Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
4/ 5
Visual/Sound Quality
4/ 5
Level of Challenge
5/ 5
Storyline
3/ 5
First let's address the "not enough materials to finish the first level" situation. The solution is found within the tutorial screen, so if you did not read it most likely you want complete the level with any stars. Hint: Build the burning houses first, the materials needed to complete the level are there. However, if you think the first level was frustrating I can't wait to read what you think about what follows. I did not go far in the demo, had to replay every level. If you're looking for a challenge don't give up on this game. One plus factor, it"s not a CE and with a little tweaking this game has potential.
Thought I add my beef here, too since there is no other place to post, here we go. You are charging tax on free games earned, why? Besides not wanting to charge a small amount to my credit card (ie., $2.00), I'm paying you guys a monthly fee and it is supposed to be free! This make no sense!
I've have played BF games for 5+ years and have never written a review....until now. After reading the reviews and playing the game, including the bonus levels, it became clear that most who have written their review "may not" have gone beyond the trial levels. What reviewers have stated is right on point, I just want to add additional info:
Yes, it's true the game is easy in the early levels. As one reviewer described it "I didn't have to pause the game to take notes, I just started writing notes while I waited for the resources I had selected to be gathered". I had to smile at this statement because it's so true! However, as you progress it does get more challenging.
There is a strategy guide, click on the "?" in the upper left corner, you may need or choose to use, as you progress.
Strategy is required on advanced levels. While I was able to get 3 stars on some levels, some of those stars were earned by replay. There are levels that I replayed and still could only get either one or two stars. May have to refer to the strategy guide to get 3 stars.
The bonus levels are difficult, although I managed to get 3 stars on 2 levels, on most of the BL I struggled to get 1 star. On one level I did not complete in time, that's right....zero star. The good news is you can move to the next level even if you manage not complete in time, with no stars.
In summary, this game for me is colorful, challenging, entertaining, and at times mind boggling. So much to do and so little time to do it. Don't underestimate this game based on the demo, its deceiving.