MarkAlan's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:3.7
- Helpful Votes:152
- Reviews Submitted:10
- First Review:February 27, 2012
- Most Recent Review:September 7, 2014
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MarkAlan's Review History
Witch Hunters: Full Moon Ceremony
Defeat the evil witches and save the world from eternal darkness!
Overall rating
5
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5
9 of 12 found this review helpful
AWESOME !!!
PostedSeptember 7, 2014
MarkAlan
fromWhittier, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Family, Word, Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Brain Teaser, Time Management, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
3
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5
Beautiful Graphics! Cryptic Puzzles! Smooth Animations and a Haunting Score! This is Top Evidence of an AWESOME game!
I recommend this game!
Fantasy Mosaics 4: Art of Color
Solve a variety of multi-color mosaics puzzles in the latest installment of Fantasy Mosaics!
Overall rating
3
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5
11 of 11 found this review helpful
3-Color Nonogram Puzzle
PostedSeptember 2, 2014
MarkAlan
fromWhittier, CA
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
1
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5
I've played previous titles from this developer and was happy to see the color premise introduced here. It's done well enough, though you must be careful laying rows, since the lines can travel to other rows/columns and you will be penalized. There's no way to undo a mistake without starting over if you want that Gold Trophy.
My big complaint is that some puzzles like Level 3-1 "Guitar" require guessing. Nonogram puzzles should always be based on pure logic with no alternate solutions.
I don't recommend this game.
Another Case Solved
This city is clamping down on candy cravings by outlawing sweet snacks! Solve a series of quirky cases by gathering clues, tracking down witnesses, and questioning suspects to reveal the truth behind this city’s sugarcoated secret. This is a case too sweet to turn down!
Overall rating
5
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5
6 of 7 found this review helpful
Sweet with no cavities
PostedMay 30, 2014
MarkAlan
fromWhittier, CA
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
4
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5
This clever puzzler gets better the more you play.
It has considerable depth for a match 3 game. You get to question suspects, find hidden locations in the city and locate missing items. There's different strategies and tactics you can use. If you enjoy mysteries, give this one a try!
It has considerable depth for a match 3 game. You get to question suspects, find hidden locations in the city and locate missing items. There's different strategies and tactics you can use. If you enjoy mysteries, give this one a try!
I recommend this game!
Found: A Hidden Object Adventure
After a crash landing, you find yourself stranded on a secret island. As you explore you will meet pirates, discover ruins and so much more in this thrilling Hidden Object Puzzle Adventure!
Overall rating
2
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5
25 of 41 found this review helpful
Elephantitis
PostedDecember 19, 2012
MarkAlan
fromWhittier, CA
Skill Level:Beginner
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Card & Board, Brain Teaser, Puzzle
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
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5
Level of Challenge
1
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5
Storyline
1
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5
I usually like games from this developer, and I was surprised to see the first-ever "free-to-play" Hidden Object release. But after playing several rounds I reluctantly uninstalled the game. First, I'm weary of the underwater theme, the graphics are not up to par with their usual offerings, and many of the objects are just too small instead of being well concealed. I became extremely bored and wasn't sure if purchasing a power-up would tap into my credit card.
I don't recommend this game.
Towers of Oz
Battle wooden soldiers, saber-toothed tigers and giant frogs in tactical battles as you defend the Land of Oz from the Dwarf King!
Overall rating
1
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5
13 of 21 found this review helpful
Absolutely Pathetic!
PostedDecember 5, 2012
MarkAlan
fromWhittier, CA
Skill Level:Beginner
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
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5
Level of Challenge
1
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5
Storyline
1
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5
Too much dialogue!
Game engine chugs and is unplayable.
Other than placing two cards, there are no instructions on what to do next.
Game just sits there.
Blatant rip-off of a classic.
Game engine chugs and is unplayable.
Other than placing two cards, there are no instructions on what to do next.
Game just sits there.
Blatant rip-off of a classic.
I don't recommend this game.
Coloropus
Help Coloropus save his girlfriend in this exciting adventure, puzzle game!
