The launch trailer is available here
Paris, France – October 17, 2024 - Discover the legendary icon's earliest adventures. The video game Arsene Lupin – Once a Thief is now available and unveils its launch trailer.
Published by Microids and developed by the talented Blazing Griffin studio (multiple BAFTA award winners), already behind two episodes of the Hercule Poirot series, this new adventure game is available on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch in physical and digital edition, and on PC (Steam, Epic Game Store, GOG), PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S in digital only.
Arsene Lupin - Once A Thief offers an immersive journey into the world of the iconic gentleman-burglar. Delve into these iconic tales drawn from the work of Maurice Leblanc to discover how the legend was forged.
Arsène Lupin is an iconic hero who has captivated generations of readers and viewers with his clever and daring exploits. His charisma and ingenuity have inspired numerous adaptations in both film and television, allowing his legend to endure through the ages. In Arsène Lupin – Once a Thief, you’ll have the chance to relive these classic tales and explore the fascinating origins of this legendary character.
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About Arsene Lupin – Once a Thief:
Experience Arsene Lupin's transformation from whimsical burglar to legendary hero.
The narrative unfolds through captivating fireside conversations between Arsene Lupin and the author, Maurice Leblanc. Lupin recounts his past exploits to Leblanc, allowing players to actively participate in these renowned escapades.
In this adventure-puzzle game, dive into a captivating journey that explores the early life, loves and crimes of the iconic gentleman thief. Immerse yourself in his famous tales, playing as both Lupin and Detective Ganimard; his tireless antagonist, offering unique perspectives on legendary stories like 'The Arrest of Arsène Lupin' and 'Herlock Sholmes Arrives Too Late'.
Features:
- Master the art of thievery – Explore many environments, solve puzzles and take on a variety of disguises as you take on exciting criminal escapades, while constantly striving to outsmart the law. And stay one step ahead.
- The Artistic world of Lupin - Marvel at the vibrant artistry, reminiscent of an illustrated storybook., and meet colourful characters straight out of the stories of lupin as he retells his own escapades with a flair for the dramatic.
- Experience the legends - Join Lupin and Maurice Leblanc by the fireside as they retell a selection of lupin's most famous stories and experience them from whole new perspectives.
- Investigate and deduce - See the stories from a fresh perspective as you immerse yourself in Ganimard's role, searching for evidence, interrogating suspects, creating timelines, and connecting the dots to pursue and apprehend your legendary adversary.
Arsene Lupin – Once a Thief is now available on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch in physical and digital edition, and on PC (Steam, Epic Game Store, GOG), PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S in digital.
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About Microids
Microids is a French video game publisher. Founded in 1985, Microids’ editorial strategy now focuses on 4 major areas: adventure games, racing games, retro gaming and games inspired by iconic titles. By collaborating with renowned studios and authors (Revolution Software, Sloclap, Oddworld Inhabitants, Pendulo Studios, Eden Studios, Go Nagai, Charles Cecil, Benoît Sokal, Paul Cuisset…), Microids has become a major player in international video games. Taking inspiration from legendary titles, Microids reaches a wide audience and creates original adventures which give gamers the chance to play as some of their most beloved characters.
About Blazing Griffin
Founded in 2015 through the merger of three start-ups, we’ve grown to become a group of BAFTA winning companies spanning video game development, film and TV development and production and post production services, with a 72-strong team (and growing) of creative, digital and technology professionals based in Glasgow.