Summary
- Release Year: 1993
- Genres: Adventure, Arcade
- Platforms: Amiga
- Developers: Simulmondo
- Publishers: Simulmondo
Dylan Dog: La Mummia (1993)
Introduction
Dylan Dog: La Mummia is a point-and-click adventure game developed by Italian studio Simulmondo and published by Virgin Interactive in 1993. The game is based on the popular Italian comic book series Dylan Dog, created by Tiziano Sclavi. Players take control of Dylan Dog, a paranormal investigator, as he investigates a series of mysterious deaths in London.
Gameplay
Dylan Dog: La Mummia is a classic point-and-click adventure game. Players interact with the environment by clicking on objects and characters. The game features a variety of puzzles that must be solved in order to progress. Some puzzles are inventory-based, requiring players to collect and use items in the environment. Other puzzles are more logic-based, requiring players to think creatively to find solutions.
The game’s interface is simple and easy to use. The cursor changes shape depending on what it is hovering over, indicating whether an object can be interacted with. Players can also access a menu at any time to view their inventory, save their game, or quit.
Story
The story of Dylan Dog: La Mummia begins with Dylan being called to investigate a series of mysterious deaths in London. The victims have all been found with their hearts ripped out. Dylan soon discovers that the killer is a mummy that has been brought back to life by an ancient Egyptian cult.
Dylan must race against time to stop the mummy and its cult from killing again. He follows the trail of clues that lead him to an abandoned warehouse, where he confronts the mummy and its followers.
Characters
- Dylan Dog: The main protagonist of the game. Dylan is a paranormal investigator who is known for his quick wit and sharp intellect.
- Groucho: Dylan’s loyal dog. Groucho is always by Dylan’s side, helping him to solve cases.
- Xabaras: A mysterious woman who helps Dylan in his investigation. Xabaras is a powerful sorceress who has knowledge of the ancient Egyptian cult.
- The Mummy: The main antagonist of the game. The Mummy is an ancient Egyptian priest who has been brought back to life by the cult.
Setting
Dylan Dog: La Mummia is set in London, England. The game features a variety of locations, including the streets of London, an abandoned warehouse, and an ancient Egyptian temple.
Graphics and Sound
Dylan Dog: La Mummia features hand-drawn graphics that are detailed and atmospheric. The game’s environments are rich and immersive, and the character designs are expressive and well-animated.
The game’s sound design is also top-notch. The music is eerie and suspenseful, and the sound effects are realistic and immersive.
Reception
Dylan Dog: La Mummia was a critical and commercial success. The game was praised for its engaging story, challenging puzzles, and atmospheric graphics and sound. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 500,000 copies worldwide.
Legacy
Dylan Dog: La Mummia is considered to be one of the best point-and-click adventure games ever made. The game has been praised for its innovative gameplay, engaging story, and atmospheric graphics and sound. Dylan Dog: La Mummia has also been cited as an influence on other point-and-click adventure games, such as Grim Fandango and The Curse of Monkey Island.
Conclusion
Dylan Dog: La Mummia is a classic point-and-click adventure game that is still enjoyed by gamers today. The game’s engaging story, challenging puzzles, and atmospheric graphics and sound make it a must-play for fans of the genre.
Review Score
8.5/10
