I have waited a really long time for another in this series. So as soon as I saw this game, I knew I would have to buy it. I play the other 2 games constantly.
The newest version of this series is pretty much the same gameplay as the previous. You make bombs by grouping 5 or more, and you make Amphora's by grouping 4. The exception is now there is more commentary from a lass after every game (very annoying, but I turned her voice off), and a Donkey that I must remember to tend to. (I sort of like that addition)
So far I have played the first 8 games in the demo before purchasing it. Every single level plays like a tutorial. I find this super annoying, but I understand why they have it. It's handy if you've never played. However, it really should have an option to turn it off. I also hate being forced into making moves it wants me to choose before I can even play the game. Another thing, upon first opening the game, you do not choose your avatar or Relaxed or Timed mode until after you've played the first round. I did not care for that at all. I'm experienced with the features, such as bombs and the like, so I should have the option to turn off anything that's repetitive, like tips and tutorials.
There is a Relaxed and Timed mode just like the previous two games. The same options to adjust voice, music and soundFX. You can still skip MiniGames and change the cursor. I prefer playing in Relaxed mode because I hate time pressures. I know others feel differently and like the challenge it presents.
I always like to read all reviews before downloading any game so that I can get a feel for what I'm going to play. One reviewer says the game gets harder as you go along. So far, I have not seen that happen, but I'm not very far in. Maybe it will get harder after the first 10 levels? Or maybe it only happens in Timed mode? I don't know yet.
I did purchase the game after playing the demo. I still love the game. It's enjoyable to play, and so far very relaxing. I can only hope the developers pay attention to the reviews, and take my hint to add more options the next time around.
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor
5/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
5/ 5
Level of Challenge
5/ 5
I bought this game as soon as I saw it. It is guaranteed fun! The creators of this game know exactly what to change to keep it fun and entertaining along with a new challenge. I am not disappointed in my rush to purchase!
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor
5/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
4/ 5
Level of Challenge
5/ 5
Storyline
4/ 5
I love HOG's and after reading some reviews, I knew I had to try it. It's a great game and some of the items are very well hidden. The music is cute but can get annoying. You have the option to turn it down along with the ambient noises if you prefer. I really enjoy this game. It's a buy for me.
It's your typical match 3 or more. If you match several, you get a power bomb that blows up everything nearby. I don't really care for the fact that the cursor can't be changed, but it's not that annoying. Neither is the music. The game plays smoothly and it's challenging even in limitless move mode. I love fun Halloween games like this. Not creepy ones. It was a buy for me.
I adore finding the cats. Wish dev's would create more games with cats in them. This game offers straight up hidden objects with mini games in between. I like that you can skip the mini games if you want. It would have been nice to have a zoom feature for those of us who can't see very well. Also would have been nice to know where in the world we're playing, just for a bit of learning. It was a buy for me.
This series is a definite buy right off the bat for me. I absolutely love how the devs make each game a little different but keep the same general concept. It holds my attention and makes me want to play for hours! I don't care for storylines, and would like to skip it, but that's minor.
I played the demo for about 30 minutes. I had no trouble seeing the images. The music is a bit boring and repetitive. I also did not care for the cartoonish characters. It wasn't a bad game though.