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- Average Rating:4.6
- Helpful Votes:2,089
- Reviews Submitted:62
- First Review:November 18, 2011
- Most Recent Review:May 28, 2021
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The oracle’s strange vision portends cataclysmic destruction!
Overall rating
5
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5
41 of 45 found this review helpful
Five (Stars) BN Coming to Rescue Casual Game in 2021!
PostedMay 28, 2021
haiqal01
fromKeep up the great work!
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Marble Popper, 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
4
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5
I really needed to say this for a long time. Five BN constantly raising the bars for themselves. Every game is improve steadily and the consistency of their quality is amazed me every single time. The puzzles that I played at the gate is something new to me (although I can’t remember if I encountered that type of puzzle before) and all of them are really heavy as it took some times to solve. Plus, the puzzles also appeared in the hidden object scenes as well. The classic HO scenes at the dock have lots of interactions (and that’s when I decided to write this review). This developer deserves an award (or multiple of awards) for the consistency that they achieved throughout the years. Kudos to you and thank you for actually saving casual game in 2021.
Why?
1. The game does not feel too generic or cookie cutter.
2. It does not feel rushed in production.
3. Perfectly balanced color and details in every scenery.
4. Storyline seems to be generic at first but they always have interesting plot twist.
5. The game getting more matured.
6. The music is relaxing and ethereal.
7. The puzzles are captivating and enjoyable.
8. Always got excited when Five BN release new game and we need to know if there are any continuation on Lost Lands, Darkness and Flames, Lost Legacy, and New York Mysteries? Thank you. Or maybe a game like The Treasure of Mystery Island making a comeback soon?
2. It does not feel rushed in production.
3. Perfectly balanced color and details in every scenery.
4. Storyline seems to be generic at first but they always have interesting plot twist.
5. The game getting more matured.
6. The music is relaxing and ethereal.
7. The puzzles are captivating and enjoyable.
8. Always got excited when Five BN release new game and we need to know if there are any continuation on Lost Lands, Darkness and Flames, Lost Legacy, and New York Mysteries? Thank you. Or maybe a game like The Treasure of Mystery Island making a comeback soon?
This is my opinion and I recommended this game. Just give it a try and see for yourself.
I recommend this game!
A quest to recover a mysterious relic has surprising implications!
Overall rating
5
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5
25 of 29 found this review helpful
Imagine waiting 10 years for a sequel to happen.
PostedFebruary 7, 2021
haiqal01
fromI wonder if there will be Cave Quest 3 in year 2031?
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Marble Popper, Match 3, 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
4
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5
This game was developed by MD Studios, the mastermind behind Bato: Treasures of Tibet and the original game, Cave Quest (2011). Cave Quest 2 is not a typical match 3 games, it is a multi-genre game where it combines Role Playing Games (RPG) and Adventure with varieties type of Match 3 board. The game started with an adventure style match 3 board where player make matches to allow the protagonist to move forward the finish spot. Then, the adventure side of the game started where player can interacts with its environment such as collecting inventory items, interact with its inhabitants, and collecting “secrets” knowledge. Every interactions can triggered a match 3 board such as:
1. The combat match 3 board by using a long wooden stick to fight a giant evil rat.
2. Removing a seal by breaking the tiles in the Match 3 board.
3. Removing impurities by matching the bubbles with percentages of the impurities in the potion’s match 3 board.
4. Removing coals in the wooden cart.
5. Collecting Amanitas by playing an adventure-style match 3 board.
6. Crushing the Green Gems into Green Powder by playing the match 3 to drop the gems and then to crush them (yep, 2 steps).
2. Removing a seal by breaking the tiles in the Match 3 board.
3. Removing impurities by matching the bubbles with percentages of the impurities in the potion’s match 3 board.
4. Removing coals in the wooden cart.
5. Collecting Amanitas by playing an adventure-style match 3 board.
6. Crushing the Green Gems into Green Powder by playing the match 3 to drop the gems and then to crush them (yep, 2 steps).
