kdreetz's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:4.7
- Helpful Votes:630
- Reviews Submitted:22
- First Review:October 30, 2012
- Most Recent Review:June 14, 2015
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Lost Lands: Dark Overlord Collector's Edition
Something pulled your son into a shimmering portal. Dive into a magical world to find him!
Overall rating
5
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5
107 of 128 found this review helpful
Incredible
PostedFebruary 22, 2014
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
5
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5
5BN has done an incredible job in this fantasy style game. I'm super picky about the games I buy - especially CE's, but this one had everything I love:
- Custom cursor opt-out (custom cursors drag my system#
- 3 modes that can be customized
- Fast click through dialogue
- A variety of hidden object scenes #highly interactive, place into scene, etc#
- LOTS going on in every beautiful scene
- Full interactive map #to-do locations & jump#
- So far #25 min into game# the puzzles have been fairly easy
- Crisp, stunning graphics
- Not too many long, drawn out, cut scenes
- Built-in strategy guide
- Collectables #5 different kinds)
- Achievements
- Objectives list
- Clear hints
- 3 modes that can be customized
- Fast click through dialogue
- A variety of hidden object scenes #highly interactive, place into scene, etc#
- LOTS going on in every beautiful scene
- Full interactive map #to-do locations & jump#
- So far #25 min into game# the puzzles have been fairly easy
- Crisp, stunning graphics
- Not too many long, drawn out, cut scenes
- Built-in strategy guide
- Collectables #5 different kinds)
- Achievements
- Objectives list
- Clear hints
I rarely get CEs, but it took me 5 minutes to know I had to have this game.
My overall rating is a 4.9
My overall rating is a 4.9
I recommend this game!
Nevertales: The Beauty Within Collector's Edition
You were just about to relax with a good book when a stranger leaves a baby on your doorstep.
Overall rating
5
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Neverendingtales!
PostedNovember 6, 2013
kdreetz
fromParadise, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Time Management
Current Favorite:
Dark Parables: Curse of Briar Rose Collector's Edition
(49)Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
Nevertales is possibly the best HO game I've ever played. The variety of hidden object scenes is something never done before. This is such a unique game that Mad Head has set the bar very high for all other developers. On top of that, it's so long!
Once you finish the game, it's time to go back and find all those roses you missed to unlock another bonus game. Then find all the collectibles to open yet another!
Fantastic graphics, good iMap, fast click through dialogue, clever, unique puzzles, built-in strategy guide, collectables, achievements, clear hints, inventory lock & so much to do in each scene. This is definitely a pure 5.0 for me!
I recommend this game!
Clockwork Tales: Of Glass and Ink Collector's Edition
The quaint mountain town of Hochwald hides a deadly secret. Defeat a mechanical mastermind and save your friend before another earthquake strikes!
Overall rating
5
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5
7 of 15 found this review helpful
Wanted This Game 5 Minutes into Demo!
PostedAugust 10, 2013
kdreetz
fromSacramento, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Time Management
Current Favorite:
Dark Parables: The Final Cinderella Collector's Edition
(192)Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
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5
I'm super picky about the games I buy - especially CE's, but this one had everything I love:
- Custom cursor opt-out (custom cursors drag my system)
- 3 modes
- Loads fast
- Fast click through dialogue
- Fragmented object HO scenes - gotta love FROGs!
- Put items into HOS's to get tools
- Full interactive map - To-do locations & jump
- Clever, unique puzzles
- Fairly quick use of inventory items -I can’t remember what item I needed to complete a task from 20 scenes ago!
- Crisp, stunning graphics
- Not too many long, drawn out, cut scenes
- Built-in strategy guide
- Collectables - 30 "steambugs"
- Achievements
- Objectives list
- Clear hints
- Inventory lock
You even get a little mechanical bird to help!
- 3 modes
- Loads fast
- Fast click through dialogue
- Fragmented object HO scenes - gotta love FROGs!
- Put items into HOS's to get tools
- Full interactive map - To-do locations & jump
- Clever, unique puzzles
- Fairly quick use of inventory items -I can’t remember what item I needed to complete a task from 20 scenes ago!
