swissraven's Profile
 
 
 
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  • Average Rating:
    4.4
  • Helpful Votes:
    1,274
 
  • Reviews Submitted:
    29
  • First Review:
    May 19, 2012
  • Most Recent Review:
    May 22, 2014
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Olivia has been kidnapped by the mysterious Lonely Hearts Killer who murders those suffering from a shattered love. Save her!
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
77 of 87 found this review helpful
5 stars all the way!
PostedNovember 18, 2012
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swissraven
fromSwitzerland
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Excellent
5 / 5
Playing only 30 minutes of the demo prompted me to buy.
Set in 19th century London, the quality of this game is comparable to some of the top notch large file adventure games, but with the ease of use and features that appeal to most people, like interactive hidden object scenes, not too hard mini puzzle, a hint and skip button.
If you love that genre, you will love this game.
Fantastic movie like intro, excellent dialogues and voice overs, spot on music.
Getting 3 game modes, a bonus game, extras, a detailed map (depending on what game mode you play), and a great guide means this game has everything one could wish for.
I highly recommend it.
I recommend this game!
+67points
77of 87voted this as helpful.
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
63 of 73 found this review helpful
Another ERS Games winner!
PostedNovember 15, 2012
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swissraven
fromSwitzerland
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Good
4 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
I absolutely loved this game as it has all the ingredients required to make it a fun experience.
As usual, ERS Games have not disappointed.
The amount of details to look at in every scene is a welcome challenge, the mini games are interesting, the music ominous and matching the general gloomy atmosphere of the game rather well.
3 play modes which you can change at any time, a detailed strategy guide, good graphics and voice overs make this latest game from ERS unmissable....and how not to love the return of the "little guy"....play it and see ;)
I recommend this game!
+53points
63of 73voted this as helpful.
 
Investigate strange goings-on in the eerie town of Fort Nightingale!
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
85 of 95 found this review helpful
Great fun game!
PostedNovember 11, 2012
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swissraven
fromSwitzerland
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Good
4 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
Although the graphics were a touch rough and the movement between scenes a little slow, I really enjoyed this game.
There were a lot of detailed areas to investigate, morphing objects to find, a great map where you can select or deselect options, 2 game modes.
HOG's were always different, not just the classic type, but also more interactive ones which I thought were great.
The general spooky atmosphere of the game was good as well.
Nice voice overs and cut scenes.
Very good intro which closely resembles the final scene of Alien (the movie).
I recommend this game!
+75points
85of 95voted this as helpful.
 
Fight your way out of a coma by exploring your deepest memories.
 
Overall rating 
It was OK.
3 / 5
19 of 32 found this review helpful
Rather clunky game
PostedNovember 4, 2012
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swissraven
fromSwitzerland
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3
 
Current Favorite:
 
Fun Factor 
OK
3 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Poor
2 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Poor
2 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
I was a bit disappointed with this game.
I liked the storyline with the main character being in a coma and having to go back to each of her memories to undo her past mistakes, unfortunately the graphics, sound, interface and general atmosphere weren't up to scratch and ruined it for me.
The music was good and relaxing.
The game was very slow when moving from one scene to another and generally very clunky.
The HOG's were good with lots of interacting and the mini puzzles were very easy.
Hint and skip buttons recharged quickly in easy mode.
The hint button automatically took me to the scene where I had tasks to complete.
I wouldn't buy the collector's edition of this game.
I don't recommend this game.
+6points
19of 32voted this as helpful.
 
After being called to Paris, you find yourself in the middle of a shocking mystery involving an ancient werewolf hungry for revenge.
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
79 of 99 found this review helpful
ERS Games have done it again! Fantastic sequel to the Shadow Wolf Mysteries!
PostedOctober 18, 2012
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swissraven
fromSwitzerland
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Time Management
 
Current Favorite:
Sherlock Holmes VS Jack the Ripper
3.7 out of 5(73)
 
 
 
 
 
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Good
4 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
This is a fabulous new installment in the Shadow Wolf Mysteries.
Veronica goes to Paris to marry her fiancé, when she meets a werewolf.....you are called in to help capture werewolf Mephistus.
The game has fantastically detailed graphics with a lot going on in each scene, good voice overs, 3 play modes, fun HOG's and mini puzzles.
The hint button recharges relatively slowly in advanced mode.
Good strategy guide.
As usual with this dev, the game beautifully spreads across a labyrinth of scenes/rooms/situations with an enormous amount of detailing, making it a thoroughly enjoyable experience.
I recommend this game!
+59points
79of 99voted this as helpful.
 
