Sherlock Holmes: Crimes & Punishments vs The Lost Files of Sherlock Holmes: The Case of the Rose Tattoo

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.

In October 1889 a powerful new explosive formula vanishes from the Ministry of Defense, prompting Mycroft Holmes to launch a secret inquiry. After a devastating explosion injures Mycroft, Sherlock, drawn out of retirement by Dr. Watson’s probing question, returns to 221B Baker Street to investigate the true cause. The game lets players explore 50 meticulously crafted Victorian London locations and interact with 90 uniquely costumed characters, delivering a point‑and‑click thriller that blends classic deduction with atmospheric storytelling.

• Engaging moral decision system
• Rich atmospheric Victorian setting
• Varied case types keep gameplay fresh
• Strong voice acting and narrative

• Immersive Victorian atmosphere
• Large variety of characters and locations
• Complex, rewarding puzzles
• Strong narrative with multiple endings

• Linear case progression limits replayability
• Occasional clunky controls on console
• Some puzzles can feel overly obscure

• dated graphics by modern standards
• Limited save system
• Occasional dialogue dead‑ends