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- Average Rating:3.5
- Helpful Votes:10,688
- Reviews Submitted:813
- First Review:April 8, 2013
- Most Recent Review:August 22, 2023
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The True Detective is on a new bank robbery case! Collect the golden cards and catch the villain!
Overall rating
2
/
5
22 of 23 found this review helpful
Where oh Where Have all the Good Solitaire Games Gone?
PostedJune 10, 2015
mrm2006
fromSomewhere Over the Rainbow
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Large File, Mahjong, Card & Board
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
1
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline: Oh yeah, there was none. Boring.
Graphics: Everything was too small to read/see. Ultimately, I had to change the cards away from something 'nice' to the large print 'not quite so nice' cards which made playing the game ................. boring
Sound FX: Were there any?
Music: Ok. I could say it was 'detective-y' but I ultimately tuned it out.
Voice Overs: Oh yeah. Since there's no storyline, there's no need for voice overs.
Music: Ok. I could say it was 'detective-y' but I ultimately tuned it out.
Voice Overs: Oh yeah. Since there's no storyline, there's no need for voice overs.
Game Play:
The gist of the game is to play 10 'hands' per level. Each hand will give you points for collecting the 'gold' cards. These gold cards must add up to "x" total number at the end of 10 hands in order to go on to the next level. If you don't have enough 'total' cards/points you need to replay previous hands until you do.
What I Disliked:
* The board game did not take up my entire screen even though it was set as "full screen".
* The cards, menu selection, level indicators, etc. were too small for me to read.
* Even though I had it set for a tutorial, I got a very basic one. The first level teaches you how to play the game - which is a basic hi/low card game. What are the starred cards for? What are the gold cards for?
* When you finish your 10 levels, you are not told WHY you can't 'continue'. The word 'continue' is shadowed out so your only option is to 'replay'. However, THAT only allows you to play the last hand. To replay earlier hands you must got to "Pause", "Menu", "Levels". And, again, the level 'count' is too tiny to really read well.
* After replaying "x" number of hands to gain enough 'points' to continue to the next level, there is no indication that you have reached that "x" magic number. You have to keep clicking on the next level's icon. When you can continue, you do. If there aren't enough points, you can't.
* There are only THREE bonuses you can purchase.
* The board game did not take up my entire screen even though it was set as "full screen".
* The cards, menu selection, level indicators, etc. were too small for me to read.
* Even though I had it set for a tutorial, I got a very basic one. The first level teaches you how to play the game - which is a basic hi/low card game. What are the starred cards for? What are the gold cards for?
* When you finish your 10 levels, you are not told WHY you can't 'continue'. The word 'continue' is shadowed out so your only option is to 'replay'. However, THAT only allows you to play the last hand. To replay earlier hands you must got to "Pause", "Menu", "Levels". And, again, the level 'count' is too tiny to really read well.
* After replaying "x" number of hands to gain enough 'points' to continue to the next level, there is no indication that you have reached that "x" magic number. You have to keep clicking on the next level's icon. When you can continue, you do. If there aren't enough points, you can't.
* There are only THREE bonuses you can purchase.
What I Liked:
* The bonuses could be purchased just by clicking on the bonus icon rather than going to the 'store'.
* The demo ended.
* The bonuses could be purchased just by clicking on the bonus icon rather than going to the 'store'.
* The demo ended.
I would not recommend this game for beginners because of the lack of info the tutorial gave. This game is a definite NO purchase for me. NO storyline. Very boring game. I was extremely glad when the demo ended.
For those who like a straightforward, no-nonsense solitaire game .................
ENJOY
I don't recommend this game.
An ancient Nordic adventure awaits! Help Elof lead his people to a land promised by the God Feyr!
Overall rating
2
/
5
12 of 16 found this review helpful
Where of Where is the Nordic Storm???
PostedJune 9, 2015
mrm2006
fromSomewhere Over the Rainbow
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Large File, Mahjong, Card & Board
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
1
/
5
Nordic Storm Solitaire
What can I say???? Well, first and foremost ...... WHAT is the Nordic Storm and ..... well ..... WHERE is IT??? What have I missed during the hour demo???
