From the Vault — originally published December 16, 2010. Some links, videos or prices may be out of date.
One of the greatest games of all time now available on iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad.
Broken Sword II: The Smoking Mirror is the follow up to the incredible Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars, a game I am very fond of and have spoken about on numerous podcasts, and also written a review for. It’s follows suit by featuring enhanced graphics and audio and a whole host of other features that make it and absolute must buy on the Apple App Store.
Description from Revolution Software
“Broken Sword – the Smoking Mirror: Remastered” sees the return of George Stobbart and Nico Collard in the sequel to the App Store #1 smash hit “Broken Sword – the Shadow of the Templars”, widely praised as the best adventure available for iPhone / iPad.
While investigating a ruthless drug gang, journalist Nico Collard unexpectedly comes across an ancient artifact. Little can she know that the ornately carved obsidian stone will lead her, and her adventuring companion George Stobbart, into a mysterious escapade of intrigue and deceit, in which they must overcome powerful forces and antagonists who will stop at nothing to fulfill their evil ambitions.
Torment and terror, sacrificial rituals, and bloody massacre is unearthed beneath a veil of Mayan mystery. Kidnap, stolen treasure, espionage, and deadly drug baron are the least of the duo’s worries, as divine forces threaten to annihilate mankind! Nerve, cunning and guile are essential in order to conquer in this compelling adventure, guaranteed to leave you with an aching brain and a beating heart. Are you up to the challenge?
“Broken Sword: The Smoking Mirror – Remastered” is a stunning update to the million-selling original. Along with an exclusive new interactive digital comic, from “Watchmen” co-creator Dave Gibbons, the game boasts fully animated facial expressions, enhanced graphics throughout, high quality music as well as a context-sensitive hint system, and diary. The game also features Dropbox integration which facilitates a unique cross-platform save-game feature, enabling players to enjoy the same adventure simultaneously on multiple devices, full Game Center integration – including in-game achievements – and many other enhancements.
Broken Sword II is available on the App Store now for £3.99
I’ve contacted Revolution about news on whether the games will be seeing a release on Playstation 3, complete with Move and Trophy support and will update the post as soon as I hear back.
*UPDATE*
I have received word back from Revolution about the possibility of bringing Broken Sword back to the Playstation. This is their official response.
“While we have no current plans to bring Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars – Directors Cut and Broken Sword II: The Smoking Mirror – Remastered to Playstation.
However we are seriously considering it as a platform”
I’m very happy to hear that they are seriously considering bringing the game back because Broken Sword 1080p HD visuals with Move support seems like a no-brainer, and I’m a definate supporter of this series.
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