Zork: Grand Inquisitor

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Zork: Grand Inquisitor is a single player puzzle game with fantasy and comedy themes. It was developed by Activision and was released on April 18, 2017. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Join forces with Dungeon Master Dalboz and travel throughout the Underground Empire's many locations, such as Hades, Flood Control Dam #3 and The Dungeon Master's Lair.

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97%

Audience ScoreBased on 91 reviews

humor33 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game offers a perfect blend of nostalgia and humor, with clever writing and entertaining voice acting that captures the spirit of the original Zork text adventures.
Puzzles are generally logical and provide a satisfying challenge, with many players enjoying the sense of accomplishment from solving them.
The game's charm is enhanced by its quirky characters and over-the-top performances, making it a fun and memorable experience for both new and returning players.

The graphics and interface feel dated, which may deter players who are not accustomed to older games, and some technical issues can arise on modern systems.
Certain puzzles can be illogical or frustrating, leading to a reliance on walkthroughs, which may detract from the overall experience for some players.
Navigation can be cumbersome at times, with issues related to cursor placement and backtracking that can disrupt the flow of gameplay.

humor
33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised for its cleverness and charm, often drawing comparisons to classic comedic works like "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy." Players appreciate the witty dialogue, humorous character interactions, and the absurdity of various game mechanics, which contribute to a light-hearted and entertaining experience. Overall, the game's humor is considered a standout feature, making it a memorable and enjoyable adventure.
- “The magical world is crafted with love and humor.”
- “It's so rare that video games are funny, that when you find one that is legitimately funny like this game, it makes it truly a classic.”
- “A hilarious, endearing point-and-click adventure with tons of meta humor and plenty of laughs throughout.”
graphics
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
63%
14%
The graphics of "Zork: Grand Inquisitor" are generally considered charming yet dated, reflecting the style of mid-90s point-and-click adventure games. While they may not hold up to modern standards, fans of the original text adventures appreciate the nostalgic feel and quirky character design, though newcomers might find the visuals less appealing. Overall, the game’s graphics are serviceable and evoke a sense of nostalgia, particularly for those who played it during its original release.
- “Out of all of the graphical first-person adventure games set in the Zork universe after the fall of Infocom, this one best captures the feel and fun of the original text adventures.”
- “The game itself has aged really well and still looks really good, bringing back a lot of memories from when we got our Gateway in '98 and this game came with it to show off all of the awesome graphics of the time.”
- “However, despite being 20 years old, and at a reduced resolution, the graphics hold up well during standard gameplay.”
- “The graphics are admittedly dated.”
- “It's graphics are clearly outdated, but the depth is still there.”
- “There are little to no option adjustment options, & the visuals have a fair bit of artifacting around them.”
story
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is widely praised for its humor, charm, and engaging plot, featuring a whimsical quest to overthrow a tyrannical dictator while navigating clever dialogue and funny interactions. Players appreciate the nostalgic callbacks to classic Zork games, making it enjoyable for both newcomers and longtime fans. Overall, the narrative is described as ridiculous yet captivating, enhancing the overall experience of the game.
- “Great story, great humor, great fun to play.”
- “Still an amazing storyline, clever dialogue, funny interactions, and overall a great point and click adventure game.”
- “The basic plot is that you're a magical vacuum cleaner salesperson trying to overthrow a fascist dictator.”
- “To avoid spoiling much, the basic plot is a tyrannical leader by the name of Mir Yannick takes over the land of Zork and outlaws magic, to make way for his regime in the scientific age.”
- “The story, in typical Zork fashion, is quite ridiculous, funny, cliché, but charming.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
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The gameplay is characterized by simple mechanics and engaging humor, making it a standout point-and-click adventure from the 90s that remains enjoyable today. Players can expect many hours of playtime, with the graphics still holding up well despite the game's age. Overall, it offers an accessible experience primarily driven by mouse controls.
- “With simple gameplay, solid humor, and a well-acted script, this game is easily one that any fan of point-and-click adventures should play at least once.”
- “However, despite being 20 years old and at a reduced resolution, the graphics hold up well during standard gameplay.”
- “Tld gameplay: you basically just need a mouse.”
- “However, despite being 20 years old, and at a reduced resolution, the graphics hold up well during standard gameplay.”
- “Many hours of gameplay.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's music, particularly Mark Morgan's ambient compositions, effectively conveys the mood and enhances the emotional experience, with a notable soundtrack that resonates with players. Additionally, the inclusion of voice acting and sound effects enriches the overall auditory experience.
- “This game was a bit different from the others; one particular part of the soundtrack touched my heart.”
- “Another very important aspect is Mark Morgan's ambient music.”
- “The music does a decent job conveying the mood.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability with minimal crashes reported; however, some users have experienced occasional glitches that can affect gameplay.
- “My only issue with this game is that there are some glitches, and it crashes.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews do not provide specific insights into the game's optimization, focusing instead on the performance of an actor, Dirk Benedict. Therefore, there is insufficient information to assess the game's optimization.
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players emphasize that the emotional impact of the game lingers long after the experience, highlighting that the feelings evoked are more memorable than specific details or dialogue. This suggests a strong emotional resonance that enhances the overall gameplay experience.
- “As Maya Angelou said, 'I don't remember what was said, but I remember how it made me feel.'”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is highly immersive, effectively drawing players into its world and enhancing the overall experience.

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Zork: Grand Inquisitor is a puzzle game with fantasy and comedy themes.

Zork: Grand Inquisitor is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

Zork: Grand Inquisitor was released on April 18, 2017.

Zork: Grand Inquisitor was developed by Activision.

Zork: Grand Inquisitor has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its gameplay.

Zork: Grand Inquisitor is a single player game.

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