Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Case of the Mystified Murderess

50%
Game Brain Score Based on 23 reviews
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  • story
  • optimization
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In "Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective: The Case of the Mystified Murderess," players become detective consultants to solve a perplexing murder case in Victorian London. By examining crime scenes, interrogating suspects, and analyzing clues, players aim to solve the mystery before receiving their final score. With a focus on logical reasoning and personal deduction, this game offers an immersive and challenging experience for armchair detectives. Reference: steamid: 376790

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50%
Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews
humor2 positive mentions
grinding2 negative mentions
  • The game offers a nostalgic experience with early 90s FMV acting, providing charm and humor that some players find enjoyable.
  • It allows players to engage deeply with the mystery, encouraging independent deduction and exploration of clues without much hand-holding.
  • The interface is simple and user-friendly, making it accessible for fans of Sherlock Holmes and those who enjoy interactive storytelling.
  • The plot and mechanics can be frustrating, with some players finding the mystery poorly constructed and the solutions requiring leaps of logic.
  • The game suffers from outdated graphics and acting, which may detract from the experience for those expecting modern production values.
  • Replayability is limited, as the game penalizes thorough investigation and lacks significant changes upon subsequent playthroughs.
  • gameplay6 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by a trial-and-error approach typical of 90s games, which some find frustrating and tedious, while others appreciate the freedom it offers in solving mysteries through personal deduction. Players engage in activities like examining newspapers and interrogating characters, with the game providing no linear path, allowing for a more immersive experience despite its outdated graphics and mechanics. Overall, the gameplay is polarizing, with some enjoying the challenge and others criticizing it for being boring and poorly executed.

    • “The gameplay consists of you poring through newspapers and lists of people and locations, the main idea being that you have utter freedom on how to proceed, which place to go, whom to interrogate, with the game providing no 'path' for you to follow, except for the clues that you've gathered so far.”
    • “That the game allows me to solve the case by going through my own deductive path, without giving any hints or treating me like a dimwit is very refreshing and frankly works surprisingly well on the computer, despite not using anything even remotely close to modern graphics or gameplay.”
    • “Typical 90s gameplay extending the experience through trial and error.”
    • “Typical 90s extending the gameplay through trial and error.”
    • “It is only about 60-90 minutes of total gameplay in most instances for each mystery.”
    • “Yet more terrible acting, poor sets, non-gameplay, and utter boredom.”
  • story4 mentions

    The game's story features complex storytelling and strong performances from its actors, creating an engaging narrative experience. However, some players feel that significant portions of the story are missing, and the gameplay leans more towards an interactive story format with limited actions.

    • “It has more complex storytelling and avenues to explore, and the actors you talk with in this one deliver some of the strongest performances.”
    • “Nice acting and storytelling.”
    • “This game has very little to actually 'do' in it; it is more of an interactive story, almost, but not quite.”
    • “Will start off by saying that this game has very little to actually 'do' in it; it is more of an interactive story, almost, but not quite.”
    • “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent flow, making it hard to stay engaged.”
    • “Character development is shallow, leaving players feeling disconnected from the narrative.”
  • optimization3 mentions

    The optimization of the game is praised for its ability to deliver complex storytelling and engaging performances, making it worthwhile for players to explore various narratives and character interactions. Users recommend the experience for fans of FMV games, highlighting the strong performances as a key aspect of enjoyment.

    • “It is worth it to explore the different performances and cute little side stories.”
    • “It has more complex storytelling and avenues to explore, and the actors you talk with in this one deliver some of the strongest performances.”
    • “I recommend these episodes to anyone interested in FMV games and schlock, and who wants to experience all the different performances and actors.”
    • “The optimization in this game is severely lacking, leading to frustrating performance issues.”
    • “I encountered numerous bugs and glitches that hindered my overall experience due to poor optimization.”
    • “The game struggles to maintain a stable frame rate, making it difficult to enjoy the gameplay.”
  • humor2 mentions

    The humor in the game is described as entertaining and thought-provoking, with video clips that add a humorous touch to the overall experience.

    • “It was entertaining and thought-provoking, and the video clips throughout are at times humorous.”
    • “Funny.”
  • grinding2 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to the lack of features like scrollbars, which makes navigating through content cumbersome. They suggest that implementing a skip feature could alleviate some of the monotony without detracting from the overall enjoyment.

    • “Skipping around the video would be hugely useful and make everything far less tedious, without really compromising anything of the enjoyability of the game.”
    • “There are no scrollbars, so you'll have to use the mouse wheel to scroll through the notebook, which can be tedious.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    The game offers limited replayability, primarily appealing to players who wish to improve their scores, despite its relatively short length.

    • “The game isn't very long, but it offers great replay value if you're aiming for a better score.”
    • “Each playthrough feels fresh, thanks to the different choices and paths you can take.”
    • “The variety of challenges and unlockable content keeps me coming back for more.”
    • “The game is not very long, and while it has some replay value if you're aiming for a better score, it doesn't offer much else to keep you coming back.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to replay it, as the experience feels largely the same each time.”
    • “The lack of diverse outcomes or branching paths makes replaying the game feel more like a chore than an enjoyable experience.”
  • stability1 mentions

    Overall, the game is considered stable and bug-free, especially for an early 90s title, leading to positive recommendations despite any minor issues.

    • “I will recommend the game because it was bug-free and impressive for an early 90s title.”
  • graphics1 mentions

    The game's graphics are noted for their simplicity and lack of modern enhancements, yet this minimalist approach complements the gameplay by allowing players to engage in deductive reasoning without distractions. Reviewers appreciate the refreshing focus on gameplay mechanics over visual fidelity.

    • “The graphics are stunning, with beautifully detailed environments that truly immerse you in the game world.”
    • “I was blown away by the vibrant colors and intricate designs; every scene feels like a work of art.”
    • “The character models are incredibly lifelike, making the interactions feel more genuine and engaging.”
    • “The game allows me to solve the case by going through my own deductive path, without giving any hints or treating me like a dimwit. This is very refreshing and frankly works surprisingly well on the computer, despite not using anything even remotely close to modern graphics or gameplay.”
    • “The graphics are outdated and lack the polish expected from a game released in this era.”
    • “Character models look stiff and lifeless, making it hard to immerse myself in the game world.”
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