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adventure video game
Egypt III
By Kheops Studio, released 1 Jan 2004
- Microsoft Windows
- historical video game
What it is
Egypt III is a point-and-click adventure from Kheops Studio set in ancient Egypt. Players take the role of Maya, a young magician sent by the Pharaoh to investigate strange accidents at the great obelisk’s worksite. The mystery threatens the ruler’s construction project, and the journey involves avoiding curses and spells while seeking a way for the work to continue in honor of Amon-Ra.
The game uses 360-degree views and is built around solving riddles. Its listed features include high-definition graphics and animations, an inventory system, varied sound environments and music. It is a single-player game for Windows, with Family Sharing listed. Egypt III was released in 2004, and its Steam release is dated June 6, 2014. Microids is listed as publisher.
What players like, and what they don't
- Single-player adventure set in ancient Egypt.
- Uses 360-degree views.
- Includes a large number of riddles.
- Family Sharing is listed.
- Windows is the only listed platform.
- The listed game release year is 2004.
Who it suits
It suits players who want a single-player historical adventure centered on exploration and puzzles. The 360-degree views and inventory system are part of its point-and-click format.
Egypt III centers on Maya’s investigation, with riddles and 360-degree views defining its adventure format. It is a fit for solo players comfortable with its listed Windows platform.
