Summary
- Release Year: 2009
- Genres: Adventure, Point-and-click
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Silver Style Entertainment
Simon the Sorcerer 5: Who’d Even Want Contact?! (2009)
Introduction
Simon the Sorcerer 5: Who’d Even Want Contact?! is a point-and-click adventure game developed by Silver Style Entertainment and published by Adventure Soft in 2009. It is the fifth installment in the Simon the Sorcerer series, and the first to be developed without the involvement of series creator Simon Woodroffe.
The game follows Simon the Sorcerer as he is transported to a futuristic space world inhabited by aliens. Simon has lost his memory, and the player must help him recover it while also navigating the strange and often hilarious world of the future.
Gameplay
Simon the Sorcerer 5 is a classic point-and-click adventure game. The player controls Simon as he explores the game world, interacts with objects and characters, and solves puzzles. The game features a variety of puzzles, from simple inventory puzzles to more complex logic puzzles.
The game world is divided into a number of different locations, each with its own unique set of characters and puzzles. Simon must travel between these locations in order to progress through the game.
Story
Simon the Sorcerer 5 begins with Simon being transported to a futuristic space world by a group of aliens. Simon has lost his memory, and the aliens believe that he may be the key to defeating an evil alien overlord.
Simon is joined on his adventure by a cast of quirky and memorable characters, including a talking dog, a robot, and a space princess. Together, they must travel across the galaxy, recover Simon’s memory, and defeat the evil alien overlord.
Characters
- Simon the Sorcerer: The protagonist of the game. Simon is a young sorcerer who has lost his memory.
- Calico: A talking dog who is Simon’s loyal companion.
- R2-D4: A robot who is constantly malfunctioning.
- Princess Aliea: A space princess who is being held captive by the evil alien overlord.
Setting
Simon the Sorcerer 5 is set in a futuristic space world. The game world is a mix of science fiction and fantasy, with aliens, robots, and spaceships existing alongside magic and sorcery.
The game features a variety of different locations, including a space station, a planet inhabited by giant insects, and a castle in the clouds.
Reception
Simon the Sorcerer 5 received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the game’s humor and puzzles, while others criticized its repetitive gameplay and lack of innovation.
Despite the mixed reviews, the game was a commercial success, selling over 100,000 copies worldwide.
Legacy
Simon the Sorcerer 5 is a solid point-and-click adventure game with a lot of humor and charm. While it may not be the most innovative game in the series, it is still a fun and enjoyable experience for fans of the genre.
The game has been praised for its well-written dialogue, memorable characters, and challenging puzzles. It is also one of the few point-and-click adventure games to feature a fully voiced cast.
Simon the Sorcerer 5 is a worthy addition to the Simon the Sorcerer series, and it is sure to please fans of the genre.
Review Score
7.5/10
