Mystery_Fan's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:4.1
- Helpful Votes:150
- Reviews Submitted:16
- First Review:December 4, 2011
- Most Recent Review:October 8, 2018
- Featured reviews0
Can you uncover the truth behind a string of strange thefts?
Overall rating
5
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Best Game of the Series! Don't miss this one.
PostedOctober 8, 2018
Mystery_Fan
fromNorman, Oklahoma
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure
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
So many mediocre games come and go, but this one is a gem. Many in this series have been very good, but this one is my favorite.
I enjoyed the plot, characters, art and music. I especially enjoyed the variety and quantity of the locations -- very long game. The other highlight for me is that the games were thinkers, but not too difficult or random in solution.
I enjoy the extras of the CE version e.g. finding collectibles, morphing objects in the HOs (which also were well done), and getting the achievements. The only achievement I missed was to attack the henchmen without mistakes.
This is definitely the best adventure game I've played in the past couple of years (and first review I've done in about that timespan).
Enjoy gamers!
I enjoyed the plot, characters, art and music. I especially enjoyed the variety and quantity of the locations -- very long game. The other highlight for me is that the games were thinkers, but not too difficult or random in solution.
I enjoy the extras of the CE version e.g. finding collectibles, morphing objects in the HOs (which also were well done), and getting the achievements. The only achievement I missed was to attack the henchmen without mistakes.
This is definitely the best adventure game I've played in the past couple of years (and first review I've done in about that timespan).
Enjoy gamers!
I recommend this game!
Haunted Train: Spirits of Charon Collector's Edition
Charon's train has left the station, and you’ll never believe who’s on board!
Overall rating
4
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5
16 of 17 found this review helpful
CE Extras and bonus game not required
PostedJanuary 12, 2014
Mystery_Fan
fromNorman, Oklahoma
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
Mystery Case Files®: Fate's Carnival Collector's Edition
(390)Fun Factor
4
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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
I thoroughly enjoyed this game and purchased the CE on sale. After finishing the bonus game, I would say that you can wait for the SE - unless like me you were so drawn into the story and gameplay that it was worth buying for early game play. The main story is a decent length 5 hours or so and story resolves satisfactorily that extended story isn't required. There aren't any achievements, collectibles or morphing objects. The story, scenes, music, voice overs are really well done.
I recommend this game!
Rite of Passage: Child of the Forest Collector's Edition
The lighthouse fails and darkness invades Willow Ridge. Your husband runs into the forest for answers, unaware of the shadow hunting him.
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Quality similar to Drawn
PostedMay 20, 2013
Mystery_Fan
fromNorman, Oklahoma
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
Current Favorite:
Rite of Passage: Child of the Forest Collector's Edition
(206)Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
This game is worth having as a CE. Very much like Drawn with excellent visual quality and appeal. I found the music very enjoyable and suited to the scenes. I finished the main game and bonus and didn't manage to get half of the achievements (got all but 1 acorn) and plan to play again. Enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Otherworld: Omens of Summer Collector's Edition
Dark magic threatens our world! Can you stop the Shade and his minions before it's too late?
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 2 found this review helpful
Beautiful artwork, soothing musical score and fun fairytale story
PostedFebruary 3, 2013
Mystery_Fan
fromNorman, Oklahoma
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
4
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5
I was pleasantly surprised to see this sequel to the first Otherworld - and this installment has the same qualities that I found very enjoyable with beautiful artwork, a soothing musical score and a good fairytale story.
Definitely worth the CE for me. It took me over 4 hours to complete the the original game, and another 50 minutes to complete the bonus. You certainly don't need the bonus storyline, but since I enjoyed the first Otherworld I couldn't resist this CE. Enjoy!
I recommend this game!
The Mirror Mysteries: Forgotten Kingdoms
The highly anticipated follow-up to the smash hit Mirror Mysteries is finally here! The mirror is back—can you extinguish his power for good?
