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Sherlock Holmes: Chapter One

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First release
Nov 16, 2021
Publisher
Frogwares
Genres
Indie, Adventure · Open world, Mystery, Action, Thriller
Platforms
PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S

In this story-driven detective thriller, a young Sherlock Holmes struggles to prove himself as he navigates an exotic, dangerous island in the Mediterranean to investigate the mystery of his mother’s death. As Sherlock, your legacy is written by the decisions you make in this open world. Deception, violence, and deduction are just a few resources in your arsenal—your mysterious companion and sounding board, Jon, is another. Whether you choose brute force to solve problems or stay one step ahead of your enemies by using your wits to spot vulnerabilities, you decide what each situation demands as you hone your investigative skills. It’s time to confront your past so you can become the legend you’re destined to be.

Also known as SHCO.exe, Sherlock Holmes Chapter One

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Storyline
Before he was the world’s greatest detective, Sherlock Holmes was a brilliant rebel itching to prove himself. When an old wound compels him back to the Mediterranean shore where his mother died, it seems like the perfect opportunity to do just that—but beneath the vibrant urban veneer of the island, the rhythm of island life strikes a more ominous beat. Crime and corruption, a twisted sense of justice and morality... These are just a few stumbling-blocks in Sherlock’s quest for truth.Read more

Before he was the world’s greatest detective, Sherlock Holmes was a brilliant rebel itching to prove himself. When an old wound compels him back to the Mediterranean shore where his mother died, it seems like the perfect opportunity to do just that—but beneath the vibrant urban veneer of the island, the rhythm of island life strikes a more ominous beat. Crime and corruption, a twisted sense of justice and morality... These are just a few stumbling-blocks in Sherlock’s quest for truth.

Release dates
PC (Microsoft Windows)
Nov 16, 2021
PlayStation 5
Nov 16, 2021
Xbox Series X|S
Nov 16, 2021
All 4 release dates
PlayStation 4
Apr 28, 2022
Time to beatIGDB · recorded
Main Story
15h
Main + Extras
18h
Completionist
30h
Game modes
Single player
Perspective
Third person
Keywords
exploration, detective, sherlock holmes, story driven, prequel
… All 13, multiple endings, narration, crime, atmospheric, combat, psychological, emotional, story rich

At a Glance

Critic Score
77
Main Story (IGDB)
15h
Main + Extras (IGDB)
18h
Completionist (IGDB)
30h
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