Adventure · 1996
Broken Sword 1 - The Shadow of the Templars
Adventure by Revolution Software (1996) · ≈ 7h
Key facts
- Released
- 30 September 1996
- Genre
- Adventure · Puzzle
- Length
- ≈ 7 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- PC · PlayStation · Nintendo
- Studio
- Revolution Software, Astraware
- Publisher
- THQ, Virgin Interactive
- Critics
- Metacritic 86
Where to buy
Why play it
- Metacritic 86 — critics loved it
- A 1996 classic that aged well
- "Brainy" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Broken Sword 1 - The Shadow of the Templars?
Expect about 7 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Broken Sword 1 - The Shadow of the Templars with friends?
No, Broken Sword 1 - The Shadow of the Templars is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Broken Sword 1 - The Shadow of the Templars on?
Broken Sword 1 - The Shadow of the Templars is available on PC, PlayStation and Nintendo.
Is Broken Sword 1 - The Shadow of the Templars a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 86.
What games are like Broken Sword 1 - The Shadow of the Templars?
In the same spirit: Broken Sword: The Smoking Mirror, Broken Sword 1 - Shadow of the Templars (The Director's Cut) and Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars Reforged.
