Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy

Critic reviews

• ZZTGD

  Ken McKown · Feb 12, 2019

  7.0

  All this said though there is a decent romp buried (no pun intended) within the confines of this experience. Sure it isn’t going to go down in history as a great platformer, but I thoroughly enjoyed revisiting it. It reminded me of the progress of our medium as well as the days when every company was trying to get in on the character platform action. I like to see forgotten games get a second chance, and THQ Nordic seems to be doing the legwork.

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• CCOGconnected

  Andrew Gilbert · Feb 08, 2019

  7.0

  All that being said, I’d still recommend trying out Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy just to see some of the interesting ideas floating around, and how not to design jumping in a game. It puts an interesting game-ified twist on Egyptian mythology and shows how far influence can take a project, as there are multiple prominent moments where the game is clearly trying to emulate the feel and pacing of a Zelda title.

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• BBluemoongame

  Brandon Rhuhm Wolfe · Feb 03, 2019

  8.4

  Because a number of issues (some of which are present in this revamped version also) this game were a veritable diamond in the rough when it was released, and not all gamers were able to appreciate its charms. Now, thanks to THQ Nordic, this ancient Egyptian gem is finally polished to its full luster.

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• WTWay Too Many Games

  Heidi Hawes · Jan 30, 2019

  7.5

  I have to say that despite some of the gameplay mechanics and abysmal camera, Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy is still a wildly entertaining and charming game. Even though I fought tooth and nail to get the camera under control the entire time, I still had a lot of fun playing it. My hope now is that THQ Nordic sees a renewed interest in this game and makes a sequel with controls and a camera that fit today’s standards. If so, I’m sure it will be an instant classic. For now though, if you have a Nintendo Switch (and some patience), I highly recommend you give Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy a chance to use it’s delightful magic on you.

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• GGameSpew

  Kim Snaith · Jan 29, 2019

  6.0

  I wouldn’t say Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy is an essential buy on Nintendo Switch. If you happen to have fond memories of the original, I’ve no doubt it’ll be fun to go back to. And if you’re a diehard 3D platformer fan (do those exist?) then you’ll probably find something to enjoy here. But for the rest of us, Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy is just a little bit too dated to carve out a place in the modern market.

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• NINintendo Insider

  Phil Hayton · Jan 28, 2019

  8.0

  Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy is a must play classic that acts as a great example on how to make a timeless title. Despite having a few quirks that remind us of its age, this Egyptian escapade is just as enjoyable as it was back in 2003, if not even more so on the Switch. Not only does it manage to nail the essence of a good adventure title, but it provides us with entertaining abilities and puzzles that are truly a fun experience.

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