Sherlock Holmes versus Jack the Ripper news & patch notes

Hello everyone, We have a quick announcement to make. Our latest creation - Sherlock Holmes Chapter One is now available to play! And it seems that we struck a chord with some reviewers too. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/3953370/67c2cbbe0aa36d5eeeeea1dd89e47e1d8c4ed679.jpg Play as a young Sherlock, before he became the world's most famous detective, and experience the events that shaped our hero. Explore the open-world island of Cordona and discover the answers behind your mother's death. If you want to buy Sherlock Holmes Chapter One, now is the best time to do it. If you buy the game before the 23rd of November, you will get an additional DLC that contains a new case as well as costumes. Plus, with every Sherlock Holmes Chapter One purchase, you will get Sherlock Holmes: Crimes and Punishments for free, to keep! This offer ends this Tuesday, so there’s not much time left. If you want to find out more about our latest title, check our Sherlock Holmes Chapter One Steam Page, or visit one of our Social Media channels. Take care, and speak to you soon, Frogwares Team https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/

Welcome detectives, Ladies and Gentlemen, the news we all waited for - Sherlock Holmes Chapter One is now available to buy and play! We hope that you will enjoy the game. Sherlock Holmes Chapter One is a result of love, passion, sweat, laughter, and long, long conversations. And we did it all for you. Please share with us all your thoughts on your time with Sherlock Holmes Chapter One when you can. We can’t wait to see and hear what you think. We also want to say a huge thank you for being with us through all this time, for your support, and all your trust. To us, it means the world. We’ll be doing a proper thank you soon - now we are just making sure that the release is going smoothly. Enjoy your time in Cordona and speak to you soon, Your Frogwares Team https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/

Welcome everyone, Sherlock Holmes Chapter One is coming out tomorrow! Prepare yourself to uncover one of the great mysteries of Sherlock's childhood. See what shaped the character of our hero, and what led him to become the world's most famous detective. Cordona hides many secrets. Now it’s your turn to reveal what the island is hiding. Watch our Sherlock Holmes Chapter One Launch Trailer down below and see what lies ahead. Pre-order Sherlock Holmes Chapter One today and get additional in-game content as well as the full version of Sherlock Holmes: Crimes and Punishments to keep and play. Until tomorrow, Your Frogwares Team https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/

Hello everyone, Today, we want to show you a small glimpse of who we are, and show you one of our design processes in Sherlock Holmes Chapter One. Here is a behind-the-scenes video in which we show you how we used certain cinematic tricks to tell the story of young Sherlock in not so much as words, but through its visuals. Grab a seat - it's showtime! Sherlock Holmes Chapter One is coming in less than two weeks. November 16th is just around the corner. If you want to get some additional in-game content along with the full Sherlock Holmes: Crimes and Punishments game, pre-order Sherlock Holmes Chapter One right now. Your adventure begins real soon, young detective. Until next time, Your Frogwares Team https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/

Hello Sherlock, The Sherlock Holmes Chapter One release day is almost here. You may not know this now, but soon you will start your first major investigation in your childhood home - the Mediterranean island of Cordona. You will find the answer to that nagging question that’s behind your mind - what happened to your mother all those years ago. Meanwhile, take a look at some new Sherlock Holmes Chapter One screenshots and get a little glimpse of what’s awaits. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/3953370/32336af611dd10e395e651eebc0623cc3469c613.png The Holmes family mansion. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/3953370/1a766e588fd89984be3e504c60bc122f84cf3952.png You can always count on the help of your faithful friend, Jonathan. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/3953370/7d03aee2ca8b88ef24aa0710f196367e7dd861f2.png Look around carefully. Valuable clues can be found everywhere. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/3953370/9477730c69e948d9ca7ce4088111135c6c239695.png Mycroft, my older brother. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/3953370/a32d9a7b7d9566484fcb526fca0568f76e14be66.png Don’t just sit there Jon! Make yourself useful, would you… What do you think about these screenshots? Are you excited about what’s coming? Let us know in the comment section below. And remember, that Sherlock Holmes Chapter One is available to Pre-order now. Every Pre-order you will get additional in-game content and the full version of Sherlock Holmes: Crimes and Punishments game as well. Until next time, Your Frogwares Team https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/