-Please note that some interactions does not require to play the match 3.-
-The listed above are what I encountered during my playtime.-
The RPG side of the game is where player get Experience (XP) after completing a match 3 board. Once leveled up, player can use it to obtain and upgrade power ups that will be use in the match 3 game. The Secret knowledge is also included in the XP and player need to seek out hidden scrolls, books, or an ancient inscriptions. There are 3 difficulties to choose from so I started with Easy because I’m not a big fan of a match 3 game (but I really love marble popper type of game).
The CE Extras included are Guide, Bonus Chapter, Wallpapers, Music, Concept Art, Collections and Records (high score).
The uniqueness of this game is astounding to me and it is a time killer, especially during this time (or anytime). There are varieties of Match 3 boards to play so I don’t feel bored. All I can say is this game is worth it because I enjoyed it so much and there are so many aspects that I want to describe here but I believe that other reviewers have much more intricate details that you can read. Have fun.
I recommend this game!
A small-town murder case hides a revelation that will shake the agency to its core!
Overall rating
2
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5
20 of 23 found this review helpful
Oh Dear, GrandMA!
PostedAugust 22, 2020
haiqal01
fromcreating a magnum opus is not easy.
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
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5
Level of Challenge
1
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5
Storyline
1
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5
The game itself did not do the justice to this series. The player are expecting a grand title like MCF to have a premium quality experience to indulge in this trying time. I feel like the developer is too RUSHY (RUSHING) in the development of this game (ALL DEVELOPERS HEAR ME OUT). The visual is not the best I've seen, it is smudge and not sharp. the story is duller than anything I know or played before (just like the rest of the other CE's game). Not to mentioned that the games is always recycle the characters from the previous sequel to reminisce the vibe of this series and I'm getting tired of it. I need something creative, unique, fresh, challenging, something that is out of the box! The Puzzles and Hidden Object are rather annoying than enjoyable.
I suggest GrandMA should not release a MCF sequel on the Thanksgiving Day and release it next year so they can have more research and improvements to do in the meantime.
I suggest play Moth to the Flame and Fate's Carnival for a high quality experience.
I don't recommend this game.
Open restaurants and cafes. Make delicious meals fast. Become a cooking star!
Overall rating
4
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5
10 of 11 found this review helpful
Cooking Dash but with a spin
PostedJune 2, 2020
haiqal01
fromKuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Marble Popper, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
3
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5
It's been a long time we haven't receive any challenging traditional Time Management game especially from Aliasworlds; which is known as the co-creator of Turbo Fiesta, Snowy's Lunch Rush, and Cooking Dash series.
In Cooking Stars, we are serving dishes for customers to earn money and stars. To create a dishes is the challenging part of the game because there are lot of steps to do such as chopping, deep frying, grilling, and dressing. Plus, the patience of variety of customer and time given is also contribute to the challenging part of the game. The earned money then use for upgrading for the kitchen appliances, ingredients, and decorations. There is a rechargeable power-up that can help player by deliver the dishes by throwing to customer. There are 2 mode of game to choose ( I chose free play which is relaxed mode).
The Collector's Edition of the game is a disappointment because they only provide a restaurant, an extra customer, a guide which is basically a tips, and a FAQ. The developer could add more to this extra section like an exclusive Collector's Edition shop that include helpers and any upgrade tools, or probably add mini games. Wallpapers, screensaver, and concept art are a common extras which is boring. the developer (well all game developer) need to have more creativity in providing more extras.
The reason I gave this game a 4 (4.5) stars because it brings a nostalgia of me playing Cooking Dash: Thrills and Spills (which was released almost 10 years ago!) and the game have this traditional game play with a modern twist.
I am recommending this game but for a Collector's Edition price with a not-so-abundance extras; you might want to rethink again.
I recommend this game!
