The classic multi-award winning adventure "Broken Sword - the Shadow of the Templars" returns with glorious 4K visuals and iconic remastered audio, pitching intrepid American George Stobbart and fearless journalist Nico Collard into a journey of perilous adventures and ancient conspiracies.
53 Players in Game
539 All-Time Peak
90,47 Rating
Steam Charts
53 Players in Game
539 All-Time Peak
90,47 Rating
At the moment, Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged has 53 players actively in-game. This is 0% lower than its all-time peak of 447.
Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged Player Count
Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged monthly active players. This table represents the average number of players engaging with the game each month, providing insights into its ongoing popularity and player activity trends.
| Month |
Average Players |
Change |
| 2025-08 |
66 |
+1.03% |
| 2025-07 |
66 |
-13.23% |
| 2025-06 |
76 |
+28.2% |
| 2025-05 |
59 |
+162.08% |
| 2025-03 |
22 |
-22.09% |
| 2025-02 |
29 |
-21.62% |
| 2025-01 |
37 |
-8.79% |
| 2024-12 |
40 |
+16.78% |
| 2024-11 |
34 |
-59.15% |
| 2024-10 |
85 |
-75.76% |
| 2024-09 |
352 |
0% |
776 Total Reviews
751 Positive Reviews
25 Negative Reviews
Very Positive Score
Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged has garnered a total of 776 reviews, with 751 positive reviews and 25 negative reviews, resulting in a ‘Very Positive’ overall score.
Reviews Chart
Chart above illustrates the trend of feedback for Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged over time, showcasing the dynamic changes in player opinions as new updates and features have been introduced. This visual representation helps to understand the game's reception and how it has evolved.
Recent Steam Reviews
This section displays the 10 most recent Steam reviews for the game, showcasing a mix of player experiences and sentiments. Each review summary includes the total playtime along with the number of thumbs-up and thumbs-down reactions, clearly indicating the community's feedback
Playtime:
709 minutes
This game is my childhood in a brand new wrapper, and I love it!
[i]Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars[/i] was one of the first games that truly hooked me. The mystery, the humor, the hand-drawn art, the music… Sure enough, as a point ‘n’ click enthusiast, I also loved [i]Monkey Island[/i], [i]Sam & Max[/i], [i]Full Throttle[/i], and so on, but there was just something about the first two entries in this series that made me replay them over and over. When I heard about this “reforged” version, I was both hyped and slightly terrified. Would it mess with the vibe? Would they try to “modernize” it too much? The director’s cut version was fun, so maybe I shouldn’t worry too much?
Good news: this is a very respectful remaster. Everything I loved is still here: George’s dry wit, Nico’s cool charm, the globe-trotting Templar mystery, and yes, the goat puzzle (with its own achievement!). The visuals have been beautifully updated, with crisper animations and a richer color palette that somehow makes everything feel more alive without losing the charm of the original hand-drawn art. Well done!
The voice acting holds up surprisingly well (especially considering it’s been decades!), and they’ve done some subtle tweaks to pacing and the interface that make it smoother to play without making it feel “dumbed down”. You can even choose a so called story mode that’s been developed to make the gameplay more accessible for newbies (I haven’t tried it).
Honestly, if you’re a fan of classic point ‘n’ clicks, or if you loved the original game, this is a no-brainer. It’s a warm, witty, globe-trotting puzzle adventure with just the right amount of nostalgia, and a few clever updates to keep things fresh.
Now, can we maybe get a similar remaster for [i]The Smoking Mirror[/i], too…?
👍 : 1 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
711 minutes
Once I started playing this I remembered it from when I first played it a few years ago. The remaster is much the same game as I remember. I played through on my Mac and it went well with no issues. The ending was kind of abrupt.
The dry humor is lots of fun. George and the NPCs he interacts with are quite sarcastic. Most of the puzzles aren't too difficult, but there are a few timed ones and every so often one that is different than the rest. When you die you often have to repeat segments, I wish it wouldn't go quite as far back. There's a hint system that generally helps.
My one real complaint still holds true today. There is too little Nico. Throughout most of the game she just sits in her apartment and gives George ideas of what to do next. I expected either the two to be together, or Nico to be a playable character, but she isn't. George even makes comments throughout the game about her sitting around and letting him do all the work.
👍 : 1 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
485 minutes
A great remaster of a masterpiece with lots of nice quality of life features. I first played this game back in the 90s on Playstation and PC and have replayed it many times since and I'm happy it's been remastered to be discovered by a new audience and generation.
