Here's something fans of Dame Agatha Christie could look forward to next year.
French video game publisher Microids announced that Death on the Nile will get a video game adaptation.
Microids' subsidiary, Microids Studio Lyon, will lead the production. The game will launch in 2025 on PC and console platforms like PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.
With Death on the Nile, the studio promised to deliver the storytelling and gameplay mechanics a step further.
David Chomard, CEO of Microids Studio Lyon, revealed they have raised the 'level difficulty' in the upcoming game by placing more complex puzzles. Developers will also introduce greater freedom in progressing through the investigation, he said.
"[We've also] deepened the dynamic between Hercule Poirot and our new detective, Jane Royce," Chomard added.
Like Orient Express, Microids revealed that Death on the Nile will also be a 'modern reimagination.'
Death on the Nile begins with what appears to be a peaceful cruise along the Nile River. Only to erupt into chaos when a murder disrupts the journey.
Hercule Poirot, Christie’s beloved Belgian detective, is onboard to investigate. Meanwhile, Jane Royce, a private detective, pursues a separate case that takes her across cities such as London, Majorca, and New York. Then her path converges with Poirot’s in Egypt at the ancient site of Abu Simbel.
The video game adaptation will introduce gameplay innovations like dual protagonists. This meant players could play both as Poirot and Royce. As Poirot or Royce, they can explore various places, from the Nile River to the cities of London and Cairo.
Death on the Nile will also have an extended storyline where a brand-new investigation awaits players after the book's events. As well as new features like Mindmap and Confrontation Systems.
The Mindmap allows players to collect clues, and make logical connections. Meanwhile, in Confrontation, they can challenge suspects, and uncover hidden truths. They can even expose lies using evidence gathered throughout the game.
Death on the Nile is set against the backdrop of the 1970s. In turn, payers can expect visuals that reflect an era marked by social and cultural transformation. In addition, the game will also explore themes like feminism and social liberation to underscore the storyline.