Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – Reforged is a remastered version of the classic point-and-click adventure game developed by Revolution Software. The game was first released in 1996 and has since then gained a cult following for its engaging story, memorable characters, and challenging puzzles. The Reforged version features updated graphics, remastered audio, and new features to enhance the overall gaming experience, and if you liked it the first time around, you will still love it.
The story is still one of the best
One of the best aspects of Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars is its engaging story, and the Reforged version does it all over again in the best possible way. The game follows the story of George Stobbart, an American tourist who becomes embroiled in a conspiracy involving the Knights Templar. Along with his French partner, Nico Collard, George travels to various locations around the world, uncovering clues and solving puzzles to unravel the mystery. The story is well-written and features many twists and turns, keeping players engaged until the very end. Even for someone like me who played the original when it first came out and has since played it a couple of times, the humor in the game still makes me laugh out loud, almost waking up my sleeping family.
To puzzle or not to puzzle
The puzzles in Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars are challenging and require players to think critically. The Reforged version features some new puzzles, as well as reworked versions of some of the original puzzles. The game includes a hint system, which can be helpful for players who get stuck. This version also comes with the possibility of playing the story without thinking about the puzzles at all, which is a neat future for newer generations to experience one of the best point-and-click adventures out there. But, I urge everyone to at least try out the classic mode, because the game feels so much better when you are the one finding clues and solving the puzzles.
Looks amazing
One of the most significant improvements in the Reforged version is the updated graphics. The game now features high-definition visuals, with detailed character models, environments, and animations. The new graphics bring the game to life, making it feel fresh and modern while still retaining the classic art style that fans have come to love. The scenes are stunning to look at, aside from the crispier colors and high-definition environments, they have also added more details to the environments. The characters are also more detailed and matching with the scenes even better, making the Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars a game that not just belongs in 2024, but shines now.
Stay a while and listen
The remastered audio is another highlight of the Reforged version. The game features a remastered soundtrack, which features improved instrumentation and sound quality. The soundtrack sounds amazing and I find myself just letting go of the mouse and listening to the music while watching the scenes like paintings. The voice acting has also been redone, and the new voices are much clearer and more expressive. While it is a great improvement from earlier versions of the game, it does at times feel a little inside-a-can at times. The sound effects have been enhanced as well, but they are still missing from parts of cutscenes and the game would have been even better if they added more sound effects, filling out some void spots.
Conclusion
In conclusion, Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – Reforged is a fantastic remastered version of a classic point-and-click adventure game. The updated graphics, remastered audio, and new features all serve to enhance the overall gaming experience. The engaging story, challenging puzzles, and well-developed characters make this a game that is worth playing again and again. Whether you are a fan of the original or new to the series, Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – Reforged is a must-play for any adventure game enthusiast.
Leave a Reply