description Simon the Sorcerer Overview
Simon the Sorcerer is a 1993 adventure game where a boy named Simon enters a magical parallel universe to become a wizard and rescue someone from an evil sorcerer. Drawing inspiration from Discworld novels and fantasy classics like *The Lord of the Rings*, the game features a character design influenced by Blackadder. The title was re-released with a new voice actor, Chris Barrie.
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info Simon the Sorcerer Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 1993 |
help Simon the Sorcerer FAQ
Who is Simon trying to rescue in Simon the Sorcerer?
Simon must rescue the wizard Calypso from the evil sorcerer Sordid. His quest begins after he follows his dog through a portal into a fantasy world.
Does Simon the Sorcerer play like Monkey Island?
Yes, it uses a verb-based point-and-click interface similar to LucasArts adventures such as The Secret of Monkey Island. Progress depends on collecting objects, questioning characters, and solving inventory puzzles rather than combat.
Which systems originally received Simon the Sorcerer?
Adventure Soft released the game for Amiga and MS-DOS in 1993. Later editions brought the adventure to additional platforms, including Windows and mobile devices.
Is Simon the Sorcerer connected to Discworld?
It is not an official Discworld adaptation, although its sarcastic humor and fantasy parodies invite comparisons with Terry Pratchett's novels. The game also sends up familiar material from The Lord of the Rings, fairy tales, and role-playing adventures.
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