Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars

Astraware has just released their new portable game, Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars, which is based on the original PlayStation and PC versions of Broken Sword. I don’t know about you, but to me, this game sounds like a lot of fun. Though, admittedly, I am a fan of the subject matter (Foucault’s Pendulum anyone? Umberto Eco? No? Nevermind).

Here’s how Astraware describes their new game:

Broken Sword is the story of George Stobbart, an American tourist on vacation in Europe, who becomes embroiled in a terrifying conspiracy when he witnesses the theft of an ancient manuscript and the assassination of its owner. The manuscript, created in the 14th century by the order of the Knights Templar, points to where their legendary power has been hidden for over six hundred years. Befriending a photojournalist, Nico Collard, the two find themselves on a global trail that ultimately reveals a deadly secret that will change their lives forever.

Just as in many modern mystery books, you will become immersed in the unfolding story as you guide George through the game, looking for clues, talking to witnesses, and following the trail as it takes him from Paris to Ireland, Syria and beyond.

Interested?

You can get it here.