sparrow1974's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:4.7
- Helpful Votes:278
- Reviews Submitted:9
- First Review:December 28, 2011
- Most Recent Review:September 22, 2015
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sparrow1974's Review History
Help zoologist Erwin track down evil poachers and save the animals of the Serengeti National Park!
Overall rating
3
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5
5 of 6 found this review helpful
Eh... It Was Decent..
PostedSeptember 22, 2015
sparrow1974
fromSomewhere in the US wishing it was winter so the triple digit heat would vanish...
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Adventure, Match 3, Strategy, Marble Popper, Word, Mahjong
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
Honestly, the monkey face made me cringe; the faces could have been slightly more authentic. The animals rescued were cute, though! :o)
The stars issue... Well, you can still get them with the 'no timer' option, but all I was able to get were 3. I don't know if you can get more or not, as my demo ended. The timer will be active on the 'no timer' option; I didn't care for that. But oh well; it didn't make a difference.
Overall, it just doesn't make me want to use my 'free game' coupon.
The stars issue... Well, you can still get them with the 'no timer' option, but all I was able to get were 3. I don't know if you can get more or not, as my demo ended. The timer will be active on the 'no timer' option; I didn't care for that. But oh well; it didn't make a difference.
Overall, it just doesn't make me want to use my 'free game' coupon.
I don't recommend this game.
Atlantic Quest 2: The New Adventures
Dive into a fantastic underwater match-3 adventure and become the Savior of the Seven Seas!
Overall rating
4
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5
3 of 4 found this review helpful
Still great, but not in all areas..
PostedMarch 13, 2014
sparrow1974
fromCan't get that song from The Little Mermaid out of my head... :oP
Skill Level:Intermediate
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
I got the first AQ when I was going through physical therapy, and it helped a lot. It's still in my 'Top 5'. :o)
This version is not better but not worse.
This version is not better but not worse.
The Good:
* Beautiful artwork - just as the first game
* New characters that also have powerup abilities
* A few challenges thrown in
* More levels to play
* Background music; I found it relaxing.
* Beautiful artwork - just as the first game
* New characters that also have powerup abilities
* A few challenges thrown in
* More levels to play
* Background music; I found it relaxing.
The Bad:
* I miss the tiles from the first game; these seem slightly smaller.
* Where's the 'breaking glass' sound? When you make a match in the first game, there was this cool shattering effect. The one here is not annoying by any means; it's just not the same.
* I miss the tiles from the first game; these seem slightly smaller.
* Where's the 'breaking glass' sound? When you make a match in the first game, there was this cool shattering effect. The one here is not annoying by any means; it's just not the same.
More pros than cons, so I can honestly recommend it. :o)
I recommend this game!
The Others
You're a top reporter in search of a missing toymaker – but this isn't child's play. Is something otherworldly responsible?
Overall rating
5
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5
9 of 18 found this review helpful
Backtrack to the Future...
PostedMarch 12, 2014
sparrow1974
fromThe 'Others' were definitely not like E.T. or Alf. :oD
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Strategy, Brain Teaser, Puzzle, Mahjong
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
This was a great game!
I didn't see the ending coming, and those images were as real as it can get.
I won't repeat the points (good or bad) to this game as other reviewers have done an excellent job of that.
This is a definite buy. :o)
I didn't see the ending coming, and those images were as real as it can get.
I won't repeat the points (good or bad) to this game as other reviewers have done an excellent job of that.
This is a definite buy. :o)
I recommend this game!
Lost Secrets: Bermuda Triangle
Dive in to the most mysterious region on Earth to find out what really happened to your great-grandmother years ago.
Overall rating
5
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5
12 of 12 found this review helpful
I had to say something... :o)
PostedJanuary 26, 2014
sparrow1974
fromSomewhere wishing I was on an adventure of my own...
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Family, Word, Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Strategy, Brain Teaser, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I wanted to add another positive review for this game.
I've played this so many times, I almost feel as if I'm in the story! I would love to have an adventure such as this.
Yes, it's not exactly challenging, but not every game has to be. Instead, it's relaxing, a great escape, and has included trivia on famous ships of the past. :o)
I've played this so many times, I almost feel as if I'm in the story! I would love to have an adventure such as this.
Yes, it's not exactly challenging, but not every game has to be. Instead, it's relaxing, a great escape, and has included trivia on famous ships of the past. :o)
I recommend this game!
Action Ball 2
Action Ball 2 features all new enemy robots and eye-dazzling stages! Can you handle the hottest brick-busting action you`ve ever seen?
Overall rating
5
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5
54 of 60 found this review helpful
Wonderful!
