Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego
Platform: Commodore 64
Gametype: Undefined
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Carmen Sandiego is a master thief who leads the criminal organization V.I.L.E. This organization specializes in stealing the world's treasures without a trace. Alarmed by this, the A.C.M.E. Detective Agency makes it their personal mission to foil Carmen Sandiego's plans.

Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego? is a game that tests the player's knowledge about geography and general knowledge about different countries. Missions will begin with a treasure being stolen and the player flying to that location. A time limit counts down while they must search the area and interview witnesses to find enough clues to figure out what country the thief flew to next. The player always has a limited selection (usually three or four) of flights available in any given country. This process is repeated until either the villain is found or time expires and they are able to get away.

Along with finding out where the thief has headed, the player must discover who the thief is, by best matching personal characteristics (gender, hair color, eye color, hobbies, notable features) to dossiers on Carmen's gang. There must be enough characteristics matched in order to obtain a warrant, which is essential to legally arrest the suspect once they have been found. Progress in arresting VILE members will expose other members, eventually leading up to Carmen Sandiego herself.

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Trivia

Filmmaker Morgan Spurlock, in the follow-up to his 2004 documentary Supersize Me, drew inspiration from this game's name, theme and interface aesthetic for his 2008 movie Where in the World is Osama Bin Laden?

The copy-protection scheme Broderbund used for Where in the world is Carmen Sandiego? is very interesting. The World Almanac and book of facts was shipped with every copy of the game. After you get to certain difficulty levels the game makes you answer a question which is found in the book of facts.

This game was made into two different television game shows on both PBS and Fox.

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Where in the world is Carmen Sandiego?
Volume one, number one.
About the cover.
A rare photo of the elusive Carmen Sandiego.

From the editor.
Ever since Carmen Sandiego first started filching landmarks and treasures from around the world, she has fascinated serious students of international crime.
Now, with this deluxe edition, even rookie detectives will have at their command the world's most advanced crime fighting technology, including the top secret Videophone.
Our staff consultants include The Chief and other veterans of the legendary Acme Detective Agency. They will share the insights and strategies they have developed over year of pursuing Carmen.

So grab your passport, pick up your airline tickets and get ready for your first assignment.
Features
The world in pictures.
National Geographical Society joins the international effort with spectacular photos in stunning 640 x 480 VGA resolution.
Inside the criminal mind.
Acme Detective Agency's official dossier gives you detailed descriptions of all 20 gang members, including 10 new recruits such as Bjorn Toukouse and Sarah Nade.
Small world? It's getting larger!
Carmen's gang is now carrying out it's tricky transgressions in 45 countries- 50% more than before! Where will it all end?
Does the master thief have a master plan?
From Liberty's torch to Venice's gondolas, Carmen's heists span a bewildering range. Is there a pattern... or is it just an advanced case of sticky- fingeritis?

Departments
Tools of the trade.
Now every Acme agent is supplied with the latest crime- stopper gadgetry, including dataminder and videophone for worldwide communication. What will they think of next?
Movies and music.
Some 62 animations keep the action lively. Plus a fabulous new musical score and digitized sound.

Book review.
The world almanac & Book of facts is packed with fascinating information. It's an invaluable aid in deciphering clues.



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