Attention all fans of point-and-click adventures: the classic 90s game, *Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars*, is making a stunning return to mobile devices soon! Publisher StoreRider has kicked off pre-registration for the revamped *Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged* on Android, and you won't want to miss out on this.
Originally released in September 1996 on PC, *Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars* became a beloved staple in the genre. The Reforged edition, which remains true to the original, was first launched on PC in September 2024.
What’s New in Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged Mobile?
This mobile version boasts fully remastered audio and visuals in high definition, complete with 4K support. The iconic, atmospheric soundtrack by Barrington Pheloung is as enchanting as ever. Some areas have been transformed so much they look like a whole new game, yet the essence and vibe remain intact.
The storyline stays true to the original, following George Stobbart, an inquisitive American who stumbles into an ancient conspiracy linked to the Knights Templar. Alongside the sharp journalist Nico Collard, they traverse diverse locales from Parisian cafés to Syrian ruins, Spanish backstreets to Irish crypts. The game’s visuals are truly captivating, and you can see for yourself right here:
The puzzles are as challenging as ever, scattered across settings like museums and sick wards, requiring you to piece together clues from different locations to solve them.
Pre-Register for Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged to Get These Features
The new mobile version comes with external controller support, mouse and keyboard compatibility for Chromebooks, and Google Play Cloud Save. Plus, you can enjoy the game offline.
*Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged* is available as a one-time purchase with no ads. Pre-register now to secure a 30 percent discount at launch. Head over to the Google Play Store to sign up.
For more gaming news, don't forget to check out our coverage on Queen of the Night in Play Together’s Nightmare!
