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- Average Rating:4.5
- Helpful Votes:745
- Reviews Submitted:49
- First Review:December 22, 2011
- Most Recent Review:March 13, 2018
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Emily's big day approaches in this all-new Time Management experience!
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
A great TM game with a pretty nice storyline
PostedApril 18, 2015
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Time Management
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
5
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5
Okay, full disclosure: I have played the game previous to this one on mobile and that's when I jumped on the Delicious bandwagon.
I have tried the Diner Dash games, and a year ago, I bought Emily's Taste of Fame for my mobile device, but it didn't suit me at the time. When BF put out the Delicious games, curiosity got the better of me and I played the mobile game Emily's True Love before getting to this one. I have to admit that unlike the Dash games, this series is a bit better paced and I really enjoyed the storyline.
In this one, Emily and her fiance Patrick are getting married, and you have to help Emily prepare for the wedding. Emily has to meet his mother-in-law, who constantly reminds Patrick of an old flame. She then learns of an old Irish tradition of throwing a penny in a well for good luck before the wedding, and therefore travels to Ireland. She then meets the ex, who still believes that she has a chance with Patrick.
I loved the dialog (that you do have to read, no voiceovers) between the characters, and I already have a favorite character: Emily's best friend Francoise. He's a hoot. One other thing I liked about this game is that it shows the emotions of the characters. And, in some scenes, when Emily is sad, she doesn't automatically put a smile on her face as soon as the day starts. She works the entire day with a sad face. The downside is that she also seems a bit slower as well.
Like the previous games, Emily works in 5 different restaurants. And if you've played the previous games, that darn little mouse follows her to each and every one! Unlike the previous games, this one has no achievements, so this time around, I wasn't too worried about getting gold on each round.
Like I said before, Emily works in 5 different restaurants. However, unlike the previous games in which you worked 10 days in each restaurant (for a total of 50 levels), this one has 5 episodes per restaurant, each with 2 days and 1 bonus level (with no mouse) per episode for a total of 75 levels. That's a lot of game play! Plus, you can replay each level to get a higher score. In the bonus levels, if you reach the target score, you get to "invite" one of Emily's friends to the wedding. Her friends are characters from both the Wedding game and previous games.
This game offers 3 levels: beginner, normal, and hard. Although I've played the normal levels on my mobile device, I found that I had to play the beginner levels on the PC version, because I wasn't that fast with my mouse. Even still, the beginner level was still pretty challenging as the game progressed.
I would highly recommend this game to anyone who enjoys TM games, but doesn't want to deal with having to place customers in seats by color. These customers seat themselves, but you will get a bonus if you ring up 2 or more customers at a time.
Oh, and one more thing. A couple of reviewers mentioned having to service both Emily's and Patrick's customers. That is true only for the first few episodes that take place in her restaurant. In the other episodes, Emily works by herself. Sadly, BF only carries the last three games in the Delicious series. If you really want to play the entire series, I would suggest checking out the previous games either for your mobile device or on the developer's website.
I recommend this game!
Shadows-kidnappers have arrived! Unravel the mystery of the Shadows and free the town from their dreadful fears!
Overall rating
3
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5
6 of 8 found this review helpful
Not my type of game
PostedMarch 17, 2015
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Time Management, Puzzle
Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
4
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5
I have to admit that I didn't get too far into the demo before quitting. The game didn't grab me. It was definitely different than what I'm used to playing, and that's why I decided to try it out. But, it just didn't hold my interest for too long.
The good side: the graphics were great on my computer and they were completely different from what you normally see. The level of challenge was good; I had to use the map to see where actions were needed. And the hint system was pretty decent.
I wanted to like this game, but the storyline didn't grab my interest. I did like the idea of using a helper, but I didn't have to use him very often. I didn't come across too many HO puzzles, and the mini games weren't too difficult.
While this game didn't hold my attention for too long, it is an adventure game that some may enjoy. I recommend trying it out for yourself to see if it suits you.
I recommend this game!
Depression... You are looking for light, but darkness already has you... Your soul is engulfed by THE EMPTINESS!
