Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templarsis being given a makeover to celebrate the point and click adventure’s 25th anniversary. Upgrades to its sounds and visuals will see the game reimagined in 4K, but its creators want to do even more to mark this significant milestone. The first Broken Sword adventure is also getting a physical release in the form of a Collector’s Edition,the Kickstarter for the projecthitting its $63,000 goal within an hour of the page going live.
In fact, at the time of publication, Broken’s Sword’s Kickstarter has more than tripled its goal as more than 1,300 fans have pledged a total of $223,000 and counting. That number continues to rise every time I check back, so will have likely risen considerably again by the time you read this. Suffice to say, there are a lot of Broken Sword fans out there, and Revolution Software will likely be shipping a lot of physical copies of the remastered classic in November of this year when the Collector’s Edition is expected to ship.
There are three Collector’s Edition options available, all available through the link in the box below, two of which come with a physical copy of the game. The cheapest option is the one that doesn’t include a physical copy of the game. Just a digital one with the aptly named Digital Collector’s Edition, but also a bunch of other exclusive merch and priced at $60. For $130 you’re able to get the regular Collector’s Edition, and $255 will get you the Ultimate Collector’s Bundle.
Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged
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Step out onto the streets of Paris in “Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged”, a substantially enhanced version of the multi-award winning, all-time classic adventure. Enjoy a globe-spanning story when intrepid American George Stobbart and fearless journalist Nico Collard are pitched into a gripping adventure, exploring exotic locations, solving ancient mysteries, and thwarting dark conspiracies to discover the arcane secrets of the Knights Templar.Whether it’s your first time or you’re revisiting a beloved classic, get ready to enjoy the masterful “Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged!”Key Features:- Compelling Storyline: Dive into a gripping narrative filled with twists, turns, and unexpected revelations. Join George and Nico as they investigate a trail of mysteries that takes them from the bustling streets of Paris to exotic locales around Europe and the Middle East.- Classic Point-and-Click Gameplay: Discover, or rediscover, the joy of classic point-and-click mechanics as you solve puzzles, gather clues, and interact with a colorful cast of characters. Immerse yourself in an intuitive and engaging gameplay experience.- Fully Voice Acted: Lose yourself in the game’s atmosphere with fully-voiced dialogue and engaging performances bringing a cast of wonderful, colorful characters to life.- Challenging Puzzles: Put your intellect to the test with thought-provoking puzzles that require observation, deduction, and creativity to solve. From deciphering codes to manipulating objects, every challenge is a step closer to uncovering the arcane secrets.Reforged Features:- 4K Remastered Visuals: Experience the magic of the original game with enhanced high-definition graphics, bringing the picturesque landscapes, detailed characters, and intricate environments to life in beautiful 4K for the first time ever- Enhanced Audio: Immerse your ears in the enhanced audio as Revolution delivers the finest, most stunning version of George and Nico’s original adventure to date, including the incredible soundtrack from world-acclaimed composer Barrington Pheloung.
Included with Broken Sword’s Collector’s Edition is a figurine of the game’s lead character George Stobbart, a cloth manuscript, and a USB-C memory stick that quite literally looks like a Broken Sword. The Ultimate Collector’s Bundle also includes physical versions of the game’s artbook and vinyl soundtrack. Those items can also be bought separately if you’d rather opt for a cheaper bundle and add them on, or if you just want the artbook and the soundtrack.
Ultimate Collector’s Bundle
Broken Sword’s physical release is aiming for a November release date, and with 29 days of its Kickstarter campaign left to go, you can still pledge even though the initial target has long since been surpassed. The physical version of the game will be available onPS5,Xbox Series X|S,Nintendo Switch, andPC, so whatever current-gen platform you use, you’ll be able to play and own a little piece of history.