The graphics are good in that everything is HUGE - the cards, the game board - everything. My old eyes love that. The music was very nice. I enjoyed it thoroughly. The sound fx were a bit annoying. Between levels, when conversation (later on that) went on (no voice overs) there was a little chirping noise that sounds like my computer when the battery is dead. So, yeah, found that HIGHLY annoying.
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NO voice overs. Not needed really because there is NO storyline. Just banal conversation that goes nowhere. "You have completed Level 2 and can now proceed to Level 3 Unlocked" or "You do not have enough stars to Unlock the next Level, go back and replay until you get enough stars". That's the conversation. That's all. That's it.
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NO voice overs. Not needed really because there is NO storyline. Just banal conversation that goes nowhere. "You have completed Level 2 and can now proceed to Level 3 Unlocked" or "You do not have enough stars to Unlock the next Level, go back and replay until you get enough stars". That's the conversation. That's all. That's it.
This is a simple hi-low solitaire game with obstacles such as granite blocks and ice over your cards. You can buy up to 5 bonuses repeatedly. Woooo-hooooo! FIVE WHOLE BONUSES! Be still my heart! (Sarcasm) You can only use each bonus once.
This game is a definite NO purchase for me. NO storyline. Where's the storm??? NO conversation. Very boring game. I almost fell asleep playing it and was extremely glad when the demo ended.
For those who are off to find the Nordic Storm in this game .................
ENJOY
I don't recommend this game.
Your journey around the world continues! The Eternal City of Rome awaits you with riddles and challenging puzzles. Can you collect all the artifacts!
Overall rating
2
/
5
16 of 28 found this review helpful
Where, O Where Art Thou ..... Italy.
PostedJune 8, 2015
mrm2006
fromSomewhere Over the Rainbow
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Large File, Mahjong, Card & Board
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
/
5
Yes, this is a Match 3 game (M3) and I LOVE a GOOD M3. Unfortunately, THIS is far from "good".
Graphics were .... ok. I felt the tiles were too small, thus making the items on them too small. Music was quite lively. Best part of the game! No voiceovers.
2 modes of difficulty: timed or relaxed. You could only have 1 profile at a time. So, if your friend, relative, etc. wanted to play, YOUR profile would be deleted. After ALL that hard work!
There is a tutorial AFTER each level but it does a very poor job of explaining things. For instance, HOW, exactly, do we earn the gold stars? (You can earn up to 3 per level.
I figured out myself that there are pieces of a 'relic', 'artifact', etc. that we have to get down the bottom of the game screen. We also have to get "x" number of items. For instance, 12 pieces of grass, etc. to pass the level. You DO NOT earn any bonuses for matches of 4 or more. There is a "shop" but I was never directed there.
No storyline, no helpful tutorial, no entertainment value, no "Italian" anything. NO purchase for me (figured I'd keep the 'no' pattern going - lol). I definitely DO NOT recommend this game for beginners because of the poor tutorial.
It's actually quite a boring game and I was so glad when the demo ended. I'll be closer to Italy eating spaghetti for dinner tonight! It just wasn't for me.
I don't recommend this game.
Why has the Everlast returned after twenty years at sea?
Overall rating
5
/
5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
A singing mermaid, a ghost ship and a 20-year mystery.
PostedJune 3, 2015
mrm2006
fromSomewhere Over the Rainbow
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Large File, Mahjong, Card & Board
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
Rite of Passage: The Lost Tides
Based on both the CE and SE demos
A family vacation. A cruise. A stormy night, strange fog rolling in, a female creature arises in the sea. Your character, who is a young girl, must leave her parents behind to be sucked into a Bermuda Triangle-type portal and save her brother. 20 years later and the ship has ..... reappeared.
The graphics are done very well. Voice overs were done well facial features could have used some help. The music was nice .... nothing over the top and not annoying. YAY!
4 difficulties: Calm Seas, Gale, Hurricane and Custom. Love the names!
HOGs (hidden object games) - there are 13 in the game. Mostly list type. Mini Games were very varied and I found them quite a bit There seemed to be an equal ratio of HOGs to Mini Games.
You are armed with a diary, although it doesn't hold codes, etc. so I'm not sure of its importance. A transportable map and a compass that dissolves bad energy. Wow. Could use one of THOSE in real life.