Welcome detective, Are you wondering to yourself “what tricks of the trade are available to me in Sherlock Holmes Chapter One?”. Well, we have just the video for you! Our latest Sherlock Holmes Detective Gameplay trailer will show you just that. As you can see there are a lot of tools for your disposal, detective. From analyzing the crime scenes, suspects, searching for clues, and piecing them all together inside your Mind Palace. Plus if the occasion calls for it, you can wear a snappy or not-so snappy disguise, which might help you gain some extra info from the people around you. And remember, that you can pre-order Sherlock Holmes Chapter One right now. If you do, you will receive additional in-game content as well as a full version of Sherlock Holmes: Crimes and Punishments. Sherlock Holmes Chapter One is coming on the 16th of November 2021. Speak to you soon, Your Frogwares Team https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/

Welcome Detectives, If you are curious to see what the first 15 minutes of Sherlock Holmes Chapter One looks like, then watch this IGN video below. This is how your adventure begins. Remember, you can pre-order Sherlock Holmes Chapter One right now. If you pre-order right now, you will receive additional in-content as well as the full copy of the game Sherlock Holmes: Crimes and Punishments to enjoy as well. Until next time, Frogwares Team https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/

Hello everyone, Sherlock Holmes: Chapter One’s release date is getting closer and closer - November 16th to be exact. To give you a further glimpse of how the game plays, we’ve prepared another trailer for you to check out. This time we wanted to give you a deeper dive into the game’s combat. Although smart, Sherlock is certainly not a gun-toting superhero maniac. He must use his wits and brains in battle the same way as he does when solving a crime. If the time to fight comes, look closely and find your opponent’s weak spots, take advantage of the environment itself, or use your snuff box to daze them if they come too close to stun them to gain an advantage. Remember though, Sherlock’s strongest weapon is his mind. Work clever, not hard. Killing is a last resort. If you do decide to gun down your foes, expect to hear about it from your companion Jon. It might impact how he perceives you. Having a disappointed Jon around you can be bad for your mental health. However, if combat is not your thing, you can always choose to skip this part of the game by turning it off in the menu. And finally, remember that you can pre-order Sherlock Holmes Chapter One right now, and receive additional content as well as the full Sherlock Holmes: Crimes and Punishments game. Just click the link below. Take care and until next time detectives, Yours Frogwares Team https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/

Hello everyone, Many of you were wondering when Sherlock Holmes Chapter One will be released. It’s a question that many of you have been asking us for months. Now, we can tell you the big news. Ladies and gentlemen, here it is. Get yourself comfortable and watch our new trailer and find out when you can play Sherlock Holmes Chapter One! Ladies and gentlemen, Sherlock Holmes Chapter One Release Date is November 16th, 2021. And as an icing on the cake, we have one more surprise for you. We have an all new, narrated gameplay video for you to watch and analyse. In it, we will show you more of what awaits you once you arrive in Cordona. See how the Holmes family mansion looks like, how combat works, what difficult options you will have, and loads more. Check it out right here below. Finally, one more piece of info. Sherlock Holmes Chapter One is now available to pre-order on Steam. If you pre-order our game, you will get additional goodies to keep at no cost, such as the full version of our game Sherlock Holmes Crimes and Punishments, and additional cases, outfits, and more Pre-order now so you won't miss out! We will be revealing more and more of the game as the release date approaches, so stay tuned detectives! And as always, comment away with your thoughts below. Take care and speak to you soon, Frogwares Team https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/

