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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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Travel back in time to help stop a terrible fire that started Felicia down her evil path in PuppetShow: Return to Joyville!
Overall rating
5
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5
4 of 4 found this review helpful
A perfect end to a wonderful story
PostedMay 19, 2012
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy, 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
I normally don't purchase Collector's Editions, but I'm glad to have purchased this one. The moment I played the first PuppetShow game, I was hooked on the storyline. This game gave it the perfect ending.
In the previous 3 PuppetShow games, you are battling Felicia. However, in this last installment, she asks for your help. She takes you back in time to her childhood to try and prevent the fire that caused her disfigurement. You meet her father and help him save little Felicia. You also discover the culprit behind the fire.
As with the previous PuppetShow games, the visuals are stunning and the robotic characters are a bit creepy. The sound quality is excellent and the voice acting is superb. The thing I liked the most is that when the characters spoke, their mouths moved liked that of a real person. Meaning, you could actually see the mouths forming the words. That is highly unusual in a video game with English dialog. Most games I've seen usually has the characters with generic mouth movements, no mouth movements, or their mouth moves to resemble that of another language.
As far as the game play is concerned, the game takes a decent amount of time to complete. It's not too short, but it's not too long either. The level of challenge is also satisfying. It's not too easy, but it's not too hard as well. You may need to consult a walkthrough a couple of times, but you won't need it to hold your hand throughout the entire game. I did need the walkthrough a couple of times because at one point I had missed an important piece of a puzzle, and another time I couldn't figure out how to solve a minigame. There is a bit of back and forth, but not so much that it becomes tedious.
The ending is a satisfying one as well. However, with the bonus game, it takes you a bit beyond the ending because, as Felicia warns in the beginning of the game, 'when you change the past, you change the future.' The bonus game is based on the changes made to the future, which you have to put back to rights and capture the culprit once again. It adds about an hour extra worth of game play.
Overall, this game is, in my opinion, a perfect ending to the PuppetShow story.
I recommend this game!
Save Oz from the evil Victor Vile! Team up with the Scarecrow, Tinman, and the Lion and use their powers to overcome obstacles!
Overall rating
4
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5
14 of 14 found this review helpful
A decent game based on the story
PostedApril 27, 2012
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Strategy, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
5
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5
This is definitely one of those games that you play to pass the time and not use a lot of brain power. That being said...
I liked this game. It is a bit on the short side, but the storyline and graphics make up for it. The voice acting was good, and I am glad for the voice overs. There was also some humor in the dialog. The graphics were superb.
As for the game itself, it was a bit on the easy side. There is almost no need for a walkthrough (although, I did need it at one point because I didn't realize that I had missed a step), and the map tells you where all the hidden object scenes are when they are active. TIP: when you get to an HO scene, try to memorize as many of the objects as you can, because each time you return to the scene, their placement never changes.
There are a few mini games here and there, but those are pretty simple as well once you get the hang of it. I also like the fact that you can use the characters for their special abilities as well. The game is pretty linear and you only return to a scene no more than twice.
Overall, it is a good game for those who enjoy the Wizard of Oz story.
I recommend this game!
Nicole Bonnet is a young, but experienced, FBI agent. Help her track a dangerous serial killer across two continents!
Overall rating
5
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5
35 of 37 found this review helpful
Wonderful Adventure Game
PostedApril 21, 2012
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Strategy, 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
This is a third-person POV game. Not my favorite type as I prefer first-person POV, but a great game nonetheless. You play as Nicole Bonnet, an American FBI agent tracking down a criminal that the FBI believes has moved from the USA to Paris, France.
The graphics are really good, and the voice acting is satisfactory. While the mouths move, they don't follow along with the actual words being said. Meaning, you'll still see their mouths move even when the character is done talking. This game is a bit dark, but IMO, it is the kind of game best played in the dark. You tend to see everything better that way.
This is not an easy game for me, but thankfully there is an excellent walkthrough. While BFG does not provide one, there is a link to one in the forum.
There are some humorous parts of dialog, but what I didn't like was the Inspector's blatant disregard for women in authority and Nicole calling him a Frog. Fortunately, that doesn't take away from the game; in fact, the Inspector's disrespect for Nicole does spur her on to do a good job. I do like the fact that the developers did include Sophie LeReux (from the Chronicles of Mysteries series) in a small scene to help out Nicole.