You’re drawn into a web of deceit when your train stops in Andville, where the Black Widow lies in wait...
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
33 of 43 found this review helpful
Fantastic game!
PostedOctober 14, 2012
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swissraven
fromSwitzerland
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy
 
Current Favorite:
Sherlock Holmes VS Jack the Ripper
3.7 out of 5(73)
 
 
 
 
 
Fun Factor 
Good
4 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
Based on the demo, I thought this game was fantastic.
It has amazingly crisp and detailed graphics, real actors, a clear strategy guide.
I loved the mechanical spiders.
The journal lets you replay the video of each scene.
It has 3 play modes to choose from, quite easy hidden object scenes, good mini puzzles.
The hint button recharges quickly.
The music is good. Beautiful concept art in the extras section, and some of the wallpapers are just amazing.
I loved the general atmosphere and thought it provided good entertainment.
I recommend this game!
+23points
33of 43voted this as helpful.
 
Save Brightfield from a shocking plot by a dastardly organization!
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
68 of 78 found this review helpful
Another Mystery Trackers Winner!!! Unputdownable!!!
PostedOctober 11, 2012
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swissraven
fromSwitzerland
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Time Management
 
Current Favorite:
Sherlock Holmes VS Jack the Ripper
3.7 out of 5(73)
 
 
 
 
 
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Excellent
5 / 5
The games is this series get better and better, this latest installment is a top class game that I can only wholeheartedly recommend.
4 play modes, real actors, excellent voice overs, movie like intro, good strategy guide and help button, top level, sharp graphics with tons of detail.
The hidden object scenes are interesting, the mini puzzles can be challenging.
Fantastic interactive map with the option to re-play the videos.
Welcome additions like collecting morphing creatures and having to find tokens to be able to buy objects at the dog shop.
Finally, the game really wide screens beautifully.
This game has all that one could wish for: fun, entertainment, challenge, and all of it at such a level that you won't want to quit it for one second.
Mystery Trackers fans will not be disappointed and newcomers will fall in love with the series and will want to get the other games too.
I recommend this game!
+58points
68of 78voted this as helpful.
 
Explore the vastness of a ship lost in time, what mysteries will you uncover amidst its Mayan idols, menacing sea creatures, and exotic treasures? Find out in this exciting new Hidden Object Puzzle Adventure game on the open seas!
 
Overall rating 
It was OK.
3 / 5
14 of 33 found this review helpful
OK, but not my cup of tea
PostedOctober 4, 2012
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swissraven
fromSwitzerland
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy, Time Management
 
Current Favorite:
Sherlock Holmes VS Jack the Ripper
3.7 out of 5(73)
 
 
 
 
 
Fun Factor 
OK
3 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
OK
3 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Poor
2 / 5
Storyline 
OK
3 / 5
This game is OK but nothing special with somewhat grainy graphics and not very clear sound.
It has 4 play modes, one of which is custom, a good guide, a detailed map which you find whilst exploring the ship, an achievement section.
You have to catch all hummingbirds and collect all beyond objects, so keep your eyes peeled as they are not so obvious and be fast for the humming birds. That part was fun.
HOS can switch to Mahjong, mini games are on the easy side.
Widescreens nicely.
I recommend this game!
-5points
14of 33voted this as helpful.
 
Unearth your forgotten childhood memories to reveal the secret of the ancient labyrinth.
 
Overall rating 
Liked it!
4 / 5
44 of 57 found this review helpful
Fun game, but not the best
PostedSeptember 30, 2012
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swissraven
fromSwitzerland
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy
 
Current Favorite:
Sherlock Holmes VS Jack the Ripper
3.7 out of 5(73)
 
 
 
 
 
Fun Factor 
Good
4 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Good
4 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
My review is based on the demo.
You have to go back to your childhood summer camp in order to remember the facts that happened at the time and cure a bad case of insomnia.
Gloomy atmosphere with music that matches the general overall feeling.
Good and detailed graphics, good sound, real actors, hint button recharges fast in normal mode, some inventory objects work in pairs therefore are locked unless the two parts are found.
Interactive map, trophy section.
HOG's are fine, a lot of the objects require several steps to find, mini puzzles are fine, skip button is available within seconds in normal mode.
I haven't tried the other modes.
Pity that the game doesn't really full screen on my machine.
All in all a good game, though not the best I have seen.
I will not get the collector but I might consider getting the standard edition. Just personal taste.
I recommend this game!
+31points
44of 57voted this as helpful.
 
Discover the Red Riding Hood Sisters and defeat the nefarious Wolf Queen!
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
66 of 79 found this review helpful
Absolutely great!
PostedSeptember 20, 2012
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swissraven
fromSwitzerland
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy, Time Management
 
Current Favorite:
Sherlock Holmes VS Jack the Ripper
3.7 out of 5(73)
 
 
 
 
 
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Excellent
5 / 5
As a lover of the Dark Parables series I immediately got addicted to this game.
As usual, this dev produces high quality work that gives real enjoyment to the player.
The game widescreens nicely, 3 difficulty modes, superbly sharp and detailed graphics, good voice overs, excellent movie-like intro.
Fairy tale story line based on Red Riding Hood, but with a twist.
I like having to find the cursed objects, the map and task list are useful.
I look forward to discovering the bonus games.
It's a definite buy for me.
I recommend this game!
+53points
66of 79voted this as helpful.