Carmen Sandiego Returns with a New Game

Celebrate 40 years of Carmen Sandiego with a new globe-trotting game.

Gameloft and HarperCollins Productions are thrilled to announce the return of Carmen Sandiego with a brand-new game set to launch globally on digital platforms on March 4, 2025. The game is now available for PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch pre-orders. An exclusive 40th Anniversary physical edition will also be available in late April 2025 through leading retailers such as Amazon.

Adding to the excitement, Carmen Sandiego will debut on Netflix Games for iOS and Android devices starting January 28, 2025. This launch allows Netflix members to be the first to experience Carmen’s latest adventures directly from their mobile devices at no additional cost. Pre-registration for mobile players is now open on both Google Play and the App Store.

The release coincides with the 40th anniversary of the Carmen Sandiego franchise, which first debuted in 1985 with the educational computer game Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego? The series became a cultural phenomenon, evolving into a range of sequels, a PBS game show in the 1990s, and the award-winning Netflix animated series that premiered in 2019. Known for combining geography, history, and problem-solving, Carmen Sandiego has remained an icon of edutainment, inspiring generations to learn while they play.

The new game continues the franchise’s legacy, offering an exciting chapter where Carmen, now a vigilante, steals from criminals to protect the world’s treasures. Players will navigate real-world locations, solve puzzles, and track down members of the notorious VILE syndicate using high-tech gadgets. With a 3D world and immersive gameplay, this installment promises to captivate long-time fans and newcomers alike.

Special Editions and Pre-Order Perks

Players who pre-order the game on digital platforms can access exclusive discounts on the Deluxe Edition, which will be available for $39.99 during the pre-order period (regularly $49.99). The Deluxe Edition includes bonus content such as the “Where in the World Anniversary Caper” DLC, digital art book, soundtrack, and cosmetic skins for Carmen. Steam users can participate in a Community Wishlist Challenge for launch day discounts.

The 40th Anniversary Physical Edition, priced at $49.99, includes all Deluxe Edition content along with collector’s items such as a global map, city location stickers, and an anniversary-themed sleeve. It will be available for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5.

Release Timeline

• January 28, 2025: Exclusive launch on Netflix Games for iOS and Android.
• March 4, 2025: Digital release on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch.
• Mid-April 2025: 40th Anniversary Physical Edition hits store shelves.

The Carmen Sandiego franchise has a rich history of engaging players with its unique blend of education and entertainment. This latest release promises to uphold that tradition, delivering a fresh, globe-trotting adventure for a new generation of fans.

Pre-order Carmen Sandiego today here and join the chase as the world’s greatest thief returns to the spotlight.

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