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There are no major issues with Simon the Sorcerer’s prequel story overall. I didn’t encounter a single bug during the three and a half hours I spent with it, it looks pleasing to the eye (while its system requirements are roughly equivalent to two potatoes), and it gave my brain a proper workout. That said, if I had to explain what it offers that would make me pick it off the virtual shelf instead of Old Skies, Elroy and the Aliens, or even the upcoming Syberia remaster, I’d be hard-pressed to come up with a clear answer.

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It may not come across clearly from the lines above, but I definitely didn’t walk away from Bye Sweet Carole with a bad taste in my mouth after seeing it through to the end. Even though I would have preferred the game to maintain the same level of quality throughout as it does in its final two hours—and not spend half of its runtime on less exciting or engaging activities—it’s still a work that will linger in the memory of anyone who plays through it at least once.

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It’s a traditional point-and-click adventure handled by skilled hands. Neither too difficult nor too easy, it promises a pleasant and relaxing experience. The core story is somewhat average, but thanks to the way relationships between the characters are portrayed—and the various choices available—it never becomes flat. You’re often faced with moral decisions, which add real depth to the events. The excellent voice acting also greatly enhances the atmosphere. Even among today’s strong lineup, it holds its own, and fans of old-school adventure games who enjoy a lot of reading will certainly appreciate it.

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