These are three text adventure games in the classic style. No fancy graphics
or sound effects. Like a book, these games allow you to use your own
imagination to create worlds of wonder that make graphic adventures pale in
comparison.
Each of these three adventures is a distinct and separate game, each with
it’s own complex solution. They each have a magical theme.
Merlin’s Magic Forest (FOREST.EXE)
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You have been magically transported back to ancient England, where the evil
sorceress Morgana has placed Merlin under a magic spell. You must search the
magic forest for the ingredients which will lift the spell and release Merlin
from his death-like trance. Danger, magic, and excitement await you when you
enter Merlin’s Magic Forest.
Merlin’s Golden Trove (TROVE.EXE)
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As your reward for releasing him for Morgana’s evil spell, Merlin takes you
to his castle where a hoard of golden treasures awaits you. But can you find
them all? Some are well hidden, and some are guarded by trolls, gargoyles,
and other creatures you have only heard about. It will be a true test to see
if you can discover all of Merlin’s Golden Trove.
Son of Ali Baba (ALIBABA.EXE)
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This adventure takes you to old Baghdad, as you seek to thwart the evil
magician ROXOR and defeat his army of monsters. See the giant Roc, the seven
headed serpent, and the living skeleton. Ride the magic carpet, sail the
ship of Sindbad, and find the hidden cave of your father, Ali Baba. This
adventure will bring back those swashbuckling thrills you have longed for!
Another thing that really makes Tales of Magic enjoyable for me is how it manages to stay interesting even after playing it multiple times. Many games feel repetitive after a while, but here, the experience still feels fresh because of the small details and different ways you can approach the gameplay. As you continue playing, you naturally start improving and understanding the mechanics better, which makes everything feel more rewarding. I also appreciate the balance the game maintains—it’s not too difficult, but it’s not too easy either. You can play it casually for a short break or spend longer sessions without getting bored. That flexibility is one of the biggest reasons why I keep coming back to Tales of Magic. Overall, it’s the kind of game that doesn’t just entertain you for a moment, but actually gives you a consistently enjoyable experience every time you play.
