The Lost Cases of Sherlock Holmes > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

Overall rating

5 / 5

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Sherlock's Getting a Bad Rap

PostedOctober 5, 2012

qpqt

fromAurora, OH

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

OK, some of the objects are small and some are ridiculously hidden. But if you manage your hints, you'll be able to get through each case.

Each chapter is timed. I generally HATE timed games. But I like this one. And, again, if you are careful with your use of hints and use them wisely, you'll be fine.

The graphics are very good. And the objects pretty much relate to the time period -- late ...Show more

OK, some of the objects are small and some are ridiculously hidden. But if you manage your hints, you'll be able to get through each case.

Each chapter is timed. I generally HATE timed games. But I like this one. And, again, if you are careful with your use of hints and use them wisely, you'll be fine.

The graphics are very good. And the objects pretty much relate to the time period -- late 1800's. There are no laptops to find, no cars, no telephones.

Each case is its own little short story, so I don't see how you could get bored. And the mini games are varied, so you're not doing the same mini game over and over.

You visit new locations for each case, except for Baker Street where you return each time to figure out the identity of the culprit.

I gave this game 5 stars partly because I really like it and partly to counteract the bad reviews, which I think are undeserved. But to each his own. I have given one star reviews to games that have a 4 or 5 star average rating. Show less

I recommend this game!

+60points

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Overall rating

4 / 5

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pretty challenging game

PostedJanuary 10, 2012

kathiep53

fromca.

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle

Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

2 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Items are very small even with magnifying glass, but it was still fun to play. Mini games are really fun. I don't really like games with time limits , but with the help of hints there is usually enough time. It seams to be a pretty long game ( not finished yet ).

I recommend this game!

+27points

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Overall rating

4 / 5

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Solid Detective Work

PostedJune 25, 2015

coffeyfan77

fromPhiladelphia, PA

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Time Management, Adventure, Large File, Word, Card & Board

Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

3 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Lost Cases is a Sherlock Holmes-themed game presenting cases you and Dr. Watson must crack. In each of the cases you will be presented with different areas to search. Finding the differences or given clue items will result in suspects being unveiled. Once you've identified all suspects, you'll play a matching and concentration game to confirm your evildoer. Holmes will then explain what ...Show more

Lost Cases is a Sherlock Holmes-themed game presenting cases you and Dr. Watson must crack. In each of the cases you will be presented with different areas to search. Finding the differences or given clue items will result in suspects being unveiled. Once you've identified all suspects, you'll play a matching and concentration game to confirm your evildoer. Holmes will then explain what happened.

There is plenty to like here, especially for the Holmes buff. Cases are right in line with typical Sherlock fare, and there are minigames divided up within the cases to make the game a bit meatier. Difficulty level is decent. Hardest thing will be picking up the objects, as scenes are cluttered and you'll have to make use of a magnifying glass. I also liked the ability to find a Sherlock cap somewhere in each case to unlock a bonus chemistry feature, though the reward itself is rather underwhelming.

Voice acting is solidly done, and you'll meet a couple of the famous Holmes characters along the way. It is repetitive and not exactly a way to demonstrate his famous deductive skills, but I had a great time working on a wide variety of cases. Highly enjoyed. Show less

I recommend this game!

+17points

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Overall rating

4 / 5

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Great Detective game

PostedOctober 4, 2018

Mastermac59

fromMontreal CANADA

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Puzzle

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Very great game with different stories. Playing with magnifier is fun. Highly recommended.

I recommend this game!

+3points

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Overall rating

3 / 5

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Easy Sherlock

PostedJuly 31, 2012

rosekaufmann

fromLos Angeles

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Current Favorite:

Surface: Mystery of Another World

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Fun Factor

3 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

2 / 5

Level of Challenge

2 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

There are 16 cases to solve, each with a time limit. Game lasts about 4-5 hours. Cases generally include various puzzles and HOS, ending with a mini-game identifying the guilty part. The puzzles and HOS in each case are nicely tied to the story. Items are not difficult to identify and fit into the scenes. Find a Sherlock Cap in each book and unlock a bonus chapter. Earn extra hints by finding a ...Show more

There are 16 cases to solve, each with a time limit. Game lasts about 4-5 hours. Cases generally include various puzzles and HOS, ending with a mini-game identifying the guilty part. The puzzles and HOS in each case are nicely tied to the story. Items are not difficult to identify and fit into the scenes. Find a Sherlock Cap in each book and unlock a bonus chapter. Earn extra hints by finding a Sherlock pipe in each scene.

