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- Average Rating:2.8
- Helpful Votes:808
- Reviews Submitted:31
- First Review:July 5, 2016
- Most Recent Review:August 13, 2025
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Help stop a killer and keep an important scientific discovery from falling into the wrong hands!
Overall rating
4
/
5
32 of 42 found this review helpful
A+ for Effort!!
PostedJuly 9, 2020
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
This is the first time I played the complete demo in a very long time. Lately I found myself becoming irritated or bored.
It was not so much the story, but that you kept moving along.
Story plausibility in a game went out a long time ago for me. What I liked about this game is the extra effort put into the HOPs and the mini games. They were multi-tasked.
Another good thing is not having to explore 6 scenes to open one box to get the key to a puzzle. If you just "play in the moment" it's a good game. I think more attention was paid to actual game play. Lately, it seems developers have focused on scenery, wallpapers,and soundtracks. The graphics and scenery are good and fit the game well.
The demo did not convince me that this game is "collector's edition" worthy. Two collectibles (30 total) is not great. All the morphs are puzzled pieces. Why bother to morph!? Maybe the overall length will make it worthy to be a CE?
It was not so much the story, but that you kept moving along.
Story plausibility in a game went out a long time ago for me. What I liked about this game is the extra effort put into the HOPs and the mini games. They were multi-tasked.
Another good thing is not having to explore 6 scenes to open one box to get the key to a puzzle. If you just "play in the moment" it's a good game. I think more attention was paid to actual game play. Lately, it seems developers have focused on scenery, wallpapers,and soundtracks. The graphics and scenery are good and fit the game well.
The demo did not convince me that this game is "collector's edition" worthy. Two collectibles (30 total) is not great. All the morphs are puzzled pieces. Why bother to morph!? Maybe the overall length will make it worthy to be a CE?
I recommend this game!
A romantic spa getaway hides a terrible secret!
Overall rating
3
/
5
13 of 22 found this review helpful
Same game, new irritations!
PostedJune 18, 2020
Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
1
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
If you just have to have a "new" game to play, this one is not bad. It's not good, but it's not bad. There was no effort put into this game to make it better than other games.
First, I think they missed a great plot tool. The intro mentions a book the husband must read over the weekend. The demo never mentioned it again. Anyway, lets go to a lovely place and within 20 minutes someone disappears! sounds vaguely familiar.
The game is dark. No, not the story, the game. It seems the last few releases, aside from Fright Chasers, are all dark. You cannot see details. Bright sunshine may not add to a chilling story, but someone turn on a lamp! The graphics are beautiful but you cannot see them. Instead toning down the garish green and purple motif that was so popular, now developers use a muddy grey-ish blue. To find some morphing objects, you have to notice movement. In this game, the courser changes when you hover over the object. I avoid moving my courser around on the screen until I find the object. I don't want any help.
First, I think they missed a great plot tool. The intro mentions a book the husband must read over the weekend. The demo never mentioned it again. Anyway, lets go to a lovely place and within 20 minutes someone disappears! sounds vaguely familiar.
The game is dark. No, not the story, the game. It seems the last few releases, aside from Fright Chasers, are all dark. You cannot see details. Bright sunshine may not add to a chilling story, but someone turn on a lamp! The graphics are beautiful but you cannot see them. Instead toning down the garish green and purple motif that was so popular, now developers use a muddy grey-ish blue. To find some morphing objects, you have to notice movement. In this game, the courser changes when you hover over the object. I avoid moving my courser around on the screen until I find the object. I don't want any help.
I don't recommend this game.
Help Allura find clues to solve her mysterious origin in this amazing underwater adventure!
Overall rating
2
/
5
8 of 10 found this review helpful
What a waste of a cute story.
PostedMay 13, 2020
hdnseeker
fromGarland, TX
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
FIRST: the only options in this game are volume of game and music, full screen, and tutorial! No timed/relaxed or limited moves. NOTHING.
You match three to clear tiles.Each level has certain icon(s) to collect. There are also tiles under icons that you must clear. As you do this, you earn stars and jewels. These are used in the upgrades to buy upgrades for the "hideout". Jewels buy tools used in the game.
You have no control over how quickly you can move thru the game. You just play. You can only earn 3 stars per level. Everything is controlled to set the pace of the game.
HINT: buy tools as soon as you can. I didn't and therefore was stuck on level 4 for 20 minutes before I just quit.
I wish we could find games like Imperial Island 3, NOT 4. Laruaville and Spellarium are on the right track.
You match three to clear tiles.Each level has certain icon(s) to collect. There are also tiles under icons that you must clear. As you do this, you earn stars and jewels. These are used in the upgrades to buy upgrades for the "hideout". Jewels buy tools used in the game.
You have no control over how quickly you can move thru the game. You just play. You can only earn 3 stars per level. Everything is controlled to set the pace of the game.
HINT: buy tools as soon as you can. I didn't and therefore was stuck on level 4 for 20 minutes before I just quit.
I wish we could find games like Imperial Island 3, NOT 4. Laruaville and Spellarium are on the right track.
I don't recommend this game.
A mysterious fog hides a small town’s secrets… and something even darker!
Overall rating
3
/
5
33 of 47 found this review helpful
This is not a Collector's Edition
PostedFebruary 15, 2020
hdnseeker
fromGarland, TX
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3
Current Favorite:
Mystery Case Files®: Fate's Carnival
(133)Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
I read the first review, and hoped this game would be like MCF Ravenshearst or Fate's Carnival. NO NO NO!
Other than mist, and a cat moving around, there is no animation. You play off a map. You transport between a house and each scene. You visit a scene to search for hidden objects. In your search you encounter mini games. Two of the mini games in the demo are impossible to complete because necessary pieces will not move.
