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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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Mysterious Oasis
You are one of the planet's only survivors after a natural disaster devours all signs of life. Amid the destruction, the legend of a Mysterious Oasis offers a glimmer of hope...
Overall rating
5
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5
101 of 114 found this review helpful
The End Of Mankind
PostedMarch 19, 2014
pennmom36
fromI'll take the elevator, it seems to work just fine!
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management, Puzzle
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(100)Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
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5
Mankind has made the Spirit of the Earth angry (it's not wise to fool with Mother Nature) after depleting all energy sources. I just have one question: If mankind depleted all energy sources then why do all the lights work and I have to turn off the electricity before proceeding? (is that one question or two?) If you overlook that major flaw, then it's really not a bad game. I love the apocalyptic vibe of the game, a place where buildings were in ruins, trees and weeds have claimed what's rightfully theirs, survivors are far and few between and hunkering down in boarded up shelters. But there's the slightest glimpse of hope, (besides the street lights) the hope that survivors can make it to the promised land, The Oasis! I must admit that on a couple of occasions, I got stuck and didn't know what to do next because of the fact that you have to be very precise when trying to use an inventory item. For example, when I fixed the fountain I assumed I was to use the glass jar to fill up with fountain water, when that didn't work I tried the rag, that didn't work either so I went back several times trying to find something I missed. I kept trying to use the rag on the water and it was finally accepted when I clicked way to the left of the fountains jug. There are a lot of hidden object scenes, they are pretty well done, slightly interactive list finds, some items need clicked on to simply open up to reveal the item, or you might need to pick up a hammer to break the mirror. The mini games aren't bad either but most are pretty simple such as clicking on 4 levers in the correct order. The puzzle I liked the best was moving tiles on a board with the goal of getting the numbered discs 1-5 from the top to the bottom in their appropriate sequential places by moving the rest of the tiles one at a time to clear a path for the numbered tiles. I must say I rather enjoyed playing this Standard only Edition, enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Deadly Puzzles: Toymaker
A serial killer nicknamed “the Toymaker” is wreaking havoc on a sleepy town. Can the lead detective piece together clues left at the scene and stop him before he sets his sights on her?
Overall rating
5
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5
167 of 201 found this review helpful
Would You Like To Play A Game Detective?
PostedMarch 19, 2014
pennmom36
fromHe looks like Mr. Burns
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management, Puzzle
Current Favorite:
Mystery Trackers: Raincliff's Phantoms Collector's Edition
(88)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
Nice! A serial killer is taunting you detective! Will you join the toymaker in a killer game of Who Am I, Catch Me If You Can? There are no frills in this game, the graphics are good and the hidden object scenes are really well done. What the game lacks, is clearly made up for with story substance. A sick twisted old man, calling himself the Toymaker, is murdering women and leaving behind clues in the form of puzzle boxes which contains arrogant tapes recorded by the Toymaker and directed solely to the detective in charge. You will travel to the victims houses, or suspects houses to search for clues in the form of a puzzle or mini game. You find a puzzle box at the scene of the murder and it is missing 4 pieces which you will find in the following 4 scenes. You solve this puzzle, all of which are fairly easy, such as turning blocks in chronological order, and the box opens to reveal more clues from our demented toymaker. This game reminded me of The Art Of Murder game, I liked that game as well, enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Art of Murder: Deadly Secrets
New York City has been hit with a series of murders and the body count is piling up! Help Agent Nicole Bonnet find the killer!
Overall rating
4
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5
42 of 49 found this review helpful
Really Good Murder Mystery
PostedMarch 18, 2014
pennmom36
fromThe assistant did it! Or was it the butler?
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management, Puzzle
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
/
5
Storyline
4
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5
I know there is a ton of reading with this game but if you can get past that (just skip it if you don't care about the story) there are a ton of really well done hidden object scenes and fun mini games. Each hidden object scene has a clock, which is more of a pocket watch, that you can click on to earn an extra hint. This is a murder investigation conducted by Nichole Bonnet an FBI agent that has been investigating the murders of several antique shop owners. There are inventory items that you will find in the HOS such as a key to the desk drawer and once open you have to find several pieces of paper that have the safes combination written down and then torn up. You put the pieces of paper back together by clicking to pick up the pieces and then right clicking to rotate. You then use this combination to open the safe for more clues as to what the killer is after. I was bothered by the reading at first, just like the other reviewers, but then I really started to get into the story and it was quite interesting. Try giving this game a chance, you can always click to speed up the conversation to get to the hidden object games, enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Art Mogul
Become an Art Mogul by bidding at exciting auctions, completing lucrative requests, exposing fakes, and much more!
Overall rating
5
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5
3 of 4 found this review helpful
Exciting Concept
PostedMarch 18, 2014
pennmom36
fromSold!
