The WhatsNext verdict
If you want a light, character-led point-and-click adventure with witty dialogue, globe-trotting mystery, and strong voice work, this remaster delivers. Expect a shorter, more linear sequel with occasional puzzle frustration and uneven visual updating.
What it does best
Sharp, witty adventure writing that keeps the globe-trotting mystery moving
A charming cast whose chemistry carries the adventure
Music and voice performances that give the mystery a strong sense of place
What might put you off
Puzzles can be linear, obvious, or unexpectedly obtuse
The remaster’s visual cleanup is uneven
The setup
What you are walking into
Broken Sword: The Smoking Mirror - Remastered is a remastered edition of the original game. The game features the same basic story, but has additional features, including fully animated facial expressions, higher quality audio, an interactive comic book, cloud save support, context-sensitive hints, a game diary and a new user interface.
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