Carmen Sandiego Celebrates 40th Anniversary at Japan's Cherry Blossom Festival

Netflix and Gameloft have released an exciting new update for the Carmen Sandiego game, where the iconic character embarks on a mission in Japan during the stunning Cherry Blossom Festival. This isn't just a scenic getaway—Carmen is on the job, diving into a thrilling new case during the Free FestiVILE event, running from April 7th through May 4th.

Carmen Sandiego Chases VILE during the Cherry Blossom Festival

The mission involves tracking down the thieves who've stolen the sacred Shinboku tree. Players will follow leads, piece together clues, and race against time to uncover the mastermind behind the crime. All this unfolds amidst breathtaking Japanese scenery, from Tokyo shrines to the iconic cherry blossoms. As a bonus, you can unlock a traditional happi coat for Carmen, offering a fresh look from her usual red trenchcoat.

Want to see Carmen Sandiego in action during Japan’s Cherry Blossom Festival? Check out the video below:

It’s Carmen Sandiego’s 40th Anniversary This Year!

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Carmen Sandiego series, and fans are in for a nostalgic treat. The original theme song by Rockapella is making a comeback, available in the Standard Edition and as part of the Deluxe Edition's soundtrack. If you're familiar with the Netflix animated reboot, you'll recognize the game's high-stakes missions and clever capers, where Carmen steals from crooks to protect cultural treasures.

If you haven't tried the game yet and have a Netflix subscription, now's the perfect time to dive in. Download it from the Google Play Store and join Carmen on this limited-time caper before the cherry blossoms fade away!

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