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management, Puzzle
Current Favorite:
Mystery Trackers: Raincliff's Phantoms Collector's Edition
(88)Fun Factor
5
/
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
Great hidden object concept, but wow it's very confusing and somewhat difficult to figure out. The tutorial is helpful but doesn't explain near enough in my opinion. You start out with a few hundred dollars (in New York that's chump change) You go to the local gallery where you purchase paintings that are guaranteed originals. There are 3-4 paintings to scroll between and you have to match up the exact items that are in circled tiles at the bottom, which could be a vase or simply a piece of clothing or decorations. Once you have found all of the hidden items you can then choose which of the paintings you want to purchase, each piece has a different price so keep that in mind when you have limited funds. Then you need to sell the painting for a profit so you can travel to another city such as San Francisco or London, more cities open up as you progress. You can sell your painting to another gallery, again finding hidden objects until the gallery owner makes you an offer, which hopefully will be for a profit. You can buy and sell paintings at the local cafe's if there are any customers available. The part I liked the best was the Auctions. You can buy a painting at the auction if you have enough money to keep up with the bidding against 3 other bidders. You quickly click on the bid icon and a hidden object icon shows up which you need to find as fast as possible which "stuns" your other bidders until they are out of the bidding process and you win. Some paintings aren't guaranteed to be originals, especially at places like cafe's. You need to click between the painting and a photocopy of the original, as many times as you want to search for differences between the two pictures, if you find a difference, the painting is a fake and you don't buy that painting. All of this seems confusing to say the least, it is, but you will catch on after 5 minutes or so and actually look forward to buying and selling beautiful art, enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Art Detective
A spot-the-difference investigation of professional counterfeiters who steal fine art and leave near-perfect fakes behind.
Overall rating
3
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5
5 of 6 found this review helpful
Spot The Difference
PostedMarch 18, 2014
pennmom36
fromYou have an e-mail, you have an e-mail
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management, Puzzle
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
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5
This is a game that is difficult to navigate through. Basically the main character is working with the FBI to solve a case where art thieves are stealing the original paintings and replacing them with counterfeit paintings. You have to click on your computer to open up your e-mail which will show you a painting of which you click on to spot the fake, or spot several differences between two almost identical paintings. The differences are very noticeable at first but they seem to get a little more difficult as you progress. There are mini games such as figuring out what 4 colors of chemicals to mix together by putting different color combinations on a sheet of paper. Once you have all 4 colors on the paper a checkmark will indicate the correct color in the correct spot, a question mark will indicate the correct color but wrong spot and of course an x indicates that color is not used. I really got annoyed by the lady saying you have an e-mail (which sounded like you have emanuelle) over and over. I think the game would have been more fun if the computer wasn't involved in the game.
Around the World in Eighty Days: The Challenge
The bet is on: Phileas Fogg is to make it around the world in 80 days in Around the World in 80 days: The Challenge!
Overall rating
4
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5
32 of 37 found this review helpful
Around The World HdO
PostedMarch 18, 2014
pennmom36
fromDo I still get paid whilst traveling around the world?
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management, Puzzle
Current Favorite:
Mystery Trackers: Raincliff's Phantoms Collector's Edition
(88)Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
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5
This is a hidden object game in which you click and drag the entire scene and you can zoom in and out as well. I really like the story in which a rich eccentric and keenly punctual man, Phileas Fogg, takes the bet that he can travel around the world in 80 days. You get a total of 6 hints until you will need to find hidden stars that will replenish the hints. You search the rooms indoor and out for the listed items, some of the items you find will be used as inventory such as a key that will be used later to open the safe. There are also scenes in which you find multiple items such as 15 horseshoes, newspapers or even cards where you find all spades or all odd numbered cards. There are mini games such as finding matching gears or swapping tiles to form a complete picture. I really enjoyed this game which seems very laid back and relaxing, enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Apparitions: Kotsmine Hills
Join The Atlantic Paranormal Society and Peter Wren Paranormal Agency to investigate a town in Apparations – Kotsmine Hills!
Overall rating
4
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5
10 of 13 found this review helpful
Paranormal Investigations
PostedMarch 18, 2014
pennmom36
fromWhere's Jason?
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management, Puzzle
Current Favorite:
Mystery Trackers: Raincliff's Phantoms Collector's Edition
(88)Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
I am a big fan of TAPS and I thought this game was very unique. You are investigating the houses, factories, warehouse, loading docks etc. in the town of Kotsmine Hills where many people were killed when a fire broke out at the factory and quickly engulfed the town. You get the choice of 1-4 rooms that cameras are set up in and you need to find all 15 items on the list, but, you only get a flashlight to search for these items, just as they do on the paranormal shows. Each room has 3 ghostly faces to find which give you up to 3 hints, if you already have 3 hints you get extra points. Some of the rooms will replace the flashlight with a thermal image camera or an emf reader which is a feature I haven't seen before. The mini games were fairly easy such as placing fuses of 4 different colors into 4 fuse slots. Once you put the fuses into all 4 slots you turn the power on and it will kick out the incorrect fuses. The only thing I really disliked about this game was the score tallies after each room that took forever, and you couldn't do anything but wait for the tallies to stop. I know that some people will hate the fact that you have to search hidden object scenes with a flashlight, but you get used to it fairly quickly so give it a chance, enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Rush for Gold: California
Make your American Dream come true in California, where the only thing hotter than the sun is the gold fever!