Overall rating
5
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5
0 of 1 found this review helpful
One Scary Game
PostedFebruary 11, 2015
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Puzzle
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
**BASED ON DEMO**
I have to admit that I didn't even get through the first half of the demo before I quit the game. That being said, I won't be able to fully review this game. However, I do plan on purchasing it.
This game is definitely NOT for the faint of heart. If you don't like horror movies because you consider them too frightening, then stay away from this game. If you enjoy the jump scares that you get from horror movies, then you will love the jump scares in this game. I encountered 3 jump scares within the first 30 minutes of playing late at night and that's why I had to quit. On the other hand, if you're the type of person who laughs while others scream in the theater, then you'll be fine and this game won't scare you, but it may creep you out a little.
From what I did gather in the short time I played, the game mechanics aren't too difficult. You are given a short tutorial which is pretty easy to master. This game doesn't play like your average HOP/Adventure game. There is no adventure here.
What I can comment on, though is that the graphics are really superb and the transition from live actors to computer game are outstanding. Usually when a game uses a live actor in a scene, you can tell when that scene changes to CGI. However, in this game, the transition seems seamless. The only way you know of the transition is when you see your cursor.
I haven't heard any music, so I don't know if there is any later in the game. IMO, the music isn't needed. The silence is enough to amp up the creepy factor.
Because this isn't an adventure game, there is no storyline. There is a hint system that is easy to use. You click on a question mark next to the object you are to find, and it'll give you a clue first before giving you the answer.
I would only recommend this game to those who are okay with horror movies. BUT, this is definitely not a game for kids under 14.
I recommend this game!
Without warning, a group of mysterious figures arrives and reduces your village to flames and rubble. What do they want... and who is controlling them?
Overall rating
5
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5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
Another Mad Head Gem!
PostedJanuary 3, 2015
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, 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
5
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5
When I saw that this was another game from the developers Mad Head, I knew that I had to get the CE. Why? Because Mad Head knows how to give you a bang for your buck.
This game has everything that Mad Head is known for: an excellent storyline, visually stunning graphics, an awesome soundtrack. And what's more, you get a CE that is packed full of goodies such as: a jigsaw puzzle, collectible flames, morphing objects within the HOS, achievements, a bonus chapter, and a bonus card game.
In addition to a great storyline, you have wonderful voice actors. This time, it seemed like the actors were Scottish, but I could be wrong on that. They definitely sounded like they were from the UK, though. And the music, although not my favorite, was very appropriate. It reminded me of a warrior's theme.
The game play itself was not too difficult, but it wasn't too hard, either. Although, some of the HO puzzles did take me a while to finish; my favorite one was, though, was the character's mother singing her a lullaby.
There is a journal, a warp map, but no helper.
For me, this ranks high up there with the developer's previous games like Nevertales and Credenza. It's definitely a must buy.
I recommend this game!
Bring an end to Mr. Dudley's reign of terror!
Overall rating
4
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
A wonderful ending to a story!
PostedJanuary 3, 2015
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Puzzle
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
Storyline
5
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5
I have to admit, I'm not the biggest fan of the Weird Park trilogy. But, I did enjoy the game play and the level of challenge that the games offered.
This third game finishes the story of Louis Ganauch (sp) and also gives you more information on Mr. Dudley. It also gave Mr. Dudley a voice because he does yell at you verbally instead of his usual grunts.
The graphics were, as usual, visually stunning and shows the developers wonderful imagination. What I like best about this game as opposed to the first two, is that you finally get to know Louis' story and how he came to be. I actually felt bad for the man. In this installment, he's not the evil clown that we came to know, but a sad man who just wanted to be loved. And it took one little boy to make him remember that.
When you finish the game, it immediately jumps into a bonus chapter that goes back in time and gives the story of who Mr. Dudley is. He was actually a little man (more like an imp to me) who wants you to guess his name. It reminded me of Rumpelstiltskin, and I wouldn't have been surprised if that was his name (but it's not). Although the main game wraps up the storyline of the trilogy, the bonus chapter kind of acts as a prequel.
As I said before, the game is visually stunning. I really don't pay much attention to the music, so I can't comment on that. The game has a good level of challenge: not too hard, and not too easy. My only complaint is that there was a lot of walking back and forth and there was no map.
