Sherlock Holmes: The Darkest Mysteries Bundle

FROGWARES IRELAND LTD
PS4PS5
Average rating 4.19 stars out of five stars from 1.7K ratings
  • Offline play enabled
  • 1 player
  • Accessibility features (10)
    Accessibility Features
  • PS5 Version
    Vibration function and trigger effect supported (DualSense wireless controller)
  • PS5 cloud streaming supported only with Premium subscription
  • PS4 Version
    DUALSHOCK 4 vibration
Blood, Drug Reference, Violence
  • Offline play enabled
  • 1 player
  • Accessibility features (10)
    Accessibility Features
  • PS5 Version
    Vibration function and trigger effect supported (DualSense wireless controller)
  • PS5 cloud streaming supported only with Premium subscription
  • PS4 Version
    DUALSHOCK 4 vibration

Editions:

Standard Edition PS5 & PS4
PS4PS5
  • Sherlock Holmes The Awakened
Sherlock Holmes: The Darkest Mysteries Bundle
PS4PS5
  • The Testament of Sherlock Holmes
  • Sherlock Holmes The Awakened
Deluxe Edition PS5 & PS4
PS4PS5
  • Sherlock Holmes The Awakened
  • The Whispered Dreams Side Quest Pack

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FlameWolfe07
4 stars out of 5
Rated 12/25/2025
Standard Edition PS5 & PS4
Nice continuation of the series

For fans of Frogwares' Sherlock Holmes series that were disappointed by the open world of Sherlock Holmes Chapter One, you should appreciate this return to a linear story. I personally liked the open world, but... Also, there's not really any combat in this one (a couple instances of firing a gun under very specific circumstances), which I know is another thing some people didn't care for. The mechanics are familiar while also changing things up a bit (for an overall improvement). I really enjoyed how they handled combining clues this go around. Rather than the usual "match two things" that are even in the "classic" games, there could be a number of things, spanning different categories, in order to find a proper deduction. There are a number of dots to each deduction, and they're color coded by type of clue, which makes everything a little easier to pick up. While the game is mostly linear, there are a few small side cases you can pick up in the various locations. The story takes us from London to the U.S. and back again. The locations themselves are stunning. Atmosphere is also played well, from music to the lighting to the design of a space. Voice acting and character design was A+. Even though this is a direct sequel to Chapter One, you don't have to have played it in order to enjoy this one. Again, I realize the open world might have put some people off. That said, this still won't be for everyone due to its obvious cosmic horror bent. Which it does very well I should say. In the end, this game does mystery and deduction right, which is really where Frogwares shines.

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Take on Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson's darkest cases, and put both your logic and your sanity to the test as you dig deeper for the mind-shattering truth.

The Testament of Sherlock Holmes (PlayStation®4 only)
In the heart of Victorian London, a shocking newspaper article accuses Sherlock Holmes of a heinous crime — the theft of a valuable gemstone collection. What are your options? Only one, you have to unravel the mystery that threatens to shatter your reputation. Despite the appearance that everything is spiraling out of control, you are Sherlock Holmes. So, go ahead and together with your sleuthing companion Dr. John Watson, clear your name and preserve your legacy.

Sherlock Holmes The Awakened (Available on PlayStation®5 and PlayStation®4)
A Lovecraft meets Sherlock Holmes crossover, The Awakened puts you up against the legendary Cthulhu Mythos. Investigate a series of mysterious disappearances, apparently linked to a dark cult that worships an Ancient God. Whatever their plan is, you must put a stop to it… or face unspeakable consequences.

Platform:
PS4, PS5
Release:
6/27/2024
Publisher:
FROGWARES IRELAND LTD
Genres:
Horror, Adventure
PS5 Voice:
English
PS5 Screen Languages:
Arabic, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Czech, English, French (France), German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish, Turkish, Ukrainian
PS4 Voice:
English, French (France), German
PS4 Screen Languages:
Arabic, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Czech, English, French (France), German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish, Turkish, Ukrainian
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