Overall rating
4
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5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
Colorful, Mysterious & Unique
PostedApril 21, 2012
MarkAlan
fromSeal Beach, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Family, Word, Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Brain Teaser, Time Management, Puzzle
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
4
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5
After reading the negative reviews, I was hesitant about trying this game. But I must admit that I was happy I did. It was innovative and fun. The main complaint of others was about lack of instructions. But that was the mystique of Coloropus. You are given visual clues in the form of thought bubbles to decipher your next move. The puzzles were all quite original and very unique!
I really encourage everyone to please give this one a try.
I recommend this game!
Victorian Mysteries: The Yellow Room
How did the attacker escape a room locked from the inside?
Overall rating
4
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5
6 of 7 found this review helpful
A Locked Room Mystery
PostedApril 16, 2012
MarkAlan
fromSeal Beach, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Family, Word, Hidden Object, Card & Board, Strategy, Brain Teaser, Time Management, Puzzle
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
5
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5
This Hidden-Object Adventure was inspired by Gaston Leroux"s novel "The Mystery of the Yellow Room". I believe it is the first "Locked Room Puzzle" to appear in a game.
I used to read the master of the locked room mysteries, "John Dickson Carr" who was inspired by classics like this and Wilkie Collins (who provided the story for their "Woman in White" game).
You play the part of a photographer traveling by train to an estate where a woman has been mysteriously murdered inside a hermetically sealed chamber. The puzzles are well integrated and many of the hidden objects can be quite challenging to find.
I finished the demo long before my hour ended, but would definitely recommend this for Hidden Object buffs & Mystery Reader enthusiasts!
I recommend this game!
Word U
Enroll at Word U and spell words to get rid of the letters that are overrunning the library!
Overall rating
4
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5
26 of 27 found this review helpful
A Word Game for U
PostedApril 10, 2012
MarkAlan
fromSeal Beach, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Hidden Object, Card & Board, Strategy, Brain Teaser, Time Management, Puzzle
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
2
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5
Word University offers two modes of play: A relaxed Classic-mode, and the increasingly relentless Arcade option.
You are able to swap adjacent letters to form words and create your own letters from existing blank tiles.
In Classic mode you are only given a limited amount of swaps to meet a particular quota. Whereas with Arcade, you have unlimited swaps under the pressure of new letters appearing.
Once it reaches the top of the screen, it's game over. Each letter has its own score, and you can earn power-ups by forming long and multiple words simultaneously.
I did not experience any problems, and the size of the installation was small. If you enjoy word games, I would encourage you to give it a try!
I recommend this game!
Small Town Terrors: Livingston
Your family is missing and the town is in chaos in Small Town Terrors: Livingston!
Overall rating
5
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5
41 of 53 found this review helpful
Plesantly Surprised
PostedMarch 18, 2012
MarkAlan
fromSeal Beach, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Hidden Object, Card & Board, Brain Teaser, Time Management, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
5
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5
After watching the video, I didn't think I would like this one. But after reading a few positive comments in the forum, I decided to at least download and give it a try. I was quite surprised by how much I really enjoyed it. The hidden objects scenes are all very crisp and clear but challenging. The graphics and music have a unique style which sets the mood for an excellent zombie storyline. And the mini-games were all very original and fun to play. I recommend this game with two thumbs way up!
I recommend this game!
All My Gods
Lead Saturn's son to the top of the Pantheon and help him become a mighty god in All My Gods! Use divine powers to change the life of Romans!
Overall rating
4
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5
12 of 17 found this review helpful
Roman Settlers
PostedFebruary 27, 2012
MarkAlan
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Hidden Object, Time Management, Puzzle
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
4
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5
This simulation is relatively unique to the casual game market. It is reminiscent of "The Settlers" series with a Roman theme. It's quite enjoyable, though uses a small map, making it a placement puzzle as well. Though not mentioned, it is possible to drag the workers around. You're given various quests by mythological deities which must be researched for resources. The time goes by quite quickly, and when the demo ends, it's time to consider purchasing.
I recommend this game!