- Crisp, stunning graphics
- Not too many long, drawn out, cut scenes
- Built-in strategy guide
- Collectables - 30 "steambugs"
- Achievements
- Objectives list
- Clear hints
- Inventory lock
You even get a little mechanical bird to help!
I rarely get CEs, but it took me 5 minutes to know I had to have this game.
My overall rating is a 4.8
My overall rating is a 4.8
I recommend this game!
Dark Parables: The Final Cinderella Collector's Edition
Become the fabled detective and rescue the Final Cinderella from the evil Godmother's clutches!
Overall rating
5
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5
168 of 185 found this review helpful
Another Spectacular Dark Parable!
PostedMay 23, 2013
kdreetz
fromSacramento, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I'm a huge fan of Blue Tea's Dark Parables games and this one does not disappoint!
The storyline is similar to the others: Twisted fairy tale. This time, you are trying to find out why some girls at the ball were turned to glass.
The storyline is similar to the others: Twisted fairy tale. This time, you are trying to find out why some girls at the ball were turned to glass.
What I love:
- Custom cursor opt-out
- 3 modes
- Loads fast
- Fragmented object HO scenes (gotta love FROGs#
- Interactive map #points of interest only#
- Clever, unique puzzles
- Crisp, ornate, rich graphics
- Not too many long, drawn out, cut scenes
- Morphing objects #20)
- Built-in strategy guide
- Bonus game
- Custom cursor opt-out
- 3 modes
- Loads fast
- Fragmented object HO scenes (gotta love FROGs#
- Interactive map #points of interest only#
- Clever, unique puzzles
- Crisp, ornate, rich graphics
- Not too many long, drawn out, cut scenes
- Morphing objects #20)
- Built-in strategy guide
- Bonus game
Cons:
- No inventory lock
- No jump-to map
- No inventory lock
- No jump-to map
I rarely get CEs, but I make exceptions for the Dark Parables series.
My overall rating is a 4.8
My overall rating is a 4.8
I recommend this game!
Dracula: Love Kills Collector's Edition
The Queen of Vampires is back and is determined to destroy the world! Help Van Helsing and Dracula as they team up to stop her!
Overall rating
5
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5
0 of 1 found this review helpful
I'm Very Picky & This One is Almost Perfect!
PostedMay 7, 2013
kdreetz
fromSacramento, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I'm very picky about the games I purchase. They have to have certain things and Dracula: Love Kills CE has almost everything:
Pros:
- The storyline is well thought out and dialogue is entertaining
- Custom cursor opt-out (custom cursors drag my system#
- Fast click through dialogue #some is funny so don't skip#
- Interactive map #jump + task 'to-do' locations#
- Cool, unique puzzles
- Clear, crisp, rich graphics
- Fairly quick use of inventory items #I can’t remember what item I needed to complete a task from 20 scenes ago!#
- Not too many long, drawn out, cut scenes
- Built-in strategy guide
- The storyline is well thought out and dialogue is entertaining
- Custom cursor opt-out (custom cursors drag my system#
- Fast click through dialogue #some is funny so don't skip#
- Interactive map #jump + task 'to-do' locations#
- Cool, unique puzzles
- Clear, crisp, rich graphics
- Fairly quick use of inventory items #I can’t remember what item I needed to complete a task from 20 scenes ago!#
- Not too many long, drawn out, cut scenes
- Built-in strategy guide
Bonus pros:
- Achievement awards
- Location completed indicators
- Cursor tells you exactly what you're pointing at so you don't have to click on something you've already seen
- Extra "powers" can be earned to assist your goals
- Achievement awards
- Location completed indicators
- Cursor tells you exactly what you're pointing at so you don't have to click on something you've already seen
- Extra "powers" can be earned to assist your goals
Cons:
- Not an interactive HO, but I can live with that
- Inventory lock is always nice #this does not have#
- Not an interactive HO, but I can live with that
- Inventory lock is always nice #this does not have#
It took me 15 minutes on the SE to decide to buy the CE! It's that good #I rarely get CEs#.
My overall rating is a 4.7-4.8
My overall rating is a 4.7-4.8
This game really reminds me of Sherlock Holmes: Hound of the Baskervilles. If you liked that game, you’ll like this one too.
I recommend this game!
Enchantia: Wrath of the Phoenix Queen Collector's Edition
Explore the magical world of Enchantia as you race to save the land from the evil Phoenix Queen.
