One of the all-time classic adventures, multi award winning "Broken Sword: Director's Cut" pitches sassy journalist Nico Collard, and intrepid American George Stobbart into a mysterious journey of intrigue and jeopardy.
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Very Positive (14) - 85% of the 14 user reviews in the last 30 days are positive.
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Very Positive (2,701) - 93% of the 2,701 user reviews for this game are positive.
Release Date:
Sep 2, 2010
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Curator Review

Recommended
By Snow Stuff August 5, 2015

“A true classic.”

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“Broken Sword: The Shadow Of The Templars stands proud as the best fiver I’ve ever spent.”
8 – Alternative Magazine

“...an adventure of epic proportions and ranks as one of the most intriguing games...”
92% – Gamespot

About This Game

Paris in the Fall... a brutal murder at the Palais Royale. When Nico Collard is invited to interview statesman Pierre Carchon, she finds herself inextricably drawn into a terrifying conspiracy.

One of the all-time classic adventures, multi BAFTA-nominated "Broken Sword: Director's Cut" pitches sassy journalist Nico Collard, and intrepid American George Stobbart into a mysterious journey of intrigue and jeopardy. Guide George and Nico on their globe-spanning adventure, exploring exotic locations, solving ancient mysteries, and thwarting a dark conspiracy to reveal the secret truths of the Knights Templar.

"Broken Sword: The Director’s Cut" introduces an intricate new narrative thread, alongside the classic story that has charmed millions of players. It’s time to experience George and Nico’s worldwide adventure in a whole new way, with brand new puzzles, hilarious new jokes, and the distinctive, rich story that made the series so deservedly renowned. This is adventure gaming at its very best.

Key Features:
  • Multi award-winning adventure
  • Classic point-and-click gameplay
  • Solve conspiracies, evil mysteries and survive chilling threats
  • A rich cast of colourful characters - all fully voiced
  • Stunning music from world-acclaimed composer, Barrington Pheloung

Director's Cut Features:
  • Whole new story arc added, with 2 hours of additional gameplay
  • Addition of contemporary first person perspective minigames
  • New facial expressions drawn by Dave Gibbons, co-creator of Watchmen
  • Help system incorporated – ensure that player won’t get frustrated
  • Enhanced audio – both music and voices

An enhanced version of the original, "Broken Sword 1 - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged" will be available soon

System Requirements

Windows
macOS
    • OS *: Windows 10 / 8 / 7 / Vista
    • Processor: Pentium
    • Memory: 64 Mb
    • Hard Disk Space: 1.5 GB
    • Video Card: Any video card with 64 Mb video RAM
    • Sound: Any sound card
* Starting January 1st, 2024, the Steam Client will only support Windows 10 and later versions.
* Starting February 15, 2024, the Steam Client will no longer support 32-bit games or macOS 10.14 or lower.

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