Phantasmagoria

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First posted on 26 April 1996. Last updated on 23 May 2014.
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Phantasmagoria marks the first of a new horror adventure trilogy from Sierra On-Line. Designed and written by master storyteller Roberta Williams, Phantasmagoria represents an unprecedented effort by Sierra On-Line to develop a full-blown, live action, multimedia interactive adventure extravaganza. Using professional actors with real sets and Full Motion Video, it brings a new sense of make…

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United States By Taty Maya • On 21 July 2004 • From Jo

Phantasmagoria rules!!!!

Sweden By Jimmy • On 14 July 2004 • From Somewhere

Hello. I wonder if there is any possibility to play Phantasmagoria with "Windows ME"
This game is only for W95...? Thanks!

Argentina By Oscar • On 26 June 2004 • From Argentina

The review was completely horrible and inaccurate. Sierra has long been at the forefront(and the masters) of adventure/roleplay gaming. It is the modern age of games that leaves everything to be desired, as the big companies seem to be unable(or too idiotic) to be able to combine both state-of-the-art graphics with a good story and easy-to-handle gameplay. Sierra did this with Phantasmagoria and was comletely advanced for it's time with the games graphics and video sequences. The last chapter was exciting and diverse and the way the environment conformed around your actions and made changes to the game was amazing. This was truly just one more great game by the greatest game makers of all time -- Sierra; and the time and consideration obviously put into it's enjoyment(more than it's bedazzlement) only goes to prove how much the care about gamers.

Terrible critique from someone who obviously was closed-minded and too incompetent to give a well-rounded and versatile review.

United States By George Kretzer • On 01 June 2004 • From Hagerstown, Maryland, USA

As we compare the game to modern day games, of course we see the acting as over-the-top in parts and the game play as easy in others. However, gamers must remember that this was one of the first major FMV games to ever come out. I was so amazed and excited to see live actors on my computer for once! And I DEFINITELY remember being scared and frightened by many parts (okay, so I was sixteen, but come on, it IS a freaky game for younger players!)!

One must also remember that the game is somewhat replayable! There are interesting secrets to find out, hidden clues, and other options of solving the game that you can discover. And I rate a game VERY much by its replayability (makes it last longer!).

The worst thing about the game, sadly, is the ending. I have always looked to be fulfilled by the ending of a computer game, or to be rewarded in some small way (yes, I know computer games can only do so much). The "Monty Python" CD ROM games have the best rewards for finishing, but Phantasmagoria does not. She leaves the house, and that's it? At least the game sparked my desire to write better endings and continuations to the story! ;)

Kudos to Roberta Williams, though, for a WONDERFUL game. It may be an interactive version of "The Shining," but goshdarnit, it's in a special place on my shelf!!! :)

United States By Marc Villafana • On 12 March 2004 • From Fairfax Station, VA, USA

Hi... how can i find both versions of phantasmagoria, i have played this game long time ago and i think i will really enjoy to play it again.
Thanks

Great Britain (UK) By Filipe Pedrosa • On 26 October 2003 • From WATFORD - UK

I enjoyed both games and would love to see more games similar. I certainley would spend my money on the games.

United States By Deb Brannon • On 26 July 2003 • From Duncan S.C. USA

I would love to see Phantasmagoria come back. i borrowed it from my sister and something went wrong with the cd's. I never got passed the 3rd cd.

By v, mangum • On 26 January 2003 • From fort worth tx. usa

i loved phantamagoria and want the sequel. where can i find it and a game called harvester?

By melanie • On 07 July 2002 • From florida

Good work lads.

Although I dont agree with your review of Phantasmagoria2
its the game that got me hooked on these type of games.

By Iain • On 18 June 2002 • From N. Ireland
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