Publisher Microids and developer Pendulo Studios have unveiled the official reveal trailer for Tintin Reporter: Cigars of the Pharaoh, a new video game adaptation of the iconic adventure from the Tintin comic book series. The game will launch in 2023 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam.
The reveal trailer showcases Tintin Reporter: Cigars of the Pharaoh’s unique and innovative gameplay, combining the best elements of adventure and investigation games. It also features the game’s beautiful art direction, faithful to Herge’s drawings, and the epic action-adventure masterpiece that awaits players.
Stéphane Longeard, CEO of Microids, said: “Being able to work on an adaptation of the famous Belgian reporter’s adventure is a delight. We started working on the game a few years ago and we cannot wait to show more to our players worldwide. If I had one thing to add, I’d say that we’ll do everything in our power to pay tribute to Hergé’s work and offer the fans the adaptation of their dreams”.
Nick Rodwell, Director of Moulinsart, adds “The production of a new immersive video game for PC and consoles carries the adventure legacy of the most famous reporter. Our ambition is first and foremost entertaining and friendly to please the whole family. Microids is the perfect partner to accompany Tintin for this new adventure!”
▍About Tintin Reporter: Cigars of the Pharaoh
Inspired by the beloved adventure comics created by Herge and with a co-production between Tintinimaginatio and Microids, Tintin Reporter: Cigars of the Pharaoh immerses players in the heart of a mysterious Egypt and other lands of infinite beauty.
The game follows Tintin and his faithful dog Snowy as they set out in search of the tomb of the Pharaoh Kih-Oskh, leading them on a journey through Egypt, India, Arabia, and the far East to end investigating a narcotics trafficking network.
Players take on the role of Tintin and will have to search, infiltrate, and solve puzzles to uncover clues and solve enigmas with the help of investigation dialogues and video sequences, infiltration phases, and car or plane chases.