As for the story, it starts out as helping an old flame. However, as you free a cat from a mailbox, you see the headline that a professor was murdered?!! Very awkward. Like the developer suddenly remembered there was supposed to be a dead professor and just stuck it in there. I think it is a shame to waste what could have been a great story,mystery.
The hidden object scenes are dark and muddy. The whole game is dark and muddy. There are tons of little stick figures in every scene that should have been included in the game or explained within the demo. The skulls you are to collect seem to be an after thought.
I can't even recommend the demo.
Other than mist, and a cat moving around, there is no animation. You play off a map. You transport between a house and each scene. You visit a scene to search for hidden objects. In your search you encounter mini games. Two of the mini games in the demo are impossible to complete because necessary pieces will not move.
As for the story, it starts out as helping an old flame. However, as you free a cat from a mailbox, you see the headline that a professor was murdered?!! Very awkward. Like the developer suddenly remembered there was supposed to be a dead professor and just stuck it in there. I think it is a shame to waste what could have been a great story,mystery.
The hidden object scenes are dark and muddy. The whole game is dark and muddy. There are tons of little stick figures in every scene that should have been included in the game or explained within the demo. The skulls you are to collect seem to be an after thought.
I can't even recommend the demo.
I don't recommend this game.
Can you save your hometown from the entity that killed your family?
Overall rating
2
/
5
22 of 31 found this review helpful
Disappointing predictable and dreary.
PostedDecember 28, 2019
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
Please note, I played for only 20 minutes. A random bobble head from a random car has to be used to open a case on fire in a random dumpster, developers have given up. Is it too much to ask that the items needed to further the game be somewhat logical? Why would the sign for an electric panel be in a rowboat off the pier?
The plot has potential, but they didn't seem to care. Game is dreary and dark. Its just not worth the effort to keep finding little random parts to open random things that only lead to another search. The first review said as much yet they rated the game a five star.
The plot has potential, but they didn't seem to care. Game is dreary and dark. Its just not worth the effort to keep finding little random parts to open random things that only lead to another search. The first review said as much yet they rated the game a five star.
I don't recommend this game.
Can you reveal the story behind the watch, defeat the witch and save your sister in time?
Overall rating
5
/
5
73 of 78 found this review helpful
This Little Game is Just Right!
PostedSeptember 23, 2019
hdnseeker
fromGarland, TX
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
Engaging game for someone who does not wish to struggle to find objects needed three screens back. Puzzles are fun and not too hard, not too easy. I noted the challenge as excellent. It is excellent for the type of game it is. Sometimes these games can be too obvious.
Graphics are good, but some of the match games get a little muddy. Colors are bright. Game has every type of HOP covered. I will say some games/puzzles could use better, more specific instructions.
The little dragon friend does a delightful dance when you succeed. Its cute. The animals are cute, the fish are beautiful and the monsters are scary (but not nightmare scary).
I think this would be a good game to play with your kids. Again, it's cute, so if you hate cute, stay away.
Graphics are good, but some of the match games get a little muddy. Colors are bright. Game has every type of HOP covered. I will say some games/puzzles could use better, more specific instructions.
The little dragon friend does a delightful dance when you succeed. Its cute. The animals are cute, the fish are beautiful and the monsters are scary (but not nightmare scary).
I think this would be a good game to play with your kids. Again, it's cute, so if you hate cute, stay away.
I recommend this game!
After a vicious battle, Emperor Omadan must lead his people to seek a new home. Help them build a new empire in this match 3 adventure!
Overall rating
1
/
5
19 of 22 found this review helpful
WHAT HAPPENED?
PostedOctober 8, 2018
hdnseeker
fromGarland, TX
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
1
/
5
I was so excited to see Imperial Island 4! Excitement turned to disappointment. This game is horrible. It makes no sense that the fourth version of a game would have less features than the first version.. Actually, it has no features. No dialogue, no pirate attacks, NOTHING.
I played for the full
I played for the full
I don't recommend this game.
Can you confront an otherworldly foe and save your nephew?
Overall rating
5
/
5
15 of 27 found this review helpful
Don't Let the Name Fool You!
PostedMarch 30, 2018
hdnseeker
fromGarland, TX
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Word
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
The moon is involved, but you visit many diverse locations. This is a fun game. This story line moves you through the game without long bits of dialogue. The story is neatly told in few words and you know exactly what is happening and why you are a necessary participant. You find the items you need before you forget where they belong. The HOPs are varied. Two of them I have never experienced before. The mini games had interesting twists in content, however I'm afraid many will find them much too easy.
If you are wanting a game that will tax you and require concentration, this is not the game. If you want to have a little fun among bright scenes and interesting characters, go for it.
If you are wanting a game that will tax you and require concentration, this is not the game. If you want to have a little fun among bright scenes and interesting characters, go for it.
I recommend this game!
Do you have quick reflexes? Wanna prove it? Join the fruit adventure of a lifetime now and exercise your match 3 skills.
Overall rating
1
/
5
1 of 3 found this review helpful
why bother
PostedJanuary 8, 2018
hdnseeker
fromGarland, TX
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
1
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
there is nothing to this game. If you still play Pong this game is for you.
I don't recommend this game.
Can you find the Wise Dragon and save your people?
Overall rating
5
/
5
142 of 160 found this review helpful
A fun romp!
PostedAugust 17, 2017
hdnseeker
fromGarland, TX
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
Love it. A game without horrible evil overtones. A game where you find the elements you need before you forget where they belong. The morphing objects were not obvious or the same symbol. I like the raccoon. I am relieved that we do not need to earn credits or coins to dress him or furnish his home!
If you are looking for a challenge, this is NOT your game. If you are looking for some fun without angst this IS your game.
If you are looking for a challenge, this is NOT your game. If you are looking for some fun without angst this IS your game.
I recommend this game!