Do you remember the classic Simon the Sorcerer? If the answer is yes, we have good news for you. The reason for this is that its return, titled Simon the Sorcerer Origins, has already entered the open digital pre-order phase. The game will be developed by Smallthing Studios and published by ININ Games on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S and Steam Deck.
Once again, it will be presented as an animated-style point-and-click adventure that will be sold in two different editions: Standard Edition (€24.99) and Deluxe Edition (€34.99), which includes a digital artbook and the full soundtrack. Keep in mind that its release will take place on October 28, 2025, so it won’t be long before it falls into the hands of all interested players.
About Simon the Sorcerer Origins
In celebration of the pre-order launch, fans who reserve either edition will receive the exclusive PONY DLC at no extra cost. This special bonus allows players to enjoy the original Simon the Sorcerer soundtrack from the 1990s within the new game, providing a nostalgic treat for longtime fans of the franchise.
Simon the Sorcerer Origins is available for pre-order now on Steam, the Nintendo eShop and the Xbox Store, with the PlayStation Store pre-orders going live very soon.
Since 1993, Simon the Sorcerer has been the cheeky, sarcastic hero of a magical world full of monsters, mayhem, and mind-bending puzzles. Simon is returning to screens in his biggest all-new adventure yet, and to mark this milestone, a brand-new trailer has been released, giving fans a fresh look at Simon’s magical world and what is inside the Deluxe Edition.
This is where the magic happens!
Over three decades have passed since Simon the Sorcerer first cast his spell on adventure game fans. Simon the Sorcerer Origins invites players to step back into his world, this time to discover how it all began. Longtime fans will be thrilled to know that the original voice actors return in both English (Chris Barrie) and German (Erik Borner), adding an extra layer of authenticity and nostalgia to this lovingly crafted hand-drawn origin story.
The magic doesn’t stop at the visuals, as Simon the Sorcerer Origins comes alive with a brand-new original soundtrack by acclaimed composer Mason Fischer, perfectly capturing the whimsy, wonder, and emotional depth of Simon’s enchanting world. And as a very special surprise, Simon the Sorcerer Origins includes music icon Rick Astley in a special role – bringing a touch of 80s soul to the fantasy adventure.