CE Bling:
In addition to the usual fare, we have:
* 12 Morphing Objects - these are found in the HOGs.
* 37 seashells - not always easy to find.
* 37 collectibles - according to the "Achievements", these are found in the extra contents Treasure Hunt. So are these the 37 seashells that are in a game called "Treasure Hunt" .... or are these 37 EXTRA collectibles? Hmmm.
In addition to the usual fare, we have:
* 12 Morphing Objects - these are found in the HOGs.
* 37 seashells - not always easy to find.
* 37 collectibles - according to the "Achievements", these are found in the extra contents Treasure Hunt. So are these the 37 seashells that are in a game called "Treasure Hunt" .... or are these 37 EXTRA collectibles? Hmmm.
I don't know what it is about this game but I love it. I enjoyed the story. I enjoyed the games. The map was easy and, frankly, I would forget to even look for the collectibles - lol. It just grabbed me from the very beginning. I think it would be great for any level of expertise and it is a standalone game .... past games do not need to be played in order to understand THIS storyline.
Oh, and let's NOT forget ....... I want to find out just what is going on with .................. the singing mermaid! Yep. There is a singing mermaid - lol. Is this a new trend in gaming? This is the 2nd game that I know of that has that "new" feature.
Singing mermaids, a ghost ship and a 20-year mystery - let's explore this together!
ENJOY!
I recommend this game!
Why has the Everlast returned after twenty years at sea?
Overall rating
5
/
5
38 of 42 found this review helpful
A singing mermaid, a ghost ship and a 20-year mystery.
PostedJune 3, 2015
mrm2006
fromSomewhere Over the Rainbow
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Large File, Mahjong, Card & Board
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
Based on both the CE and SE demos
A family vacation. A cruise. A stormy night, strange fog rolling in, a female creature arises in the sea. Your character, who is a young girl, must leave her parents behind to be sucked into a Bermuda Triangle-type portal and save her brother. 20 years later and the ship has ..... reappeared.
The graphics are done very well. Voice overs were done well facial features could have used some help. The music was nice .... nothing over the top and not annoying. YAY!
4 difficulties: Calm Seas, Gale, Hurricane and Custom. Love the names!
HOGs (hidden object games) - there are 13 in the game. Mostly list type. Mini Games were very varied and I found them quite a bit There seemed to be an equal ratio of HOGs to Mini Games.
You are armed with a diary, although it doesn't hold codes, etc. so I'm not sure of its importance. A transportable map and a compass that dissolves bad energy. Wow. Could use one of THOSE in real life.
I don't know what it is about this game but I love it. I enjoyed the story. I enjoyed the games. The map was easy and, frankly, I would forget to even look for the collectibles - lol. It just grabbed me from the very beginning. I think it would be great for any level of expertise and it is a standalone game .... past games do not need to be played in order to understand THIS storyline.
Oh, and let's NOT forget ....... I want to find out just what is going on with .................. the singing mermaid! Yep. There is a singing mermaid - lol. Is this a new trend in gaming? This is the 2nd game that I know of that has that "new" feature.
Singing mermaids, a ghost ship and a 20-year mystery - let's explore this together!
ENJOY!
I recommend this game!
Solve logic puzzles and search for important artifacts to challenge the evil force that occupies the mansion grounds.
Overall rating
2
/
5
8 of 11 found this review helpful
A Boggart??? Where is Harry Potter when you need him?!?!
PostedJune 2, 2015
mrm2006
fromSomewhere Over the Rainbow
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Large File, Mahjong, Card & Board
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
2
/
5
Sonya (your character) gets a letter, quite late at night, regarding her daughter, Lisa. She rushes to the mansion of John McGraw who unveils a mirror. Suddenly, both her daughter AND John McGraw are pulled into the mirror's vortex. What is a mother to do? Jump in after!
The graphics are very grainy and one-dimensional. I turned the music down. NO voice overs!!!! WHAT???!!!??? That's right. NO voice overs ..... except .......... for the boggart named Browne who speaks ................ gibberish no one can understand.
You get a diary that holdss "thoughts and facts" about the game. The tutorial is called "Study". NO map. At all.
