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Sherlock Holmes: Crimes & Punishments
Sherlock Holmes: Crimes & PunishmentsSolve six morally complex Victorian mysteries as Sherlock Holmes.
Sherlock Holmes Versus Jack the Ripper
Sherlock Holmes Versus Jack the RipperHolmes hunts Jack the Ripper in Victorian London’s darkest alleys.
Overview
Description

Step into the shoes of the legendary detective in 1894‑1895 London and investigate six diverse cases ranging from murder to a vanished train. Each investigation lets you examine crime scenes, interrogate witnesses, and piece together clues in a richly detailed world.\nYour choices matter: after uncovering the truth you decide between justice and mercy, shaping Holmes' reputation and the story’s outcome. The game blends classic adventure puzzles with moral decision‑making for a deep, narrative‑driven experience.

Set in 1888 Whitechapel, Sherlock Holmes confronts the infamous serial killer Jack the Ripper. Players explore grim alleyways, interrogate suspects, and piece together clues to stop the murders. The game blends point‑and‑click adventure with puzzle solving and role‑playing elements, delivering a historically‑rich thriller that immerses you in Victorian London’s darkest corners.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Puzzle Adventure
Puzzle Adventure
Best for
Fans of story-driven detective games
Fans of narrative detective adventures
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$29.99−50%
release date
2014-09-29
2009-05-24
Specifications
developer
Frogwares
Frogwares
publisher
Focus Entertainment, Maximum Games
Focus Entertainment
age rating
PEGI 16, ESRB M
PEGI 16, ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
75/100+14%
66/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging moral decision system
  • Rich atmospheric Victorian setting
  • Varied case types keep gameplay fresh
  • Strong voice acting and narrative
  • Rich historical atmosphere
  • Complex investigative puzzles
  • Engaging storyline with multiple outcomes
  • High-quality voice acting and sound design
Cons
  • Linear case progression limits replayability
  • Occasional clunky controls on console
  • Some puzzles can feel overly obscure
  • Occasional clunky navigation
  • Some puzzles can feel obtuse
  • Limited replayability after story completion
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