All in all, I do recommend this game for fans of the Weird Park trilogy. However, if you haven't played the first two yet, then I recommend not starting with this game. While each game has it's own storyline, this trilogy is best played in order.
I recommend this game!
Submerge into the unique deep-sea world with your amusing aquatic buddies that will never let you feel bored in Fishdom: Depths of Time.
Overall rating
5
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5
20 of 23 found this review helpful
I have never played a Match-3 quite like this one!
PostedDecember 29, 2014
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle
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
***THIS REVIEW IS BASED ON A PREVIOUS BETA TEST***
First of all, let me say that I usually review a game AFTER completing it. However, this is the first time I am reviewing it after a beta test demo.
That said, Fishdom is the first Match 3 game I had played that was different from all the rest. I really liked that I could "earn" money by completing a level and decorate an aquarium. But what really got to me was how interactive the fish were. I thought it was adorable!
I played the whole 2-hour demo and got up to level 20 or so. So I do know that the levels do get more difficult as you progress. I also liked how the decorations were themed.
On my computer, the graphics were sharp, clear, and very colorful. I'm usually not into cartoonish graphics, but that is how Playrix does their games, and it's done in a cute way.
I would recommend this game for anyone who enjoys Match 3 games. And, now that I know what the game entails, I have already bought it and am ready to create my own history-themed aquarium.
I recommend this game!
Breaking news – Casey's father has gone missing on a remote island that carries a curse! Help Casey overcome the obstacles and solve this mystery!
Overall rating
3
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5
4 of 4 found this review helpful
Good story, but OK game.
PostedDecember 26, 2014
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
3
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5
This game has a decent storyline, but the time frame was extremely confusing. The character you play dresses like she's from the 1950s or 60s. However, throughout the game, you see "ghosts" that are dressed more modern, and there are newspaper articles that you will find that are dated from 1965 up until 2013. So, I'm not sure when this game takes place.
The game itself wasn't too exciting and eventually I was waiting for it to end. One thing that many will like is that there isn't a whole lot of backtracking and there is a jump map. The map you see is related only to a few scenes and once you move on, you don't need to go back.
There weren't too many HO scenes, which I personally like, but the ones that they do have were OK. The mini puzzles range from easy to challenging, but they can be skipped. I only used the hint a couple of times, but it wasn't extremely helpful.
While the graphics were great on my laptop, the voice acting was okay at best. However, what really got my goat were all the grammatical errors in both the verbal dialog and in the diary. Even the voice actors who read their lines verbatim read the errors as well.
All in all, it was a decent game, but I can't see myself replaying it any time soon.
I recommend this game!
Everyone deserves a second chance – even the stingiest of them all.
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 3 found this review helpful
My Favorite Holiday Story in a Game
PostedDecember 4, 2014
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Puzzle
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
Storyline
5
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5
I love Christmas. Since I was a kid, I have seen several versions of A Christmas Carol and it remains one of my favorite holiday stories. So I had to get this game.
As someone who is quite familiar with the story, I loved the idea of being able to "redo" Scrooge's life and give him a happy ending.
This game was a wonderful adaptation of the original story. In addition to the Ghosts of Christmases Past, Present, and Future, the game also includes some key settings of the original story. For example, in his past, you set things right with the woman he loved. In his Present, you help Tiny Tim and do several good deeds. As for his Future, you get to rewrite it.
I loved how at the beginning you are introduced to both sides of Scrooge's "conscience" as Good Scrooge and Evil Scrooge. Of course, the Scrooge we all know is a result of the events that Evil Scrooge had set into place in the past. I know most people don't like helpers, but I did like having Good Scrooge as my helper. It was fun watching him animate inanimate objects. He would get real excited when his help was needed.
Overall, the game was a visual blessing. The soundtrack was appropriate for the game, although it wasn't looped throughout the entire game. There were times where there was no music at all.
One thing that I loved the most was that there was a jump map. Not only did it take you from one place to another, but it let you know if there was something that needed to be done in that location. The map proved very helpful because there was a lot of backtracking. However, the map only showed locations that were relevant to where you were. Meaning, if you were in the present, you only saw locations in the present. You couldn't go back into the past or visit locations in the future.
