The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition - A Hilarious Pirate Adventure Reimagined

8/19/2026, 1:49:54 PM

Release date: 7/15/2009

Tags: #point-&-click #adventure #comedy #classic #pirates #funny #remake #puzzle

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Reference prices

Japan

¥ 1,200 (JPY)

Steam JP

$9.99 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 1,200
Global Price: $9.99
Price in Your Region: ¥ 1,200Prices as Steam lists them per country. What you are actually charged depends on your Steam account settings.Regional prices checked: 29 Aug 2026
Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 8/29/2026, 4:40:21 PM

Key highlight

Relive the classic pirate adventure The Secret of Monkey Island with a stunning visual and audio overhaul. Switch seamlessly between the reimagined edition and the original, featuring full voice acting and witty puzzles.

Who this is for

A must-play for fans of the original Monkey Island and anyone seeking a humorous, puzzle-filled adventure game.

Details

Overview

Return to Monkey Island: Special Edition invites players back to the beloved, hilarious world of pirate adventure, faithfully reimagining the 1990 classic for a new generation. Developed by LucasArts, this edition breathes new life into the original with a stunning contemporary art style, a completely re-mastered musical score, and full voice acting. The game's signature witty humor and intricate puzzles remain at its core, ensuring that both long-time fans and newcomers will be captivated by the tale of Guybrush Threepwood.

Highlights

Modernized Classic: Experience the iconic 1990 adventure with a completely new hand-drawn art style and a re-mastered musical score.
Full Voice Acting: Immerse yourself in the story with complete voiceovers, bringing the memorable characters to life.
Seamless Switching: Purists can enjoy the original classic version of the game with the ability to switch back and forth seamlessly.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for fans of classic point-and-click adventures, pirate lore, and games that don't take themselves too seriously. If you enjoy witty dialogue, clever puzzles, and a story filled with humor and charm, you'll feel right at home.

Game Info

Developed and published by LucasArts, The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition is a single-player adventure game released on July 15, 2009. It features full controller support and Steam Cloud integration. The game is available in multiple languages, with full audio support for English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.