smhbedard's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:3.3
- Helpful Votes:92
- Reviews Submitted:9
- First Review:December 31, 2012
- Most Recent Review:July 24, 2021
- Featured reviews0
smhbedard's Review History
Pixel Art delivers an incredible new set of colorful paint by number puzzles!
Overall rating
2
/
5
Meh
PostedJuly 24, 2021
smhbedard
fromNanaimo, BC
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Puzzle
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
I get that it's pixel art but some of these are so pixelated you can hardly tell what they are. Just finished PA 7 and it was of much better quality.
Your daughter’s uncanny gift draws the attention of a sinister organization!
Overall rating
3
/
5
7 of 8 found this review helpful
So So
PostedMarch 23, 2021
smhbedard
fromNanaimo, BC
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Brain Teaser, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Word
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I gave this three stars because the graphics were good (I don't play with sound) and the HOPs were ok but the minigames didn't provide much of a challenge. I've played better games from Mad Head. Personally, I would like to see a higher degree of logic to these games, if that's at all possible, without reducing the fun factor. (e.g. not hiding inventory items in unlikely places). Lately I've been replaying older games from 2013, 2014 and have found them to be far more challenging than more recent ones. Overall, this wasn't a bad game but I wasn't thrilled and will likely not play it again, tho I do like games with a sci-fi element. I won't recommend it but suggest you try the demo for yourself and then decide.
Travel with Ben in his journey through dreams and unravel the mystery of his late wife Elizabeth.
Overall rating
5
/
5
Amazing Game
PostedJune 20, 2019
smhbedard
fromNanaimo, BC
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
Other reviewers have gone into much detail about this game so I'll just say that I absolutely loved, loved, loved it. It provided enough of a challenge to keep me interested. I enjoyed the mini-games, which weren't the run-of-the-mill type found in other games and I admit I actually had to skip a couple. Next time through I'll persevere. I truly hope that this developer will come out with more games of this type. If they're as good as this one, they'll be a definite buy for me.
Can you keep the past from destroying the present?
Overall rating
1
/
5
42 of 58 found this review helpful
Tedious
PostedJune 21, 2018
smhbedard
fromNanaimo, BC
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I was quite excited to see another offering from my favorite developer, but oh my goodness, Eipex, what were you thinking. I've loved past MCF games, but this one leaves me shaking my head. I think we're way past plain old HOGs. The super puzzles were a bit more challenging but overall I found this game utterly boring. Of course, that's just my opinion. Obviously given the number of 5 star ratings some found it to be an excellent game. Guess you have to decide for yourself.
Become the Red Queen and save Chessland!
Overall rating
5
/
5
11 of 21 found this review helpful
Loved it
PostedJune 7, 2018
smhbedard
fromNanaimo, BC
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
Based on the Demo, one of the best games I've played in a long while. Loved the story line - a wonderful take on the Alice in Wonderland classic. The puzzles were different enough to be interesting and somewhat challenging. Graphics are crisp and clear - can't comment on the voiceovers since I play with the sound off. Love this developer and the Bridge series and will definitely buy this game.
I recommend this game!
Travel to mystic lands and help the Treefruities recover the lost leaves of their home tree. Search for clues and master puzzles during your journey.
Overall rating
4
/
5
21 of 23 found this review helpful
Really wanted to love this game
PostedJuly 31, 2017
smhbedard
fromNanaimo, BC
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
I truly enjoy a challenge so I really wanted to love this game but didn't quite get there. Played the full demo but didn't get very far - 5 leaves and a few puzzles.The reason I rated the fun factor as two star is because the frustration factor far outweighed the fun. Found it difficult to figure out what to do or where to go next. The map wasn't that helpful and the "help" button on the main menu just produced a puzzle, which I assumed indicated you had to reproduce the pattern, but guess I was wrong since nothing happened. Also found a code which didn't prove useful - at least not up to the point my trial ran out. It would have been nice if the developers had included a hint option or a choice of the level of difficulty. I think this is a really unique game and will probably buy it when there's a sale on. If you like a challenge, then it's a buy - but check it out for yourself.
I recommend this game!
Escape from the clutch of the spiteful innkeepers! Can you help Cosette have a better future?
Overall rating
1
/
5
1 of 2 found this review helpful
"Miserables" Game
PostedDecember 16, 2014
smhbedard
fromNorthern Ontario, Canada
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Brain Teaser, Marble Popper, Puzzle
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Have to agree with other reviewers. Way too many HOPs. Arrows and other indicators telling you what to do. Couldn't use inventory items without dragging them. And I could go on.
Definitely do not recommend this game.
Definitely do not recommend this game.
Dreamscapes: The Sandman
Be the one to save Laura from her nightmares
Overall rating
5
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5
2 of 4 found this review helpful
Loved It!
PostedMarch 14, 2013
smhbedard
fromNorthern Ontario, Canada
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
Fabulous game - some puzzles very different. Just have to wonder why BFG didn't offer the Premium Version of this game. Would have loved to play the Bonus Chapter.
I recommend this game!
King Oddball
Can you master the tongue of King Oddball? End the world in this compelling and easy to learn skill based physics puzzle game!
Overall rating
4
/
5
8 of 8 found this review helpful
Simple but fun arcade game
PostedDecember 31, 2012
smhbedard
fromNorthern Ontario, Canada
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Based on Demo. Something a little different but quite fun. Artwork is super simple. Don't know about music because I always play with sound off. Gameplay: You only have three rocks to destroy tanks and aliens but can get extra rocks when making outstanding shots or hitting King Oddball on the head. Increasing difficulty as you progress. There are also games within the game such as the Hall of Diamonds where you can earn diamonds by replaying levels. You can also earn achievements. Overall, fun and not at all taxing to the brain. I don't know if I would buy it since it's not my usual choice of game but I did enjoy the hour I played it. You'll have to decide for yourself.