Return to your hometown to save your father and uncover Midnight Castle’s secrets!
Overall rating
3
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5
5 of 5 found this review helpful
Too Good To Be Short !
PostedOctober 8, 2015
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
1
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5
Storyline
1
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5
I like this game so much but it was so SHORT ! The difficulty of every puzzle , unthinkable in-game interactions , and easy-to-spot hidden objects make this game short and boring ( I NEED MORE CHALLENGES).
There is your Bat that can help you reach the unreachable objects. there are 3 type of collectibles and achievements as a side quest .
The extras have lot of usual thing but please , this is a COLLECTOR'S EDITION , so I expect a game from Elephant Game have hours of gameplay and challenging puzzles like they did in 2011 or Fates Carnival have at least 5 hours (for me).
The arts is beautiful , 4 modes , and everything is perfect but WAY too easy !
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
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Could Be More For A CE
PostedSeptember 4, 2015
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
Escape From Ravenhearst is now my personal favorite game from BFG. I really like the psychological storyline , the puzzle difficulty is over the top , and innovative gameplay and scenery , but for a CE quality , it is already green but there are lack of them !
The graphic in this game is marvelous and beautiful , detailed , I like the 3D animation in this game. Every place have it own touch , have it own atmosphere. The actor and voice doing their fine job , just great. The story makes this game more outstanding , which is fight with old nemesis , Charles Dalimar , that want to take your soul for eternity. That is really crazy !
The gameplay is fun and really challenging , and innovative too ! Instead of playing HOS like in other MCF series , I got to find morphing objects in each scenes with the help of Emma’s locket. The puzzles is real challenge in this game that make you sit for hours but there are no information given and sometime you have to look for clues on some puzzle but the clue are not noted on your case book, so you MUST have a pen and paper to jot down ( I do that). The interactions is logical and you need to think for some of it. The game offered 2 difficulty modes.
The only Extras includes is a Picture-style SG , morphing objects in your case book to unlock 2 secret HOS that unlock more diary pages. Yes that’s all of them for a CE. No map , no hint on adventure , no Bonus Chapter , no wallpapers , no concept arts or whatsoever. But there are bloopers in the credits.
This was not my favorite game when it first release but now , it is my favorite and for a CE , I wish BFG try to put more on it , especially adding bonus chapter to it. This is one great game but yeah for a CE...hmmm..think again.
A mountain observatory is hiding a big secret!
Overall rating
3
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5
18 of 29 found this review helpful
Boring but just OK
PostedAugust 28, 2015
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
2
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5
Storyline
1
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5
In this new Hidden Expedition we have to stop a virus , a digital virus from destroying the world. Unfortunately , I didn’t like this game , the story about saving the world is boring , the gameplay nothing blowing my mind and for a CE this is one of the decent game.
The graphic in this game absolutely gorgeous and the animation is also good but the voice over for some character was somewhat “slow” , and the funny thing is they didn’t have expression on their face. I dislike when my cursor is fading when animation is on especially in HOS , it make things slower as I like to click and find next object without waiting the animation to end.
The gameplay is nothing new and still the same format. The HOS is fun and variety of them , easy to find items while the puzzles is also fun. But they ALL lack of creativity, challenge and logic. The game offered 4 difficulty modes include customization.
Despite of it boring gameplay and story , I found that the Fact Cards is interesting to read and it is educational for me , finding morphing objects in the HOS and seek the collectibles is also fun. But it just I can’t see where is the CE in this game , these are the usual stuffs from this developer.
The Extras includes SG , Bonus Gameplay , Replayable HOS & Puzzles , 3 types of collectibles as I mention above , Achievements , Making Of , Video , Picture Gallery , Soundtracks, Souvenir Room , Collectibles Room.
Hidden Expedition : Dawn Of Prosperity is definitely a good game but will be good enough for stand-alone game. The usual things , format was recycled and it repeat over and over again , it is exhausting for me.
