Broken Sword – The Smoking Mirror: Reforged Announced for Nintendo Switch

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Published on: October 14, 2025

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Revolution Software has officially confirmed development of Broken Sword – The Smoking Mirror: Reforged for Nintendo Switch, continuing the celebrated adventure series’ recent revival on Nintendo’s platform.

Following on from the successful launch of Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged in 2024, this announcement cements Revolution Software’s commitment to bringing its beloved point-and-click classics to a new generation of players. Originally released in 1997, Broken Sword – The Smoking Mirror is widely regarded as a high point in the adventure game genre.

As the second installment in the multi-award-winning franchise, the title captivated audiences with its intricate puzzles, globally spanning storylines, and memorable characters.

The 2026 Reforged edition promises a faithful reimagining, blending nostalgia with enhancements tailored for the Nintendo Switch audience. Revolution Software CEO Charles Cecil emphasized the studio’s approach to modernization, stating that The Smoking Mirror has long been a cherished entry in the series.

Cecil explained that the Reforged edition gave the team a unique opportunity to enhance the game while remaining true to its original spirit, ensuring an experience that resonates with both long-time fans and newcomers. Key features of Broken Sword – The Smoking Mirror: Reforged include: - Step back into the roles of American tourist George Stobbart and French journalist Nico Collard as they unravel a deadly Mayan conspiracy, with a plot rich in ancient artifacts and mystical intrigue. - Traverse diverse and iconic locales across Europe, the Caribbean, and Central America, piecing together clues, solving puzzles, and facing off against formidable enemies. - Enjoy hand-illustrated locations rendered in high definition, now paired with crisp, newly remastered audio for an immersive experience on Nintendo Switch. - Switch instantly between the classic 1997 look and new reforged visuals with the press of a button, offering seamless comparison and nostalgia. - Choose your adventure with either a traditional mode that replicates the classic challenge, or a story mode that provides subtle hints to guide players and minimize frustration. Broken Sword – The Smoking Mirror: Reforged is set for a global digital release on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch in early 2026.

With this announcement, Revolution Software continues to celebrate and reinvent one of the most beloved adventure franchises in video game history, ensuring its stories reach both seasoned players and a new generation of Switch owners. Fans can look forward to an engaging adventure that balances faithful recreation with welcome innovation, making Broken Sword – The Smoking Mirror: Reforged a highly anticipated launch in the Nintendo Switch library.

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