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Broken Sword: The Smoking Mirror
Broken Sword: The Smoking MirrorA globe‑trotting mystery where ancient myths collide with modern intrigue
Lost Horizon
Lost HorizonA 1930s globe‑trotting adventure of mystery, puzzles, and occult secrets.
Overview
Description

George Stobbart and Nicole Collard return for a thrilling adventure that takes them from the streets of Spain to the jungles of Central America. Unravel a conspiracy tied to the Mayan god Tezcatlipoca while solving intricate puzzles and uncovering hidden secrets.

Set in 1936, you follow former British soldier Fenton Paddock on a perilous quest across three continents to uncover a world‑changing secret hidden in Tibet. The story blends historical intrigue with supernatural elements, delivering a cinematic experience reminiscent of classic adventure games. The game features a unique handmade graphic style, logical puzzle design, and fast‑paced, movie‑like storytelling, all while running on minimal system requirements across PC, Linux, and Nintendo Switch.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Puzzle Adventure
Puzzle Adventure
Best for
Fans of classic adventure puzzles
Fans of classic point‑and‑click adventures
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99−33%
$29.99
release date
1997-10-17
2010-09-24
Specifications
developer
Revolution Software
Animation Arts
publisher
Crave Entertainment, Virgin Interactive Entertainment, Sony Computer Entertainment
Deep Silver, Koch Media
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB T
ESRB T, PEGI 16+33%
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
85/100+21%
70/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Stunning hand‑drawn visuals
  • Engaging and witty dialogue
  • Complex, rewarding puzzles
  • Rich historical and mythological storyline
  • Stunning handmade art style
  • Engaging, movie‑like story
  • Fair and logical puzzle design
  • Low system requirements
Cons
  • Outdated interface compared to modern games
  • Occasional slow pacing in dialogue sections
  • Limited save system flexibility
  • Limited replayability after story completion
  • Some dialogue pacing feels uneven
  • Occasional translation quirks
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