The Beekeeper’s Picnic is a Sherlock Holmes point-and-click adventure game set in the post-retirement life of Holmes with an elderly Watson, featuring references to Arthur Conan Doyle's writings.
Taking place in the famous rooms at 22B Baker Street, the game starts with Holmes delaying informing Watson of his retirement, filled with interactions and objects in the room.
Set in 1918 post-World War I, Holmes and Watson reunite in a retirement village, with Holmes aiming to mend their relationship by organizing a picnic for Watson.
The gameplay involves solving puzzles related to relationships rather than crimes, emphasizing Holmes' emotional growth and interactions with people.
Players can choose to focus solely on the picnic or explore other stories in the game, all centered around human connections.
The game offers a deeper look into the relationship between Holmes and Watson, delving into themes of love and regret in a touching and heartfelt manner.
The performances by actors playing Holmes and Watson are exceptional, portraying the characters with subtlety and melancholy, breaking stereotypes.
Despite being an indie game with pixel graphics, The Beekeeper’s Picnic boasts a stellar cast and meaningful storytelling, exploring various forms of love between the characters.
The game, developed primarily by Helen Greetham, adds a unique and heartwarming perspective to the Holmesian canon, focusing on the emotional depth of the iconic characters.
The Beekeeper’s Picnic offers a warm, whimsical, and delightful experience, portraying a touching love story between Holmes and Watson with grace and authenticity.