Dear Sherry, Our adventure to Cordona draws ever closer, and I, for one, cannot wait to see what mischief we can bring to that little island. I’m writing to you because I found more postcards in the mail today, they seem to offer a nice little slice of Cordona life. Looks like we’re going to have to get our shoes dirty Sherry, if that’s something you can stand. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/3953370/69dd4a6ab3e147987a74472f6b8ff480d7354b0e.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/3953370/21a0d5ff591cf66b39c1438ecf15b039e957380b.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/3953370/ff606450df85868a393d5bf59acdbf92543c2eea.png {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/3953370/ca53ffc860af85ff112c48354ee617e9e5494950.png It sure looks like a Mediterranean paradise filled with all those beautiful, exotic people, but we all know that beautiful islands have their dark mysteries just waiting to be uncovered… I heard that they're going to be talking about us soon. I hope they say all good things about us Sherry. We’ll be seeing each other very soon, but if you need me, I’m always here for you. Your friend, Jon https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/

Heyo detectives! We're happy to be adding Steam community items for Sherlock Holmes versus Jack the Ripper! Took us long enough, yes :) So we've recently released the following: - a badge - 5 trading cards - 3 profile backgrounds - 6 emoticons We hope they'll be a nice addition to your collection and showcase! Take care, Your Frogwares Team

Hello detectives, Today is a special day in our offices. As of right now, this moment (well, roughly this moment) our studio is 21 years old. Pretty much, it’s our birthday, and we’re having a party. It’s been 21 years of work, commitment, dedication, sweat, moments of tears and also of happiness. We have a whole bank filled with stories and memories from all of these years. Perhaps one day we’ll share them with you over coffee, or a blog post. But one thing we have to say today is this. Thank you, yes you!, for all your support, your trust, and for being the best community and fandom we could ever ask for. On this special occasion, we have prepared a huge sale for all our games just for you. The sale will last from 2nd of August to 16th of August 2021 right here on Steam. Get ready, mark these dates in your calendar, and prepare yourself for an 80% discount! Maybe there’s a game missing from your collection? Click here to visit the Frogwares Publisher Sale page Enjoy the sale, thanks for your continuous support, and speak to you soon! Your Frogwares Team

Hello detectives, We’re working hard behind the scenes on Sherlock Holmes Chapter One and soon we’ll be showing you even more of the game. To tie you over, here are some new screenshots straight from the game. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/3953370/12666d411a84a85df3a0da95200735e8b9e18b2e.png Harbour - one of the Cordona districts. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/3953370/eb307fdee01d3d5676b4972c1f9d760c59dbb85d.png Searching for clues at a murder scene. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/3953370/cec236474ea3194556802aaa22bd0b681dbd668a.jpg Some tasks might require a slightly more direct approach. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/3953370/d23d1efb04ac173d22b2d7da89232b174622b472.jpg Sometimes you just have to take a look at a certain object in more detail. Let us know what you think of these screenshots in the comments below. Can’t wait to hear your thoughts! Regards, Frogwares Team https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/

Hello Sherry, I won’t write too much on the above subject, as frankly, this video will do a much better job of it. In short, we need to get to know the island and its people. It’ll help us blend in with the crowd better, which in turn will let us gain their trust and reveal vital information to the case. Observe it all in action below Sherlock. We’ll be arriving at Cordona soon, Sherry. I cannot wait to see what mischief we will get up to on that island. Speak soon, Jon Add Sherlock Holmes Chapter One to your Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/

Dear Holmes, It seems there are more and more questions popping about you and I, and our time in Cordona. I never knew that we would be the talk of the town so soon after arriving. Seems our London charm is rubbing off on this little island. Our friends at Frogwares have made another Q&A video about us. Might be worth checking out if you’re curious. That’s it from me, Sherry. Heard there’s a rather interesting get-together happening in one of the affluent mansions just off the center of the town. I’ve always been curious what the so-called rich and powerful are up to. We should take a look at it. One thing that I can confirm is that no matter how much money you have, you can’t buy taste. Something that I shouldn’t have said at Mrs. Robbin’s London get-together a few months back... Stay safe Sherry. We will pay a visit to your mother real soon. I promise. Yours truly, Jon Add Sherlock Holmes Chapter One to your Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/

