Gameloft and HarperCollins Productions have officially announced that Carmen Sandiego will be making her debut on the Nintendo Switch. This much-anticipated release is set to coincide with the iconic thief’s 40th anniversary, allowing players to don her famous red hat and take on the role of a modern-day vigilante, stealing from other thieves to safeguard the world’s treasures.
This new game builds on the success of the acclaimed Netflix animated series, thrusting players into a world filled with high-stakes espionage. Players will employ cutting-edge gadgets to navigate their way through real-world locations while trying to thwart the nefarious VILE criminal syndicates.
Gameloft has detailed some of the game’s exciting features:
Step into the Role of Carmen Sandiego: For the first time ever, gamers have the opportunity to experience life as Carmen Sandiego herself. Dive deep into her cloak-and-dagger world and engage directly in her thrilling adventures as you outsmart VILE at every turn.
Equip Yourself: Carmen wouldn’t be the master thief she is without an arsenal of gadgets! Soar through the skies with her glider, swing between buildings with her grappling hook, and stay one step ahead in the darkness with night vision and thermal goggles.
Explore the World: From the vibrant streets of Rio to the impressive cityscapes of Tokyo, embark on a whirlwind tour across the globe. Each locale is brought to life through stunning visuals, offering players an immersive experience as they explore, discover, and tease out hidden secrets.
Tackle Intriguing Challenges: Sharpen your sleuthing skills as you collect clues, solve puzzles, and engage in various mini-games to outwit VILE’s trickiest agents. With time as your greatest enemy, you’ll need to act swiftly and decisively to breach safes, hack systems, and master lockpicking skills before it’s too late.
Apprehend VILE Operatives: Use clues to narrow down suspects by comparing them to dossiers. Is the suspect’s hair black or red? Do they have blue eyes? Your deduction skills are crucial, but remember—a warrant is necessary before any arrest. Can you solve the mystery and bring VILE to justice, or will they slip through your fingers?
Carmen Sandiego is set to launch digitally on the Nintendo eShop for the Nintendo Switch worldwide on March 4, 2025. Physical copies will follow in mid-April 2025, allowing fans everywhere the chance to immerse themselves in this thrilling new chapter of Carmen’s adventures.
Stay tuned for a sneak peek with the Carmen Sandiego trailer, which will be sure to fuel excitement for this upcoming game!
