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Carmen Sandiego Celebrates 40th Anniversary with Crime-Solving at Japan's Cherry Blossom Festival

Author : Harper May 14,2025

Carmen Sandiego Celebrates 40th Anniversary with Crime-Solving at Japan

Netflix and Gameloft have unveiled an exciting new update for the Carmen Sandiego game, sending our beloved thief-chaser to Japan during the enchanting Cherry Blossom Festival. But don’t be fooled—while the locals immerse themselves in the beauty of the Sakura season, Carmen is on the job, not on vacation.

This update introduces the Free FestiVILE event, a thrilling limited-time adventure running from April 7th to May 4th. In "Carmen Sandiego Chases VILE during the Cherry Blossom Festival," players will embark on a mission to track down the culprits who have stolen the sacred Shinboku tree. As you follow leads, piece together clues, and race against time, you’ll dive deep into this captivating mystery.

The game beautifully integrates the scenic beauty of Japan, from Tokyo shrines to the iconic cherry blossoms, providing a visually stunning backdrop for your investigations. As an added treat, players can unlock a traditional happi coat for Carmen, offering a fresh look in place of her iconic red trenchcoat.

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

This year marks Carmen Sandiego’s 40th Anniversary, and fans of the series will be thrilled to hear that the original Rockapella theme song is making a triumphant return. It's available in the Standard Edition and part of the soundtrack for Deluxe Edition owners. If you’ve enjoyed the Netflix animated reboot, you’ll appreciate how the game draws inspiration from it, featuring high-stakes missions, clever capers, and Carmen’s mission to protect cultural treasures by stealing from crooks.

If you’re a Netflix subscriber and haven’t yet experienced the game, now’s the perfect time to dive in. Head to the Google Play Store to download it and join Carmen on this limited-time adventure. Remember, just like the cherry blossoms, this caper won’t last forever!

For more gaming updates, don’t forget to check out our news on "The 7th Anniversary-Special Mystery in Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery!"

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