Games

intinimaginatio and Microids are delighted to announce that the video game Tintin Reporter – The Cigars of the Pharaoh, co-produced by Tintinimaginatio and Microids and developed by the Spanish studio Pendulo Studios, a leading name in adventure games for almost 30 years, coming to Nintendo Switch on October 17, 2024!

We’re excited to announce a major update. This new version is brimming with captivating features: embark on a new sequence with Tintin on horseback, explore an exclusive gallery of characters, and dive into Tintinologist mode designed for the most curious and passionate fans. In this mode, you’ll uncover a wealth of anecdotes about Hergé’s world throughout your journey. Pendulo Studio has tirelessly worked to meet players’ expectations, and the best part? These enhancements will be available free of charge via an update on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Get ready to rediscover Tintin like never before!

The Limited Edition will include:

Inspired by an iconic adventure from the series of albums “The Adventures of Tintin” created by Hergé and sold more than 275 million copies worldwide, this new video game marks the return of the famous reporter with the puffball to the world of interactive entertainment thanks to a dynamic co-production between Tintinimaginatio and Microids.

In the game Tintin Reporter – Cigars of the Pharaoh, the famous reporter and his faithful companion Snowy are going to experience some extraordinary adventures…After meeting Professor Sarcophagus whilst cruising the Mediterranean Sea, the famous reporter sets out in search of the tomb of the Pharaoh Kih-Oskh. What are the dark secrets hidden in the tomb? From Egypt to India, passing through Arabia, Tintin & Snowy will end up investigating a gigantic drug trafficking network throughout the East.

With all the facets of the Tintin universe and a story full of twists and turns that are part of Hergé’s great creative legacy, Tintin Reporter – Cigars of the Pharaoh immerses the player in the heart of a mysterious Egypt and other lands of infinite beauty.

Combining all the best elements of adventure and investigation games, Tintin Reporter – Cigars of the Pharaoh invites the player to dress up as an investigator/reporter: search, infiltrate to find clues and solve enigmas with the help of investigation dialogues enriched with video sequences, infiltration phases or even plane or car chases. Tintin Reporter – Cigars of the Pharaoh offers a unique and innovative gameplay to allow everyone to live the adventure like a real reporter!