In order to escape the magical world, he must find the Great Wand that is made up of seven pieces.

"[7] Amiga Format called it "a slick and well polished game with small but well-defined sprites, haunting soundtracks and impressive presentation screens.

"[4] The Games Machine said that "[a]lthough the visuals and aurals of The Seven Gates of Jambala are good, gameplay is less than compelling.

"[8] ST Action concluded: "Seven Gates of Jambala is a standard platform romp that's been polished near to perfection.

[3] Aktueller Software Markt reviewed the CD32 version and thought the controls felt bad.