Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis CD Overview
Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis CD is a puzzle solving adventure game that uses the SCUMM system, where players select verbs to interact with highlighted objects. Its story is an original creation, not adapted from a film, following Indy and a former colleague named Sophia as they investigate a Nazi plot connected to the lost continent.
The narrative begins when Indy is deceived by a Nazi colonel posing as a client, prompting a global journey to gather clues. Gameplay involves inventory based puzzles, dialogue trees with multiple choices, and occasional simple fist fights against antagonists, some of which are optional. The CD release features full voice acting for all conversations.
A distinctive feature is a branching middle section offering three distinct paths: a cooperative route with Sophia, a solo adventure path for Indy, and a more action oriented solo mode. Each path presents unique locations, characters, and puzzles, affecting the overall experience. The game's pacing and challenge can be considered fair, balancing its various puzzle types with lighter action sequences.