Best clicker games to play before returning to Monkey Island
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Now, point-and-click games may not be as popular as they were in their heyday in the 1990s, but the genre’s classics have certainly had an impact on many narrative-centric games. Back then and today, a great point-and-click storyline involved putting your ass in the seat, full of witty banter, immersing your brain in the puzzles, and feeling wiser when the clues were in place. With the stunning reveal of Return to Monkey Island, we decided to round up the best point-and-click games of all eras (in no particular order). While many of our picks are older, genre-defining classics, here are some modern must-play titles, including the recently released gem Norco. All of the games on this list are still easily playable and available on modern platforms, so we’ve included links where you can get them today.
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Tentacle Day Remake
Tentacle Days: Remastered
The Day of the Tentacle in 1993 was still a pretty ridiculous hit from the golden age of LucasArts before it came out in multiple divisions. Finally remastered in 2016, Day of the Tentacle remains a masterpiece, setting the stage for a genre that was about to peak. The remake is a perfect reminder of that, sharpening the visuals with original hand-painted art, adding a high-fidelity soundtrack, and retaining all the classic gameplay that makes this game a hilarious game. Day of the Tentacle Remastered is available on PlayStation, Xbox, PC and mobile.
Grim Fandango Remake
Grim Fandango Remake
At LucasArts’ best, Grim Fandango’s story of love and death is a sprawling adventure spanning several years. When Manny Calavera’s Underworld Tour first came out in 1998, full of brilliant voice acting and watertight level design, it set a new benchmark for gaming and is still considered the pinnacle of the point-and-click genre. The remake is well worth a look, and like the best games in the category, it includes a number of major upgrades. You can get it on consoles, PC and mobile.
Read our Grim Fandango Remastered review.
Monkey Island Series
Monkey Island 2: LeChuck’s Revenge
LucasArts has been creating since its inception, and when it released The Secret of Monkey Island in 1990, the studio continued to prove it was a heavyweight to be reckoned with. The witty, charming and beautifully animated sequel further fleshes out the story of would-be pirate Guybrush Threepwood and the comical world he inhabits. LeChuck’s Revenge and Curse of Monkey Island both contributed to the creation of an incredible trilogy of high seas adventures, and while other games may not be able to regain that magic, the entire series is still worth checking out on PC. Return to Monkey Island will be the sixth entry in the series and the first in over a decade.
Read our Monkey Island Collection review.
Sam and Max save the world
Sam and Max: Save the World
Telltale Games found the secret to Sam and Max’s success, and the revival of the classic LucasArts IP comes just in time. Featuring an original story told episodic, Liberty Police are back in action, ready to turn the town upside down in search of clues. Somehow, Sam and Max saving the world is somehow both weird and logical, and it’s a wild return for the duo. Later seasons may not have achieved the same level of quality, but the witty shenanigans of the first season are still a highlight worth experiencing. Sam and Max Save the World is available on Xbox, Switch and PC.
Read our Sam and Max: Save the World review.
The Walking Dead: The Telltale Game Series
The Walking Dead: The Telltale Game Series
In its heyday, Telltale Games was a creative force in the gaming world, often delivering critically acclaimed point-and-click games. The Walking Dead was the studio’s breakthrough game, and has spawned a series of episodic adventures across numerous popular franchises. Building on earlier projects and defining the studio for a new decade, The Walking Dead Games is a haunting collection of episodic horror, fast-paced QTE, and decisions with real consequences. Five games in the Walking Dead series have been released. The first entries are always the best, and there are some not-so-great spin-offs, but the storyline at the end brings Clementine’s emotional journey to an impactful end. The Walking Dead’s structure and gameplay make its way into other Telltale adventures, such as the excellent Telltale’s Batman and The Wolf Among Us. You can play The Walking Dead on consoles, PC, and mobile devices.
Read our Walking Dead review.
king’s task
king’s task
Time has had an impact on the King’s Quest series, but the original hit remains an extremely important part of the game’s history. Essentially helping Sierra Entertainment develop into a gaming powerhouse in the 1980s, King’s Quest was a pioneer in using animation and almost 3D environments to create graphic adventures. If you want to enter that kingdom and experience a less medieval point-and-click approach, check out the 2015 remake for a nostalgic dive into the past.
Read our King’s Quest review.
Thimble grass park
Thimble grass park
What happens when you mix Twin Peaks with X-Files? You’ll receive this tender love letter to the supernatural TV series, which also incorporates plenty of LucasArts influence into its mix of puzzles and retro graphics. Thimbleweed Park’s biggest draw is its creative approach to puzzles, as it regularly tests your grey matter and offers imaginative solutions to a variety of puzzles. Loaded with the regular amount of “EUREKA!” This game is a clever tribute to the past as you solve these mysteries. Thimbleweed Park is available on almost every modern platform.
