Monkey Island 2 Special Edition: LeChuck's Revenge

Classic gameplay and vibrant new visuals mix with timeless humor and inventive puzzles in this revamped blast from the past.

The Good

* Entertaining characters and quirky humor
* Wacky puzzles with clever solutions
* Lively new visuals and voice acting
* Improved gameplay options.


The Bad

* Some puzzles require finicky timing.

As Guybrush Threepwood celebrates the 20th anniversary of his arrival on the adventure game scene, the Monkey Island series continues to enjoy a renaissance with the release of Monkey Island 2 Special Edition: LeChuck's Revenge. Like its revamped predecessor, The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition, this game takes a classic point-and-click adventure and spruces it up for the modern era. Once again, you guide Guybrush through traditional pirate activities, such as searching for buried treasure, making voodoo dolls and competing in a spitting contest. The quirky humor and involved puzzles are engrossing regardless of whether you're playing with the original visuals and subtitles or enjoying the attractive new art and full voice acting. A few new additions make this Special Edition even slicker than the last, ensuring that treasure seekers from all walks of pirate life can enjoy this entertaining adventure.