Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Case of the Mummy's Curse

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Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Case of the Mummy's Curse is a single player puzzle game with a mystery theme. It was developed by Zojoi and was released on June 8, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

The London Times started it all – calling the murders the work of an ancient Egyptian curse. I accused the tabloid of capitalizing on the superstitions of the populace. Yet, three men were dead, with the wrappings of a 4000-year old mummy binding their fates together.

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story4 positive mentions

optimization3 negative mentions

The remastered FMV videos have significantly improved quality over the original versions, enhancing the nostalgic experience for players.
The game captures the classic Sherlock Holmes atmosphere well, with charming and sometimes entertaining live-action performances.
It offers a unique detective experience focused on deductive reasoning, suitable for fans of old-school mystery and FMV games.

The scoring system is counter-intuitive and punishes exploration, encouraging minimal investigation which contradicts the spirit of Sherlock Holmes.
Gameplay is very short with limited replay value; many find the interface clunky, and the game lacks modern quality-of-life improvements.
Numerous bugs and issues exist such as non-working subtitles, repeated video clips for repeated interactions, unresolved plot threads, and occasionally poor acting and audio quality.

story
15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
53%
20%
The story is noted for its complex and well-performed storytelling, with authentic dialog and an interesting investigative structure, though many find it somewhat short and incomplete with loose narrative threads. While the interactive format allows players to explore different leads, some criticize the overall plot as confusing or lacking depth. Ultimately, it is praised as an engaging, actor-driven narrative experience, but not a fully fleshed-out mystery or game.
- “It has more complex storytelling and avenues to explore, and the actors you talk with in this one are some of the strongest performances.”
- “The writing is good and the dialogue feels right for a Holmes story.”
- “The case of the mummy's curse was the first in the first set of games; the story is quite well told - won't give too much detail though, because you should try out this interactive "movie" and find out for yourself who was the murderer, what other information about the victims turns up, and what motive the murderer had for each of his killings.”
- “Awful logic, a very confusing timeline, and a story I just did not care about at all.”
- “This means the game is left with a whole bunch of random plot threads that go absolutely nowhere.”
- “It all makes for a rubbish story, and a rubbish mystery.”
gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
23%
The gameplay focuses on classic 90s-style detective work involving clue searching through newspapers and FMV interviews, emphasizing straightforward storytelling and decision-making without modern mechanics. It features a unique scoring system that penalizes unnecessary actions, which can discourage exploration, especially for new players. While simple and unpretentious, the gameplay is relatively short and may feel dry, with limited interactivity beyond investigation and dialogue choices.
- “There are no modern mechanics to distract from the pure detective work.”
- “There is a certain game mechanic in place that gives you negative points for any unnecessary actions taken, places visited, etc. The higher your score, the worse your performance.”
- “The gameplay revolves around searching for clues in newspapers and FMV interviews.”
- “The gameplay is very dry (along with the FMV but at least the actors aren't terrible).”
- “This particular criticism holds up, as the fashionable FMV was all that any console wanted to showcase with what little gameplay there actually is being shoehorned in any which they could.”
- “This Steam version features better interface and improved video over the Mega CD, but there are no trophies/achievements or trading cards, which really would have added some much needed dimension to the gameplay.”
optimization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
56%
33%
The optimization in this game is mixed, as players are penalized for exploring content—its main appeal—which can lead to frustration when trying to balance thoroughness with efficiency. While the FMV performances are generally charming and above average for the genre, the scoring system discourages extensive exploration, making optimization feel restrictive rather than rewarding.
- “However, what this boils down to is that you're penalized for exploring the game's content which is basically its selling point: seeing the FMV sequences and their charming performances.”
- “However, what this boils down to is that you're penalized for exploring the game's content, which is basically its selling point: seeing the FMV sequences and their charming performances.”
- “There is a certain game mechanic in place that gives you negative points for any unnecessary actions taken, places visited, etc. The higher your score, the worse your performance.”
- “However, be careful not to waste too much time on red herrings, as efficiency is part of how your performance is judged.”
replayability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game is very short and offers limited replayability, mainly centered around achieving higher scores with fewer clues. While it may be enjoyable for a single playthrough, it lacks long-term engagement and is better suited as a budget or discounted purchase.
- “The game is short and has little replay value, other than trying to get a better score.”
- “It is really short and has only very limited replayability.”
- “Due to its lack of replay value, I would not advise spending over two dollars for this game.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The graphics effectively immerse players in Victorian London with detailed visuals and live-action FMV sequences, which, while potentially feeling dated to some, add a charming and fitting atmosphere for Sherlock Holmes fans.
- “Graphics and sound.”
- “The FMV segments might feel dated to modern players, but they have a certain charm that fits the Holmes aesthetic.”
- “Check it out if you enjoy Sherlock Holmes or cheesy FMV games, but I wouldn't really recommend it for anyone outside of that demographic.”
- “The game immerses you in Victorian London, capturing the era’s atmosphere through its live-action video sequences and detailed visuals.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game effectively immerses players in Victorian London with detailed visuals and live-action sequences that capture the classic Sherlock Holmes atmosphere. However, some criticize the low production value, repetitive sets, and poor acting, which detract from the overall ambiance for certain viewers.
- “The game immerses you in Victorian London, capturing the era’s atmosphere through its live-action video sequences and detailed visuals.”
- “The game itself is pretty short but manages to perfectly capture that cozy 1880s Sherlock Holmes atmosphere, which is the one I love to immerse myself in the most.”
- “The acting reminds a lot of the old black and white movies, which actually captures the atmosphere of the original Sherlock Holmes.”
- “From a production value perspective, the sets are cheap (it seems that they just redressed one room over and over), the soap opera acting is atrocious, and there is zero atmosphere.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The humor is largely ineffective, characterized by repetitive, unfunny text and amateurish voice acting that fails to entertain. Attempts at wit are minimal, resulting in a stale and boring experience, though some may find its outdated style unintentionally amusing.
- “This stuff is so vintage that it is really funny.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music effectively enhances the game's mood with a thoughtful and charming soundtrack that sets the scene without being distracting.
- “The audio, including the music and voice acting, enhances the mood without being distracting.”
- “The original game had a great deal of charm with a thoughtful soundtrack and introduction setting the scene as soon as you booted the game.”
stability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent bugs affecting the overall experience.
- “The game is buggy.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users found the emotional aspect undermined by chaotic presentation and poorly executed hand-made drawings, which detracted from the experience and evoked frustration rather than empathy.

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Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Case of the Mummy's Curse is a puzzle game with mystery theme.

Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Case of the Mummy's Curse is available on PC, Mac OS, Phone, iPad and others.

On average players spend around 1 hours playing Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Case of the Mummy's Curse.

Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Case of the Mummy's Curse was released on June 8, 2015.

Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Case of the Mummy's Curse was developed by Zojoi.

Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Case of the Mummy's Curse has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Case of the Mummy's Curse for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Case of the Mummy's Curse is a single player game.

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