Revolution Unveils Brand New Chapter and 4K Remaster of Original Game
Revolution Software has pulled back the curtain on two new additions to the renowned Broken Sword series during Microsoft’s Xbox Showcase at Gamescom. Fans can look forward to both a new chapter and a 4K remaster of the original adventure.
Broken Sword – Parzival’s Stone: A Leap Forward in Adventure Gaming
In development for console, PC, and mobile, Broken Sword – Parzival’s Stone will be a brand new adventure in the series. The game introduces a ‘super 2D’ visual approach and will bring together the iconic characters George and Nico as they delve into a terrifying conspiracy involving Nazi treasure hunters, brutal medieval histories, and Quantum Physics.
- Evolution in Gaming: Featuring a unique ‘Super 2D’ graphic style, the game merges hand-drawn backgrounds with 3D geometry.
- A New Adventure: George and Nico reunite to uncover the secrets of an ancient manuscript, Nazi treasure hunters, and Quantum Physics.
- Accessibility: The game is designed to appeal to both series veterans and newcomers, with no prior knowledge of the previous titles required.
Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged – Reliving a Classic in 4K
Scheduled for release in early 2024, the 4K reinvention of the first Broken Sword game, Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged, is currently in development for console, PC, and mobile. The game aims to enhance everything fans love about the original while updating the visuals for modern hardware.
- Rediscover the Classic: Revamped backgrounds, re-animated sprites, and upscaled audio combine to deliver the original adventure in full 4K.
- An Introduction for New Players: This remaster will provide a fresh entry point for newcomers while retaining the core charm of the original.
Broken Sword: A Legacy Continues
The Broken Sword series, first introduced in 1996, has become a celebrated franchise within the adventure genre, transporting fans to locations around the world, linking stories to real historical events, and standing as one of the genre’s most acclaimed series.
- Broken Sword – Parzival’s Stone: Join George and Nico as they navigate clues to uncover the Grail’s secret location and play out the adventure in a ‘Super 2D’ environment.
- Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged: Step into the streets of Paris in beautiful 4K, exploring exotic locations, solving ancient mysteries, and revealing the secret truths of the Knights Templar.
Expectation and Anticipation for Broken Sword Fans
Revolution Software is promising an exciting time for fans of the Broken Sword series, referring to these new developments as the start of the ‘Broken Sword Renaissance.’ Details about Broken Sword – Parzival’s Stone and Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged will be revealed in the coming months.
Broken Sword – Parzival’s Stone is currently in development for PC, console, and mobile. Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged is also in development for PC, console, and mobile, with an early 2024 release date. Both titles are set to provide a thrilling adventure experience that will surely capture the attention of adventure game aficionados worldwide.
Platforms: Microsoft Windows
