tesamoine's Profile
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- Average Rating:3.4
- Helpful Votes:4,958
- Reviews Submitted:539
- First Review:March 13, 2013
- Most Recent Review:April 22, 2025
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Nevertales: Shattered Image Collector's Edition
Save your daughter from a mysterious mirror-hopping monster!
Overall rating
2
/
5
12 of 20 found this review helpful
Not an interesting game at all
PostedJuly 19, 2014
tesamoine
fromJersey Girl
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
/
5
Storyline
2
/
5
I usually love games from this developer, as they usually bring quality and challenging games to the table. I disliked this game from the beginning. The use of pink/purple colors was annoying. The sound effects were ho hum. The puzzles, which I usually have difficulty with, were simplistic. I will give credit to the developers for the HOS. They were interesting. I could not follow the story or even give a hoot about the story from the opening cut scene. You do get a map, which was nice. There is a customizable mode of play. There is a journal. There are collectibles and achievements. However, for me, without a story I can follow and become interested in, it doesn't matter what else is included in the game. At the end of the demo, I did not care what happened to Alice. I was just glad the demo was over. For me, this is a no purchase, in either CE or SE form.
I don't recommend this game.
Sea of Lies: Nemesis
A series of unexplained deaths baffle authorities, and you’re called in to investigate.
Overall rating
4
/
5
23 of 28 found this review helpful
Story was captivating, but game was very easy
PostedJuly 19, 2014
tesamoine
fromJersey Girl
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
Love this developer. Loved this game. HOS are unique and have a great variety of things to do. Puzzles are done with great artistry and even have sound effects. The story held my interest for the entire game, which is rare. Graphics were top notch. You do get to customize mode of play. You can switch to match 3 instead of the HOS scenes. The artwork was beautiful and the music was upbeat and apropos to the story. My one complaint would be that the game could have been a little more difficult. Other than that, I recommend this game without reservation. The CE DID have many extras, but the bonus chapter was not needed to have a conclusive ending. Either the CE or SE is a winner IMO
I recommend this game!
Sea of Lies: Nemesis Collector's Edition
A series of unexplained deaths baffle authorities, and you’re called in to investigate.
Overall rating
5
/
5
3 of 5 found this review helpful
Loved it !!!
PostedJune 20, 2014
tesamoine
fromJersey Girl
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy
Current Favorite:
Hotel
(26)Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
Love this developer. Loved this game. HOS are unique and have a great variety of things to do. Puzzles are done with great artistry and even have sound effects. The story held my interest for the entire game, which is rare. Graphics were top notch. You do get to customize mode of play. You can switch to match 3 instead of the HOS scenes. The artwork was beautiful and the music was upbeat and apropos to the story. My one complaint would be that the game could have been a little more difficult. Other than that, I recommend this game without reservation.
I recommend this game!
Shadow Wolf Mysteries: Under the Crimson Moon Collector's Edition
Is Martha really a werewolf - or has she been wrongly accused?
Overall rating
3
/
5
9 of 10 found this review helpful
Another cookie cutter ERS game.
PostedJune 9, 2014
tesamoine
fromJersey Girl
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
This is a definite improvement over the last 3 games in this series. Based on the dates they were released, however, there SHOULD be an improvement by now. I'm not a huge fan of ERS games. I find them all very similar and very simplistic. This was really no different. Yes, it was certainly an improvement over the 3rd in the series of the "Shadow Wolf" games, but it's nothing to write home about. The HOS were almost childlike. No lip movement, which drives me crazy. Puzzles were simplistic and I am not a puzzle buff. Graphics were the usual ERS graphics. Music was the usual ERS music. This game reminded me of one of the later Dark Tales games with the analyzer. I don't think this really merits CE standards. It was ok. I did play the other 3 and may eventually pick this one up on a DD. However, I wasn't impressed.
I don't recommend this game.
Myths of the World: Of Fiends and Fairies Collector's Edition
The rat catcher's after more than rats this time. He's kidnapping fairy folk!
Overall rating
3
/
5
7 of 12 found this review helpful
A beautiful game, just didn't interest me.
PostedJune 9, 2014
tesamoine
fromJersey Girl
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I am a huge fan of EIPIX games. This one got off to a very slow start for me. However, the graphics, music, colors, etc., were amazing. I loved the HOS and the puzzles. I could have done without the nonsense of the signet and I did not care for the choose your answer part. I did keep playing the demo though and the pace did pick up and interested me more. It could just be my mood of the day Not sure, but wasn't in love with the game. I liked it and loved certain things about it. I am holding off for the SE. When that comes out I will give it another try. Thus, this 3 star rating is based on what I thought, personally, of the game, and has no bearing on the high artistic quality of the game.
I recommend this game!
Haunted Hotel: Ancient Bane Collector's Edition
Guests keep disappearing from a gimmicky haunted hotel. Is there someone pulling the strings, or are these ghosts actually real?
Overall rating
3
/
5
8 of 8 found this review helpful
Not CE Worthy
PostedMay 30, 2014
tesamoine
fromJersey Girl
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
Even though I had tech problems playing the demo, I did play 60 minutes of the trial or thereabout. I love the original Haunted Hotel games, and the last one, Eclipse, was not bad at all. This one, however, looks like the team was on coffee break and the game was thrown together. The graphics are good. There are quite a few HOS and they are standard list. There are misspellings that make finding objects difficult. The mini games were difficult, not because of the nature of them, but because some of the directions were either wrong or impossible to follow. There are only about 10 or less achievements, all game related, and some artifacts to find. The game could have been so much more. There is absolutely no fright factor... such as eerie noises, a spooky ambiance, etc. I found myself slogging through the demo looking for anything at all to grab my attention. It lacked oomph and luster. With the tech issues, the lack of any CE bling, and the absolute dullness of the game, along with a large developer putting out a game with glaring translation errors, I don't recommend this game. Not as a CE, and probably not even as an SE.
