Adventures of Robinson Crusoe

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Adventures of Robinson Crusoe is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by MagicIndie and was released on January 9, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

Inspired by Daniel Defoe’s classic masterpiece, Robinson Crusoe is a story of a man who survives a terrible shipwreck and finds himself cast away on an island in the Caribbean. In this incredible hidden object adventure that spans over 28 years, help Robinson explore the island, fight with cannibals, visit a lost village and construct a boat to sail back home!

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45%

Audience ScoreBased on 92 reviews

story6 positive mentions

graphics7 negative mentions

The game evokes nostalgia for players who enjoyed it in the past, providing a sense of childhood memories.
The puzzles are varied and can be challenging, offering a decent level of engagement for hidden object game fans.
The game features a charming story loosely based on Robinson Crusoe, which adds a thematic element to the gameplay.

The graphics are outdated and low resolution, making it difficult to see hidden objects clearly, which detracts from the overall experience.
The hint system is limited and often unhelpful, leading to frustration when players get stuck on certain objects.
The game is relatively short, with many players completing it in just a couple of hours, making it feel overpriced for its length.

graphics
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
65%
19%
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for their low resolution and outdated quality, making it difficult for players to locate hidden objects, which is a core aspect of the gameplay. While some appreciate the nostalgic charm and vibrant art style, many agree that the visuals do not hold up well against modern standards, leading to frustration in gameplay. Overall, the graphics detract significantly from the experience, with calls for a texture upgrade to enhance visibility and enjoyment.
- “But the charm, humor, and vibrant visuals keep the experience light and entertaining — like a tropical cocktail made of coconuts, puzzles, and a dash of literary nostalgia.”
- “I love the casualness and the simplistic style in this game, and the fact that it didn't need stunning graphics to be enjoyable.”
- “The graphics reminded me of a remastered Monkey Island, and the game even had one Easter egg towards the aforementioned game.”
- “The bad: this game did not stand the test of time at all - the visuals lack details required for hidden object games, especially when you need to find minuscule items.”
- “Low resolution graphics make it hard to find certain objects, not because they are hidden well.”
- “The scenes are messy; the low screen display resolution makes the graphics really blurry, some items are totally blended in the darkness, while others only have a tiny part visible.”
story
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
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The story, loosely based on Robinson Crusoe, serves primarily as a framework for hidden object scenes and puzzles, with many players finding it unmemorable and lacking depth. While some appreciate the nostalgic connection to the classic novel, the narrative is often criticized for being confusing and not fully engaging, overshadowed by the game's age and graphical limitations. Overall, the story is deemed average, with many players suggesting that the gameplay takes precedence over the narrative.
- “Even if anyone isn't completely familiar with the story of Robinson Crusoe, the original castaway who was getting lost at sea long before Tom Hanks made it fashionable, I'm sure most will have a vague idea of the general gist of it and what to expect with anything bearing the name.”
- “A bit of storytelling, plenty of hidden object scenes, and a nice variety of puzzles.”
- “The story loosely follows the classic novel, but let’s be honest — you’re mostly here to ask, 'who leaves a top hat in the middle of the jungle?' and somehow, the answer always seems to be: 'Robinson Crusoe did.'”
- “Some of the scenes and imagery have zero to do with the story and setting of Robinson Crusoe.”
- “The game is pretty average at its core; the actual story really doesn't do justice to this classic, though.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players finding it bland and repetitive, while others appreciate the pirate-themed soundtrack and its fitting sound effects. Although there is a music volume slider available, many players noted that the short loops can detract from the overall atmosphere, especially during cutscenes. Overall, the soundtrack is considered acceptable but not particularly memorable.
- “The music is piratey, the penalty for overclick is just your mouse going haywire for a little bit, completed sections are visually represented by a half-built ship getting progressively more complete on the beach as you plan your escape.”
- “What had me loving this game the most was the amazing soundtracks in each chapter.”
- “On the good side, the music and sound effects were fitting.”
- “The music is bland and repetitive, making it easy to forget.”
- “I played with the music off, which makes the cutscenes silent, as in many of these garbage games.”
- “Even in cutscenes, the music is much shorter than the scenes, causing it to start over again.”
gameplay
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The gameplay features creative puzzles and an engaging premise, such as building a ship to escape an island, but is hindered by low-resolution graphics that can strain the eyes. Players can expect around 3-4 hours of gameplay, with a limited number of hints available per chapter, contrasting with the follow-up's unlimited hints system. Overall, while there are enjoyable elements, the visual quality may detract from the experience.
- “The gameplay is nicely done; the fetch lists have some logic, unexpected events happen, and playing Robinson Crusoe, building a ship to escape the island he's stuck on, is really a neat idea.”
- “It does provide for about 3-4 hours of gameplay or so, depending on how fast you can find and solve everything.”
- “It provides about 3-4 hours of gameplay, depending on how quickly you can find and solve everything.”
- “The main gameplay difference is that there's a limited number of hints available per chapter, while the follow-up has unlimited hints with a cooldown time.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is described as less impactful compared to previous titles, with some users noting a lack of comedic elements and references. However, the charm and vibrant visuals contribute to a light and entertaining experience, reminiscent of a tropical cocktail. Overall, while humor may not be a strong point, it still adds to the game's enjoyable atmosphere.
- “But the charm, humor, and vibrant visuals keep the experience light and entertaining — like a tropical cocktail made of coconuts, puzzles, and a dash of literary nostalgia.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers minimal replay value, suggesting that players may not find enough incentive to revisit it after completing the main content.
- “The game has minimal replay value.”
- “Once you complete the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
- “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying feel tedious.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere is generally well-crafted, enhanced by a pleasing musical score, but inconsistencies detract from the overall experience. Players appreciate the contrast between bright landscapes and the darker, somber tones encountered in more intense scenarios, such as the cannibal segment.
- “You have some bright landscapes before entering a much somber atmosphere with the cannibals part.”
- “The atmosphere is well-established by the addition of a pleasing musical score.”
- “There are several inconsistencies that detract from the atmosphere, which is otherwise well-established by the addition of a pleasing musical score.”
- “You have some bright landscapes before transitioning into a much somber atmosphere during the cannibal segment.”