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Ms. Holmes: The Monster of the Baskervilles Collector's Edition

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66%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
graphics, atmosphere
95% User Score Based on 20 reviews

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Ms. Holmes: The Monster of the Baskervilles Collector's Edition is a single player action game. It was developed by Elephant Games and was released on May 31, 2019. It received very positive reviews from players.

Can you stop a past case from destroying the present?

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95%
Audience ScoreBased on 20 reviews
story4 positive mentions
stability3 negative mentions

  • The game features a well-thought-out story and engaging gameplay that integrates detective elements with hidden object mechanics.
  • The artwork and atmosphere are beautifully gothic, enhancing the overall experience and fitting well with the narrative.
  • The game offers a variety of puzzles and mini-games that are enjoyable and provide a good challenge without being overly difficult.
  • The game is relatively short, and some players wish for more content or the ability to revisit missed collectibles without replaying.
  • There are frequent glitches and bugs that can disrupt gameplay, including game-breaking issues that require restarting.
  • The pacing is interrupted by excessive cutscenes, which can detract from the immersion and flow of the game.
  • story
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is well-crafted, integrating a detective narrative with hidden object gameplay, which enhances player engagement through attention to detail and context. While the plot features intriguing twists and unique puzzles, some players noted a game-breaking bug that hindered progression, and the abundance of cut scenes may detract from the experience. Overall, the story and characters are praised for their depth and creativity, making it a worthwhile experience despite minor flaws.

    • “The idea of mixing a hidden object game with a detective story is one that makes sense; most Sherlock Holmes and other private investigator stories focus on attention to detail, noticing things that others would overlook and putting them into context.”
    • “An elegant solution to integrate the story with the gameplay without taking the player out of it.”
    • “Story and characters are better than most, and there are several unique puzzles.”
    • “While I think the final plot twist might be a little 'out there' for people looking for an experience closer to the source material, it is still an enjoyable title that could be worth your time.”
    • “I had played for enough hours that starting over seemed annoying but hadn't played far enough to be fully invested in the outcome of the story.”
    • “- Bonus chapter is entertaining, although slightly short and not much plot (being generous).”
  • graphics
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics are praised for their gothic artwork and atmospheric design, effectively capturing the tone of the original novel. While the visuals are generally appealing and enhance the storytelling, some players experienced game-breaking bugs and found certain mini-games frustrating. Overall, the graphics strike a balance between artistic quality and gameplay accessibility.

    • “First of all, the artwork and atmosphere is wonderfully gothic and it fits the tone of the original novel so well that was very gothic in itself.”
    • “A few too many 'correctly shaped amulets', but the graphic quality is the right mix of artistic that looks good, but doesn't make the hogs unnecessarily difficult.”
    • “Good graphics, nice story.”
    • “The graphics are a mixed bag; while some elements are artistically pleasing, others feel outdated and lack detail.”
    • “The character models are poorly designed and lack the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
    • “The environments are bland and repetitive, making exploration feel tedious rather than engaging.”
  • atmosphere
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is praised for its beautifully gothic artwork that aligns perfectly with the tone of the original novel, creating a cozy yet mysterious environment. Users appreciate the pleasing visuals and effective sound design, which includes background music that enhances the experience without being overwhelming.

    • “First of all, the artwork and atmosphere is wonderfully gothic and it fits the tone of the original novel so well that was very gothic in itself.”
    • “Some titles can get busy at times or straining to look at, but everything in this game looks amazing and pleasing to look at, with the cool colors helping create a cozy but somewhat mysterious atmosphere.”
    • “Some titles can get busy at times, or straining to look at, but everything in this game looks amazing and pleasing to look at, the cool colors helping with a cozy but somewhat mysterious atmosphere.”
    • “The sound design is also very efficient, with background music that enhances the atmosphere without being too intrusive, and the sound effects are also enjoyable.”
  • gameplay
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay seamlessly integrates storytelling with engaging mini-games and puzzles, including unique mechanics reminiscent of Candy Crush and logic games akin to Sherlock Holmes titles, which enhance player immersion and provide helpful story recaps. This variety keeps players engaged and ensures that gameplay elements are contextually relevant.

    • “An elegant solution to integrate the story with the gameplay without taking the player out of it.”
    • “The mini-games and puzzles make sense in the context, and there are even fighting scenes with Candy Crush mechanics to shake things up. The varied types of gameplay keep the player engaged, and at some points, there is a mini-logic game similar to Frogwares' Sherlock Holmes or Blazing Griffin's Hercule Poirot titles, which also serves as a small summary or catch-up for players who may not be sure where the story is going.”
    • “The mini-games and puzzles also make sense in the context, and there are even fighting scenes with Candy Crush mechanics to shake things up. Other varied types keep the player engaged; at some points, there is a mini-logic game similar to Frogwares' Sherlock Holmes or Blazing Griffin's Hercule Poirot titles that also works as a small summary or catch-up that helps if the player isn’t too sure where the story is going.”
  • stability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report experiencing frequent glitches that disrupt gameplay, although restarting the game can temporarily resolve these issues. Overall, stability appears to be a concern for many players.

    • “The game glitches out on me several times. I was able to fix it by turning the game off and back on, but it was still annoying.”
    • “I frequently experience crashes that disrupt my gameplay, making it hard to enjoy the experience.”
    • “The stability issues are frustrating; I often encounter lag and unexpected freezes that ruin the flow of the game.”
  • music
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music and sound design in the game effectively enhance the atmosphere, with background music that complements the experience without being overpowering, alongside enjoyable sound effects.

    • “The sound design is very efficient, with background music that enhances the atmosphere without being too intrusive, and the sound effects are also enjoyable.”
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Ms. Holmes: The Monster of the Baskervilles Collector's Edition is a action game.

Ms. Holmes: The Monster of the Baskervilles Collector's Edition is available on PC and Windows.

Ms. Holmes: The Monster of the Baskervilles Collector's Edition was released on May 31, 2019.

Ms. Holmes: The Monster of the Baskervilles Collector's Edition was developed by Elephant Games.

Ms. Holmes: The Monster of the Baskervilles Collector's Edition has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its graphics.

Ms. Holmes: The Monster of the Baskervilles Collector's Edition is a single player game.

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