13) The Detail

The Detail is a crime noir game that alternates play between a jaded veteran detective who is trying to solve a gang murder and a reformed criminal who once belonged to a gang. As you attempt to solve this murder mystery, you will discover how the lives of these two characters intertwine.

Explore crime scenes for hidden clues in the environment.

The comic book art style of The Detail.

In game you explore locations and investigate crime scenes, as well as choose between multiple dialogue choices that have an effect on future storylines. The Detail features a dark, brutal story, presented through a comic book art style. It is available in three episodic parts.

14) The Testament of Sherlock Holmes

Play as legendary detective Sherlock Holmes in his darkest and most gruesome adventure yet, when the main suspect in his investigation is Holmes himself. In The Testament of Sherlock Holmes you will investigate crime scenes, examine clues, and solve a number of difficult puzzles that put your problem solving skills to the test.

Sherlock and Watson- together forever.

A unique feature of the game is the deduction board, which stores all the clues you collect throughout your investigation. In order to progress the story these pieces of information must be correctly linked and used to select the right deductions.

The deduction board.

The Testament of Sherlock Holmes has been praised for its difficult puzzles and the dark, dubious nature in which it presented the familiar character of Sherlock Holmes.

15) Sherlock Holmes versus Jack the Ripper

This 1999 Sherlock Holmes game follows his investigation into the infamous Jack the Ripper murders, taking place in London in 1888. Players can switch between playing as Sherlock Holmes and his associate Dr. Watson as they investigate the crime scenes where each murder takes place, trying to uncover whom Jack the Ripper really is.

Investigate crime scenes to discover where Jack the Ripper is hiding.

Explore a rundown 1888 London as it is ravaged by a series of brutal murders.

Clues are collected at crime scenes and deductions can be chosen from a list depending on how the player is able to link the information together. Gameplay also occurs at Sherlock’s flat, where players must search through documents and put together torn notes to form theories about the motive behind the murders.

Sherlock Holmes versus Jack the Ripper features a wide variety of puzzles and detective work to solve and fans of the original Sherlock Holmes will enjoy references to the Arthur Conan Doyle story that started it all.