I don't recommend this game.
Viking Saga: Epic Adventure
Go on an epic adventure around the globe in the name of love! Visit 4 continents and test your skills by completing 40+ cleverly designed levels!
Overall rating
4
/
5
8 of 9 found this review helpful
They're Back !!!
PostedMay 28, 2014
tesamoine
fromJersey Girl
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
This is a great installment to the Viking Saga series. It seems it's set (time-wise) between the 1st and 2nd game. (How he met his wife). There is a relaxed mode, with no timer. It says you can disable voices, but it didn't work for me. This one, I found, is much more difficult than the first 2. You really need to play ahead. I was very confused when I saw this release since the 2nd installment just came out in March. Now we shall know how Ingolf met his bride. I do like this series of TM games, and will purchase.
I recommend this game!
Haunted Manor: Painted Beauties Collector's Edition
A peaceful day at the park becomes a journey into the surreal when you become the latest victim of a troubled artist's deal with Death!
Overall rating
3
/
5
6 of 10 found this review helpful
Somewhat mediocre game, with way too much help on hardest mode
PostedMay 25, 2014
tesamoine
fromJersey Girl
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I did not care for the first 2 games in this series. Since this is a stand alone game, it doesn't really matter. I found this game to be mediocre. The story concept is great. I just think so much more could have been done with it. I actually liked the graphics. I found them appropriate to the story (dark, gloomy). The HOS were very very easy. Puzzles were of medium difficulty (for me). I did like the cutscene in the beginning explaining the story. The little bits of humor by Amelie were cute, but were incongruous with the story line here. The hint button should have been a creepy gargoyle or something of that sort instead of a giggling angel. I'm not bothered by it, however, it just doesn't fit. The map is basically useless. This game has a lot of locations. I rarely use the map as I like to wander and figure things out for myself, but in just 15 minutes I've traipsed through many locations. In this game, a map that shows active areas would have been helpful. I'm not really seeing the loading time between scenes. Maybe a second or so, but I can overlook that. I don't feel this game is CE worthy. The morphing objects and rosary beads... eh. I can do without looking for extra things. The bonus chapter has been reported to be less than 30 minutes long. That is not acceptable for a CE. This is one of those middle of the road games. Not great, not bad. Could have used more work or more inspiration. Also, on the most difficult mode, there was too much hand holding and glitter. That needs to be addressed by the developers in their next game. As a side note, I am glad to have this forum to see both the negatives and positives of games. Opinions are the right of reviewers. No one should have to defend their like/dislike of a game. With that said, I may take another look at this game when it is offered as an SE. For now, it';s a pass, as most of the games of late have been. Have a safe Memorial Day weekend and give thanks for those who gave all.
I recommend this game!
Royal Envoy 3 Collector's Edition
Embark on an exciting expedition to crack the intriguing puzzles of the past, while developing new lands for the kingdom!
Overall rating
3
/
5
8 of 12 found this review helpful
2 stars off immediately since this is a replica of the previous games.
PostedMay 22, 2014
tesamoine
fromJersey Girl
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy, Time Management
Current Favorite:
Exorcist 2
(53)Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I have the RE #1 and 2 (not Campaign for the Crown). This game is EXACTLY like the first 2. It does seem to get more difficult in the earlier levels. They claim there is a relaxed mode, however, all that means is that you can continue playing after the timer runs out instead of restarting. A true relaxed mode doesn't have a timer. There is a sort of strategy guide included, but I can't see how this is a collector's edition of any sort. I will be passing on this game as it is a replica of the first two (especially the 2nd one in particular). Also, I was taken right to the developer's site when I entered the game and the price for the game there was drastically lower. Just saying, although I don't intend to purchase it at either place. About the game itself, the graphics are clear and bright, the workers are the same, the kingdom is the same, Cedric is the same, and yes, the workers talk. Personally, if I don't like the music or sound effects of a game, I turn it down or off. So many larger problems this world is facing compared to the talking workers.
I don't recommend this game.
Hope Lake
Visit a boarding school abandoned after a terrible accident. Unravel the mystery of the loss of its former students.
Overall rating
4
/
5
23 of 27 found this review helpful
What has happened at Hope Lake?
PostedMay 21, 2014
tesamoine
fromJersey Girl
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy
Current Favorite:
Exorcist
(25)Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
I am reviewing this game for what it is: a simple SE with no frills attached. As a detective assigned to catch a serial killer, you find yourself at an abandoned boarding school where strange things have happened in the past. The game has an interactive jump map, 2 modes of play, a journal which lists your notes and tasks. You do get a flashlight to help out in the darker areas. This is a dark natured game and I found the dimness appropriate. There IS a click penalty for rapid clicking... I really dislike that. The puzzles, to me, were odd, in that I didn't quite understand what they wanted the player to do. I had no problem located objects in the HOS. There is quite a bit of adventure in the game. You do get sparkles in both modes and hints. It's an easy game, but I'm a sucker for dark, creepy games. I am interested enough after playing the demo to want to find out what happened and who the cloaked figure is. I had no tech problems. There is a very small delay when you change screens, but it isn't horrendous. I think this developer, if this is their first effort, did a good job on this. I would have liked more story, but perhaps that is learned along the way. I do recommend
I recommend this game!