Agatha Christie: Death on the Nile announced for Nintendo Switch

Today, Microids announced Agatha Christie: Death on the Nile. The game lands on Nintendo Switch in 2025.

The new project is based on one of Agatha Christie’s novels. Microids is exploring a new direction by adding new plot points and advanced gameplay mechanics. The murder mystery takes place in Egypt in the 1970s.

Here’s some additional information:

In Death on the Nile, a peaceful cruise on the Nile is disrupted by a terrible crime. Thankfully, Hercule Poirot is onboard. Meanwhile, another private detective Jane Royce is tracking a murderer, leading her from London to Majorca, New York, and finally to Egypt. The two investigations collide at Abu Simbel. The dynamic duo will solve a complex case full of twists and turns. But the story doesn’t end with the book and still holds many mysteries and twists, even for Agatha Christie fans.

Key Features

• Dual protagonists: Play as both Hercule Poirot and Jane Royce, each with unique perspectives and storylines that converge in an epic finale.
• Innovative setting: Dive into this story set in the 1970s, a decade of major social transformations. Amid feminist movements, the rise of minority rights, and the liberation of social norms, this vibrant era combines disco clubs, flared trousers, and psychedelic, where colorful characters bring a captivating plot to life.
• Extended storyline: Discover a brand-new investigation after the events of the book, ensuring fresh surprises for fans and newcomers alike.
• Diverse locations: Explore a variety of stunning locations, from the exotic Nile cruise to the bustling cities of Majorca, London, and Cairo.
• Enhanced mindmap: Gather clues and establish logical connections through a dynamic mind map that enables you to draw deductions and advance the story.
• Confrontation system: Use the evidence you have gathered to challenge suspects, expose lies and uncover hidden truths.
• Character profiles: Complete character profiles by collecting information about them through dialogues and observations.

Microids Studio Lyon said today: “Player feedback on Murder on the Orient Express, where Hercule Poirot already shared the investigation with a second detective, Joanna Locke, was precious in guiding the development of Death on the Nile. We have raised the level of difficulty with more complex puzzles and offered more freedom in the progression of the investigation. In addition, the adventure weaves the stories of Hercule Poirot and Jane Royce, the new detective, even more closely together.”

We have the first teaser for the game below.

Reveal Teaser

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