Gameloft and Harper Collins Productions have announced an exciting release date for Carmen Sandiego’s debut on the Nintendo Switch.
In honor of the iconic scarlet-clad thief’s 40th anniversary, players will slip into her famous red hat and take on the role of a vigilante who cleverly outwits thieves to safeguard the world’s treasures.
This original game adventure builds on the success of the popular Netflix animated series, inviting players into a world filled with espionage. Equipped with high-tech gadgets, you’ll track the shady VILE criminal syndicates spread across real-world cities and landmarks.
Here’s a glimpse into some of the game’s standout features:
Become The Mastermind: Step into Carmen Sandiego’s shoes for the first time in the franchise’s history! Experience the adrenaline of her thrilling escapades as you devise strategies to outmaneuver VILE agents.
Gear Up: The legendary Carmen Sandiego isn’t complete without her gadgets! Soar effortlessly using her trusty glider, swing between buildings with a grappling hook, and see in the dark with night vision and thermal goggles.
Travel The Globe: Prepare for a grand tour, from the lively streets of Rio to Tokyo’s iconic scenery. Each location is crafted with stunning visuals and immersive gameplay, inviting you to dive in and uncover hidden secrets.
Solve Capers: Hone your skills as a detective, gathering clues, cracking codes, and tackling engaging mini-games to outwit VILE’s sneakiest operatives. Time is of the essence, so stay sharp, think fast, and act swiftly to unlock safes, hack systems, and become a master of lockpicking.
Capture Vile: Gather evidence and compare it with dossiers to pinpoint VILE agents. Is their hair black or red? Do they have blue eyes? Use your detective skills to sift through the suspects, but don’t forget a warrant! Can you solve the mystery and deliver VILE to justice, or will they slip through your fingers?
Carmen Sandiego is set to release digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch worldwide on March 4, 2025. Physical copies will be available in stores by mid-April 2025.
