If you are in the 40-50 age range, you should schedule that doctor appointment you’ve been putting off, but also, you probably grew up watching and/or playing Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego?.
That show and subsequent computer game were a blast- from the fantastic theme song to the challenging geographical trivia, it was a ton of fun, and the game is coming back around!
The series rebooted with an animated adaptation a few years ago on Netflix, which ran for four seasons, and now you can relive the game with a fun new twist.
The rebooted puzzle adventure game has a new angle that aligns with the plot of the animated series. Specifically, players will be able to play as Carmen Sandiego herself in a story-driven campaign that’s poised to have players step into the vigilante role as they track down other notorious criminal masterminds.
Playing as Carmen Sandiego means access to a variety of state-of-the-art spy-style gadgets and plenty of opportunities to travel the world as you gather intel to solve puzzles and track down VILE’s most-wanted criminals. The game will include a story campaign as well as “classic” modes that resemble the original games fans know and love.
Carmen Sandiego has its official release date this spring on March 4th, 2025. The newly rebooted game will be available on Mobile via Netflix Games, on PC via Steam, and across consoles on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and Nintendo Switch. It will cost $29.99 for the Standard Edition and $49.99 for the Deluxe Edition.
The Deluxe Edition includes two cosmetic skins, an additional Where in the World Anniversary Caper adventure, and a digital Art Book and Soundtrack for the game.
The game’s mobile debut via Netflix Games, however, will come a little sooner. This iOS and Android version will be available starting on January 28th, 2025 – just a few short weeks away.
That means Netflix subscribers can try out the mobile version of the game a few months early, before its global launch on other platforms on March 4th. For everyone else, pre-orders are now available on console.
The Deluxe Edition is 20% off when you preorder, while quick day-of-release access looks to the primary preorder perk for the Standard Edition.
For those who want a physical copy to add to their collection, Gameloft has also announced a 40th Anniversary Physical Edition of the game.
This version will be available for Nintendo Switch and PS5 and comes with the Standard Edition Base Game, Deluxe Edition DLC, and some physical bonuses like a global map, city location stickers, and a Collector’s Edition Sleeve.
These will go on sale mid-April 2025 to coincide with the official 40th anniversary of the Carmen Sandiego franchise.
Are you looking forward to playing this new version of the classic Carmen Sandiego adventure game?
via: CB
