Novella2's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:3.5
- Helpful Votes:1,864
- Reviews Submitted:197
- First Review:November 24, 2011
- Most Recent Review:March 18, 2025
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Contract with the Devil
Solve logic puzzles and search for important artifacts to challenge the evil force that occupies the mansion grounds.
Overall rating
4
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5
2 of 3 found this review helpful
The Devil Made Me do it
PostedJune 3, 2015
Novella2
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Adventure, Large File, Word
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
4
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5
Got this using a free game code. Am glad I did. First of all, after reading the credits, it appears this game may have been made in Russia or somewhere near. You have to ignore the text at the beginning; if you listen, you'll find out it's not a language, just repetitive mumbling. The game does get your mind working; some puzzles can't be skipped, which I found out was good for me, as it made me think. Found this to be a fun game, and for free!
I recommend this game!
Black Viper: Sophia's Fate
Cop by day, formidable thief by night: Sophia, aka Black Viper, is a young woman leading a double life.
Overall rating
3
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5
11 of 15 found this review helpful
Dark Fate (for the game)
PostedApril 28, 2015
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
4
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5
This is based on approx. 15 mins. of demo. Three modes of play. Starts out with an intro about a young girl of 10 who was found - doesn't know her origin. Then shown as a beautiful young woman who, naturally, calls herself "Black Viper." Her voice is overly dramatic. The mouths move and there are voiceovers. Was interested until I found out the game is almost entirely HOS. Hints are expressed with a gun shot and beginning murder scene is a bit graphic. A game for HO lovers and drama queens.
I don't recommend this game.
Animism: The Book of Emissaries
Unlock the mysteries shrouding the creatures of Oxbridge University!
Overall rating
3
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5
1 of 3 found this review helpful
The road to nowhere
PostedApril 22, 2015
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
4
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5
This is based on about 15 mins. of demo. There is a very long introductory dialog at beginning (you can skip it). Three modes of play: easy, normal and hard. This option isn't shown at beginning of game, only when you choose options. No tutorial; no map; hint system really is not a hint system. I was thinking of using a free game for this until I found out you don't know where to go or do next. Managed to place a few items and find a few things. Since I couldn't progress, I gave up. It's too bad; could have been a fun game.
I don't recommend this game.
Taken Souls: Blood Ritual
After investigating a series of ritual murders on the foggy streets of London, detective James Voodoo discovers a supernatural conspiracy on a global scale.
Overall rating
4
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5
5 of 5 found this review helpful
Would you give your blood?
PostedApril 4, 2015
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
Am almost finished playing this game. It is an extremely long game (which I like). However, the game shows puzzles, but doesn't really explain what you are to do (you have to press the hint button to even get an idea). I got this as a free game, so got a great deal. It is fun, but, as previously mentioned, the puzzles need to be explained in more detail.
I recommend this game!
Greed: Forbidden Experiments
When Julia reaches an abandoned laboratory to rescue her sister, she discovers there is more to this mystery than a mere abduction.
Overall rating
4
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5
18 of 25 found this review helpful
Experiment with this one!
PostedMarch 23, 2015
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 review is based on approx. 10 minutes of demo. Three levels: normal, hard and detective. There are voice overs and lip movements. Graphics are well done, not too cartoony. You can even skip the HOS, which I found to be a good feature and uncommon. HOS are a little interactive and not too small.
It's good to see a few SE games that haven't been CE's, as a lot of times I can't even use a free game because there's nothing that appeals to me.
I recommend this game!
House of 1000 Doors: Evil Inside Collector's Edition
A meteorite devastates a town, yanking Emily from her normal life.
Overall rating
4
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5
13 of 25 found this review helpful
Knock, knock - will the house let me in?
PostedMarch 14, 2015
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 is based on the demo. Found the game to be fun to play; graphics are very good and voice syncs also good.
Know this is not much of a review, but I bought it and am looking forward to playing it.
I recommend this game!
Beyond the Invisible: Evening
Shadows-kidnappers have arrived! Unravel the mystery of the Shadows and free the town from their dreadful fears!
Overall rating
4
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5
10 of 29 found this review helpful
Let there we light!
PostedMarch 10, 2015
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
Played approx. 15 minutes of demo and found it to be fun. I believe there are 4 levels of play. You have a little helper, who is not obnoxious like some. I have a free game, and will use it to get this one.
Give it a try.
I recommend this game!
Mystery of the Ancients: Deadly Cold Collector's Edition
Ice giants are attacking citizens as a deadly blizzard arrives.
Overall rating
4
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Almost left me cold, but...
PostedFebruary 16, 2015
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
When I first played the demo, didn't really care for it. However, after the Presidents' Day sale, where you got 241, I figured there was nothing to lose. Glad I did. The game has some really good puzzles which make you think. It's a fairly long game. I did, like others, find the BFF annoying, but she was ok once you blocked her out (not easy). All in all, a somewhat different, enjoyable game.
I recommend this game!
The Mystery of a Lost Planet
Can you solve the mystery of a lost planet and rescue the crew of a spaceship in distress?
Overall rating
2
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5
4 of 15 found this review helpful
Tedious
PostedJanuary 28, 2015
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
3
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5
After playing about 7 mins. of demo, I think I've discovered a new way to punish a disobedient child. "go to your room and don't come out until you've finished this game."
I don't recommend this game.
Frankenstein: Master of Death
The border between life and death is fragile. Restore the course of nature, solve puzzles and search for clues in Frankenstein: Master of Death!
Overall rating
3
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5
3 of 11 found this review helpful
Not a bad game
PostedJanuary 26, 2015
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
3
/
5
This review is based on 1/2 of demo. There are only two modes of play - easy and hard. I played "easy," and it was. Hidden object scenes are partially interactive and not too many. Graphics are fine, although "monster's" walk a bit funny. Don't know how long the game is, as no w/t is posted,or needed. Fun game to pass the time or for children.
I recommend this game!