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- Average Rating:3.7
- Helpful Votes:358,445
- Reviews Submitted:4712
- First Review:December 10, 2012
- Most Recent Review:April 24, 2025
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Haunted Train: Frozen in Time Collector's Edition
Thieves have stolen Charon's most powerful artifact: watches that can stop time. Now only you stand in their way.
Overall rating
5
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5
166 of 194 found this review helpful
When Time Stands Still
PostedMay 9, 2015
pennmom36
fromThis is Daniel's suitcase, I'd know it anywhere, no kidding Olivia it clearly says Daniel Seeker in large letters!
Skill Level:Expert
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(100)Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
5
/
5
Daniel was so grateful to Charon for giving Olivia back her life, that he has continued helping Charon fight the evil souls who threaten this world! When Daniel doesn't return for three days however, Olivia knows she must search for him. Daniel was searching for the thief who stole one of Charon's most valuable artifacts, the Chronometer, a watch that can freeze time itself! Charon agrees to help as much as he can and gives Olivia the one and only Chronometer he has left......and the adventure begins!
The Chronometer is used to release Time Stop Bubbles which are created when time has been frozen, and I loved this feature because of the Mini Games that make you "think". You must find 4 items that are frozen in time, be that a clock, a bird, or mother nature herself, some items are obvious, some are not. There are 17 Morphing Items to find, which is my all time favorite feature, and there are 47 Collectible Butterflies to net. I'm not sure why, but I also loved the way the Achievements are presented, they pop out with some really epic music like you just won the pulitzer prize! Some inventory items are Complex Items, meaning some type of interaction is required before you can use that item such as combining that item with another inventory item.
The only feature I was disappointed in was the Hidden Object Scenes, because the same scene is repeated which is so boring in my opinion. Most of the scenes are interactive list finds, but there are also Silhouetted Shapes to find and let's not forget that the Chronometer game is actually a HOP too. The Mini Games are good, but I found them to be easy, first try puzzles, which is okay, and beats the alternative any day of the week. An example of a typical puzzle requires you to move tokens around several slots using directional arrows until each token was nestled into it's matching colored slot.
This Collector's Edition has 47 Collectible Butterflies, 17 Morphing Objects, 20 Hidden Object Scenes, 21 Mini Games, Achievements, Music, Wallpaper, a built in Strategy Guide and a Bonus Chapter, enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Queen's Tales: Sins of the Past
Your enemy imprisoned your father, but now he's forcing you to marry him! Can you escape and save your father?
Overall rating
4
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5
71 of 85 found this review helpful
Be Careful Who You Trust
PostedMay 8, 2015
pennmom36
fromWhat's so special about that bandage that it requires a lockbox?
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Time Management, Adventure, Match 3
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(100)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
4
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5
Looks like there's been a coup d'etat at the palace, be careful who you trust Princess! The Queen has one more story to tell us, this is the story about Grandmother Eleanor, and how she saved her father the King. Eleanor is a very resourceful and capable Princess who soon learns that her father has many enemies, one of which has imprisoned her father in a portal leading to a strange and dangerous world. The Princess won't have to fight this battle alone, a Druid will guide her through the spirits, but can he be trusted?
No Princess is complete without a sidekick, which happens to be a majestic Phoenix, who can break mystical barriers with the drop of a single fiery feather! Eventually she will find the recipe for a shrinking potion, but there is only enough potion for 8 uses, and you will be asked to confirm your choice when using this magical spritzer. (what happens if I use it on myself?) Some of the inventory items have a magnifying glass above them indicating the need for further action before using them such as combining that item with another inventory item or repairing the item first.
I loved the hidden Chess pieces feature in the Collector's Edition, which were located throughout this royal adventure, each piece gives you a tidbit of royally interesting factoids about it's origin, which I absolutely loved. When all of the Chess pieces have been found, it unlocks a game of Match 3. The CE also has 12 hidden Fortune Telling Cards that will allow you to play a card game when all have been found, to get a prediction, also very cool. Once you finish the Bonus game, you will unlock jigsaw puzzles of the scenes within the map as well.
