Sherlock Holmes: Chapter One

 Xbox Series X
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75

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6.7

Mixed or average reviews- based on 39 Ratings

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  • Summary: In this story-driven detective thriller, a young Sherlock Holmes struggles to prove himself as he navigates an exotic, dangerous island in the Mediterranean to investigate the mystery of his mother’s death.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
  1. XBLA Fans
    Feb 23, 2022
    100
    I’ve played a few Sherlock games before and really enjoyed them. Chapter One has exceeded all expectations and made the bar very high for all future installments. It’s one of the best games I played this year! Being in an open world and solving cases is pure bliss. At least for people who like crime and solving cases. Don’t let the price fool you, this is a full game with tons of awesome content. It’s just a bonus that it costs less than the average AAA title. When it’s called Chapter One, it gives the impression there are more installments planned. But because technically it’s more of a prequel of sorts, it very well could be by itself and the name could just represent the timeline. I would be thrilled if there are more chapters, especially with the last scene of the game being so exciting. If there’s any indication this version of Sherlock will continue, count me in.
  2. Generación Xbox
    Dec 6, 2021
    87
    Sherlock Holmes: Chapter One brings us a young Sherlock Holmes in an open world adventure that will have you glued to your seat solving mysteries for a long time.
  3. Xbox Achievements
    Nov 22, 2021
    80
    Quite possibly developer Frogwares’ most accomplished crack at the iconic detective yet, Sherlock Holmes Chapter One combines a compelling story, detailed world, and involving investigation mechanics to great effect.
  4. MondoXbox
    Nov 15, 2021
    78
    Sherlock Holmes: Chapter One is a good (re)starting point for the famous detective's video game saga. The mysteries this time are a bit easier, but there are many more contents than usual thanks to the new open-world approach even if the new features would have used a little more development. All in all, the new direction of Sherlock Holmes is definitely the right one and we're eager to see where it will lead in the future.
  5. Movies Games and Tech
    Feb 14, 2022
    75
    If you love the detective genre, then you will adore the challenge that awaits. With some interesting and bizarre crimes to solve, colourful characters and vivid era-specific imagery, it’s a treat for the senses. However, even with all these positives, it was missing something! I can’t ignore the rinse and repeat character models, the rehash of many scenarios, and the lack of interaction. It left me wanting more, as I could see its potential. Despite its shortcomings, I recommend you to buy it.
  6. Gaming Nexus
    Nov 18, 2021
    74
    I need a little more hand holding than Sherlock Holmes Chapter One gives. I’m not as smart as Sherlock, and found myself bumbling around at times like a lost child. When I was in the zone I was having a good time. The variety of costumes made for a fun time, and the eavesdropping mini game were a good distraction to a worthwhile story. The game has flaws, but those can easily be overlooked with a mountain of fun and interesting mysteries to solve.
  7. Pure Xbox
    Nov 15, 2021
    60
    There are a lot of things to admire in Sherlock Holmes Chapter One, and when it works, it all comes together in a fantastic new way. Unfortunately, there are far too many instances of clues that perhaps made sense to the team that made it, but not the player. Just when you start finding your stride, a roadblock appears as you struggle to figure out your next steps. The jump to an open-world setting ultimately feels unnecessary and adds to the confusion. Sherlock Holmes Chapter One is not a bad game at all, but the experimental gameplay feels like a missed opportunity that a sequel could perhaps refine.

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User Reviews

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 10
  3. Negative: 4 out of 10
  1. LuckyLuciano
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    Just my favorite game ever: great story, interesting characters. I feel being a real detective.
  2. xCADILLAC1982x
    Nov 28, 2021
    10
    Amazing Graphics. Great Gameplay. Tight Mechanics. Overall one of the BEST Sherlock games so far. You get to see a younger more cockyAmazing Graphics. Great Gameplay. Tight Mechanics. Overall one of the BEST Sherlock games so far. You get to see a younger more cocky Sherlock. The Detective Mechanics are fleshed out & refined. A pleasure to play. If you have enjoyed the other Sherlock games, then you will definitely enjoy this entry to the series. If you got the time pick it up & play today!!… Expand
  4. Kaykat
    Jan 30, 2023
    9
    Absolutely loved this game. Perhaps my favourite game of 2022. 100 percent completed and it took me around 36 hours which is much longer thanAbsolutely loved this game. Perhaps my favourite game of 2022. 100 percent completed and it took me around 36 hours which is much longer than expected. Only criticism is that that the combat felt out of place and repetitive. Hitman style combat would've worked better imo.… Expand
  5. gum11
    Dec 21, 2021
    6
    the story of the main case is very good, but the game play is clunky (especially the combat scenes) and the cases are all pretty easy. I likedthe story of the main case is very good, but the game play is clunky (especially the combat scenes) and the cases are all pretty easy. I liked the older games of the series much better.… Expand
  6. Mindurbidniss
    Mar 15, 2023
    1
    Garbage. This is some of the laziest design you'll see in a game of this type. Also the character design is atrocious. Everyone looks likeGarbage. This is some of the laziest design you'll see in a game of this type. Also the character design is atrocious. Everyone looks like they shop at forever 21 for some reason... Those are minor issue compared to what passes as combat in this trashterpiece. And the cases, the most important aspect of the game, are all hollow, meaningless experiences. AVOID THIS GAME AT ALL COSTS… Expand
  7. Merro
    Feb 6, 2022
    1
    Crimes and Punishment was the best in the series. This is a generic B grade game.
  8. ProfRich
    Nov 19, 2021
    0
    Wtf is this? Nothing at all like the older games. This character is barely Sherlock. His 'mate' Jon is not the kind of person Sherlock wouldWtf is this? Nothing at all like the older games. This character is barely Sherlock. His 'mate' Jon is not the kind of person Sherlock would hang around with and is incredibly irritating. The voice acting is third rate compared to previous itterations.

    Frogware have LOST THE PLOT!    … Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#42 Best Xbox Series X Game of 2021
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#52 Most Discussed Xbox Series X Game of 2021