Cyril48's Profile
 
 
 
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  • Average Rating:
    3.9
  • Helpful Votes:
    13,522
 
  • Reviews Submitted:
    434
  • First Review:
    December 29, 2015
  • Most Recent Review:
    October 27, 2023
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Uncover the history and secrets of Fonts & Characters in a fascinating and unique platforming game!
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
21 of 23 found this review helpful
Certainly not garbage
PostedOctober 11, 2021
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Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Large File, Marble Popper, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Ok. first off, I appreciate BF putting a different type of game up.
Not the usual TM's Hopas. paint etc
One thing with me I like different. The thing is we all like different things and I for one find this right up my street. For me it is challenging and certainly not something I would label garbage.
There are certain games that I do not like at all such as art games, that is me but I certainly would not label them garbage .
I know a few developers who rely on reviews to be able to adapt their games as they care about their players. They also do get a bit down when they get bad reviews and they immediately think, where did I go wrong and what can I do to put it right.
In this case this is a game that will appeal to a certain type of people, some will like it, some won't but I think it is a bit unfair to label a game garbage and give it 1 star.
What I will say is take note of the more positive reviews, play the demo and try for yourself.
If you hate a game that much then do not comment or give a comprehensive review as to why you hate a game.
This takes some getting used to and Pennmom has described this game perfectly. It is not going to please everyone but for me,it is great.
I recommend this game!
+19points
21of 23voted this as helpful.
 
Enjoy a classic detective atmosphere while completing hundreds of challenging puzzles. Each jigsaw draws you right into the whodunit atmosphere.
 
Overall rating 
Hated it.
1 / 5
13 of 15 found this review helpful
Too much flashing (Not that type of flashing)
PostedOctober 5, 2021
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Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
Fun Factor 
Awful
1 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Awful
1 / 5
Storyline 
Awful
1 / 5
I agree with everything the others are saying but and maybe its me,one thing that really annoys me about these games which spoils my enjoyment if there ever is any, is that every time you place a piece, the screen flashes.
Maybe those with better eyesight do not mind that but for me I just do not see the point in having this flashing and I end up with sore eyes.
Last time I gave this Dev a 3 star because I just looked at the positives and myself and others mentioned this flashing and true to form with this Dev, they did not take any notice,
Sorry guys, back to 1 star
I don't recommend this game.
+11points
13of 15voted this as helpful.
 
Embark on an epic mosaic quest and help Juliette restore the balance of the magical Crimson and Azure Worlds!
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
23 of 26 found this review helpful
Another round of Applause for this Developer
PostedOctober 3, 2021
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Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Card & Board, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Excellent
5 / 5
I have all of this developers games and they are one of the best at everything they take on. From Solitaire,Match 3 to mosaics.
They really take their games seriously and whats even better, they listen and take on what the reviews say. Even the ones that criticise.
They then look in to what they can do to make their games more enjoyable.
Others will have mentioned the ins and outs of this game so I will not go there.
I will admit I am not a great lover of Mosaic games as I find they bore me very quickly or are too hard for me but this game is not too hard, not too easy, it is just right for me.
What I like about the story line is you can skip it but then return to any section of it in the options.
It really is a well thought out game and if you want to see something added, just ask and I am confident they will look in to it.
I recommend this game!
+20points
23of 26voted this as helpful.
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
60 of 64 found this review helpful
For me this game is ideal
PostedOctober 2, 2021
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Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Card & Board, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
I have the previous game and at first you may think it is exactly the same, same music, which incidentally I do not mind at all.
I know it is a Halloween theme but I am glad it does not have creepy music.
This developer has been listening as we now have a changeable curser plus you can replay the level as it now gives you the option at the end of each level but beware , if you decline that you can not return afterwards.
This is great for those who wish to replay the level and better their score.
There are some minor differences in features but all the levels are different and I wanted to play well in to the game before I gave my review.
I like that the power ups are limited and you do not have power ups that will wipe out a vast area of the game plus you can not remove cauldrons by explosion either which for me is good and just adds more to the challenge.
I really only use the shuffle which I find a great help when running out of moves plus you still have to figure it out.
The further in the more complex the game becomes and mainly I use relaxed but you can switch between the other modes and make other adjustments to get the game you want.
I find this very handy.
Now on to the usual question, is it CE worthy ?
For me yes.50 extra levels is a lot and the levels are becoming more involved and take longer so that alone is well worth it. This is just my opinion.
You have extra mini games, and also wallpapers that I can do without but what I do not like is you can not access any of this until you have completed the first 100 levels, not a fan of that.
When you pay extra for a CE you should be able to access things like wallpapers, mini games earlier but many Dev's are guilty of this.
Overall this game is just right for me. As I am always saying we are all different so this is not going to suit everyone but at least it is not the same old mechanics game after game after game.
Try the demo and see what you think. Several games lately, I have wanted to keep playing until I finish and this is no exception.
I recommend this game!
+56points
60of 64voted this as helpful.
 
