description Moonmist Overview
Released by Infocom in 1986, Moonmist is a text adventure game with mystery elements written by Stu Galley and Jim Lawrence. Set in a British castle, the game tasks the player with solving a mystery while navigating its gothic atmosphere. It is notable for featuring four distinct variations of the story, each identified by a different color, resulting in a different culprit, motive, and solution for the player to uncover.
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Moonmist ranks #109 of 135 in the Text Adventure ranking, behind Mindwheel, ahead of Red Moon.
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How good is Moonmist?
Moonmist scores 7.35/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Text Adventure category. Clever multi-variant mystery concept and accessible design; generally viewed as pleasant but lightweight within Infocom's catalog.
What are the best alternatives to Moonmist?
See our alternatives page for Moonmist for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Zork I: The Great Underground Empire, Trinity, Planetfall.
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See our detailed comparison of Moonmist vs Zork I: The Great Underground Empire with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is Moonmist worth it in 2026?
With a score of 7.35/10, Moonmist is a solid option in Text Adventure. See all Text Adventure ranked.
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