Unlike the later AofM games, this one is NOT a hidden object game. It is a true point-and-click adventure game and you will do a lot of walking around. However, the great thing is that if you double click, you can make Nicole run.
The game is a bit linear and Nicole won't let you move on to a new chapter (for lack of a better word) until everything is completed. Some may find the murder scenes a bit graphic and/or disturbing, but then again, murder is never pretty. And BFG does issue a warning for this.
All-in-all, this is a challenging adventure game with an interesting and will take a while to complete.
I recommend this game!
Law & Order - The Vengeful Heart
Can you direct Detective Goren to find a killer and solve a murder mystery?
Overall rating
3
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5
6 of 6 found this review helpful
It was good, but not great
PostedApril 10, 2012
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Strategy, Puzzle
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
4
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5
I bought this game because I do like the Law & Order shows. And I especially like Vincent D'Onofrio, so I was happy that he voiced his own character. However, the game was a bit too short for me.
I have played the original Law & Order game Justice is Served, and in that game, you get play the detective and then the lawyer, so you get both the Law and the Order. In The Vengeful Heart, you only get the Law.
Granted, this game is a few years old and it shows it. The rendering is a little poor in that you will sometimes see Goren's leg or other body parts 'disappear' when walking down the stairs or past another stationary object.
Also, Goren's acting wasn't up to par in the game as it is in the show. Regardless of which emotion you chose, his voice pretty much sounded the same.
And finally, once you interviewed your 'suspects', it was pretty easy to determine who the murderer was. This person was the only one who actually had a believable motive.
Overall, it is a good game, but it could be better.
I recommend this game!
Uncover a secret that lies beneath the surface of a traditional ryokan! Stop the terrifying ghost before it has its revenge!
Overall rating
5
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5
21 of 22 found this review helpful
Another Great Nancy Drew Game
PostedMarch 19, 2012
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy, 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
4
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5
I have a large collection of Nancy Drew games, both physically and those from Big Fish. My daughter and I love playing the games and she especially was excited to see Nancy Drew in Japan.
One thing I like about ND is that when she travels the world, she becomes immersed in the local culture. Shadow at the Water's Edge was no different. You travel around Japan and the puzzles are also Japanese-based. If you love Soduko, Renograms, and Nanograms, then you'll love the minigames here.
Of course, Nancy always has to have a job, and in this case, she tutors kids in English, so you'll have papers to correct.
There is a level of creepiness to the game and there was one time where I heard my daughter let out a small scream when a ghost jumped out at her. I will admit, I also jumped when I came across the same scene. However, some of the scenes and even the ghost itself reminded me of the movies "The Grudge" and "The Ring," which were originally Japanese horror movies before being remade in America.
Some of the puzzles were difficult, but otherwise challenging. Any fan of ND will know that there has never been a skip button for puzzles. That's usually found in Hidden Object Games, never point-and-click adventure games, which is what ND is. So, if you require a 'skip' button, then this game is definitely not for you.
In my opinion, the culprit was a lovable character, but their motive was a bit weak. I was also disappointed that Nancy didn't fight off the culprit, instead just gave the person a slap on the wrist and a choice. So the ending, while there were two different ones, was a bit disappointing.
Overall, this game was a great one and I would recommend it to anyone who is a Nancy Drew fan as well as anyone who's been curious about Nancy Drew or is a fan of the Japanese culture.
I recommend this game!
Search a mysterious estate and find a brilliant and mysterious inventor in Syberia, Part 1! Experience the first part of this incredible trilogy!
Overall rating
5
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5
3 of 8 found this review helpful
An awesome game with a great storyline
PostedFebruary 28, 2012
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
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
5
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5
Storyline
5
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5
This is an adventure game like no other. The story line is interesting and unique. The graphics are beautiful and it really has an authentic feel to it. The puzzles can be a bit challenging, but a walkthrough is very helpful. Although I'm personally not a fan of third person games, this game still had me immersed in the story. The voice overs are also pretty good and seem to fit the characters. This is a long game, which is great for those who don't like finishing a game in one sitting.
I recommend this game!
Work your way through puzzles and exotic locations like the Parthenon in Greece in this exotic Adventure game.
