Carmen Sandiego Tackles Crimes at Japan's Cherry Blossom Festival on 40th Anniversary

Netflix and Gameloft have just released an exciting new update for the *Carmen Sandiego* game, where the iconic thief is heading to Japan during the Cherry Blossom Festival. But don't be fooled—this is no vacation. Carmen is diving into a new mission called the Free FestiVILE, a thrilling limited-time event running from April 7th to May 4th.

Carmen Sandiego Chases VILE during the Cherry Blossom Festival

The mission? To track down the culprits who've stolen the sacred Shinboku tree. Players will follow leads, piece together clues, and race against the clock to uncover the masterminds behind the theft. All this while immersing yourself in stunning Japanese scenery, from Tokyo shrines to the breathtaking cherry blossoms. As a special touch, you can even unlock a traditional happi coat for Carmen, adding a unique twist to her usual red trenchcoat.

Curious about Carmen Sandiego's adventures in Japan's Cherry Blossom Festival? Check out the thrilling trailer below:

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

For fans of the series, this year marks a special milestone—it's Carmen Sandiego's 40th anniversary! To celebrate, the iconic Rockapella theme song from the original series is making a comeback in the game. You can enjoy it in the Standard Edition, and it's also part of the Deluxe Edition's soundtrack.

If you're familiar with the Netflix animated reboot, you'll notice the game draws heavily from its high-stakes missions and clever capers, with Carmen stealing from crooks to protect cultural treasures. If you haven't yet tried the game and you have a Netflix subscription, now's the perfect time to download it from the Google Play Store. Remember, the cherry blossoms won't bloom forever, and neither will this thrilling caper!

Don't miss out on more exciting updates—also, read our news on The 7th Anniversary-Special Mystery in Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery!