DEATH ON THE NILE VIDEO GAME

I've immersed myself in a murder mystery for some Halloween fun playing Agatha Christie -- Death on the Nile on my Nintendo Switch. I've been a fan a Agatha Christie's whodunit novels since reading Ten Little Indians for a middle school English assignments. I've read her books, watched movies based on them and now for the first time am playing a video game that lets you take on the role of the detective attempting to solve an Agatha Christie murder mystery. 

In Agatha Christie -- Death on the Nile, a peaceful cruise turns into a nightmare when a murder shatters the tranquility of the voyage. Fortunately, renowned detective Hercule Poirot is on board. At the same time, a parallel investigation led by private detective Jane Royce takes players from London to Mallorca, New York, and finally to Egypt. The two storylines converge in Abu Simbel, where this dynamic investigative duo must solve a tangled case full of twists and intrigue.

This video game isn't just walking through the storyline of the Agatha Christie novel of the same name though; it has a 1970's era vibe to it adding a fresh perspective to the story and the video game has added new layers, secrets and unexpected turns to add new surprises for players to overcome and be surprised by. If you enjoy murder mystery stories this video game is a fun way to jump into the pages of an Agatha Christie novel to become a participant in the whodunit.

Here are some of the key features that stand out in the game:

Two Playable Protagonists - Step into the shoes of both Hercule Poirot and Jane Royce, each offering unique gameplay perspectives and interconnected storylines leading to a thrilling finale.

A Fresh Setting - Immerse yourself in a reimagined 1970s backdrop—an era of social transformation marked by the rise of feminism, civil rights movements, and cultural liberation. From discotheques and flared trousers to vibrant characters, the game brings a colorful, stylish flair to the classic mystery.

Expanded Storyline - Discover an entirely new investigation that continues beyond the events of the original novel—filled with surprises for longtime Christie fans and newcomers alike.

Diverse Locations - Explore a variety of stunning settings—from the exotic cruise on the Nile bustling streets of Mallorca, London, and Cairo.

Enhanced Mindmap System - Collect clues, make connections, and piece together the mystery using a dynamic mindmap that helps you deduce and drive the investigation forward.

Confrontation System - Put the pressure on suspects by leveraging the evidence you've gathered, uncover lies, reveal motives, and expose the truth.

Character Profiles - Build detailed profiles of suspects and witnesses through dialogue, observation, and investigation to deepen your understanding of each character and their secrets.

Agatha Christie -- Death on the Nile is crafted by French video game publisher Microids. Since 1985, Microids has had a focus on adventure games and titles aimed at "core gamers." They partnered with Agatha Christie Limited, led by Christie's great-grandson James Prichard, to officially license the Death on the Nile video game instead of doing a knock off of the material demonstrating Microids dedication to thoroughness and quality. Other immersive games available from the publisher include Amerzone: The Explorer's Legacy, Empire of the Ants, and Flint: Treasure of Oblivion. 

The video game is available as a digital download online from My Nintendo Store or in physical format from Amazon. There is also available on Amazon a Limited Edition Pack that includes the video game, a 48-page art book, a cruise ticket inspired bookmark and a digital download of the game's music soundtrack. If you don't play video games on Switch like me, Agatha Christie -- Death on the Nile is also available on Playstation, PC and XBox. 

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