- December 23, 2009
- Frogwares
- 8h median play time
Sherlock Holmes versus Jack the Ripper
Platforms
About
"Sherlock Holmes versus Jack the Ripper" is a single-player mystery arcade game with an intriguing story, set in 1888 London. As Sherlock Holmes, you'll investigate a series of gruesome murders committed by the infamous Jack the Ripper, navigating the dense atmosphere of Whitechapel's dark alleyways. The game boasts spectacular mechanics, a good soundtrack, and some humor, but can be very grinding, buggy, and has moments that may elicit laughter.











- Engaging story that intertwines historical facts about Jack the Ripper with the fictional narrative of Sherlock Holmes.
- Interesting puzzles and deduction mechanics that make players feel like real detectives.
- Atmospheric depiction of Victorian London, enhancing the immersive experience.
- Frequent bugs, including a save function that often fails, leading to potential loss of progress.
- Some puzzles are poorly explained or require outside knowledge, making them frustrating to solve.
- Graphics and voice acting feel dated, which may detract from the overall experience for some players.
story
525 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe story of "Sherlock Holmes vs. Jack the Ripper" is a compelling blend of historical fact and fiction, immersing players in a gritty detective narrative that explores the infamous murders in Victorian London. While the storytelling and character development are praised for their depth and engagement, some players noted pacing issues and tedious fetch quests that detract from the overall experience. Despite its dated graphics and occasional gameplay bugs, the narrative remains a highlight, offering intriguing twists and a satisfying conclusion that keeps players invested until the end.
“The storytelling and character development are top-notch, capturing the essence of Sherlock Holmes and his world.”
“The story is well made, it has several twists and the obvious explanations are almost never the right ones, pushing the player to go more in depth in all the available tracks, in search of Jack.”
“The story is gripping as the true events and that's probably what kept me playing this game to the end.”
“Unfortunately, the plot takes its sweet time to get going; you need to finish some boring tasks for the police before you can get into the murders.”
“Half of the story just leads you on in a narrative story type of game with no real puzzles, but then there are some puzzles which are just tedious, petty and not fun.”
“Unfortunately, the story only barely holds together, with lots of running back-and-forth and long-winded, badly acted dialogue.”