Nintendo DS · Adventure
Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery of Osborne House
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2010 |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Frogwares |
| Publisher | Focus Entertainment |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Adventures of Sherlock Holmes |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 5 |
Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery of Osborne House is an adventure game released in 2010 for the Nintendo DS, developed by Frogwares and published by Focus Entertainment.
It landed about 6 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2010 include Dragon Quest IX, Golden Sun: Dark Dawn and Ōkamiden.
It is part of the Adventures of Sherlock Holmes series; on the DS you can also try Sherlock Holmes: The Mystery of the Mummy.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
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 Holmes and the Mystery of Osborne House 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.
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Playing DS games today
Many DS games rely on the touchscreen and stylus, so they play best on original hardware, a 3DS, or an emulator with mouse or touch input such as Rec0m88. The library is enormous, which makes a recommendation engine especially handy.
Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery of Osborne House FAQ
When did Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery of Osborne House come out on the DS?
Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery of Osborne House was released for the Nintendo DS in 2010.
Who made Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery of Osborne House?
It was developed by Frogwares and published by Focus Entertainment.
Is Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery of Osborne House multiplayer?
No. Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery of Osborne House is a single-player game.
How long does Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery of Osborne House take to play?
As an adventure game, Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery of Osborne House typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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