HOGs (hidden object games) were simple lists. I didn't see a "skip" button for the awful mini games but that's just me. It could have been there and I didn't see it. There is a multiple click penalty in the form of clouds/fog (which looks more like cigarette smoke). The "hint" button takes forever and a day to recharge and keeps taking you back to a place you don't want to be. Add to that, the grammar is hideous. No other for it ..... tremendously hideous.
I'm sure you can't imagine why I wouldn't just rush out and purchase this game but, alas, it just wasn't for me. From boggart-only language to grammar I couldn't understand (how do I find items in the HOGs?) to a storyline lacking any substance and, yes, I failed to prevail and learn to like this game. Obviously, not a purchase for me.
I don't recommend this game.
Characters from classical literature are coming to life!
Overall rating
4
/
5
Some of our most famous authors ..... in a .... musical?
PostedJune 1, 2015
mrm2006
fromSomewhere Over the Rainbow
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Large File, Mahjong, Card & Board
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
Midnight Mysteries: Ghostwriting CE
Based on CE Only.
Well. Hmmm. I guess I just need to ruminate on this further.
In the early 19th century, as your character is going through his mail, he comes across a missive from his good friend, Washington Irving, pleading for help. He fears for his very life.
When setting up your profile on the "menu" page, your name doesn't quite come up in lights, but having it typed on the typewriter is pretty cool too. lol
The music was very haunting. Orchestral. Beautiful. Graphics were done very well. Voice overs were good - lip syncing matched the words, great accents.
4 Difficulties: Casual, Advanced, Expert, Custom. Casual seemed a better option than "custom". IMO.
You are armed with a diary/journal to hold notes, and a transportable map. The "hint" button does not transport you.
You DO have a "helper" in the form of a Raven who just sits there, unobtrusive (you almost forget it's even there until you need it), just ... being a raven.
HOGs (hidden object games) - list and silhouette type that are slightly interactive.
Mini Games ranged from easy to a bit difficult. But, who can resist a good challenge???
CE Bling:
In addition to the customary fare, we have the following:
* Back Story - You CAN unlock it prior to playing the main game, but are warned that the plot could be disclosed.
* Tic Tac Toe - 50 (???)
* Find 56 four-leaf clovers. They are in the HOGs as well as the game.
* Raven coins - used to purchase items for your Raven helper's abode.
* Back Story - You CAN unlock it prior to playing the main game, but are warned that the plot could be disclosed.
* Tic Tac Toe - 50 (???)
* Find 56 four-leaf clovers. They are in the HOGs as well as the game.
* Raven coins - used to purchase items for your Raven helper's abode.
While an interesting story line ...... ghosts traveling through books, authors disliking their endings (but WHICH ending? the stories or theirs? ) and all sorts of mischief that doesn't seem to tie into the story at all.... I'm just ..... not ...... sure ..... if it's for me! I'm missing that "WOW" factor. That "NO! THE DEMO CAN'T BE OVER!" factor. Even so, 'something' pulls me towards purchasing at least the SE.
Join me in the ghostly escapades of some of fiction's greatest authors! (smile)
Oh, and let's NOT forget ..... who would want to miss Ghostwriting: The Musical? lol Yes, at least 1 character .............. sings! lol
ENJOY!
I recommend this game!
Trapped in the past, Sarah must find a way home.
Overall rating
4
/
5
7 of 13 found this review helpful
Flying Ships ..... A Secret Order ...... and an interesting Helper.
PostedMay 26, 2015
mrm2006
fromSomewhere Over the Rainbow
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Large File, Mahjong, Card & Board
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
Based on both the CE and SE demos.
Sarah Pennington (your character) has been working for the Secret Order for some time, often against the Dragon Clan, and ending up back in time ..... where she is now ...... trapped.
The VERY FIRST impression I got when the game opened for play was .............. NO! OMGosh NO!!!! TOO MUCH ORANGE and GOLD!!!!! Yes, over-use of those "crayons" needs to stop. It actually hurt my eyes so much I wasn't sure if I could continue the demo ..... but, I prevailed (YAY ME) ..... and here are my notes.
