CalifDreaming's Profile
 
 
 
Stat Summary
 
  • Average Rating:
    4.2
  • Helpful Votes:
    324
 
  • Reviews Submitted:
    20
  • First Review:
    November 25, 2011
  • Most Recent Review:
    July 29, 2023
  • Featured reviews
    0
 
 
CalifDreaming's Review History
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Story-driven time management game about raising a dragon!
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
5 of 6 found this review helpful
Level 10 Repaired!
PostedJuly 29, 2023
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CalifDreaming
fromGive me hot sunny days anytime
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Mahjong, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
OK
3 / 5
Storyline 
Excellent
5 / 5
I was among the many who weren't able to continue because of Level 10. It has been repaired & I've just finished Level 40 w/out any more glitches. It's another enjoyable game by Big City Lab. I can't wait for the next game in this series. I always play untimed so there wasn't the challenge that is faced by players who prefer timed. Also, it's not dark & violent as some games. Relaxing game for unwinding & stress relief.
I recommend this game!
+4points
5of 6voted this as helpful.
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
17 of 18 found this review helpful
Enjoyable
PostedFebruary 22, 2023
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CalifDreaming
fromGive me hot sunny days anytime
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Mahjong, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Good
4 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
A lot like other travel HOG games however there are a few different mini games & some we're used to seeing. Just a good way to relax. Other reviewers have offered their opinions & I agree. I did turn off the music however there is still the sound effects & that is OK. Be sure to try it, it might just catch your fancy.
I recommend this game!
+16points
17of 18voted this as helpful.
 
Surprise and adventure await Ragnar on a long journey home!
 
Overall rating 
Disliked it.
2 / 5
11 of 14 found this review helpful
Level 39
PostedFebruary 22, 2023
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CalifDreaming
fromGive me hot sunny days anytime
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Mahjong, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor 
OK
3 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
OK
3 / 5
Level of Challenge 
OK
3 / 5
Storyline 
OK
3 / 5
I've always enjoyed this series however this story/series w/b my last. For the mini game of 16 square tic tac toe & all the other mini games, there is no "skip" button. Maybe it's just me, however there were reviews under CE edition that also noted the tic tac toe mini game. Please developers give us "old" people a "skip" button. If not, this w/b adios for me. Except for this, I did enjoy the game.
I don't recommend this game.
+8points
11of 14voted this as helpful.
 
It’s all hands on deck when an earthquake hits Coastland!
 
Overall rating 
Liked it!
4 / 5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
Like Rescue Team, but different
PostedOctober 18, 2021
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CalifDreaming
fromGive me hot sunny days anytime
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Good
4 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
Almost didn't try it, but thought what the heck. Yes, it is like the Rescue Team series, but it is different as the bldgs. need product/raw mat'l. to work. 1 bldg. is a dog food store because the dog needs food to work. Yes, you need to keep bldg. & destroying bldgs. to get thru a level. The negative is that they don't give you the "finish" or "replay" automatically. I've played the "Crown of the Empire" series from 8 Floor Games & this is so different. Always try the demo, you just might like it.
I recommend this game!
+3points
3of 3voted this as helpful.
 
A new time management adventure with your favorite Gnomes! Help the queen defeat the Sea Overlord and rescue her friends!
 
Overall rating 
Disliked it.
2 / 5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Level 28 did me in
PostedJanuary 16, 2021
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CalifDreaming
fromGive me hot sunny days anytime
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Mahjong, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor 
OK
3 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
OK
3 / 5
Level of Challenge 
OK
3 / 5
Storyline 
OK
3 / 5
Along w/so many others, I was happy to see another in the Gnomes Garden series. While playing I did feel as though I was playing another in the Crown of the Empire series. Game is enjoyable however I am unable to deal w/the raccoons same as the others. I tried 3 times, no joy. If the developers would fix it I would like to finish it otherwise, I do not recommend this game as is.
+1point
1of 1voted this as helpful.
 
It’s never been easier to get into painting! Avoid purchasing expensive painting supplies and making a mess.
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
33 of 36 found this review helpful
Thank you, thank you, thank you!
PostedJanuary 10, 2020
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CalifDreaming
fromGive me hot sunny days anytime
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Mahjong, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
I'm so pleased that there is a 3rd "Paint By Numbers" game. The "paintings" are quite pleasing AND if the player needs to leave before their "painting" is done, it is SAVED! Yes, I know the background can be difficult at times & that it isn't always easy to find that last area or 2 to be painted, but the player can always go to the next color or use a hint. As w/any game, one size does not fit all. Try it 1st, that's what so great w/the free trial.
I recommend this game!
+30points
33of 36voted this as helpful.
 
Rainbow Pixel is a colorful puzzle game where you create your own gallery of beautiful images!
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
31 of 70 found this review helpful
Love this new Pixel game
PostedNovember 14, 2019
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CalifDreaming
fromGive me hot sunny days anytime
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Mahjong, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
The developer must have read my mind. I really enjoy the fact that so far all the "boards" have been different shapes. I also like that the number to be "colored" is the ONLY number that is dark. They also advance the next color screen after all colors on 1st screen are finished. I'm still on the 1st "Item" in the list of 5, have to make myself stop after a couple. I certainly hope there w/b more coming in. Again, 1st try a game before buying it. BTW I'm loving all the animals I've done so far. Enjoy.
I recommend this game!
-8points
31of 70voted this as helpful.
 
Alice has arrived in Wonderland and she needs your help. Join her on a breathtaking time management adventure!
 
Overall rating 
Liked it!
4 / 5
8 of 9 found this review helpful
Modern take on Alice in Wonderland
PostedNovember 14, 2019
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CalifDreaming
fromGive me hot sunny days anytime
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Mahjong, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Good
4 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
OK
3 / 5
Level of Challenge 
OK
3 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
I understand why some players were less than happy w/this game. Yes, it is the standard Time Mgmt Game doing the same thing as others however this is telling the story of a young girl who was bored w/the book. In her dream she discovers what the story really is. I've not gotten too far but I'm enjoying it. As w/any game, 1st give it a try before buying. The only "con" I have is that the player doesn't know what level they're playing so they can make notes. BTW WHO is casting a shadow in Wonderland, don't you want to know? lol
I recommend this game!
+7points
8of 9voted this as helpful.
 
Celebrate Halloween and visit the spookiest places in the world, complete tricky nonograms, and have fun with the Walker family!
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
Different than usual
PostedOctober 30, 2019
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CalifDreaming
fromGive me hot sunny days anytime
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Mahjong, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management, Word
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
I always enjoy the "Travel Mosaics" series as they tell about each location, interesting tidbits. For Halloween they did it differently. I already knew of some places, but others I did not. Yes, some of the puzzles at the end of each location are difficult so I just pass on them. BTW, the flying bat only occurs on the 1st location. Give the game a try, you just might like it. It is Halloween after all.
I recommend this game!
+3points
3of 3voted this as helpful.
 
Painting has never been easier! No need to stress about what color to choose, just relax and enjoy!
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
43 of 46 found this review helpful
Stained Glass/Paint By Numbers
PostedOctober 17, 2019
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CalifDreaming
fromGive me hot sunny days anytime
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Mahjong, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
I'm still enjoying the differences between Pixel Art & Paint By Numbers by this developer. Yes, this is different from the Pixel Art series. This is a Paint By Numbers as on a canvas or a Stained Glass crafting kit where a person can only apply paint w/in the soldered areas. This a a change of pace from Pixel Art & they have a "Hint" button if needed. As w/any game, give it a try as you just might like it. One size does not fit all. lol
I recommend this game!
+40points
43of 46voted this as helpful.