Momonga is a unique, pinball puzzle game, where you bounce through different worlds, team up with friends, and defeat sinister enemies!
 
Overall rating 
It was OK.
3 / 5
46 of 53 found this review helpful
I love it and I hate it
PostedSeptember 28, 2021
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Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Card & Board, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor 
OK
3 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
OK
3 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
Bit of a strange title I know but there is a good reason.
I like something different and this game is different to what we normally get on here so well done for that.
A pinball game with a difference ,I am not a great lover of normal pinball as I get bored quickly but this takes you on an adventure and you progress through different scenes although there are only 9 of them.
I find it a bit awkward on my laptop as you need to use the up down left right buttons as the mouse does not work at all on here.
This game first came out in 2015 so hardly a new game but it is a new genre here.
At first I really enjoyed it but then after the first few levels I hit a problem for me.
I and I expect many others are not the quickest to respond with the flippers.
This would have been ok but for one major thing for me.
There are only 3 balls then thats it you have to restart the level.
I have played other pinball games where you can increase the amount of balls you have but there is no option here to do that neither is there a relaxed mode, you just get the 3 balls and I found this so frustrating the further you get in the game.
Constantly having to replay the same level over and over again is not my idea of fun.
If you are used to pinball then you should be ok but I just could not get any further than level 6.
I do feel they should have factored this in as I really like the concept of it but it is let down by the constant pressure that you only have 3 balls.
A great shame as I like combatting the owls.
Try it out you may like it.
As this game is 6 years old I very much doubt they will update it.
+39points
46of 53voted this as helpful.
 
It’s all hands on deck when an earthquake hits Coastland!
 
Overall rating 
Liked it!
4 / 5
37 of 42 found this review helpful
A valiant effort.
PostedSeptember 25, 2021
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Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Good
4 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Good
4 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
Not often I give this producer credit but this is not a bad game, it's not up there with the best and it is a similar copy to the other rescue series maybe due to the fact that Game on were the developers here who were also involved in that other series.
This is very confusing at first as there is so much going on right from the start and you need to get your head round this .
You need to get a build up of supplies from each building then destroy them and build others. You constantly need to get the helicopter deliveries coming in and the debris too although why you need debris to build buidings beats me ?
There are two levels ,timed and untimed and you can change from one to the other which I liked.
There is a strategy guide despite it not being mentioned in the write up.
This is not as polished as the other series and it can be confusing. The trick is to get in to a system of what to build first then knock down and you should be ok. Maybe an idea to start off in relaxed then try time later , you can go back to levels as well so you could keep it in timed as the level does not stop if you run out of time then return to get your 3 stars at a later time.
It is not my favorite rescue series but I enjoyed it .
Try the demo out but bear in mind you need to work out a routine . Its much better than what usually comes our way from this producer.
I recommend this game!
+32points
37of 42voted this as helpful.
 
Experience an original coming-of-age story in a magical realm!
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
109 of 114 found this review helpful
Please Note This Is NOT a Child's Game
PostedSeptember 23, 2021
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Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Excellent
5 / 5
Following on from an earlier game which got many reviews of 1 star claiming it was a child's game after 10 or so minutes of play when it was far from it, I once again reiterate that you need to play the whole demo.
This is a fantastic game but it is different and takes a bit of getting used to and yes it does have a childish feel but it is a fairy tale for adults, not children.
It is not really a hidden object game more a puzzle adventure game I just wish it would be called that and not hidden object. There are no actual hidden object scenes as you would expect in a proper HO game.
Do not let that put you off
This is retro in style which I like and there are no robot helpers and sparkles for every object you just need to click around but there are clues from Anna and if you hover over the objects you need to find, more hints are given.
There is also blue petals to find which when you have 5 will give you a clue.
The puzzles are quite difficult at times but you can skip them.
This may start off easy but it does get far behind a game for children.
It is a real challenge in a fantasy world and you can just take your time.
It is not going to suit everyone but I love it and am sure others will.
A little tip here which had me very confused and I ended up using a walkthrough to help me out.
You come across a saxaphone that when you operate it lets out musical notes. Will not say what to do only that the musical notes are a red herring.
As said if you are stuck there are some walkthroughs around.
For me this is such a great game and once you get used to it you should be fine.
Try the demo and it is important that you play the whole demo but for me this is an amazing game.
This is a relaxing game so if you are somone whom prefers more action this may not be suitable as we are all different.
Some like one thing and some do not.
Boring world if we all liked the same
I recommend this game!
+104points
109of 114voted this as helpful.
 
