PS1 Cult Classic From 1996 Returns in September With New Remaster

As a gamer who grew up in the golden era of gaming (1996, to be exact), I can hardly contain my excitement for the upcoming remaster of Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars – a game that holds a special place in my heart. I remember spending countless hours on my PC, engrossed in the mystery of the Knights Templar, and now, 28 years later, I get to step back into those shoes!

1996 was an iconic year for gaming, and one classic from that time, initially released as Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars or Broken Swords: Circle of Blood in the U.S., is set to receive a remaster this September 19th. You can enjoy it on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch next month! Many other legendary games like Super Mario 64, Pokemon Red and Green, Diablo, Resident Evil, Quake, Wave Race 64, Command and Conquer: Red Alert, Sid Meier’s Civilization II, Tomb Raider, Virtua Fighter 2, Tekken 2, Star Ocean, Wipeout XL, Super Mario RPG, Duke Nukem 3D, Street Fighter Alpha, Dead or Alive, Enemy Zero, and PaRappa the Rapper were also released in that year. If you were an adventure game enthusiast back then, chances are high that you also played this first Broken Sword installment.

Making its appearance in October of 1996 through PC platforms, later gracing the PS1 that same year, “Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars” proved to be a double triumph in both commercial and critical realms. This can be seen clearly in its ongoing series existence, with a fresh installment, “Broken Sword: Parzival’s Stone,” under development now. Moreover, its acclaim is apparent in its 81 rating on Metacritic.

28 years later, the 1996 game is making a comeback, remastered by Revolution Software, the creators of the original. As per Revolution Software, this updated version of the game will feature high-definition 4K graphics and improved audio quality.

Experience the timeless thrill of strolling through Paris in one of the legendary escapades, the BAFTA-nominated remaster Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – Redefined, as suggested in the game’s official description. Join George Stobbart, an adventurous American, and Nico Collard, a witty journalist, as they embark on a worldwide journey filled with intrigue, mystery, and danger. Travel to captivating destinations, unravel ancient enigmas, and confront sinister plots to unveil the hidden secrets of the Knights Templar.

The official pitch for the remaster goes like this: “Experience a thrilling journey around the world, discovering fascinating destinations, unraveling age-old mysteries, and preventing a sinister plot that aims to expose the hidden secrets of the Knights Templar. Whether you’re embarking on this adventure for the first time or revisiting a cherished favorite, prepare to rediscover the timeless story in a fresh perspective with Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – Reforged!”

Currently, the exact price for “Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – Reforged” at its release date on September 19th has yet to be disclosed. Additionally, there’s been no information shared about the availability of last-generation versions of the game.

2024-08-17 18:39

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