The HOPs were not too difficult, and many of the mini games were pretty straightforward. They weren't too challenging, but they weren't significantly easy either. As for the length of the game, I was able to finish it in one afternoon, about 4-5 hours. That was surprising to me because it seemed longer.
I highly recommend this game for anyone who loves a good story, a good game, and for those who are fans of the holiday story A Christmas Carol.
I recommend this game!
Defuse a toxic plot and reveal the truth behind Kate Drew's death!
Overall rating
5
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5
42 of 45 found this review helpful
A game that may bring tears to your eyes
PostedOctober 25, 2014
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, 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
5
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5
My 16yo daughter and I have been a fan of Nancy Drew for the longest time and have played all of her games. This game is definitely different from all the others.
What first intrigued me about this game was the fact that we finally get to know more about Nancy's mother, Kate Drew. During the game, we learn that Kate was a journalist who became a spy for a Scottish organization. We also learn that her death may not have been an accident. Nancy gets a weird call from an unknown source that sends her packing to Scotland.
Now, in earlier Nancy Drew games, Nancy learns quite a bit about the city or country that she travels to. Although she is given some information about Scotland, most of the information focuses on her mother. While in Scotland, Nancy learns that her mother was instrumental in preventing a bio-terrorist attack on the city of Glasgow.
The characters you meet are very interesting and, as usual, they are all hiding something. Of course, you have to decide who's on your side especially since you're told not to trust anyone. The game play itself is non-linear, so you can do quite a bit of exploring. However, there are somethings that you may not be able to do until you are tasked with them.
There are two levels of play: Amateur and Master detective. You are given a task list for both modes, but the Amateur list does offer hints. You also have a cell phone and can call people. You will also receive text messages, some of which are pretty funny and have nothing to do with the game play whatsoever, but it's always a good idea to check your messages when you get them.
Because this is a straight, point-and-click first person Adventure game, THERE ARE NO HIDDEN OBJECT SCENES! There are puzzles to solve that do range from pretty simple to downright challenging; and they are harder on the Master Detective level. There are also achievements to obtain. If you do play on the Amateur level, you can earn an achievement if you don't use the in-game hints.
One thing I did find different about this game is that it is one that may bring some to tears. During her adventure, Nancy also deals with her mother's death and her memories, as does her father. Those who have lost a loved one may relate to what she feels. And finally, her letter at the end, where she recaps her adventure, does have some heart-wrenching moments.
All in all, I really loved this game and would highly recommend it to anyone who is a fan of adventure games.
I recommend this game!
Sinister thrills await you in this gorgeously dark and unsettling real-life ghost story from New Orleans’ shadowy history!
Overall rating
5
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
An awesome game
PostedJuly 16, 2013
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Strategy, Brain Teaser, Puzzle
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
Storyline
5
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5
I just finished playing Deadtime Stories, and felt very satisfied. I loved everything about the game including the visuals, music, and the storyline.
Unlike most games where you have some relation to the main character, in this game, you are a visitor who's being told a story. However, you also get to relive that story as well.
The story is about a young Voodoo Priestess in Louisiana named Jesse Bodeen. You follow her tale and in doing so, perform tasks that also include casting spells. I must warn you, though, that this story takes place during a time when slavery was still a big part of American history. So much so, that part of the dialog will reflect the negative sentiments of a rich, white woman towards Jesse. You will also see the ghost of a lynching victim still hanging from a tree (but one of your tasks is to free that spirit). If that part of American history deeply disturbs you, then this game may not be to your liking.
Game play wasn't too difficult, and the hint system is unique. If you require a hint during a HOS, then a circle will highlight the item for you. If you need a hint during game play, then your "host" Edward gives you clues as to what to do without giving you the complete answer. The hints charge up pretty quick and I haven't encountered a click penalty in the hidden object scenes.
What impressed me most was the voice acting. It was excellent! The actors truly sounded like they were from the time period and it gave the characters an authentic feel to them. As far as the music goes, it suits the mood pretty good. It gives it the right aura without making the game seem way too creepy or scary.
In general, I highly recommend this game. However, because of the time period that it takes place, some scenes may not be suitable for young children. The game currently does not have a rating, but I wouldn't recommend it to anyone under 13.
I recommend this game!