I do love Monkey Island, fell in love with it since the first one and that appreciation never went away. I remember when this one came out we were pretty disheartened that it followed the new trend of making every game in 3D. Even back then the graphics were kinda disappointing and controls sure took some time to get used to. However, once you give this game a chance you will find what you are looking for buried under the clumsy controls and blocky 3D models. The cartoony atmosphere actually works but what really shines, in my opinion, is the soundtrack by Michael Z.Land - very strong themes and some of the best tracks in all of the series. The magic of the Monkey Island world is here, a bit stiffer than usual, but it's there with the usual charm and witty humour. I doubt any of you who have never played a Monkey Island game will start with this one. It doesn't make any sense anyway. But if you enjoyed the other games and somehow missed this one - get it! You will not regret spending time on Guybrush Threepwood and co. !
One of the best games in the series if not THE best. The animations and graphics are as great today as they were back in 1997. What is truly brilliant, and often overshadowed by other aspects of the game, is the music and soundtrack. I'm of course biased as a huge fan of the series, I'll admit that much. The game is definitely worth playing but if you haven't played 1 or 2, you should do yourself a favour and go through them first. The usual amount of humour, sillyness and witty dialogue is all here. Oh oh! You also have sea battles, log tossing and hairdressing! Look, just play it alright?