Overall rating
2
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5
1 of 2 found this review helpful
Dissappointing - short and boring
PostedFebruary 2, 2013
Mystery_Fan
fromNorman, Oklahoma
Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
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5
Level of Challenge
2
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5
Storyline
2
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5
I'm not sure what drew me into purchase this game, but it was a waste of a free punch card.
I don't recommend this game.
Cursed Fates: The Headless Horseman Collector's Edition
A terrible legend has become reality. The legend of a terrifying creature returned from hell.
Overall rating
4
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5
0 of 1 found this review helpful
Classic story makes for fun gaming
PostedJanuary 20, 2013
Mystery_Fan
fromNorman, Oklahoma
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
Current Favorite:
Christmas Stories: Nutcracker Collector's Edition
(323)Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
5
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5
I purchased during CE sale and definitely enjoyed the ride. :)
I recommend this game!
Death Pages: Ghost Library Collector's Edition
Rescue teenagers from the tragic fate of Romeo and Juliet!
Overall rating
4
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5
11 of 27 found this review helpful
Definite buy - extras are lean - wait for SE
PostedJanuary 20, 2013
Mystery_Fan
fromNorman, Oklahoma
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
Current Favorite:
Christmas Stories: Nutcracker Collector's Edition
(323)Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
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5
Developer doesn't disappoint - good quality graphics, story, voices, but IMHO not CE worthy without achievements/morphing objects/extra objects to find.
Mystery Case Files: Shadow Lake Collector's Edition
The residents of Bitterford, Maine have fallen prey to a terrible curse. It’s up to you to unravel the series of mysterious events that led to the town’s downfall and uncover the evil that was responsible.
Overall rating
2
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5
Disappointing and confusing MCF entry
PostedJanuary 4, 2013
Mystery_Fan
fromNorman, Oklahoma
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
Current Favorite:
Nightmare Realm: In the End... Collector's Edition
(99)Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
3
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5
Some good thoughts went into the development of this game, but not quite enough. Not visually interesting. The main acting of the psychic was too average - neither believable nor over-the-top enough (the Ghost Patrol pair on camera were just right though). The mechanics of the CE morphing objects was confusing since the puzzles to enact them weren't needed to complete the game. The inability to stop the credits was annoying. Well the bar is now set pretty low - the next MCF entry should be a slam dunk.
I don't recommend this game.
Brink of Consciousness: The Lonely Hearts Murders Collector's Edition
Olivia has been kidnapped by the mysterious Lonely Hearts Killer who murders those suffering from a shattered love. Save her!
Overall rating
5
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5
2 of 3 found this review helpful
The Game's Afoot!
PostedNovember 18, 2012
Mystery_Fan
fromNorman, Oklahoma
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
Current Favorite:
Dark Strokes: Sins of the Father Collector's Edition
(205)Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
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5
Purchased immediately after playing demo. My favorite game genre is large file adventure, and this is the best facsimile of that genre in casual gaming mode I've come across. I enjoy the Sherlock Holmes detective genre in particular and this game definitely feels very similar (without some of the gory and intense parts).
I'm very impressed with this game thus far, and had to stop for a quick rave review before proceeding. The game's afoot!
I'm very impressed with this game thus far, and had to stop for a quick rave review before proceeding. The game's afoot!
I recommend this game!
Shaban
After Shaban's sheep are stolen by thieves, he sets off on an epic adventure to get back what belongs to him. Help Shaban on his journey in this intriguing hidden object adventure game!
Overall rating
3
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5
0 of 3 found this review helpful
Fun game, but looks Short
PostedJune 23, 2012
Mystery_Fan
fromNorman, Oklahoma
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
Current Favorite:
Dark Strokes: Sins of the Father Collector's Edition
(205)Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
These types of games are fun (like Tiny Bang Story), but this one appears to be quite short. It took me only 30 minutes to complete the demo which got me through chapter 1 and there are only 5 chapters - so I would expect the game to take 2.5 hours. I'll wait for a game sale or Daily Deal.
I don't recommend this game.