Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
3/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
3/ 5
Level of Challenge
3/ 5
Storyline
3/ 5
I enjoyed the previous games in this series a lot more than this one. It doesn't seem like much thought was put into the storylines and I found them boring. Game play was ok but could have been better. Feels like this game was thrown together for a quick release. Developers could have been a little more creative with this one. Side note: I wish game developers would offer an alternative to the mini games/puzzles such as match 3. I don't enjoy the minis anymore, boring and redundant. I think the game is worth playing but I wouldn't purchase this at regular price, only on a big sale. Play the demo, it may be enough for you like it was for me.
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
5/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
5/ 5
Level of Challenge
4/ 5
Storyline
5/ 5
I thoroughly enjoyed this game, which hasn't been the case with HOPA games in a long time. I had no problems downloading or playing, There isn't a lot of jumping back and forth between multiple scenes which was nice. Fun HO scenes and quite a few. Thankfully this game wasn't mini-game/puzzle heavy. The morphing items and puzzle pieces weren't difficult to find but you did have to search for them. And if you miss a morphing item, the game will let you return to the scene to find it. A game worth playing IMO
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
3/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
4/ 5
Level of Challenge
2/ 5
Storyline
4/ 5
This game is long like other reviewers stated but that doesn't mean it's 5 star worthy.
Pros: A lot of gameplay Graphics and audio were great Storylines made sense and were enjoyable
Cons: Puzzle HEAVY Very few HO scenes Map is useless No Guide No Profile - its a 1 play game No HO games in Bonus room - all mini games/puzzles
There were too many puzzle/mini games inserted into this game. The games were repetitive, nothing new. I skipped 90% of them. That resulted into just a few HO scenes and most of them were the interactive type. The map didn't indicate which rooms had actions available. I had to use the hint button a lot to figure out where I needed to go. There is no guide to help find the collection items/morphing items if you're having trouble finding any. You cannot create a profile so you only get to play the game one time. So your kid or SO can't play it. The Bonus room is a joke...more mini-games, no HO scenes, the typical useless wallpapers, and VIDEOS?? Why?
Developers, come up with an alternative to the same old boring mini-games and puzzles. BE CREATIVE. And stop using them as fillers to make the game seem longer.
If you can get this game free with points or on sale/BOGO I would recommend playing it. You do get a ton of game play, many chapters with creative storylines. But DO NOT pay full price or member price for this game. It's not worth it. All the 5 star reviews are solely based on the length of game play. And length isn't everything people.
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
1/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
1/ 5
Level of Challenge
1/ 5
Storyline
1/ 5
First, my demo only lasted about 10 minutes but that was long enough for me to know that this was a pathetic excuse of a HO game. Who cares that they added the up and down screen? It doesn't make up for the poor graphics and childish game play. Skip it.
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
4/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
4/ 5
Level of Challenge
4/ 5
Storyline
4/ 5
Playing the demo, I reached the mechanical room, inserted the gears and the game froze. Exited and tried again 4x but can't get past that point. Was planning on purchasing but it's a moot point now. DO games has done a much better job with this game. Puzzles are a lot more enjoyable than the typical puzzles every developer uses. Enjoyed the HO scenes which DO always provides a lot of. Game is worth playing and buying if you don't get frozen like I did
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
2/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
2/ 5
Level of Challenge
2/ 5
Despite the fact that this was not a fun game and I don't recommend it ON GAMEPLAY ALONE, I am surprised at the approval of CATFISH's comment. Whether you believe or not, its comment should have been about game play not the religious content. If this were a LGBTQ game and someone made a negative comment, it never would have been posted. What's good for the goose should be good for the gander. BF you claim comments are subject to approval so follow your own rules.
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
5/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
5/ 5
Level of Challenge
5/ 5
Storyline
5/ 5
If you haven't played this series yet, you don't need a long drawn out boring review. Just buy it and enjoy! This is another excellent Christmas Wonderland! One of the few games that deserves 10 stars. The new music is PERFECT!! And the hidden snowman is a great addition. Thank you Casual Arts! Can't wait until next year!
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
5/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
5/ 5
Level of Challenge
4/ 5
Storyline
1/ 5
This series is always fun to play. This version has a lot of new additions to gameplay that were a pleasant surprise. The puzzles seem to rotate more often but there is still too many mahjong puzzles. Sometimes I would get 3 in a row....too much. The storyline is never worth reading IMO and the character is boring. This game doesn't need a storyline...game play alone is worth buying this game
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
1/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
1/ 5
Level of Challenge
1/ 5
Storyline
1/ 5
Those 3 star reviewers are being overly generous. There is absolutely nothing fun about this game. The graphic quality is terrible and the storyline is boring. Couldn't even finish the demo. Don't waste your time or money/credits.