I love crosswords and this game provided a kind of crossword experience. Being able to interact with the gardens would have made the game a lot more fun, but I had a good time, plus right now its a BOGO, so I can get another game for free.
It's not great, but its an okay way to spend some time
PostedMarch 8, 2021
lionscat
fromAfter that massive cold front, looking forward to spring. My tomato plants are sprouting!
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
3/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
3/ 5
Level of Challenge
3/ 5
Storyline
3/ 5
After playing the demo, I have to say I am probably going to buy this game. No, its not the most original or exciting, but I like all the available powerups, and after I figured out (with no help from the game) what the flashing images meant, I had fun. Sometimes, you just need a new game, and for me, I think this one will be it.
fromPretty darn thankful the power is back on - now to the enquiries
Skill Level:Expert
Fun Factor
4/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
4/ 5
Level of Challenge
4/ 5
Storyline
4/ 5
This game is unique. It is the ten year follow up to a specific type of game that some of us love. There is some repetition, but also a lot of searching in the game play. if you like that in a game, you will probably like this. I won't say that everyone will love it, but I will say that for me, this sequel was very enjoyable.
This game really engaged my attention for hours. I very much enjoyed it. The only reason I did not give it 5 stars is because there is no replay for the puzzles. I would love to play some of them again without having to replay the whole game. I'm still going to replay it though, because it was fun and scary!
fromJust adopted 2 little doggies. Support your local shelter. Ours was crowded with adopters, so happy to see so many animals get forever homes
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Mahjong, Match 3
Fun Factor
5/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
4/ 5
Level of Challenge
5/ 5
This game is like 4 games rolled into one. There is match 3, collecting, building and Mah jong. Lots of fun. I keep coming back to it time after time. It's both exciting and relaxing. Wish I'd found it last year when it came out. My only minus would be its somewhat washed out colors for the buildings. Other that that, 5 out of 5
fromDoing a weird FTWD marathon. We've all got to be somewhere
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Puzzle
Fun Factor
4/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
4/ 5
Level of Challenge
3/ 5
Storyline
4/ 5
Long, involved games are becoming fewer and far between, but this game has so far provided more than 3 hours of fun and there still is much more to explore. There are some extremely easy games and some more complicated and fun. Ho's differ and that's fun too. I usually don't even care about the story, but I must say, I like this one! Map is helpful and interesting. I really like finding morphs and collectibles in each scene.
fromWondering where the fun, intricate puzzles have gone
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Brain Teaser
Fun Factor
3/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
3/ 5
Level of Challenge
2/ 5
Storyline
4/ 5
This game could have been great. Opening scenes very exciting as far as story line, but then, it fizzled out, and I mean early. I quit after 30 minutes, of which approximately 10 minutes were non-playing video/cut scenes. There is very little to do as a player. Why even buy a game where there is nothing to do? I don't know why the trend of games goes this way today, but they seem easier and less interesting than ever. I have to assume people have said they like less challenging games. For me, this game is a snorefest. zzzzzzzzzz Not that I am such an accomplished player, but I do like at least a little challenge.
I don't recommend this game.
-3points
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Beyond: Light Advent Collector's Edition
Beyond the sky lies a thrilling adventure... and a deadly threat!
Overall rating
3/ 5
7 of 17 found this review helpful
Looks good, plays ok
PostedJuly 25, 2015
lionscat
fromIn a dark room trying to stay cool. Dang its hot here!
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Fun Factor
3/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
3/ 5
Level of Challenge
3/ 5
Storyline
4/ 5
You already know the basics, so I'll just state my opinion on certain aspects of the game, based on playing the demo to its end. It took me 59 minutes, no skipping, no sparkles. Used one hint in a HO scene.
1. You can skip the dialogue, just click on the screen. It worked for me, anyway.
2. Imagine how stupid it would be to try to open an alien space craft by dropping a beam on it. Or how about pulling a helmet off an alien. Some very bad things could happen, to you and/or the alien.
3. The morphing objects are in the HO scenes. I prefer them in the open areas. More stuff to do.
4. As far as I can tell, the only way to move from area to area is through the map. Also, you don't seem to be able to go back to areas that the map shows have been completed.
5. The game is very linear. You must do things in a certain order, which takes some of the fun out it for me. I like not knowing what I need to do next, because then I have to figure it out.
6. Mini games in the demo were very easy.
7. There are collectibles and achievements.
8. This game is lovely to look at, I really enjoyed the graphics. For those who care, the voices were very well done.
Try this for yourself; if you are an experienced gamer, it might be a little easy for you, but with the great sale, it might be worth it, if only because the story is so different.