Adventure game Arsene Lupin: Once A Thief announced for Switch

Today, publisher Microids and developer Blazing Griffin announced Arsene Lupin: Once A Thief. The title is on track for a late 2024 debut on Switch.

Arsene Lupin: Once A Thief is a mystery game that “offers an immersive journey into the world of the iconic gentleman-burglar.” Players can experience “iconic tales drawn from the work of Maurice Leblanc to discover how the legend was forged.”

Here’s some additional information:

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’.

Key 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.

We have the first trailer for Arsene Lupin: Once A Thief below.

Reveal Teaser

The game will be sold physically and digitally on Switch – pre-orders start soon.