Read our Thimblegrass Park review.
fog
fog
Myst is a game any point-and-click fan needs, and is easily one of the biggest games in the entire genre. As a blockbuster movie with some challenging puzzles to solve, Myst also featured some of the best set designs of its time. If you’re stumped, at least you’ll get a good perspective on the process. In the years since it first appeared, Myst has been ported to various platforms and can be found on most modern consoles. For the most immersive experience, check out the VR version if you can.
Read our mystery review.
Madman Building
Madman Building
The game introduced the world to the revolutionary design of the SCUMM interface, and Maniac Mansion paved the way for LucasArts to create some of the best point-and-click games ever created. Meanwhile, Maniac Mansion is more than just a genre-defining tech showcase. It’s a game that makes fun of horror movies and B-movies, always thematically fun and thinking outside the narrative frame. Technology has come and gone, but a sincere affection for its cinematic inspiration and heartfelt humor has helped define an era of gaming. You can buy Maniac Mansion for cheap on Steam.
fantasy
fantasy
Point and click games have been used in a variety of genres, but Phantasmagoria is one of the few games that bravely uses this format for horror. A far cry from Roberta Williams’ more family-friendly King’s Quest, Phantasmagoria mixes FMV with the groundbreaking terrifying encounters of the time. While some of the visuals may be outdated by today’s standards, the game still has a constantly disturbing flair. It’s an interactive B-movie with some of the best over-acting around. A cheesy classic that was unique for its time.
Read our Phantasmagoria review.
longest journey
longest journey
Credit goes to Funcom, because The Longest Ride certainly lives up to its title. The Longest Journey is a big adventure that spans time and is considered one of the last great point-and-click games in the genre. Released in 2000, it’s a beautifully rendered visual masterpiece, full of dialogue and full of foul-mouthed characters. Check it out on your PC if you have enough free time.
Read our longest journey review.
Kentucky Route Zero
Kentucky Route Zero
Fans and supporters of Kentucky Route Zero had to show a lot of patience for the series, but with each chapter release, developer Cardboard Computer reminded people that the wait was well worth it. Delayed gratification wrapped in captivating layers of mystery and fresh perspective, Kentucky Route Zero is one of the best point-and-click games of the modern era. If you’re just checking out, the good news is that you can get all five acts of this magical realism adventure game in one complete package. No need to wait years between chapters.
Read our Kentucky Route Zero review.
The Fate of Indiana Jones and Atlantis
The Fate of Indiana Jones and Atlantis
Harrison Ford’s whip-wielding archaeological hero was destined to make video game headlines, and in 1992 he set out on what was arguably the best Indiana Jones game. The Fate of Atlantis is an adventure impossible on screen, a bravado full of mystery and danger, offering a variety of play styles. With its brain-challenging and punchy action, Indiana Jones’ game was another highlight of the LucasArts fedora’s debut.
No Game: The Wrong Dimension
No Game: The Wrong Dimension
No Game: Wrong Dimensions is a high-concept title that you can point to and possibly click on, a collection of meta reviews and goofs that never takes itself too seriously. It’s one of those games that must be played to understand, as its abstract design and clever puzzles create one of the best paradoxes you’ll ever interact with.It’s a game, but it’s also no one. The only way to make that statement meaningful is to try this underrated gem for yourself.
Procession to Calvary
Procession to Calvary
Every great point-and-click game has an element that helps it stand out from its peers, and for The Procession To Calvary, the X-factor is its beautiful absurdity. Taking the value of the museum’s fine Renaissance art and using these assorted canvases to paint a puzzling picture, this game is full of Pythonic humor. Smart dialogue and bizarrely fun puzzles make this a must-play for anyone who likes the point-and-click genre.
gorogoa
gorogoa
Gorogoa is a point-and-click game in an art film format that incorporates sliding puzzles into its elegant design, and Gorogoa still manages to use these cathartic themes to create exciting moments in its world. Some of the puzzles might drive you nuts, but nothing beats the feeling of successfully completing their visual puzzles. Even if you can’t solve the puzzles, this game is beautifully crafted and will challenge your cognition.
Read our Gorogoa review.
Norco
Norco
Norco is an adventure game with a more retro inspiration in its art direction, a more somber tale of southern life. Melancholy characters inhabit a land scarred by the relentless march of the oil industry, environmental destruction has begun, and a community is under siege in a game with a deep storyline. Its league is more somber than anything else on this list, but Norco still manages to offer a glimmer of hope in its pixelated tale of decay.
Read our Norco review.
device 6
device 6
Mobile devices have become the perfect platform for point-and-click gaming, and 2013’s game, Device 6, still stands out for its innovative use of the technology. What started as a text adventure quickly morphed into a highly…
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