Fun game, even though solving the crimes is simplistic and quite easy. No annoying traveling. Overall, game has a British feel. Animation is stiff and artwork was bland, though that may be the look for which they were aiming. You can easily stop and restart playing at any point. Once you've played the game, it may be too easy to hold your interest the next time. Show less

I recommend this game!

+19points

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Overall rating

3 / 5

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An Ok Game

PostedMay 5, 2012

catbag8717

fromTasmania, Australia

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Time Management

Current Favorite:

The Lost Cases of 221B Baker St.

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Fun Factor

3 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This game was ok, but the worst of the Sherlock Games I've played.

Good Parts:
Suspect Minigame
The challenge of puzzles and finding hidden objects
The Storylines of each case

OK Parts:
Took me a while to get in to

Bad Parts:
The objects were small
Some objects were ridiculously hard to find
The cases were timed
You couldn't turn the timer off

In conclusion: I wouldn't reccomend this game ...Show more

This game was ok, but the worst of the Sherlock Games I've played.

Good Parts:
Suspect Minigame
The challenge of puzzles and finding hidden objects
The Storylines of each case

OK Parts:
Took me a while to get in to

Bad Parts:
The objects were small
Some objects were ridiculously hard to find
The cases were timed
You couldn't turn the timer off

In conclusion: I wouldn't reccomend this game unless you're VERY patient and have VERY good eye sight Show less

I don't recommend this game.

+22points

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Overall rating

3 / 5

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Not the Most Entertaining Game

PostedNovember 23, 2011

samanthakorrinn

fromChampaign, IL

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Word, Adventure, Hidden Object, Card & Board, Puzzle

Fun Factor

3 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

3 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Once I completed the first "case" in this game, I felt like all the others were essentially identical. Unfortunately, it's not very engaging or entertaining. I'm a huge Sherlock Holmes fan but this game leaves a bit to be desired.

I don't recommend this game.

+11points

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Overall rating

3 / 5

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OK

PostedApril 27, 2012

lauramiller1982

fromLebanon, IL

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Puzzle

Fun Factor

3 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

3 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

Was worth the time, but a bit repetitive.

I recommend this game!

+4points

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Overall rating

3 / 5

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VERY Elementary, indeed.

PostedMay 26, 2012

AutismMom00

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Word, Hidden Object, Large File, Brain Teaser

Fun Factor

3 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

3 / 5

Level of Challenge

2 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

I like challenge, but this was too easy for me. The only time I had to use the hint button was because I had trouble seeing objects even w/the magnifier.

The process of elimination was too easy for each story. I think for a tween, (11-15 or so) it would be great, but I was bored. Too bad, because I love the logic of Holmes.

Also, the characters and the graphics were just so-so. I have seen ...Show more

I like challenge, but this was too easy for me. The only time I had to use the hint button was because I had trouble seeing objects even w/the magnifier.

The process of elimination was too easy for each story. I think for a tween, (11-15 or so) it would be great, but I was bored. Too bad, because I love the logic of Holmes.

Also, the characters and the graphics were just so-so. I have seen worse, but I was not impressed.

Recommend for an older juvenile, but unless you are just looking for a time filler without a hard challenge, skip this one. I won't be buying it. Show less

I don't recommend this game.

+3points

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Overall rating

2 / 5

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Good Idea Ruined by Tiny Tiny Hidden Objects

PostedApril 23, 2015

Morganna7

fromWirral England

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3

Fun Factor

2 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

3 / 5

Level of Challenge

2 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

What a shame! The objects are really difficult to see even with the magnifying glass and using a hint.

I love HOGs but the best ones are where the objects are hidden in plain sight, eg when you have to use the hint, you wonder how you ever missed the broccoli in the tree.

Other elements of the game are inventive and true to the Sherlock Holmes ethos and analysing the suspects and clues was quite ...Show more

What a shame! The objects are really difficult to see even with the magnifying glass and using a hint.

I love HOGs but the best ones are where the objects are hidden in plain sight, eg when you have to use the hint, you wonder how you ever missed the broccoli in the tree.

Other elements of the game are inventive and true to the Sherlock Holmes ethos and analysing the suspects and clues was quite fun.

However, as the hidden object scenes were spoilt for me I decided not to purchase Show less

+3points

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