The Aggie Awards – The Best Adventure Games of 2022 page 3
Best Writing – Comedy: Return to Monkey Island
Return to Monkey Island has won the coveted Aggie Award for Best Comedy, and it's no surprise why. This latest installment in the Monkey Island franchise retains all of the original series' charm, humor, and wit while delivering an engaging, well-crafted story that will have you laughing out loud. The clever puzzles, eccentric characters, and the sheer variety of gameplay make it a joy to play. Ron Gilbert and Dave Grossman have once again outdone themselves with the writing and puzzles, and the sound design and voice acting bring the game to life. The graphics are vibrant and attractive, and the mini-cutscenes give the game an added dose of personality. Return to Monkey Island is a faithful return to form for the series and is a must-play for fans of adventure games and lovers of comedy alike.
Runners-Up:
Justin Wack and the Big Time Hack
Readers’ Choice: Return to Monkey Island
Return to Monkey Island is an incredible achievement in the adventure game genre, and a worthy winner of the Readers' Choice: Aggie Award for Best Comedy. The game's writing is exceptional, full of clever jokes and references to the earlier games in the series. Fans of the franchise will be delighted to see their favorite characters return, and newcomers will find plenty to enjoy. The puzzles are challenging but fair, and the inventory system is intuitive and easy to use. The graphics are colorful and imaginative, and the sound design is excellent. Return to Monkey Island is a must-play for anyone who loves point-and-click adventures or just wants a good laugh.
Runners-Up:
Justin Wack and the Big Time Hack
Next up: Best Writing – Drama... the envelope, please!
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