sandebeach's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:4.4
- Helpful Votes:3,821
- Reviews Submitted:57
- First Review:November 11, 2011
- Most Recent Review:March 30, 2012
- Featured reviews0
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Overall rating
5
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5
3 of 4 found this review helpful
Another win with Detective Dupin
PostedNovember 27, 2011
sandebeach
fromSouth Florida
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
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
Plus = Another interesting story line, with a slight twist, featuring one of my favorite detectives. I have enjoyed the two other games in this series, so was pleased to have a new game to play, and I hope this series continues. From the opening cutscene to the last scene of the game, the graphics were stunning, with bright colors and crisp detail. I like Hidden Object scenes, and found the HO scenes to have just the right amount of challenge, with great interactive things to do to finish the scene. I also liked having to find all the flowers to make a bouquet, and I was pleased with the ending.
Minus = The only minus for me was that I wished the game was slightly longer (but I did not want to pay the CE price for a bonus chapter, so that is my own problem!)
Minus = The only minus for me was that I wished the game was slightly longer (but I did not want to pay the CE price for a bonus chapter, so that is my own problem!)
I recommend this game!
Return once more to the haunted grounds of Ravenhearst Manor to uncover new details about this poignant saga. What you find could very well be the final chapter of this riveting story-if you escape.
Overall rating
4
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5
Interesting sequel to MCF series
PostedNovember 27, 2011
sandebeach
fromSouth Florida
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Plus = the graphics are excellent, bright and clear. Each locale and scene have different details that I enjoyed viewing. The game play is challenging, but I have played through twice now, and the second time I completed the game in under three hours. There are a variety of locales to explore, and a lot of interaction between the different locales. The comments in the MD's journal cracked me up, as did several comments when you clicked on an item in various scenes.
Minus = I miss the Hidden Object scenes! I prefer to have morphing objects in addition to the Hidden Object scenes, as done in Dire Grove. Another minus for me was the nature of the storyline, the sounds of emotional and physical abuse bothered me at times. I also thought certain scenes were quite bizarre, and I wonder about the minds of the developers!
Minus = I miss the Hidden Object scenes! I prefer to have morphing objects in addition to the Hidden Object scenes, as done in Dire Grove. Another minus for me was the nature of the storyline, the sounds of emotional and physical abuse bothered me at times. I also thought certain scenes were quite bizarre, and I wonder about the minds of the developers!
I recommend this game!
Fairway ™ Collector's Edition
Spend some time on the Fairway and take on challenging courses! Try to stay under par in this amazing Card game!
Overall rating
5
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5
57 of 69 found this review helpful
Addictive Fun Game!
PostedNovember 27, 2011
sandebeach
fromSouth Florida
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
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
Plus = In comparison to the first Fairway card game, this one is easier to play because you can earn money faster and buy extra irons to help you on the course. There are many, many courses to play, and some courses have a par of five, which makes it easier to advance. There are many options for changing the front and back of the cards. You can also buy numerous items in the Golf Shop with the golf bucks you earn. There are multiple trophies to earn, and I now have almost all of them. For those who are Facebook fans, or just want to try playing at a furious pace, there is a Fever game that gives you one minute to play as fast as you can, and you can opt to post your score on Facebook.
Minus = The humor from the golf "commentators" is not as good as in the first game, I miss that!
Minus = The humor from the golf "commentators" is not as good as in the first game, I miss that!
I recommend this game!
Fairway Solitaire
Pull out your clubs (and your diamonds, hearts and spades) and enjoy a round of Fairway Solitaire!
Overall rating
5
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5
14 of 19 found this review helpful
Fun Golf Card Game
PostedNovember 27, 2011
sandebeach
fromSouth Florida
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
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
Plus = I had heard so much about this game that I was pleased to pick it up on sale. The game is addictive fun! Many different courses to play. You must get par on a course to advance to the next course. It was easy to learn how to play, and I really like the snarky humor of the golf "commentators".
Minus = I have not been able to play the last levels, I have been replaying and replaying, but can't get par to advance!
Minus = I have not been able to play the last levels, I have been replaying and replaying, but can't get par to advance!
I recommend this game!
Experience a soothing and entirely new twist on the classic solitaire. Relax with hours of challenging and tranquil gameplay.
Overall rating
4
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5
65 of 70 found this review helpful
Loved the waterfall sounds and visuals
PostedNovember 27, 2011
sandebeach
fromSouth Florida
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board
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
Plus = This is an easy-to-play solitaire game, where you travel around America visiting different waterfall sites. The game levels are varied, and the game goes from very easy to very hard as you advance around the USA. I particularly liked the music, the waterfall and nature sounds are very soothing, and the visuals are so pretty with the falling water, so I often play a few rounds at night before I go to to bed, the game helps me to relax. The cards are large and easy to see. I particularly enjoyed the info about the different waterfall locales.
Minus = Some levels are very challenging, and you will have to replay and replay if you want to advance to the last locales
Minus = Some levels are very challenging, and you will have to replay and replay if you want to advance to the last locales
I recommend this game!
Blood and Ruby
Use ancient magic, alongside your wits, as you hunt for your missing brother in a haunting city possessed by vampires!
Overall rating
3
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5
60 of 62 found this review helpful
Relaxing Game, Vampire-Light
PostedNovember 27, 2011
sandebeach
fromSouth Florida
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Plus = Nice break from "dark'n'eerie", intense games. Graphics are cartoonish-style, but well-done, crisp, bright and clear. Has a Brightness option, and fills my wide sreen monitor without having to make any adjustments. Easy-to-follow storyline, and game flows smoothly betwen scenes. Story is set in Venice, and I enjoyed the colors/details of the different game locales. Sufficient Hidden Object scenes, and items are fairly easy to see. Puzzles are not difficult. I liked the main characters (I would like to see a sequel that includes Stratton!)
Minus = If you are looking for a hard and challenging game, this is not it
Minus = If you are looking for a hard and challenging game, this is not it
I recommend this game!
Overall rating
5
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5
86 of 96 found this review helpful
Haunted Halls was Haunting Fun
PostedNovember 11, 2011
sandebeach
fromSouth Florida
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
I was caught up in this game from the opening scenes, playing the heroine trying to save her boyfriend who is held captive in a demented sanitarium. Enjoyed the gameplay, did get stuck a few times and had to think about what to do next. The game had lots of rooms to explore, well-drawn hidden object scenes, and interesting puzzles to figure out. Looking forward to playing the sequel to this game.
I recommend this game!