Arsene Lupin makes his debut in the gaming world in Arsene Lupin: Once a Thief.
Blazing Griffin Studios announced Arsene Lupin: Once a Thief alongside its first teaser. This point-and-click game is one of many upcoming games releasing later this year.
The game promises an immersive experience into the earliest adventures of this iconic character. It invites players to dive into the early exploits of the famed thief created by Maurice Leblanc.
Its vibrant, storybook-like art style brings life to the colorful characters from Leblanc's stories. Players will experience the transformation of Arsene Lupin from a whimsical burglar to a celebrated hero.
The game's narrative involves conversations between Lupin and Leblanc. These fireside chats offer players an active role in Lupin's extraordinary tales.
Lupin is not the only character playable in this title. Players will play both as Arsene and his relentless pursuer, Detective Ganimard. They will step into his shoes to gather evidence, interrogate suspects, create timelines, and connect clues. All in the pursuit of the legendary hero.
Players revisit Leblanc’s famous stories such as "The Arrest of Arsène Lupin" and "Herlock Sholmes Arrives Too Late.” Gameplay involves mastering the art of thievery. Players explore diverse environments, solving intricate puzzles, and donning various disguises. They also engage in thrilling criminal escapades while staying one step ahead of the law.
The game is developed by the award-winning Blazing Griffin studio. Renowned for their work on the ‘Hercule Poirot’ series, and published by Microids.
Arsene Lupin: Once a Thief is set to release in late 2024. It will be available in both physical and digital editions for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. It also includes digital editions for PC (Steam, Epic Game Store, GOG), PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S. Pre-orders are now available.