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Stunning Graphics, Perfect FROG
PostedMarch 18, 2013
kdreetz
fromSacramento, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
Current Favorite:
Enchantia: Wrath of the Phoenix Queen Collector's Edition
(139)Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
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5
If you are a Dark Parables fan then Enchantia will blow your socks off. I love fragmented object games, and this one gets a (rare) perfect 5 from me. The graphics are beautiful and rich with great detail. I have to opt out of the custom cursor 'cause it slows my (Vista) OS down, but the cursor still changes to magnifying glass, etc.
The interactive map is beautiful and you need it to move around the different areas.
Items are used fairly quickly so you mostly don't have to remember 20 scenes ago.
Morphing objects are in this game:)
Bravo Blue Tea! I can't wait for Dark Parables: The Final Cinderella.
Btw, out of my 80+ games, this is my first CE purchase ever -and well worth it.
The interactive map is beautiful and you need it to move around the different areas.
Items are used fairly quickly so you mostly don't have to remember 20 scenes ago.
Morphing objects are in this game:)
Bravo Blue Tea! I can't wait for Dark Parables: The Final Cinderella.
Btw, out of my 80+ games, this is my first CE purchase ever -and well worth it.
I recommend this game!
Otherworld: Omens of Summer
Dark magic threatens our world! Can you stop the Shade and his minions before it's too late?
Overall rating
5
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5
6 of 6 found this review helpful
Great IHOS
PostedMarch 12, 2013
kdreetz
fromSacramento, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
I'm very picky about the games I purchase. They have to have certain things:
- Custom cursor opt-out
- Click fast through dialogue
- Interactive hidden object scenes
- Interactive map
- Cool, unique mini puzzles
- Good graphics
I also don't like having to remember what inventory items I need to to complete a task from 20 scenes ago. This game meets all my criteria and more.
The storyline isn't particularly dark so the disclaimer is only for the faintest of heart. Otherworld:Omens of Summer is a 4.6 in my book.
- Custom cursor opt-out
- Click fast through dialogue
- Interactive hidden object scenes
- Interactive map
- Cool, unique mini puzzles
- Good graphics
I also don't like having to remember what inventory items I need to to complete a task from 20 scenes ago. This game meets all my criteria and more.
The storyline isn't particularly dark so the disclaimer is only for the faintest of heart. Otherworld:Omens of Summer is a 4.6 in my book.
I recommend this game!
Grim Tales: The Wishes
Be careful what you wish for... A deadly bargain has been made, and it's up to you to set things right before your nephew pays the terrible price!
Overall rating
5
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5
Wow - One of the Longest Games Ever
PostedMarch 9, 2013
kdreetz
fromSacramento, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
This interactive adventure HO game takes you on a lengthy journey to save a family. Oftentimes, when you purchase a game after completing the demo you find out it's already two-thirds completed. This game goes on and on. I LOVE a game that is worth the money and this one is a definite contender of one of the longest games I've ever played. Makes me want to buy the rest in the Grim Tales series!
I recommend this game!
Matchmaker: Curse of Deserted Bride
Help unravel the town's scariest secret and learn the story of an abandoned bride. Lift a mysterious curse and help the townspeople find love again!
Overall rating
4
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Big Variety
PostedMarch 7, 2013
kdreetz
fromSacramento, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
Interesting storyline - you must play matchmaker in a town that's lost all hope for love. The game consists of a variety of tasks including interative hidden object scenes, find differences, finding and placing objects to complete a task and many others. I HATE custom cursors and this game does not have an opt-out, but it didn't seem to bother me. This is not your typical adventure game with a dark storyline so if you want to play something a little different, give Matchmaker a try.
I recommend this game!
House of 1000 Doors: The Palm of Zoroaster
Guide Kate Reed as she searches for the artifacts that can break the power of a cursed gem in House of 1,000 Doors: The Palm of Zoroaster!
Overall rating
4
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
For Not-so-great Adventurers
PostedJanuary 2, 2013
kdreetz
fromChico, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I'm not that brilliant at Adventure games - having to check "hint" too often, but this game is just right. Decent story, lots of fun puzzles and medium difficulty.
I recommend this game!