Sherlock Holmes: Chapter One ‘Combat’ trailer

Developer Frogwares has released a new trailer for Sherlock Holmes: Chapter One showcasing the game’s combat system.

Here is an overview of combat, via Frogwares:

Fight Smart or Die Trying

As Sherlock has always been a man of brains rather than brawn, the combat is built in a way to reflect this. Don’t expect Sherlock to be able to take a pounding. He’s a glass cannon in these situations so you better move and make smart use of cover. Use your concentration mode to pick out environmental hazards to slow and stun your enemies. Or use tools like your snuff box to daze at close range. And to wrap it up, expect a bit of showmanship and flair as Sherlock unleashes a flurry of slaps and mid-air jabs to put his foes in their place.

Don’t Disturb My Friend, He’s Dead Tired

Non-lethal takedowns are also a key part of combat. Sherlock was never someone out for blood, so non-lethal takedowns are often the preferred option. You can of course gun down your foes if need be or if you find yourself in a jam, but expect to hear about it from your companion Jon. How you approach combat will ultimately influence your relationship with Jon, the same with what moral choices you make during your investigations.

Can’t We All Be Friends?

Despite the overall and careful focus on getting combat right, Frogwares decided early on to give players the choice to skip combat entirely should they choose.

Sherlock Holmes: Chapter One is due out for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG on November 16, followed by PlayStation 4 and Xbox One at a later date.

Watch the trailer below.