art, and it helps to create a truly immersive experience.
Music:
The soundtrack in Monkey Tales: The Princess of Sundara is also very African-inspired. The music is upbeat and catchy, and it helps to create a sense of adventure and excitement.
Reception:
Monkey Tales: The Princess of Sundara was released to critical acclaim. The game was praised for its unique art style, its charming characters, and its challenging puzzles. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Legacy:
Monkey Tales: The Princess of Sundara is considered to be one of the best point-and-click adventure games ever made. The game’s unique art style, its charming characters, and its challenging puzzles have made it a classic among fans of the genre.
Overall:
Monkey Tales: The Princess of Sundara is a charming and challenging point-and-click adventure game. The game’s unique art style, its charming characters, and its challenging puzzles make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Review Score
8/10
