adventure video game
Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened
By Frogwares, released 1 Jan 2023
- Microsoft Windows
- Xbox Series X and Series S
What it is
Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened is a single-player adventure from Frogwares that brings Sherlock Holmes into the Cthulhu Mythos. Set in 1882, it follows Sherlock and John Watson as they investigate disappearances across Europe and the United States, apparently connected to a cult worshipping an Ancient God. The case challenges Sherlock’s rational outlook as he confronts an entity beyond ordinary explanation and fears his pursuit of answers may push him toward madness. Locations include Baker Street in London, a Swiss psychiatric hospital and the Louisiana wetlands. The game is a reimagining of the 2008 title, rebuilt with updated graphics and gameplay. On Steam, it lists achievements, full controller support, Steam Cloud and Family Sharing. Its Steam platform is Windows; the platform facts also list Xbox Series X and Series S. The Steam age rating is 13.
What players like, and what they don't
- Sherlock Holmes and Cthulhu Mythos crossover
- Investigations span several locations
- Full controller support
- Steam Cloud and Family Sharing
- Single-player only
- Steam platform listing is Windows
- Steam age rating is 13
Who it suits
It suits players interested in investigative adventure stories with Sherlock Holmes, Watson and Lovecraftian horror. The single-player format and listed controller support may also suit players who prefer playing solo with a controller.
The Awakened frames a Holmes investigation as a supernatural mystery, with a story about Sherlock and Watson’s early partnership. It is a single-player adventure with controller support and Steam Cloud.
