Broken Sword: Director's Cut

 iOS
Metascore
91

Universal acclaim - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
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  1. AppSpy
    Feb 4, 2011
    100
    This classic murder mystery adventure has undergone a facelift in visuals, sound, and interface while keeping the excellent story and gameplay intact.
  2. Slide to Play
    Feb 4, 2011
    100
    We were swept up by this intelligent, intriguing story with lots of likable characters.
  3. TouchArcade
    Feb 4, 2011
    100
    Even though I've never been a huge fan of point-and-click adventure games, the story and all around high-quality production values of Broken Sword sucked me in like a good book.
  5. AppGamer
    Mar 20, 2011
    90
    A brilliant entry point for others who have yet to embark on such adventures.
  6. Telegraph
    Mar 11, 2011
    90
    If you haven't played Broken Sword before, its delightful -if occasionally idiosyncratic- puzzling and terrific script should send it hurtling to the top of your 'must download' list.
  7. Eurogamer Italy
    Feb 4, 2011
    90
    Broken Sword: Shadow of the Templars is one of those immortal classics that everybody should play at least once in their life: if you hadn't the chance to live this amazing adventure don't skip this app.
  8. Pocket Gamer UK
    Feb 4, 2011
    90
    An extraordinary example of how to properly remake a classic, Broken Sword: Director's Cut remasters the original with wise alterations that galvanise rather than degrade.
  9. Eurogamer
    Feb 4, 2011
    80
    Nice work, Revolution. With BASS and now Broken Sword, the developer has proved that the iPhone can handily support some of the best classic adventure games.
  10. TouchGen
    Feb 4, 2011
    80
    But I was surprised how much it drew me in with it's great visuals, sound, and well implemented interface. The winner here though is the story, which much like a good book can keep you glued to your little screen.

Awards & Rankings

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#9 Best iOS Game of 2010
18
#18 Most Discussed iOS Game of 2010
25
#25 Most Shared iOS Game of 2010

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User Score
8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 55 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 42 out of 55
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 55
  3. Negative: 5 out of 55
  1. Ghost_Scope
    Jul 19, 2012
    10
    This game is one of my all time faves it brings back fond memories as a kid and it still doesnt disappoint.
    I love the characters humour and    This game is one of my all time faves it brings back fond memories as a kid and it still doesnt disappoint.
    I love the characters humour and the storyline just a fun all round game    … Full Review »
  2. IamKing
    Mar 3, 2012
    10
    This might be the best app on the iPhone ever. Unlike on the PC version, the facial animations really fit nicely. The controls are very good,This might be the best app on the iPhone ever. Unlike on the PC version, the facial animations really fit nicely. The controls are very good, and, of course, the story is just amazing. Bravo, Revolution! Bravo!… Full Review »
  3. Jacxel
    Jul 18, 2017
    10
    The original is my all time favourite game, i don't think the directors cut adds much. An exciting story with plenty of suspense and lots ofThe original is my all time favourite game, i don't think the directors cut adds much. An exciting story with plenty of suspense and lots of amazing puzzles.… Full Review »
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