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Simon the Sorcerer Origins Conjures New Magic Into the Series but With a Few Misfires
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Simon the Sorcerer Origins Conjures New Magic Into the Series but With a Few Misfires

December 16, 2025 Marie Flanigan

Simon the Sorcerer Origins resurrects the classic 1990s adventure series with its gorgeous hand-drawn art and excellent voice performances, including the return of Chris Barrie. While its charm and nostalgia are undeniable, its devotion to old-school, logic-defying puzzles may test the patience of modern players.

Simon the Sorcerer Returns: Origins Reconjures the Magic and Mischief
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Simon the Sorcerer Returns: Origins Reconjures the Magic and Mischief

November 21, 2025 John Breeden II

The legendary Simon the Sorcerer series is back with Origins, a lovingly hand-drawn prequel that blends the charm of 1990s adventure games with modern storytelling. GiN sat down with its developer Massy Calamai to talk about bringing Simon back to life.

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