If you're a fan of The Adventures of Tintin, you'll probably love this upcoming title. Developed by Pendulo Studios, Tintin Reporter - Cigars of the Pharaoh is coming out sometime this year on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
The game takes inspiration from the aforementioned iconic adventure created by Hergé that has sold at least 275 million copies around the world. The series follows the young Belgian reporter and adventurer Tintin and his faithful dog Snowy. He becomes involved in dangerous cases then later solves the mystery and saves the day. Other characters include Captain Haddock, Professor Calculus, opera diva Bianca Castafiore, and bumbling detectives Thomson and Thompson.
Even after debuting in 1929, The Adventures of Tintin remains popular with many people because of how the protagonist serves as the hero everyone would like to be and the friend everybody would like to have.
This upcoming video game signals the return of Tintin and Snowy to the world of interactive entertainment, thanks to the co-production between Tintinimaginatio and Microids. If you're already excited, get ready to be thrilled even more with the game's first trailer. You can watch it below.
A New Mystery
In the game, Tintin and Snowy are once again on their usual adventure and this time, while cruising the Mediterranean Sea, they meet one Professor Sarcophagus. As a result, they set out to search for the tomb of the Pharaoh Kih-Oskh. This particular adventure sees them travel from Egypt to India and pass through Arabia. Eventually, the two end up investigating a gigantic drug trafficking network across the East. Fans can look forward to twists and turns that's long been a part of the great creative legacy of Hergé.
Gameplay
Tintin Reporter - Cigars of the Pharaoh combines all the best elements of games in the adventure and investigation genre. As a player, you not only get to dress up as an investigator/reporter to search and infiltrate to find clues, but also solve enigmas through the help of investigation dialogues enriched with video sequences. Overall, fans can expect unique and innovative gameplay where everyone has the chance to live the adventure like a real reporter.
Are you ready to be part of Tintin and Snowy’s next big adventure?
