Summary
- Release Year: 2007
- Genres: Adventure
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Frogwares
- Publishers: Focus Entertainment
Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened (2007)
Introduction
Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened is a 2007 adventure game developed by Frogwares and published by Focus Home Interactive. The game is based on the Sherlock Holmes stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and follows Holmes and his助手, Dr. Watson, as they investigate a series of strange and disturbing events in London.
The game is notable for its immersive 3D world, which allows players to freely explore London and interact with its inhabitants. The game also features a branching storyline, which allows players to make choices that will affect the outcome of the game.
Gameplay
Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened is a third-person adventure game. Players control Sherlock Holmes as he investigates a series of crimes in London. The game features a variety of gameplay elements, including:
- Exploration: Players can freely explore London, visiting different locations and talking to its inhabitants.
- Investigation: Players can collect evidence and interview witnesses to solve crimes.
- Deduction: Players can use their deductive skills to piece together clues and solve puzzles.
- Action: Players can engage in combat and stealth sequences.
The game’s branching storyline allows players to make choices that will affect the outcome of the game. For example, players can choose to side with different factions, or to pursue different leads. The game also features multiple endings, depending on the choices that players make.
Setting
Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened is set in London in the late 19th century. The game’s world is based on the real-life London of the time, and features many of the city’s famous landmarks. The game also features a number of fictional locations, such as the Diogenes Club, which is the headquarters of Holmes and Watson’s detective agency.
Characters
Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened features a large cast of characters, including:
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Sherlock Holmes: The world’s greatest detective. Holmes is a brilliant investigator with a keen eye for detail.
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Dr. Watson: Holmes’助手. Watson is a loyal friend and confidant to Holmes.
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Inspector Lestrade: A Scotland Yard detective who often works with Holmes. Lestrade is a competent detective, but he is often overshadowed by Holmes’ brilliance.
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Mycroft Holmes: Sherlock’s older brother. Mycroft is a high-ranking government official with a wide network of contacts.
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Irene Adler: A femme fatale who is one of Holmes’ few intellectual equals. Adler is a master of disguise and deception.
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Story
Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened begins with Holmes and Watson investigating a series of strange and disturbing events in London. The events appear to be connected to an ancient cult known as the Order of the Dragon.
As Holmes and Watson investigate the Order of the Dragon, they uncover a plot to overthrow the British government. The plot is led by Moriarty, Holmes’ arch-nemesis.
Holmes and Watson must race against time to stop Moriarty and his followers. The fate of London hangs in the balance.
Reception
Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its immersive world, branching storyline, and challenging puzzles. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Legacy
Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened is considered to be one of the best Sherlock Holmes games ever made. The game’s immersive world, branching storyline, and challenging puzzles have set a high standard for future Sherlock Holmes games.
The game has also been praised for its faithfulness to the original Sherlock Holmes stories. The game’s developers worked closely with the Conan Doyle estate to ensure that the game was true to the spirit of the original stories.
Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened is a must-play for fans of Sherlock Holmes and adventure games. The game’s immersive world, branching storyline, and challenging puzzles will keep players entertained for hours on end.
Review Score
8.5/10
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