The Hidden Object Scenes were just okay in my book. Most are interactive list finds, but there are also HO's where you open up packages that reveal silhouetted shapes requiring you to place items that match the shapes into the box. The Hidden Object Scenes are repeated which is a big disappointment to me, it's plain ole boring a second time around. The Mini Games were pretty decent, most are available in a Casual or Hard mode such as selecting two flower petals at a time, to match the symbol in the center, if you select wrong, the petals move to a different location.
The Collectors Edition has Collectible Chess Pieces, Hidden Fortune Telling Cards, Achievements, Wallpapers, Concept Art, Screensavers, Movies, Music, replayable Mini Games and Hidden Object Scenes, Match 3 Games, Map Jigsaw Puzzles, Fortune Card Game, a built in Strategy Guide and a Bonus Chapter, enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Escape the Emerald Star
You awake to find your cruise ship abandoned and in disarray. Can you track down all the fragments of a map and escape the ship?
Overall rating
3
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5
2 of 3 found this review helpful
Escape the Emerald Star
PostedMay 7, 2015
pennmom36
fromMy mouse is still cursed!
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Time Management, Adventure, Match 3
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(100)Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
3
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5
While on vacation aboard the Emerald Star cruiseliner, you awake only to find the ship has been abandoned and is in disarray. You must Seek and Find hidden objects to collect clues and map fragments to help you escape the ship. Each scene contains 2 hidden Anchors that are not on the list and if you collect all 50 you will unlock Unlimited Seek and Find games as well as a mystery Bonus Game. Each level has an interactive item such as place postage on envelop, and a few of the items are descriptions such as underwater creature or ex-caterpillar. This game also allows you to earn Achievements for finding items back to back or not using Hints. Each item you find gives you points, and finding items consecutively will earn you a higher score. Enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Escape Rosecliff Island
An unexpected storm has left you shipwrecked on a remote private island. Find a way to Escape Rosecliff Island!
Overall rating
3
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Escape Rosecliff Island
PostedMay 7, 2015
pennmom36
fromMy mouse is cursed!
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Time Management, Adventure, Match 3
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(100)Fun Factor
3
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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
I would have given this game another star had it not been for the fact that my mouse wandered around the screen aimlessly and made it difficult to click on the items, let alone quickly. This is a pure seek and find game, you have encountered an unexpected storm that has left you shipwrecked on a mysterious and remote island. You have to choose locations all around Rosecliff Island, and find several items that are listed on the inventory bar. Each scene contains two locks that aren't on the list, if you find 25 locks, a mystery bonus game will be unlocked and if you find all 50 locks, you will unlock unlimited Seek and Find games. You are awarded points for each item you find and you receive bonus points if you find items consecutively. Each scene has one item that is given in the form of a description such as twisted dough which is a pretzel, and one listed item requires an interaction such as placing a letter correctly or finding an egg and placing that egg into the nest. After each set of Seek and Find games have been finished, there will be a Mini Game such as a Match 3 game where you make matches of at least 3 of the same tiles until all grey tiles have had a match made upon them. Enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Haunted Legends: The Dark Wishes Collector's Edition
Restore the threads of Fate, before they cause a disaster!
Overall rating
5
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5
164 of 199 found this review helpful
The Threads Of Fate
PostedMay 7, 2015
pennmom36
fromBrothers of the Dove, really?
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Time Management, Adventure, Match 3
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(100)Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
5
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5
Roberto the Duke of Florence was to marry Lucia, and they planned on using the Philosophers Stone to grant the wishes of the citizens. But that evil little man who has ruined so many lives, is at it again and his interference may cost Lucia her life! Lucia has been accused of murdering Roberto and will be executed within hours if you aren't able to help your favorite students from the school of magic! You won't have to go it alone, the Three Fates will guide you every step of the way, Professor, the fate of the world rests upon your shoulders, you must save Roberto and Lucia, before history is rewritten forever!
