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Sherlock
Commodore 64 · Adventure
Sherlock
| System | Commodore 64 |
|---|---|
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Krome Studios Melbourne |
| Publisher | Krome Studios Melbourne |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 3 |
Sherlock is an adventure game released for the Commodore 64, developed by Krome Studios Melbourne.
Among the 132 C64 adventure games in our database, it ranks #14 by legacy score.
Krome Studios Melbourne also made The Muncher, Barbarian and The Way of the Exploding Fist for the C64.
Sherlock is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Sherlock is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
Sherlock walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Sherlock.
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Playing C64 games today
C64 games loaded from cassette or floppy disk, and many reward patience and practice. The THEC64 reissues make original-style play easy on modern TVs, and Rec0m88 supports the C64 if you own your games.
Sherlock FAQ
Who made Sherlock?
It was developed by Krome Studios Melbourne.
Is Sherlock multiplayer?
No. Sherlock is a single-player game.
How long does Sherlock take to play?
As an adventure game, Sherlock typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Sherlock on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.