Graphics - obviously I had a problem with the colors used but, other than that, the graphics were amazing, right down to the ittiest, bittiest crack or line or imprint. Yes, it was 2-dimensional as opposed to the 3 dimensional HD graphics of today. But, it seemed to "fit". Voice overs - not many but quite well done, as were the sound fx - I could here a cat purr, clinking of metal. Yep. Amazing. You could almost close your eyes and feel surrounded by the tiniest of sounds you would hear in "real" life. Music.....same thing ..... very well done. Crescendoed at those edge-of-your-seat moments. I never felt the need to turn it down/off.
Difficulty: Casual, Advanced, Expert ---- no "custom" here.
Your diary shows "Objectives" only. I did not see "notes" or "clues". Just "Objectives". You would think there would just be an "objectives/tasks" list but, nope, a whole unfurling diary for just .... objectives. The transportable map is very clear as to where to go and where you are. Some maps can get muddled giving too much useless info.
You have to find ..... something (sorry, but I can't give EVERYTHING away - lol) to activate the "hint" button. Yes, even on the "Casual" setting.
HOGs (hidden object games) were mostly list type, sometimes very interactive. There is an alternate Mahjong
game you can play if you prefer. Mini Games - fun, new, fresh ideas. Some required P&P (Patience and Perseverance). There were definitely more Mini Games than HOGs.
game you can play if you prefer. Mini Games - fun, new, fresh ideas. Some required P&P (Patience and Perseverance). There were definitely more Mini Games than HOGs.
Ultimately, you will get a "helper". Not one we've seen before in ANY "helper" games from ANY Dev, including this one. Please. If you DO play the demo ......... is it anatomically correct? There's a bit of bright neon green where .... well...... you DO cover it up ..... but ..... do YOU see it????? It really took me aback! Your "helper" will gain 4 special powers (2 were found in the demo). They DO come in handy and, no, I am NOT going to tell you what they are. Just that they are very handy.
I have played "Secret Order" games before, I think. At least 1? I don't think I played the one before this. Or, I may have played the demo but, at this writing, am not sure if it's in my "dungeon of unplayed games" or not. In any case, several references were made to the previous game(s) .... so this might NOT be a standalone. I know I was confused by several statements made ("Sarah, I am not your father". OMG - Shades of Darth Vader!!). Will I rush out to purchase the previous game if I don't already own it? Very unlikely. Will I even purchase this SE? I LOVE the Egyptian era and would probably purchase the SE based solely on that. I would recommend it for any level of experience.
What's next in Sarah Pennington's race to get back to her "real" time? Join me and let's fly away in our ship (yes, FLY in a ship) to yet another adventure!
ENJOY!
I recommend this game!
Trapped in the past, Sarah must find a way home.
Overall rating
3
/
5
1 of 2 found this review helpful
Time Travelling, a "different" helper and a ship that flies.
PostedMay 26, 2015
mrm2006
fromSomewhere Over the Rainbow
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Large File, Mahjong, Card & Board
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
Based on both the CE and SE demos.
Sarah Pennington (your character) has been working for the Secret Order for some time, often against the Dragon Clan, and ending up back in time ..... where she is now ...... trapped.
The VERY FIRST impression I got when the game opened for play was .............. NO! OMGosh NO!!!! TOO MUCH ORANGE and GOLD!!!!! Yes, over-use of those "crayons" needs to stop. It actually hurt my eyes so much I wasn't sure if I could continue the demo ..... but, I prevailed (YAY ME) ..... and here are my notes.
Graphics - obviously I had a problem with the colors used but, other than that, the graphics were amazing, right down to the ittiest, bittiest crack or line or imprint. Amazing. Voice overs - not many but quite well done, as were the sound fx - I could here a cat purr, clinking of metal. Yep. Amazing. You could almost close your eyes and feel surrounded by the tiniest of sounds you would hear in "real" life.
Difficulty: Casual, Advanced, Expert ---- no "custom" here.
Your diary shows "Objectives" only. I did not see "notes" or "clues". Just "Objectives". I did read where another reviewer mentioned "notes". I didn't see it myself. The transportable map is very clear as to where to go and where you are. Some maps can get muddled giving too much useless info.
You have to find ..... something (sorry, but I can't give EVERYTHING away - lol) to activate the "hint" button. Yes, even on the "Casual" setting.