What beautiful hand drawn artistry this newest edition of Haunted Legends has to offer! One thing I love about this series is the abundance of areas of interest, every scene has several inventory items to find, trinkets and intricate locks that are missing pieces, you just can't become bored. Because you are a Mage, you have a Magic Staff and the Orb attached needs energy from magical threads, which is in the form of a Mini game of course! There are several Achievements to earn and Collectible Pigeons to find and visit at the Pigeonry.
The Hidden Object Scenes usually require you to find several items such as fleur de lis, which then opens up the list items to find. I actually enjoyed the HOP that required you to select flowers and foliage that reveals a fragment, and you had to choose two identical fragments hidden underneath. The only complaint I have is that the scenes are repeated. The Mini Games are available in Casual or Hard, my favorite one was guiding birds to the correct spot, however they could only fly in the path they were facing, so you have to use other birds to nudge them into the correct flight path.
This Collectors Edition has re-playable HOP's and Mini Games, Photos, Movies, Music, Concept Art, Wallpapers, Screensavers, Collectible Pigeons, Achievements, a built in Strategy Guide and a Bonus Chapter, enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Iron Heart: Steam Tower
Hordes of invaders are emerging from the bowels of the earth to enslave the people of the surface. Prove your mettle in a storm of fire and steam!
Overall rating
5
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5
42 of 51 found this review helpful
Steampunk Defense!
PostedMay 6, 2015
pennmom36
fromThose are some fast little robots!
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Time Management, Adventure, Match 3
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(100)Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I love Tower Defense games, and Iron Heart does not disappoint! I prefer TD games that take place on the water, but this is a decent game with robotic themed warfare. The rules of engagement are fairly simple, place weapons such as machine guns upon the available Towers, and keep the enemy from reaching the Steam Locomotive and enslaving humanity. Each weapon can be upgraded for a broader range, and more damage, once you have earned enough funds from destroying the enemy. After each battle which consists of 5 or 6 waves, you can visit the shop to purchase upgrades that will make each individual weapon more powerful, or have a broader range, you can also select common bonuses that make the weapons cheaper, reap more money from the enemy or even give you a larger starting fund which will allow you to purchase more weapons sooner. You will earn more money if you start the waves of attack sooner that the countdown, and each level gives you a new type of defense weapon, and of course a faster, stronger enemy to go along with it. If you are looking for an action packed game that requires strategy, is fast paced not to mention very addicting, look no further, enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Escape from Thunder Island
Join the more-brave-than-brilliant aviatrix Rita James on a quest to rescue her kidnapped father in Escape from Thunder Island!
Overall rating
3
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5
3 of 5 found this review helpful
Escape From Thunder Island
PostedMay 5, 2015
pennmom36
fromWhere's my glasses?
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Time Management, Adventure, Match 3
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(100)Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
3
/
5
Not a bad storyline, but the tasks are tedious, and repetitive, to make matters worse, the items are so tiny they aren't recognizable. Your airplane crashed on Thunder Island where your father was heading an expedition. You scour the island searching for missing puzzle pieces, cogs, gems, tools and other items that will help you progress. Items buried require you to dig them up with a shovel, or use the machete to whack down jungle weeds, a slingshot to knock down items to high to reach, but after several times this task becomes annoying. The Hidden Object Scenes are list finds, some are multiple finds and there is one item that requires an interaction of putting all parts together by clicking and dragging parts to the main item until complete. Again most of the items are teeny tiny and you have no idea what the item is, other items are only partially shown on the edges of the screen. There are Mini Games that are pretty simple such as putting tiles together to complete an image, or figuring out patterns through trial and error. There are 80 gold coins scattered about the island that will unlock a reward but it doesn't say what the reward actually is. So far this is the best of the Escape series, enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Escape from Lost Island
It’s a fight to stay alive! Use your wits to find shelter, avert pirates, and signal civilization to organize your rescue.
