The Sherlock Holmes Collection

The Sherlock Holmes Collection

The Sherlock Holmes Collection is the catalog listing for The Testament of Sherlock Holmes, a Frogwares adventure game and the sixth installment in the Sherlock Holmes series. It's a straightforward way to buy a licensed Steam key without any hassle: at Ashop you can purchase the game's key with a clear description of what to expect.

The story revolves around an unexpected twist: Sherlock Holmes himself, the famous detective from Baker Street, becomes a suspect in a string of crimes. Playing as both Holmes and Dr. Watson, you investigate several cases that don't appear connected at first. Gradually, the game lets you decide for yourself who Holmes really is in this story: a friend, a savior, a brilliant detective, or an unusually clever lawbreaker.

Gameplay is built around classic investigation. You arrive at the crime scene, examine it, search for clues, use aid items such as a magnifying glass, talk to characters and witnesses, interrogate suspects, and interact with objects. Particular emphasis is placed on a deduction mini-game that mimics Holmes' method of reasoning.

The default view is a third-person camera, but a first-person view is also available, and you can switch between them at any time to pick whichever suits your exploration style. The main characters are Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson; Frogwares kept its own take on the characters but reworked their appearance, making them younger.

The developer is Frogwares, the publishers are Atlus and Frogwares, and the release date is listed as September 20, 2012. Genres: Action and Adventure. Platforms: PC, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360. Metacritic score: 73. If you're looking for a detective adventure with clue examination, interrogations, and deduction, The Testament of Sherlock Holmes fits the bill well, and buying through Ashop covers the 'buy a key' intent without unnecessary extra information.