HarperCollins Productions and Gameloft have announced the release date for Carmen Sandiego, a game that many will fondly remember from childhood days. But this ain’t your mama’s game. Thanks to the dev team, players can soon play across multiple platforms, including mobile, PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. In addition, a 40th-anniversary physical edition of the anticipated game will launch in late April 2025.
So, you ask, when can we get our hands on this beloved and updated title? Players will be able to begin their search for the erstwhile spy on iOS and Android devices on January 28th, exclusively on Netflix Games. PC and console players will be able to get their hands on it starting March 4th.
In addition to the launch date announcements, the team also revealed that preorders have opened with a number of editions and price points.
Preorder Edition Details and Pricing
- Standard Digital Edition – $29.99 USD RRP – Includes the base game, offering players the complete Carmen Sandiego experience.
- Deluxe Digital Edition – $39.99 USD Pre-Order ($49.99 USD RRP) – Includes:
- Where in the World Anniversary Caper
- Motorcycle Carmen Cosmetic Skin
- Classic Carmen Cosmetic Skin
- Digital Art Book
- Digital Soundtrack
- 40th Anniversary Physical Edition – $49.99 USD (Nintendo Switch and PS5 Only) – Includes:
- Standard Edition Base Game
- Deluxe Edition Content Pack
- Global Map
- City Location Stickers
- Exclusive 40th Anniversary Collector’s Edition Sleeve
Celebrating what will be Carmen Sandiego’s 40th anniversary, this new game offers an exciting chapter in the beloved franchise, continuing Carmen’s journey as a vigilante who now steals from thieves to protect the world’s treasures. Building on the success of the award-winning Netflix animated series, this original game takes players of all ages on a globe-trotting adventure, using high-tech gadgets to track down VILE criminal syndicates across real-world locations. Carmen Sandiego features a 3D world with puzzle-solving mechanics, real-world locations, and the classic gameplay of tracking down suspects and solving cases, delivering a fresh, immersive experience for both long-time fans and newcomers.
Fans can register for news about the mobile editions on Google Play or the App Store. PC and console players can check out the Carmen Sandiego official site for more.