Hand-painted hidden object game Sophia the Traveler will launch for Switch and PC via Steam on April 11 for $8.99 / €8.79, publisher Thermite Games and developer Memo Gogo announced. The Switch version is newly announced. It will be available at a 10 percent-off discount price at launch, and Nintendo eShop pre-orders will open on March 21. The game will support English, Italian, German, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, and Korean language options. An 80-page full-color digital comic book will also be available to purchase.
“In crafting this game, we spent years virtually exploring every inch of Venice through Google Maps and travel books, just to accurately recreate this romantic city,” said Memo Gogo’s Janalyn and Leo in a press release. “And now, we can’t wait to let Sophia the Traveler take all of our players to experience Venice’s magic firsthand, even if they haven’t had the chance to visit.”
Here is an overview of the game, via Thermite Games:
Sophia the Traveler is developed by a loving couple who have never actually been to Venice in person, but managed to “rebuild” the entire Venice based on travel books and Google maps in the digital world. Taking inspiration from the beloved puzzle book series Where’s Wally?, Sophia the Traveler seamlessly blends captivating hidden object gameplay with expansive in-game maps teeming with captivating details, taking players to the vibrant City of Water, that is rendered in a distinctive hand-painted art style.
Immerse yourself in the fascinating hand-painted Venice across 10 meticulously designed stages. Explore a world brought to life by over 1800 unique character assets and more than 300 sets of dynamic animations. With over 100 sequence animations and an array of captivating sound effects, the game offers incredibly immersive experience.
Delight in the challenge presented by expansive stage maps, while marveling at the intricacies of over 100 European buildings, including 8 iconic Venetian landmarks. Let yourself be transported as nearly 300 integrated sound effects breathe life into the bustling streets and tranquil canals of Venice.
Join Sophia the Traveler in this delightful hidden object adventure, traverse through winding water alleyways of Venice, uncovering hidden secrets and quirky Easter eggs amidst the iconic buildings and bustling crowds. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure that captures the essence of Venice like never before!
Watch a new trailer below.