Look beyond the edge of usual and find mystical worlds full of magic, imagination, and relaxation as you reveal these incredible places!
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
49 of 52 found this review helpful
This developer always improves my day
PostedSeptember 20, 2021
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Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Excellent
5 / 5
One thing that puts this and a few other developers above the rest is they listen to the people who matter, you and me.
When the first game came out it was not that good and the reviews showed that,
This developer took in what each and every one of those reviews said and changed things, he even asked people via various forums what he could do to give us the best game he could.
The second game he took on all the reviews etc and it showed ,and each time another game came out he took on all the advise throughout and goes beyond the call of duty to provide us with the game we want.
If only other developers listen but alas with some it is like talking to a brick wall.
On to the game, they just get better and better.
I appreciate that jigsaws are not everyones thing but for me these games have everything I need in a jigsaw.
The pictures are amazing, there are so many variants that you can have to your puzzles. even lightening up the picture if you find it too dark.
If you like your jigsaws you will love this and also remember folks that people who give detailed reviews on here do it in their own free time to enable you to have a good insight in to the game. I respect each and every one of you for that.
One small thing that I found and it is not a problem at all and apparently is to do with the mechanics of the game and you can bet they will see if there is anything they can do is,
I wanted to try the rectangular pieces but once you enter the puzzle you can not change the shape of the piece. I did not like the rectangular pieces so wanted to change. The only way was to exit the puzzle and restart from scratch.
Not a problem but just wanted you to know that in case you were trying to do the same as I was.
There are so many wonderful puzzles to do here with mana to collect and scenes to build.
It really is worth buying and think how much all this would cost to buy actual jigsaws from a store.
This is a way to de stress and if you want a timer you can even add that.
Once again thank you to Graphium Studios , you have a fan for life.
Enjoy folks, I know I will.
I recommend this game!
+46points
49of 52voted this as helpful.
 
Embark on a journey across fantastic locations and see why hidden object players love Voyage to Fantasy.
 
Overall rating 
Disliked it.
2 / 5
33 of 39 found this review helpful
Could have been so much better.
PostedSeptember 18, 2021
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Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Poor
2 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
OK
3 / 5
I understand that there are folks who want a fast game but there are also folks who want to take their time and this is like incredibly fast after the first few levels and no way on earth will I keep up with this.
It has potential but gosh, you need to slow it down and give us a relaxed mode as well as a normal mode. Way too stressful to even complete the demo.
I know I tell people to complete the demo but I don't want a heart attack.
Please. please give us a relaxed mode.
I don't recommend this game.
+27points
33of 39voted this as helpful.
 
Can you save the day in your childhood hero's hometown?
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
77 of 87 found this review helpful
Does not deserve the poor ratings
PostedSeptember 16, 2021
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Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Time after time I tell people to play the whole demo and this game is a classic example of why you should do that.
This really is much, much better than all the 1 star reviews it is getting.
To be quite honest for me it is a 4 star but because of the bad reviews I give this 5 to hopefully boost up the rating.
If you, like me enjoy puzzles this is a wonderful game.
I agree it starts off very boring and slow but after about 20 minutes or so it is a puzzle geeks dream.
I have bought this and am now finding it extremely challenging, certainly not for children as some reviews would have you believe.
This is also different which I like and way better than recent different games we have been getting on here.
Apart from the hint button there are no clues, no sparkles to help you on the way. There are 3 modes which really only give you the hint button quicker and skip time quicker but what I like about it is you can change modes even in the middle of a level.
I am very confused re whats on offer for a CE and at the moment I just can't find any extras but I so enjoyed playing this game and being in Lockdown I wanted to continue with it.
If you like escape type games you will love this and please try the demo and see it through to the end.
You can skip the mass of dialogue which in the demo I encourage you to do as you need to see what this game really offers. The dialogue is not needed, well not as much as we are getting, thank heavens for the skip button,
I know for one, I am going to enjoy it.
I recommend this game!
+67points
77of 87voted this as helpful.
 
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