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Doctor Lautrec and the Forgotten Knights
Doctor Lautrec and the Forgotten KnightsSolve puzzles in 19th‑century Europe with Doctor Lautrec and uncover Louis XIV’s hidden treasure.
The Lost Files of Sherlock Holmes: The Case of the Serrated Scalpel
The Lost Files of Sherlock Holmes: The Case of the Serrated ScalpelSolve a Victorian murder in a classic point‑and‑click adventure.
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Step into 19th‑century Europe as the eccentric Professor Jean‑Pierre Lautrec, a brilliant detective with a taste for the bizarre. When a mysterious gadget and map point toward a lost Bourbon treasure, Lautrec and his spirited sidekick Sophie must outwit the iron‑masked Knights and a shadowy foe named Vidocq. The game blends hand‑drawn 2D art with the Nintendo 3DS’s stereoscopic 3D, letting players scan environments for clues and solve intricate puzzles. A single‑player adventure that mixes historical intrigue with whimsical mystery, it delivers a story‑driven experience for fans of detective tales and treasure hunts.

Step into the shoes of Sherlock Holmes as he investigates the brutal murder of a young actress behind London's Regency Theatre. The game blends atmospheric Victorian London settings with intricate puzzles and dialogue-driven investigation. Developed by Mythos Software and published by Electronic Arts in 1992, this single‑player adventure delivers a nostalgic point‑and‑click experience that challenges players to gather clues, interrogate suspects, and outwit the shadow of Jack the Ripper.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Puzzle Adventure
Puzzle Adventure
Best for
Puzzle‑loving adventure gamers
Fans of classic detective adventures
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
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release date
2011-07-07
1992-12-31
Specifications
developer
Konami, Winkysoft
Mythos Software
publisher
Konami
Electronic Arts
age rating
ESRB E10+
USK 6
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
46/100
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging story with memorable characters
  • Beautiful hand‑drawn visuals enhanced by 3D
  • Varied puzzle types keep gameplay fresh
  • Atmospheric historical setting
  • Authentic Sherlock Holmes atmosphere
  • Rich Victorian London visuals
  • Challenging but fair puzzles
  • Single‑player story focus
Cons
  • Limited replay value after story completion
  • Occasional difficulty spikes in puzzle sections
  • Controls can feel clunky on handheld device
  • Limited graphics by modern standards
  • No voice acting
  • Runs best with DOS emulation
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