Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened - Remastered Edition (2008)

The beloved Sherlock Holmes series is back with an updated version of The Awakened, a game that brings fresh depth to the original title developed by Frogwares. This remastered edition keeps the iconic Point & Click gameplay of its predecessors, while adding significant improvements and new features. Players can now experience the game from a third-person perspective, offering a new way to engage with the world of Sherlock Holmes, though the original first-person view remains available for those who prefer the classic experience.

Set in a world where reality intertwines with the supernatural, the game takes players on an intense investigation surrounding the legendary myth of Cthulhu, as envisioned by H.P. Lovecraft. Sherlock Holmes, accompanied by his faithful companion, Dr. Watson, is tasked with solving a series of mysterious disappearances. As the investigation progresses, the clues lead Holmes and Watson toward a secretive cult, whose activities are linked to the bizarre events. The adventure starts in London, at the iconic Baker Street, and unfolds across several locations, including a disturbing psychiatric hospital in Bale, Switzerland, eerie Louisiana, and finally, the remote regions of Scotland.

Key Features

• Dual Perspective: Players can switch between two available viewpoints at any time. Choose the third-person perspective for a fresh look at the environment and characters, or stick to the classic first-person view to retain the game's original feel.
• Confrontation Between Rational and Supernatural: For the first time, Sherlock Holmes faces off against the eerie and otherworldly forces of Cthulhu, blending the detective's sharp reasoning with the chilling unknown.
• Immersive Atmosphere: The game features rich, detailed graphics, well-crafted dialogue, unsettling characters, and an atmospheric soundtrack that brings the turn-of-the-century setting to life.
• Play as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson: Step into the shoes of the world’s greatest detective and his loyal friend as they solve the mystery of the strange disappearances.
• Intuitive Help System: The new help system provides an easy-to-use interface that highlights interactive objects and actions, ensuring players have the tools they need to progress through the investigation.
• Extensive Character Interaction: The game includes more than 60 characters spread across five unique and unsettling environments. Each character plays a vital role in uncovering the truth behind the mystery.
• Comprehensive Object and Clue System: With over 50 objects to use and combine, and hundreds of clues and documents to uncover, players will need to carefully piece together the investigation's many facets to solve the case.

Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened - Remastered Edition offers an engaging, immersive experience that fans of the detective genre and supernatural thrillers alike will appreciate. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the series or new to the world of Sherlock Holmes, this remastered edition delivers a fresh and exciting experience, blending classic detective work with elements of Lovecraftian horror. As you delve deeper into the mysteries, the boundaries between logic and the unknown become increasingly blurred, pushing Sherlock Holmes to confront challenges that go beyond reason.