Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars
Release Date: March 15, 2002
Adventure, point-and-click, Nintendo exclusive, singleplayer
Modification of the first installment of the popular series of adventure games. The action begins in Paris, where a bomb explosion takes place. An American present on the ground decides to investigate the case. Very quickly it turns out that the protagonist got entangled in a serious intrigue. The game is a typical representative of the genre - you will find in it conversations with characters, riddles and diverse locations.
Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars Description
Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars is a text-based mystery game, rich with charm, suspense and humor. For some, Broken Sword will be a blast from the past. But even players new to this type of game may find it a welcome break from the usual fare of fast and furious action.
You tackle the role of George, a hapless American tourist. At game's beginning, he is sipping coffee outside a cafe when a huge explosion turns the cafe to rubble. Lucky to escape with his life, George travels all over present-day Paris to gather clues that will solve the mystery.
As you traipse from quarter to quarter you'll see deftly hand-drawn backgrounds depicting cobblestone streets and wrought-iron street lamps. The music adds to the old-world atmosphere.
Originally released for the home computer, Broken Sword was designed to use a point-and-click interface. Fortunately, BAM! has done a fine job adapting the interface using action icons that appear when needed. Simply walk up to an object or person and the appropriate icons will appear for you to select. Players can still explore each fixed scene by moving George through the foreground and background using the Control Pad.
Broken Sword is a great translation of the PC original. The clues and puzzles are very satisfying and always lead to reach logical conclusions. The game's subtle wit and style are meant to be savored but may not satisfy players who are looking for a quick thrill.
Last updated on August 14, 2015
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Broken Sword Series
A series of adventure games, created and developed by Revolution Software studio under the direction of Charles Cecil. The brand is sometimes credited as one of the most successful in the history of the genre.
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Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars Summary
Platforms:
Game Boy Advance
Developer: Revolution Software
Publisher: BAM! Entertainment
Age restrictions: 12+
Broken Sword Threw Players Into Templar vs Assassin Conflict and Ended Tedious „Pixel Hunting”
Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars is one of the best adventure games in the history of the genre. An engaging story was woven into gameplay that abandoned the tired and annoying themes familiar from other adventure games of the time.
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Zbigniew Woznicki
October 1, 2024