In Delicious: Emily's Home Sweet Home, you need to help the O'Malleys repair their dream house. Can you make it a real home? Hurry up, or it might be condemned!
Overall rating
5
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5
29 of 37 found this review helpful
Deliciously Made
PostedJune 28, 2015
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 game created by GameHouse & Blue Giraffe. Delicious series have been a popular TM game , especially about running a restaurant or serving foods which is pretty rare right now. I like this series so much and Home Sweet Home is a great addition to the series with new characters , new gameplay , new story , and some other feature that catch my attention !
Home Sweet Home have features like Daily Challenges or Event like walking 100 yards and etc. I played all Delicious series and the older one did not have daily challenges but this one have it daily , it means every levels in the game! After complete it you’ll get 1 diamond which can be use to purchase furniture in the O’Malley’s house. Besides that , the game offer another feature about changing menu before start a level, there are variety of them and need to be unlock but it helps a lot as some of them can make you work faster or give more tips or both. Lastly , take pictures or memory and view them all in the house and another extra challenging level , again , to earn extra diamond!
The gameplay is same but daily challenges and choosing menu can affect the gameplay or add a bit challenge. All you have to do is serve food based on customer orders , click the cash register , clean the table and send entertainer if needed to customers at the table. So it still the same but what makes it different is the setting in the game that have different features , activities , different stories and characters to meet. By the way you can still make combos to achieve expert goals. So overall , the game offer a classic gameplay with a touch of new features. You miss Carl the mouse? Yes he is in every levels and don’t forget to hunt him because he’ll give you money. And yeah the game provides you 3 difficulty modes too!
The graphic in this game is delightful , bright , and colorful and crystal clear ! Meanwhile, the music is really good , I really liked it although every music in Delicious game sound the same or have same rhythm . Every audio aspects is perfect. I think you should know the story first , I don’t want to spoil but the story is still about the new growing family to build their dream house and there is always someone that try to stop them. So help them out so they have a Home Sweet Home.
The Collector’s Edition includes Bonus Levels , Secret Mini Game , Wallpapers , Concept Arts , Emily’s House that contains Memorable Pictures , Achievements , and Furniture that can be purchase , and Extra Challenge Levels.
Delicious Emily’s Home Sweet Home is going to be love by time management fans especially Delicious fans as everything is great. It is a great time management game of the year ! I recommended you try it first before buy. I also hope that this type of game will be more in the future because I did miss Diner Dash and other Dash series, I wish there will be more Emily games too !
Match your way through thousands of levels as you solve puzzles and explore colorful cities around the globe. LET'S GO GUMMY!®
Overall rating
5
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5
27 of 32 found this review helpful
Sweet Chewy Gummy
PostedJune 27, 2015
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 F2P game created by Game Forest , creator of Midnight Mysteries series.. I must say this is kind of addicting , restricted move Match 3 game I ever play with different kind of innovative ideas !
The game started at Sydney and you have to match the gummy or useful resources like bricks and knowledge ( the graduation cap ) to build famous monuments in Sydney and of course all over the world. Every level we have different kind of goals which is entertaining as well as challenging at time. This match 3 game not only have main levels but it also have “help the community” level which are extra level with goals that is somewhat challenging with rewards after complete it. This game does make me busy as I need to fulfill all the quest in order to move for the next level.
Besides that , this game offer less creativity on the power ups but they are very useful like bomb , lightning , and more that can be made by matching while there are other power ups that can be purchase , also can be combine too. I’ve seen some of the power ups (especially that formed when you match) somewhere on other game especially Candy Crush series. There are also daily event to earn more rewards and hidden treasure on the map, Lottery Ticket. You can build factories by unlock Gummy Workers (you need 10 of them to build mart/factory) to produces all different kind of resources that you can pick them when they are full.
I played this game on my Android and now on my PC , but it is such disappointment as the game is not sync to Android , so I have to start over. Anyway , the graphic is colorful and HD and BIG , which make me happy to see the gummy!