PostedMarch 21, 2012
sparrow1974
fromTexas
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
3
/
5
This game is awesome! Very addictive!
I don't normally play/purchase this genre of game, but I highly recommend this one!
It's a "paddle ball" game where you reflect the fireball. Your paddle/ship has a really wide reflector with bent ends that helps when the ball gets stuck in the back and forth motion and you need it to go bounce off the sides of the frame around the playing field.
You control the brightness, the mouse speed, and the type of screen you use - full or windowed. It has several resolutions to choose from if you choose windowed.
There are other paddles/ships to unlock and several levels to play. Try to catch the falling reward coins.
You are given your statistics at the end of each round.
There are surprises that are challenging but not enough to make you throw the computer out the window. You learn fast what to avoid. This game is aptly labeled an arcade game; it has great graphics and sounds.
Thank you BFG! :o)
I don't normally play/purchase this genre of game, but I highly recommend this one!
It's a "paddle ball" game where you reflect the fireball. Your paddle/ship has a really wide reflector with bent ends that helps when the ball gets stuck in the back and forth motion and you need it to go bounce off the sides of the frame around the playing field.
You control the brightness, the mouse speed, and the type of screen you use - full or windowed. It has several resolutions to choose from if you choose windowed.
There are other paddles/ships to unlock and several levels to play. Try to catch the falling reward coins.
You are given your statistics at the end of each round.
There are surprises that are challenging but not enough to make you throw the computer out the window. You learn fast what to avoid. This game is aptly labeled an arcade game; it has great graphics and sounds.
Thank you BFG! :o)
I recommend this game!
Hello Venice
Help Adda and Ciro solve a mystery and restore a garden to its former beauty in Hello Venice, an amazing Match 3 game!
Overall rating
5
/
5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Love this game!
PostedMarch 2, 2012
sparrow1974
fromTexas
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Strategy, Puzzle, Mahjong
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
This is a cute game. It's the type of Match 3 that is click and drag but I like that. And it's fun to get as many tiles as you can in a line. The colors are vivid and it includes a time management side game that lets you earn more cash to buy objects for your garden.
I highly recommend this game!
I highly recommend this game!
I recommend this game!
Otherworld: Spring of Shadows
Use a mystical locket to explore a magical world and save a young girl in Other world: Spring of Shadows!
Overall rating
5
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5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
WOW!!!
PostedMarch 2, 2012
sparrow1974
fromTexas
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Strategy, Puzzle, Mahjong
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
This game was beautiful and that doesn't even sum it up! The visuals were stunning and rich and I wanted to jump through the screen... The games were challenging enough but not so hard as to make me pull my hair out or throw the laptop out the window... Only one or two hidden object scenes and they didn't include tiny objects... I liked using the map and the awards you get along the way.
Thank you BIG FISH for this game!!!
Thank you BIG FISH for this game!!!
I recommend this game!
Hidden Expedition ®: Titanic
It is your job to explore the wreckage of this once-majestic ship and collect antique artifacts for the Titanic Museum.
Overall rating
5
/
5
186 of 228 found this review helpful
SWEEEET!
PostedJanuary 25, 2012
sparrow1974
fromTexas
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
I actually purchased this game a while back ago and thoroughly enjoyed it. But I have gotten a different laptop since then. So I am currently installing it again. (I am grateful that we can install them over and over once we purchase them!)
I enjoyed it. The scenes were clear and beautiful. The jewels were nice. I wanted to be the diver...haha.
I recommend this game for anyone who appreciates beauty and a relaxing game that won't drive you crazy.
Thank you BFG!
I enjoyed it. The scenes were clear and beautiful. The jewels were nice. I wanted to be the diver...haha.
I recommend this game for anyone who appreciates beauty and a relaxing game that won't drive you crazy.
Thank you BFG!
I recommend this game!
House of 1000 Doors: Family Secrets Collector's Edition
Guide Kate Reed as she solves four mind-bending mysteries that take her to worlds she's never imagined!
Overall rating
5
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5
5 of 6 found this review helpful
Wowweeee!
PostedDecember 28, 2011
sparrow1974
fromTexas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Mahjong, Strategy
Current Favorite:
House of 1000 Doors: Family Secrets Collector's Edition
(278)Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
This is my first review. And that says something about this game because I've gotten lots of games through this website. This one was very cool. Everything about it was awesome! The hidden objects weren't so tiny & hard to find that I had to get a magnifying glass to hold up to the screen. And I only had to skip 2 of the mini games, but that's due to my impatience every once in a while. (giggle) Way to go BIG FISH!!!
I recommend this game!