HOGs (hidden object games) were mostly list type, sometimes very interactive. There is an alternate Mahjong
game you can play if you prefer. Mini Games - fun, new, fresh ideas. Some required P&P (Patience and Perseverance). There were definitely more Mini Games than HOGs.
game you can play if you prefer. Mini Games - fun, new, fresh ideas. Some required P&P (Patience and Perseverance). There were definitely more Mini Games than HOGs.
Ultimately, you will get a "helper". Not one we've seen before in ANY "helper" games from ANY Dev, including this one. Please. If you DO play the demo ......... is it anatomically correct? There's a bit of bright neon green where .... well...... you DO cover it up ..... but ..... do YOU see it????? It really took me aback! Your "helper" will gain 4 special powers (2 were found in the demo). They DO come in handy and, no, I am NOT going to tell you what they are. Just that they are very handy.
CE Bling:
Aside from the usual Bonus Game, Strategy Guide (which shows 6 chapters), etc., there are ....
* 30 collectible masks (1 was a jaguar, 1 was something else, and they were found by accident). They certainly DO NOT stand out right in your face.
I have played "Secret Order" games before, I think. At least 1? I don't think I played the one before this. Or, I may have played the demo but, at this writing, am not sure if it's in my "dungeon of unplayed games" or not. In any case, several references were made to the previous game(s) .... so this might NOT be a standalone. I know I was confused by several statements made ("Sarah, I am not your father". Shades of Darth Vader!!). Will I rush out to purchase the previous game if I don't already own it? Very unlikely. Will I even purchase this one? Maybe the SE but definitely NOT the CE, unless I read any reviews that state the Bonus Game is necessary to complete the main story. (I dislike when Devs put the actual ending of a story in the Bonus Game, thereby forcing us to purchase the CE.).
If I can get past the crayon usage (see "Graphics" above) AND the terrible lag between scenes (like looking at a black screen much?), I might purchase the SE. I LOVE the Egyptian era and would probably purchase the SE based solely on that. I would recommend it for any level of experience.
What's next in Sarah Pennington's race to get back to her "real" time? Join me and let's fly away in our ship (yes, FLY in a ship) to yet another adventure!
ENJOY!
I recommend this game!
Enter the role of Eve Glover, one of the best CCPP's agents, sent to investigate the lack of radio communication from your scientific team on Iceland, researching harmonium radiation.
Overall rating
3
/
5
30 of 34 found this review helpful
Harmonium ...... Another Portal ...... Other Worlds?
PostedMay 24, 2015
mrm2006
fromSomewhere Over the Rainbow
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Large File, Mahjong, Card & Board
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
Based on both the CE and SE demos.
Did you ever wonder if there were other worlds to be discovered? Your character is going to investigate a missing Physicist who just MAY be able to answer that for us.
I didn't find any problems with the graphics (as some reviewers did). Nor did I have any qualms with the music or sound effects. MY problem came when the voice overs starated. Really DEVS? Why is it a necessity to share the same actor who has that nasally, squeaky, pipsqueak voice? It seems just about every game lately has that character in it. Worse tha nails on a chalkboard.
Difficulty: Casual, Expert, Insane and Custom.
HOGs (hidden object games) - varied from list items to silhouettes to word games. There is an alternate marble shooter game if you prefer that.
Mini Games - ran the gamut of easy to difficult. Several times I couldn't find instructions and had to figure things out myself.
You are amed with a map that I assume is transportable (didn't work for me most of the time so I gave up) that shows "locations where you have something to do" as opposed to "a task to do there"? Ummm. What's the difference? Maybe that's why my map didn't work ---- it was ----- confused. Also, an artifact that gives you 3 powers: mend, cleanse and one other I didn't get during the demo.
I was not incredibly impressed with this latest in the Amaranthine series. I just did not get my personal "wow" factor. There was so much to do .... so much going on .... that the story got swallowed up by it all. Because of the customization, I would recommend this for every level of game play and certainly for people more interested in "doing" things than following a story.
For these reasons, and a few more, this will not be a purchase for me. For those who are on the hunt for Harmonium......................
Enjoy!
I recommend this game!