This is F2P game , Free-to-Play , so we have limited lives , 3 all of them and you can add more to 5 lives at store. What could be more happier for me is the game doesn’t need a lot of internet connection , it needed when to purchase something in the store.
Overall , the game’s concept is somewhat innovative , especially about buildings , collecting resource by matching , the goals , the gummy worker and the factories , extra level - helping community and much more. IT IS NOT AN ORDINARY MATCH 3 with a VARIETY of TASKS. I liked the game very much , it is very recommended by me , so try it !
Haunted Legends: The Dark Wishes Collector's Edition
Restore the threads of Fate, before they cause a disaster!
Overall rating
4
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5
25 of 31 found this review helpful
Help The Lovebird
PostedMay 7, 2015
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
4
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5
This is the 6th installments of Haunted Legends franchise and I must say , it is a great game, definitely! I don’t play Undertaker , The Curse of The Vox and last year’s Stone Guest but this one is no exceptional and I don’t disappointed for trying this game as it is Big Fish Editor’s Choice. All the features , gameplay and everything seems to be enjoyable ! So here is my review.
The Dark Wish provided you a feature : a Magic Staff , not your typical staff but it adds to the gameplay , enrich the story and also functioning as a magic thread collector. By using this staff on magic thread , it will start a mini HOS that have story in it , which is I really liked it a lot and it’s not a gimmick. The HOS is not full list but just a 3 or few and I found it unique too.
The gameplay is fun and challenging. The HOS is easy , same format and fun but somehow the item is too big for the eyes to search which make everything easier. The HOS is not that unique, there are fragments hidden underneath the items we found and I think there will be more types after few chapters but they are all beautiful , easy , and FUN. Meanwhile the puzzles is quite challenging and it takes me several minutes to complete it and some are easy. By the way , you can change the mode for some puzzles from casual to hard. There are interactive map , task button , hint show direction , inventory lock , your staff (of course) and some items have plus sign on it that really need you attention to repair it. Overall , the gameplay don’t have a “WOW Factor” (same format ) but still , ENJOYABLE to play! There are 3 modes {Casual , Advance , Hard } and Customs.
The story is fully described on the above description and I really like the story and some plot is not predictable. The game’s story center around the Philosopher’s Stone , Robert and Lucia , and yeah , the bad dwarf , that will do anything to fulfill his desires , a really dark desire. I can’t believe what happened in the scene where Lucia is in her execution , I thought she will save by the Fates but .....(you have to find out about that). I like that the protagonist is a Professor and Mage too , which is different from other game. The story of Philosopher’s Stone might be not new to you but you have to see for yourself if the story is engaging or same with other game that have same subject. Overall , the story is fill with mystery and darkness that will not end. Please note ; this is not child’s play.
The Extras includes a SG , Bonus Gameplay , Music , Wallpapers , Concept Arts , Pictures of ERS Team , Screen Savers , Collectibles Pigeon , Achievements , Replay-able HOS & Puzzles and Movies.
This time I agree with above Beta Testers, about the graphics and it is beautiful sets 18 century and locate at Florence , Italy. It is familiar in other game done by ERS but still acceptable for me as I LOVED it. Don’t expect something “spectacular”.
If you like to save the love birds’ { Robert & Lucia} destiny from ended by a precious stone that empowered to the bad dwarf, this for you. I’d enjoyed it very much , it’s been a long time I don’t play their game {last time was Puppet Show}. I can’t say more but the graphic is beautiful , the 3D animation is well done , the cutscenes a bit blurry but it’s fine, the music is melodic and bring you mood. I give 4.5 stars and the other half of the star have been damaged by the dwarf because too linear and some might found it short. REMEMBER TRY IT BEFORE BUY , and please don’t just read high rating reviews but read other too , thank you. Have a fun & safe weekday/weekend.
I recommend this game!