Nintendo DS · Adventure
Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – The Director's Cut
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Revolution Software |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Broken Sword |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Developed by Revolution Software and published by Ubisoft, Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – The Director's Cut arrived on the Nintendo DS as an adventure game.
It is part of the Broken Sword series. The series also appears on other systems with Broken Sword: The Shadow of the Templars (PS1) and Broken Sword II: The Smoking Mirror (PS1).
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – The Director's Cut is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – The Director's Cut walkthroughs & guides
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Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – The Director's Cut FAQ
Who made Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – The Director's Cut?
It was developed by Revolution Software and published by Ubisoft.
Is Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – The Director's Cut multiplayer?
No. Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – The Director's Cut is a single-player game.
How long does Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – The Director's Cut take to play?
As an adventure game, Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars – The Director's Cut typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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