Dear Friend, Soon we will arrive in Cordona. I know what you are thinking, Sherry, but remember that there is an important reason why we’re going there. I hope that you’re ready for what awaits. This is the most difficult task you will face. Remember though, no matter what will happen, I will always be by your side. See you soon Sherlock. Yours truly, Jon Add Sherlock Holmes Chapter One to your Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/

Hello again, fellow sleuths! We're releasing the long-awaited second part of the compatibility patch. This patch fixes common startup and save issues of our older games running on Windows 10. We hope you can continue enjoying our previous games to the fullest with these new fixes. Take care! Frogwares team

Hey there, detectives! Get ready to welcome a long-requested compatibility patch! This patch switches pre-requisite redistributables to common redistributables for our backcatalog games. Essentially, this is part one of a two-part patch that is needed to allow us to address compatibility issues of our older games with modern PCs. Second patch, actually fixing the compatibility issues, is coming in early May 2021. Enjoy! Frogwares team

Hello Sherry, Don’t you start to feel a bit cooped up in this place? I mean, just look at this island, look out the window! But instead, you insist on staying in. C’mon, why don’t you and I put on our Sunday best, go out, and get up to some mischief. See, wasn’t this fun Sherry. I told you it was worth going out! And remember. No matter what happens, I’ll be here. You do know this right? There’s a lot that awaits you, a lot that you might’ve intentionally forgotten. I’ll be here Sherlock. You and me, we need to stick together. I hope you liked our little adventure. And I’ll be speaking with you really soon. Take care, Jon https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/

Hey folks, Today we are happy to give you a sneak peek at some of Sherlock Holmes Chapter One's gameplay mechanics. Hope you enjoy the video! Now, we know that you all want to see a more comprehensive trailer - we are working on it. Full gameplay reveal is scheduled for March. That's all! Frogwares team

Hello Holmes, It seems that quite a few individuals have been asking all sorts of questions about you. Your arrival on the island has definitely got people talking. I’ve just found out that the good folks at Frogwares have collated some of those questions from “social media”, whatever that is, and created this extensive answer video for you to take a look at. It should give you more of an idea of what’s coming ahead in your next adventure. I’m glad to hear that you’re doing well, Sherry, even though the times are “testing” to say the least. Don’t worry, I’ll be speaking with you very soon. And I’m always here when you need me. Your friend, Jon ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow us on social media for more updates: Facebook: facebook.com/SherlockHolmesGames Twitter: twitter.com/SHolmes_Games Instagram: instagram.com/frogwares/ YouTube: youtube.com/user/frogwares Coming to PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X and Xbox One in 2021

Hey you, awesome fans! We think it's time that we... reveal the setting of our upcoming Sherlock Holmes Chapter One! So join us, and let us show you the place where your legend is born. Tune in to the video below and be absolutely sure to click that reminder button, so you won't miss the premier. Also, we will be holding a small chat before and after the trailer, so drop by to say hello. See you there, detectives, Frogwares team

Hello, dear community! Know what? We've got a batch of great news incoming! Last weekend we were part of Comic-Con@Home. We spoke about the gameplay mechanics that make the players feel like the world's greatest detective and why we give the player an option to fail a case and blame the wrong person. Check it out below! Also, we have some original concept art to share from our upcoming Sherlock Holmes Chapter One. This first bit below is the place and the moment our reveal trailer begins: uncanny, and even slightly preternatural cemetery near young Sherlock's family manor. https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/3646735/45755da02b703bee9bd6c4b6a735934640325334.jpg In a more lighter mood, the second concept bit we have today is the hustling and bustling Mediterranean streets of ... nope, can't share the name just yet (ツ) https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steamcommunity/public/images/clans/3646735/804106bcb926bcfcebcbc14193644af5f46b76db.jpg If you've missed our Sherlock Holmes Chapter One being announced, go on ahead to its Steam page and check it out. We hope you're intrigued! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/ To top it off, we're preparing several new videos in the coming months, as well as something very special for you at the end of August. Stay safe everybody, Frogwares team

