Monkey Island Is Returning — With Ron Gilbert As Captain!
One of the most classic PC gaming series of all time is returning once more — this time with its original boss commanding the deck. Ron Gilbert, creator of Monkey Island, formally announced the new game on April 1, knowing no one would believe him. Three days later, he confirmed it and reminded everyone he had said, seven years prior, that if he were to ever be involved with another game he would announce it on April Fools Day. He was true to his word, and apparently still has the same sense of humor. Return To Monkey Island is the title, and it turns out Gilbert’s team has been working on it for the last two years in secrecy. It’s nearly done and you WILL play it before 2022 is through (that is, if you buy it…someone once said something about never paying more than $20 for a computer game). The game will take place where Gilbert left off…and here’s where people not familiar with the series will need an