Overall rating
3
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5
9 of 9 found this review helpful
Escape from Lost Island
PostedMay 5, 2015
pennmom36
fromAbandon ship!
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Time Management, Adventure, Match 3
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(100)Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
You are onboard a cruiseship enjoying sun and fun when the unthinkable happens, the ship hits a reef and begins to sink! While you are able to keep a calm head and assess the situation, you eventually make it to an island inhabited by natives who they invite you to dinner as the main course, and you must escape.
This is a seek and find game where you must read the dialog to find out your next task, such as building shelter. You click on the main item which will show you several items in circles around the main item which you will have to find and drag to the main circle. This will be repeated several times in each scene with different goals, until all items are found and then you complete a Mini Game. You may have to click on flying macaws to chase them away or rebuild several circuits as you rotate several tokens until a complete connection is made from top to bottom and all lights are on.
I recommend this game!
Moai II: Path to Another World
Save your beloved and rebuild a devastated land!
Overall rating
5
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5
104 of 125 found this review helpful
Best Time Management Game In A Long Time
PostedMay 5, 2015
pennmom36
fromI feel guilty cutting down the trees for the Moai, knowing what I know!
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Time Management, Adventure, Match 3
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(100)Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I loved the first Moai: Build Your Dream, and Path To Another World is even better! Bright Light has been kidnapped by Miru the Master of The World of The Dead. You must travel to Awaika the Domain of the dead, to pursue your beloved across three different realms!
Each Time Management level has different goals to achieve such as building stone quarries, food mills, and Tree Groves, and you must collect the productions quickly to allow them to get back to production. There are repairs needed bridges that need fixed, holes to fill in, stones and trees to remove, trees to cut down, locals and thieves to bargain with and Chests to open. The Chests will contain extra resources, as well as bonuses and artifacts to collect. All of this needs to be done within a specific time before the meter runs out, but you can replay any level. Each level has an Alternate level available with different goals, which will give you more points if you can beat the clock.
My favorite feature was within the Backpack Icon on the map. The Artifacts you collect will be stored in the backpack, there are 24 Artifacts available throughout the game. You can choose 5 of the bonuses to "put on" your character such as the Forest Talisman which will increase the amount of wood you acquire when cutting palm trees! There are 49 Achievements to earn for accomplishments such as fishing in ponds 25 or 50 times. This is a fast paced game, but definitely a fun and addicting game, enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Avalon Legends Solitaire 2
Camelot is in urgent need of your assistance! Harness the power of nature and rebuild the kingdom. Do you have what it takes to save Avalon?
Overall rating
5
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5
139 of 154 found this review helpful
Camelot Awaits You!
PostedMay 4, 2015
pennmom36
fromMay the fourth be with you!
Skill Level:Expert
Current Favorite:
The Chronicles of Emerland Solitaire
(147)Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
5
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5
Avalon Legends has topped itself with this second edition of Higher/Lower Solitaire. The graphics are beautiful, the music is lighthearted and pleasant, there are 6 different card designs to choose and 3 face card styles available. You can choose Normal or Hard Modes of difficulty and there are 21 Achievements to earn as well! When you play the Solitaire game itself you will earn resources such as Gold, Food, and Building supplies that will allow you to build the city, houses, bridges, gardens and even quarries which will produce even more resources. You can purchase a ton of Bonuses in the shop to give you extra undo's, wild cards, and even the privilege to see the next deck card, how man cards remaine or even a guaranteed playable first card on every level!
The object of this game is to place cards from the board onto the deck card either one higher or one lower to earn a 3 star perfect score. Some cards have resources under them and some cards are blocked with vines icy etc. Combos start at chains of 6 cards, which gives you a larger multiplier and more points scored.
This is a fantastic Solitaire game with an excellent story to go along with it, very entertaining. From the looks of the demo, this game has a ton of levels so it should be well worth it's weight in gold, enjoy!
I recommend this game!