Simon the Sorcerer Origins launch trailer – point-and-click adventure series gets Nintendo Switch prequel

ININ Games and Smallthing Studios have shared the launch trailer for Simon the Sorcerer Origins, which just hit Nintendo Switch. With over three decades having passed since the original entry in the point-and-click adventure series, we now have a prequel.

Lots of details can be found in the following Nintendo eShop description:

Experience the Magical World like never before in Simon the Sorcerer Origins, the highly anticipated prequel to the cult classic Point-and-Click adventure series. In this new adventure, Simon, the most sarcastic wizard in video game history, returns to reveal secrets and stories from his past!

Thirty years after his first appearance on the screen, Simon is drawn into a foreign world by an ancient prophecy, that will tell his origins. This world is populated by powerful yet mostly useless wizards and strange creatures. On his journey, Simon must solve a series of tricky puzzles, operate alchemical devices, and learn powerful spells. And yes, he also has to taste a few disgusting stews!

Whether you’re visiting the Magical World for the first time or returning once again – Simon is back, along with his unique sense of humor and a completely new graphic style. Simon the Sorcerer Origins brings the charm of the original saga back in a completely hand-drawn graphic style, blending classic gameplay mechanics with a fresh, new world of magic.

Solve loads of tricky puzzles, test your wits, and face a variety of absurd situations and quirky characters. Combine items and clues to unravel the big mystery and become the legendary wizard you were always meant to be.

Key Features

• Official Prequel to the Simon the Sorcerer Series – Find out what happened just a few weeks before the first legendary adventure in the 90s!
• An intense story – A loving mother, a lively teenager, a forced move and a prophecy. Experience an adventure between emotions and discovery.
• New Hand-Drawn Art Style – Discover the Magical World in a completely hand-drawn 90s art style!
• Featuring the Original Voice Actor – Enjoy Simon’s legendary sarcastic remarks once again with the voice of the original voice actor, Chris Barrie, who brought the character to life with humor in parts I and II.
• An adventure between Modern and Point-and-Click Puzzles – Solve challenging puzzles, activate ancient mechanisms, reveal age-old secrets, discover mysterious objects and discuss with unusual characters.
• Absurdly Humorous Dialogues – Enjoy Simon’s unique sarcasm and sharp wit.
• Magical World Full of Quirky Creatures – Meet strange wizards and even stranger beings on your journey.
• Alchemical Devices and Spells – Master powerful spells and experiment with secret alchemy recipes.

Continue on below for the Simon the Sorcerer Origins launch trailer below.

Launch Trailer

The game is out now on Nintendo Switch. More news about the console can be found here.