Robinson Crusoe and the Cursed Pirates

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Robinson Crusoe and the Cursed Pirates is a single player casual action adventure game. It was developed by MagicIndie and was released on February 10, 2015. It received positive reviews from players.

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music3 positive mentions

grinding1 negative mentions

The game features a variety of challenging hidden object scenes and unique puzzles that keep the gameplay fresh and engaging.
The art style is detailed and humorous, with a nostalgic homage to the Monkey Island franchise that fans will appreciate.
The game is well-programmed and runs smoothly on modern systems, providing a fun and casual experience for hidden object game enthusiasts.

The story is considered mediocre and does not significantly enhance the gameplay experience, feeling more like a means to progress to cutscenes.
There is a lack of voice acting and exploration elements, which may disappoint players looking for a more immersive experience.
The music, while initially catchy, becomes repetitive and can detract from the overall enjoyment of the game.

story
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
The story revolves around a quest to remove a curse, featuring a pirate theme that is somewhat engaging but ultimately lacks depth and originality. While the narrative is integrated with gameplay elements, many players find it underwhelming, with criticisms aimed at the quality of cutscenes and overall presentation. Despite its shortcomings, some users appreciate the story's connection to the puzzles and hidden object scenes, which provide a slight challenge.
- “But each of those are integrated in the story.”
- “You can feel the story of a quest for removing the curse.”
- “Normally I don't really play these sorts of games, this one though is well made for an eye-spy, interesting enough story and easy while still giving you a slight challenge.”
- “More of the same, this time Crusoe going on an adventure for the black spots to cure the curse put on him... I'd love to say it's a long story, but you'll probably be done with this game in 4 hours' time, which is about standard for a game like this.”
- “The gameplay and the cutscenes share the same theme (pirates), but the gameplay doesn't feel like part of the story so much as you're just earning the next cutscene.”
- “This isn't the best as far as the story goes, but the puzzles and hidden object scenes are worth it!”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The graphics of the game are a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the crisp and detailed art style, others find the old 4:3 resolution and lack of modern graphical options to be significant drawbacks. Despite its age, the visuals are noted for their originality and humor, contributing to the game's unique charm, though the overall experience may feel dated to some.
- “The visuals are fantastic.”
- “The art style is crisp, detailed, often humorous, and sometimes a little unsettling.”
- “Overall, it's old graphics and 4:3 resolution is its biggest flaw, otherwise it's a really nice game with a lot of soul and humor to it, backed up with solid hidden object scenes and puzzles.”
- “The puzzles are meh, the story is meh, the graphics are meh; there is no dub.”
- “Overall, the old graphics and 4:3 resolution are its biggest flaw; otherwise, it's a really nice game with a lot of soul and humor to it, backed up with solid hidden object scenes and puzzles.”
- “Sadly, there's no options in the menu to adjust the graphics--whether to adjust quality, brightness, or contrast.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
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The music in the game is generally considered enjoyable and catchy, but it suffers from a limited selection of tracks that repeat frequently, leading to potential annoyance over time. While some players appreciate the soundtrack, many suggest that it may be better to listen to alternative audio while playing. Overall, the music is seen as a highlight, but not enough to elevate the game beyond its other shortcomings.
- “The music is fun, but there's only a handful of tracks that will play on repeat throughout the game.”
- “The soundtrack is up to par.”
- “The background music is catchy at first, but there are only a few tunes played on repeat, so they get annoying quite quickly.”
gameplay
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay features a diverse array of hidden object scenes and puzzles, such as deciphering patterns and unlocking mechanisms, which help maintain freshness. However, players feel that the gameplay is somewhat disconnected from the narrative, serving primarily as a means to unlock cutscenes rather than integrating seamlessly with the story.
- “The game also offers a nice variety of scenes and variations of hidden object screens and mechanics.”
- “There are also a number of different puzzles (deciphering patterns, building a skeleton, unlocking locks with various mechanisms) that keep the gameplay fresh.”
- “The gameplay and the cutscenes share the same theme (pirates), but the gameplay doesn't feel like part of the story so much as you're just earning the next cutscene.”
- “The gameplay and the cutscenes share the same theme (pirates), but the gameplay doesn't feel like part of the story so much as you're just earning the next cutscene.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by its clever details and a mix of funny and unsettling elements, contributing to a lighthearted yet engaging experience. Players appreciate the crisp and detailed art style that enhances the comedic aspects, making it a standout feature of the title. Overall, the humor is diverse and effectively woven into the gameplay.
- “The developers included a few funny details that really enhance the experience.”
- “Like the other Robinson title, this game is a funny little gem.”
- “The art style is crisp and detailed, often humorous, and sometimes a little unsettling.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious rather than enjoyable, as it primarily consists of repetitive hidden object scenes with only a few minor puzzles interspersed.
- “Meh, not that great. It's mostly tedious rather than fun; the game consists mostly of hog scenes with a couple of small puzzles thrown together.”

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Robinson Crusoe and the Cursed Pirates is a casual action adventure game.

Robinson Crusoe and the Cursed Pirates is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Robinson Crusoe and the Cursed Pirates was released on February 10, 2015.

Robinson Crusoe and the Cursed Pirates was developed by MagicIndie.

Robinson Crusoe and the Cursed Pirates has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its story.

Robinson Crusoe and the Cursed Pirates is a single player game.

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