Sherlock Holmes Chapter One

Sherlock Holmes Chapter One

Released Nov 2021

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.

77% positive · 4,450 reviews
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All announced content has been released
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Evaluation

Sherlock Holmes Chapter One launched on November 15, 2021. Post-launch, Frogwares delivered a series of paid and free DLC packs tied to a Season Pass: Beyond a Joke (December 17, 2021), Mycroft's Pride (January 20, 2022), M For Mystery (March 22, 2022), and a free cosmetic Plague Doctor Pack (February 22, 2022). In the March 22, 2022 news post announcing M For Mystery, the developer explicitly stated that this DLC "concludes the Season Pass content plan," while noting a few remaining free cosmetic items still to come. The final cosmetic DLC — the Clergyman Cassock — released on May 19, 2022. All 11 listed DLC items are marked as released, and there are no unreleased items on the store. Frogwares' developer communications since mid-2022 shifted entirely to their next game, Sherlock Holmes The Awakened (a separate title), with no announcements of additional content for Chapter One. The Season Pass content was fully delivered as promised, and the developer has made no statements suggesting further content for this game. Sherlock Holmes Chapter One is a complete, finished product.
Evidence
Developer explicitly stated that the M For Mystery DLC 'concludes the Season Pass content plan,' with only a few free cosmetic items remaining to release.
news post · Mar 22, 2022 source development ending
high
Season Pass listed on store; all content items included in the pass have since been released.
dlc listing · Nov 16, 2021 source content shipped
high

Content

11 of 11 released · no outstanding content

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
Frogwares
Achievements
39
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Unsupported
Players
Single-player

About this game




As Sherlock, your legacy is written by the decisions you make in this open world detective adventure. Deception, violence, and deduction are just a few resources in your arsenal—your mysterious companion and sounding board, Jon, is another.

Whether you choose brute force to solve problems or stay one step ahead of your enemies by using your wits to spot vulnerabilities, you decide what each situation demands as you hone your investigative skills. It’s time to confront your past so you can become the legend you’re destined to be.

KEY PILLARS


The Man Before: As a cavalier young Sherlock on the precipice of adulthood, you’ll earn your reputation in a way no game or story has explored before. We’ve never seen the youthful arrogance and naiveté of the man before the legend—now you’re living it.

Global Investigation: You never know where your next clue will come from. Explore and exploit the entire city in your pursuit of truth, using clues, rumors, disguises, tags, and pinned evidence to build a solid case within your mind palace.

And Stay Down: Weapons might help you in a pinch, but there’s something to be said for style—and you have it in spades. Spot enemy vulnerabilities with your brilliant observation skills, or exploit the environment to take someone down while keeping your own hands clean.


A Different Jon: Before John Watson, there was a different Jon - your best and only friend. But who is he, really?

A Darkening Tide: Set in the 19th century, the vibrant island in the Mediterranean promises anything but paradise. Political corruption and crime run rampant while the islanders cling to tradition and eschew outsiders, making your job even more difficult.

Truth and Lies: There are two sides to every story, and the proud islanders have their own ideas about truth and justice. It’s up to you to decide whether uncovering the truth will do more harm than good—and how that will shape the man you’ll become.

Last evaluated Jun 25, 2026
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