👍 : 1 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
731 minutes
this game is a click and point game that is like an art work and animated movie into one but there are probably more like it but i really enjoyed this game
👍 : 1 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
838 minutes
This adventure game is as good today as it was then!
Art is really well made, in most cases I don't even notice the difference. However, I feel that some locations could have been made in a more realistic painting style.
👍 : 1 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
727 minutes
Too bad I didn't get around to playing this back in the 90s. It would've for sure been one of my favorite point'n'click adventures. But experiencing it reforged wasn't too bad either. The artstyle is amazing and reminds me of what actually is my favorite - The Curse of Monkey Island. A suprisingly beefy adventure with lots of dialogue, intrigue and puzzles. Puzzles get increasingly unforgiving as the game progresses, and some of them are even timed. I dont have the luxury of endless time to ponder the riddles anymore, and no school-yard to discuss progress with my mates - so I had to crawl to a walkthrough on a few occasions. And the solution is always "ah for fawk sake, why didnt I try that". Would have gotten there in the end. But most of it was logical and fun to work out. Good times. Anyway, another glorious classic in the bag. Non Nobis Domine, Non Nobis, Sed Nomini Tuo Da Gloriam. Onto the next.
👍 : 1 |
😃 : 1
Positive
Playtime:
838 minutes
Played this through various iterations and always a good time. Enjoyed the Reforged version. Great game, good adventuring.
👍 : 1 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
465 minutes
wish i could play this for the first time again remember all the puzzles to damn well except for the damn goat puzzle
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
726 minutes
The original Broken Sword story re-imagined. The graphics have been improved. The gameplay simplified. And the presentation looks a little bit cleaner. None of these changes, however, improved the game or the player's experience while they played the game. All-in-all, the first version of this instalment in the franchise still seems to be the better model. Pity. Rated 7 out of 10.
👍 : 3 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Playtime:
764 minutes
One of the best point and click adventures ever made. The story, the characters, the music... everything is sublime. I got to relive some of my best gaming memories: Thank you for the remake!
👍 : 0 |
😃 : 0
Positive
Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged Steam Achievements
Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged offers players a rich tapestry of challenges, with a total of 26 achievements to unlock. These achievements span a variety of in-game activities, encouraging exploration, skill development, and strategic mastery. Unlocking these achievements provides not only a rewarding experience but also a deeper engagement with the game's content.
Truth Bomb
Misjudge a moment to calm someone's nerves.
Social Work
Get to know all the locals on holiday.
Indecent Proposal
Pinball, pimples and puke.
Medical Attention
Enjoy a private health care experience.
Impressing Nobody
Gatecrash a secret meeting.
Fish Food
Word of warning to the wise.
Repeat Offender
Waste yet another opportunity to decorate.
Curse of the Vasconcellos
Shared History
Enjoy a new conversation with an old friend.
Everyone's Buzzing
Try to prank as many people as you can.
Coping Mechanism
Think like a child to defeat an ancient demon.
Line of Duty
Hear some sad and surprising news.
Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged Minimum PC System Requirements
Minimum:- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: 1.4 GHz
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: 1 GB
- Storage: 20 GB available space
Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged Recommended PC System Requirements
Recommended:- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged Minimum MAC System Requirements
Minimum:- OS: macOS 12.0
- Processor: 1.6 GHz
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: 1 GB
- Storage: 20 GB available space
Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged has specific system requirements to ensure smooth gameplay. The minimum settings provide basic performance, while the recommended settings are designed to deliver the best gaming experience. Check the detailed requirements to ensure your system is compatible before making a purchase.
Broken Sword - Shadow of the Templars: Reforged Latest News & Patches
This game has received a total of 5 updates to date, ensuring continuous improvements and added features to enhance player experience. These updates address a range of issues from bug fixes and gameplay enhancements to new content additions, demonstrating the developer's commitment to the game's longevity and player satisfaction.
Update #1
Date: 2024-10-02 11:27:10
Version 1.1.1
👍 : 416 |
👎 : 1
Update #2
Date: 2024-10-11 19:11:11
Version 1.1.4
👍 : 309 |
👎 : 0
Update #3
Date: 2024-11-11 18:28:02
Version 1.1.5
👍 : 207 |
👎 : 0
Update #4
Date: 2024-12-19 21:42:07
Version 1.1.6
👍 : 191 |
👎 : 4
Update #5
Date: 2025-01-17 16:20:20
Version 1.1.7
👍 : 280 |
👎 : 1
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