Overall rating
5
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5
44 of 50 found this review helpful
A Wonderful, Logical, Numbers Game
PostedJanuary 19, 2012
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Puzzle, Strategy
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
I first came across this type of game in a Nancy Drew adventure game. I could be wrong, but I believe that this is a game that first originated in Japan.
The object of the game is to create a picture by uncovering a certain number of squares per column and row within a box. This particular game is a collection of these number puzzles with an adventure story behind it. You are an archeologist uncovering beautiful, historical mosaics around the world.
If you haven't played this type of game before, there is a short tutorial to show you how to solve the puzzles. The puzzles are simple to learn, but not always easy to solve. It takes a lot of strategy and logic to determine which squares are to be uncovered. The puzzles start off easy enough, with the grid being 10X10. As you progress throughout the game, the puzzle grids get larger and a bit more difficult. You are given a certain amount of mistakes that you are allowed to make before the puzzle blows up. However, the best thing is that you can restart the puzzle over as many times as you choose without any penalties.
One helpful tip: when working on larger puzzles, if you find that you are one mistake away from the puzzle blowing up and you have a significant amount of the squares uncovered, take a picture with your digital camera or cell phone so that if you do make the last mistake, you won't have to guess which squares to uncover again and it'll be easier to finish the puzzle.
These puzzles are timed, but you can always go back and redo a puzzle for a faster time. Even after finishing the adventure, you can unlock extra puzzles for more fun. I can see that this game has a lot of replay value. I highly recommend this game if you really enjoy logic and number puzzles.
I recommend this game!
After overcoming the Dreamless Castle and Moonfell Wood, you have come to the rugged, mountainous snow-peaked Goblin Kingdom!
Overall rating
5
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5
16 of 19 found this review helpful
Wonderful Series
PostedJanuary 7, 2012
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Large File
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
This is a unique series. The storyline is wonderful and engrossing. At first, I thought the story would end here with the Goblin Kingdom, but no. Sophie still has more adventures ahead of her. I'm not a huge fan of fantasy, but this story had more of a fairy tale feel to it. For me, at least, I was intrigued by the story because even I found myself asking where are the humans and what happened to make them migrate.
The biggest difference in this game that sets it apart from the first two is that the puzzles are a bit more challenging, but not so much that I needed a walkthrough to solve them. That's great for me, since I tend to rely heavily on walkthroughs for some games. As a matter of fact, I rarely consulted the walkthrough for this game (only using it when I was completely stuck on a puzzle), but I did keep it open just in case.
I love the fact that there is a mixture of puzzles and HO scenes. As a matter of fact, there aren't too many traditional HO opportunities, which may upset some people. You still have to find clues and objects, but many times you're told to find a certain number of the same items.
An added bonus to this game that the first two don't have is the fact that you now have achievements to try to obtain during the game. They don't take away from the game, but it is nice knowing that you can solve several HO scenes in under 8 minutes without hints or skipping puzzles or finish a chapter in less than 90 minutes.
Overall, the graphics are beautifully drawn, the characters are great, and the music is lovely and not overbearing. I'm glad I bought the first three so far, and I am anxiously awaiting for the next installment in the series. Sophie's story isn't over yet.
I recommend this game!
Famed writer Nathaniel Hawthorne has died during a freak storm, and his spirit comes to you for help!
Overall rating
5
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5
52 of 59 found this review helpful
Definite Repeat Playability
PostedDecember 22, 2011
Rooobeee
fromTracy, CA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3
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 game is one of my favorites. The graphics are great and the soundtrack fits the game wonderfully. I love how you are taken back in time during the 1800s and also in a couple of Hawthorne's novels. Not only are you trying to find out what happened to Hawthorne, but you pick up mysteries along the way and eventually save a life.
Another interesting factor is that in this game, Nathaniel Hawthorne is a friend of former President Franklin Pierce and the time period is during the Lincoln administration. It would be interesting to know if Hawthorne's and Pierce's friendship in the game has some historical fact to it or if it was just a fictional pairing for the story.
All in all, this is a great game with repeat playability due to the awards that can be won throughout the game. It's also interesting that there is a bonus HO game that can be played after collecting 50 clovers during the regular game play. For that reason, I'm playing the game for a third time. Each time, the HO scenes are a little different. The puzzles aren't that difficult, but they aren't easy either. While you can pretty much play the game without a walkthrough, it does become helpful when trying to find all the clovers.
I recommend this game!