Overall rating
5
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5
183 of 195 found this review helpful
I've Got The Fever!
PostedMarch 18, 2014
pennmom36
fromIs that Hollywood?
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management, Puzzle
Current Favorite:
Mystery Trackers: Raincliff's Phantoms Collector's Edition
(88)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
First of all this TM game has timed and untimed modes which I know will please a lot of people. You will earn 1-3 gold stars on each level and those stars are used to build the city. Each level has a different set of goals, you need to chop down trees for wood, clear paths, pick berries, fish, trade with the Indians etc. You have to mine gold and build different structures to pan for gold or put up fishing tents for food. You can hire new workers and there is a button to push when fully charged that makes the workers move faster (that button must be corporate) This is a fairly easy game to play, very entertaining, if I'm not mistaken, this game is also available in an Alaskan theme, enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Doctor Life: Be a Doctor!
Diagnose and treat patients while growing your small clinic into a thriving hospital! Earn awards for hospital excellence to protect your land from the greed of an evil tycoon!
Overall rating
4
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5
100 of 110 found this review helpful
Is There A Doctor In The House?
PostedMarch 17, 2014
pennmom36
fromStrep throat treatment is NSAIDS?
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management, Puzzle
Current Favorite:
Mystery Trackers: Raincliff's Phantoms Collector's Edition
(88)Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
This game needs to be played for about 10-15 minutes before you can appreciate it because the first few levels are tutorials and very repetitive. At the start of each level, you are given a quest such as adding a laboratory or diagnosis room or earning $500. Before you start the level you need to restock your supplies of ice packs, heat packs and various medications, each item cost money so you need to figure out how many items you can afford. When a patient comes in an icon will appear that indicates what the primary symptom is, such as a sprained wrist or ankle. You click on the patient and a pie chart appears on the right with 4-5 possible diagnosis and all of the symptoms the patient is experiencing is on the left. You then decide what the problem is, such as a headache with a sharp pain behind the eyes, matches the diagnosis of sinusitis. You then choose which treatment to use from a list of 4 possibilities in this case nasal spray is the correct treatment. Other diagnosis options are sprains, pneumonia, colds, strep throat, myalgia and even eye sties, with treatment choices of hot and cold packs, NSAIDS, nasal sprays and paracetamol, as you progress new treatment plans become available. You start out as an unknown Doctor and earn awards that boost your neighborhood status to barely known and so forth until you become a very likeable and well known Doctor. At first glance, I really thought this would be a very boring and slow paced game but it does progress nicely and the higher the levels, the more things there are to choose from which keeps the pace interesting, so don't give up to quickly and I think you will have fun, enjoy!
I recommend this game!
European Mystery: The Face of Envy
A series of robberies takes a deadly and supernatural turn!
Overall rating
5
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5
142 of 156 found this review helpful
Body Parts Thief!
PostedMarch 16, 2014
pennmom36
fromLeave the jewels at home people!
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
You have gorgeous hair, it's mine now, and your wife has such beautiful eye color, I think I'll have those as well! Somebody is robbing the wealthy nobles (because it's easier than finding poor nobles) of their custom made jewelry. The thief doesn't stop there, he then robs that person of their body parts, eyes, hair, and who knows what else! How can you stop a man that can change his features instantly? This is yet another brilliant European Mystery, centered around the streets of Rome, Italy, where a very good friend of yours has asked you to come out of retirement and join him in this investigation. You will rescue a circus ermine from a tiny cage and once you give him a proper name, he will help you out during the game with such tasks as retrieving items that you can't get to. The local jeweler has become one of the suspects victims so you borrow his latest invention, a box that charges crystals and converts a blueprint into an actual 3d object. First you need to charge the crystal with a light source. Once you find a blueprint and all of the ingredients needed for a particular item, you open up your jewelry box and "paint" the blueprint with gold, silver, emerald, sapphire, copper and other elements and then create the item with the charged crystal. The hidden object games are very interactive list finds that may require you to find a magic wand and use that wand on a top hat and a rabbit pops up with a banana which you give to a baboon in exchange for a mallet. The mini games are entertaining, not new, but still classic games. My favorite game was a board with several tiles that have either a number 2, 3 or 4 on them. You have to move each tile the exact number of moves as indicated, without blocking another tiles move. The game itself is professionally produced with stunning graphics and so much to do in each scene that you cannot possibly get bored. I think this Standard Edition is a really good value, especially if you don't care about the frills that come with the Collectors Edition, enjoy!
I recommend this game!