Hello detectives, We just launched a new bundle - Sherlock Holmes Complete Adventures. It features all of Sherlock Holmes games with a constant discount. The more games from that bundle you have, the bigger the discount is. Learn more at the link! https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/15362/Sherlock_Holmes_Complete_Adventures/ https://steamcdn-a.akamaihd.net/steam/bundles/15362/d9ighh32j1zvyzwd/header_586x192.jpg?t=1593510717 The Steam Summer Sale is also now live, and we are part of it. You can grab up to 90% off on our Sherlock Holmes titles. And just in case you missed it, we are also working on a new Sherlock Holmes game - Sherlock Holmes Chapter One. In it, we tell the story of the world’s most famous detective before he discovered talent. You can take a look at it right here. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1137300/Sherlock_Holmes_Chapter_One/ That’s it! Take care of yourself detective and until next time, Frogwares Team

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Hello everyone, Music plays an integral part in any game. It is the underlying current that sets the scene, the feeling, and the tone of a game. We might not always notice it when it’s there, but if you take it away, you will definitely feel that something is not right. And the wrong music at the wrong time can feel more awkward than asking the name of a person you’ve already met. Today, we decided to release the music and soundtracks from our games and we bundled them in four distinct packages. Here’s a little breakdown of one another. Sherlock Holmes Classic Soundtrack Venture into the mysterious world of the Sherlock Holmes adventures with this original soundtrack that captures the enigmatic mood of the classic games. A must-have for fans of the brilliant detective or thrilling orchestra music. Includes soundtracks from Sherlock Holmes: The Mystery of the Mummy, Sherlock Holmes: The Silver Earring, Sherlock Holmes: The Awakened - Remastered Edition, Sherlock Holmes – Nemesis, Sherlock Holmes versus Jack the Ripper. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1250110/Sherlock_Holmes_Franchise_Classic_Soundtrack/ Sherlock Holmes Modern Soundtrack Discover the enchanting vibes of Sherlock Holmes games through this original soundtrack that includes music from the latest three adventures. Combining the iconic sounds of classical orchestra instruments with a modern electronic ambient style, this collection offers more than 50 tracks and is available in MP3 320 kbps. Includes soundtracks from The Testament of Sherlock Holmes, Sherlock Holmes: Crimes and Punishments, Sherlock Holmes: The Devil's Daughter. https://store.steampowered.com/app/1252260/Sherlock_Holmes_Franchise_Modern_Soundtrack/ Frogwares Classic Games Soundtrack From energizing dance rhythms in 80 Days, to soul-stirring gothic tones of Dracula, this soundtrack offers a nostalgic look back at the Frogwares classic games. This is not just music – this is an insight into how it all began almost two decades ago. This soundtrack includes music from Journey to the Center of the Earth, 80 Days, Dracula: Origin, Dracula: Love Kills, Sherlock Holmes and The Hound of The Baskervilles, Department 42: The Mystery of the Nine, Secret Missions: Mata Hari and the Kaiser's Submarines, Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery of the Frozen City, Sherlock Holmes and The Mystery of Osborne House, Secret Mission: The Forgotten Island https://store.steampowered.com/app/1250710/Frogwares_Games_Classic_Soundtrack/ We know that music is a powerful thing, and we hope that if you had a great time with our games, that these musical pieces will bring back some of those memories. And if you haven’t played our games before, and you’re tempted to take the plunge, our games are now -70% off on Steam. If there ever was a time to try, it’s basically now. Regards, Frogwares team

Frogwares is proud to announce the partnership with Humble Bundle to benefit its local charity – the Ukrainian Red Cross. This event has its all: 13 games valued at a total of more than $129, Steam keys or DRM- free downloads, supporting the Ukrainian Red Cross. The event starts on Thursday, June 26th at 11am Pacific time and continue till July 6th at www.humblebundle.com

Frogwares is proud to announce the partnership with Humble Bundle to benefit its local charity – the Ukrainian Red Cross. This event has its all: 13 games valued at a total of more than $129, Steam keys or DRM- free downloads, supporting the Ukrainian Red Cross. The event starts on Thursday, June 26th at 11am Pacific time and continue till July 6th at www.humblebundle.com