Does the adventure puzzler The Testament of Sherlock Holmes succeed? Well, it's simply elementary...
When you hear the title The Testament of Sherlock Holmes, you may think it is the new Robert Downey Jr. film, and not a game from Atlus studios. Truth is, Sherlock Holmes has found his way back into popular culture, and so the aforementioned conclusion is understandable. From movies to television, everyone now has the opportunity to get to know the world’s greatest detective. With Atlus’ The Testament of Sherlock Holmes, avaliable on Xbox 360, PS3 and PC, you get to step into the shoes of the title character as he pieces together mystery after mystery. The Testament of Sherlock Holmes may have flown under the microscope, but it is definitely worth giving a try. Why? Well it's elementary my dear…
Play as both Holmes and his old chum Watson.
The game starts of with three kids playing in an attic. They stumble upon a book written by Dr. Watson himself detailing mystery. The story in the game is an original one, but it would no doubt make Sir Arthur Conan Doyle proud. After successfully solving a case involving stolen jewels, Sherlock Holmes is called in to investigate the mutilated corpse of a bishop. Soon after, without spoiling too much, the town of London begins to loose their faith in Holmes. Even Dr. Watson, his most trusted ally, begins to loose faith. The game eventually shifts to the viewpoint of Dr. Watson as you watch Sherlock’s decent into deceit and his quest to return to prominence.
