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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Embark on an epic match-3 mystery and explore haunted caves under Cliffmont Castle!
Overall rating
5
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5
47 of 55 found this review helpful
Challenge galore the further in you get.
PostedApril 13, 2022
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Large File, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
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
Although I loved the first 2 games I was a little bit apprehensive as the first 2 games were almost identical so much so that I did not buy the second game.
The mechanics are similar but they have made an effort to make changes. It is never easy to make a great game even greater but in my mind they have done this.
They have added quests that get harder the more you get in to the game, they have also added a donkey that you need to keep feeding and re shoeing which I have not really got my head around.
As I said already the mechanics are very similat but this time the boards are all different and for me there certainly is no shortage in the challenge.
Every hour you can spin the fruit machine in the hope of getting a win.
I find the graphics sharper and the colors are nice and bright .
I just want to keep playing this game now .
As I said already the mechanics are very similat but this time the boards are all different and for me there certainly is no shortage in the challenge.
Every hour you can spin the fruit machine in the hope of getting a win.
I find the graphics sharper and the colors are nice and bright .
I just want to keep playing this game now .
They have made the battles much more fairer now and so far I have won every one wheras before it was virtually impossible to win. Have they made them too easy now? Only time will tell but before it was always on the enemies side or that is how it seemed.
One thing I do miss is the leprechauns banter. I know some will like it has gone but for me I found it very humorous
Try the demo but bear in mind you need to give it a good chance to get going as the first few levels are rather easy.
I recommend this game!
Around the World 2 with the Johnson Family
You’re invited to tour incredible destinations around the world while solving a variety of fun puzzles and mini games!
Overall rating
5
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5
24 of 29 found this review helpful
Another Developer Who Cares
PostedApril 11, 2022
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
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
Some may say that this is just the same as previous games from this developer but then others, me included think if something is working well, why change it?
Having said that this developer listens to what reviewers say and makes changes to improve without making drastic changes.
I love the morphing objects here, very well done for example a vinyl record changing to a CD and then back again and the great thing is if you still can't find the morphing object there is a hint just for the morphing object. How good is that ?
This is just me but I like to find the hearts, GPS, golden eggs and Morphing objects first before I tackle the other items.
For me it helps me but for others maybe not.
For me it helps me but for others maybe not.
I also like that you can skip a mini game straight away without having to wait 30 seconds or so. Others should take note of that, nothing worse than having to wait to skip a game you really do not like.
Sometimes you have to wait 60 seconds or more to skip. but not here.
Sometimes you have to wait 60 seconds or more to skip. but not here.
Another good thing for me is this is not a CE and yet still has plenty to do.
All in this is a great game, whether you want to relax and take your time or have more of a challenge.
One more thing, I was so pleased to see my beloved New Zealand featured so thankyou Dev's.
Try the demo and see what you think.
I recommend this game!
Join Tim as he sets out on a Match-3 quest to protect the fairies and put an end to a new menace.
Overall rating
5
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5
71 of 80 found this review helpful
Get your thinking caps on
PostedMarch 29, 2022
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
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
I really enjoyed the first game and this sequel does not let us down.
Often we get the same mechanics and very little change in some match 3 games. Not with this developer who really does his best to listen to his audience.
They have listened to what reviewers have been saying and made some improvements.
We now have a very comprehensive help section and some very challenging levels to keep us amused.
I am enjoying the mini games and of course the main game which as you progress becomes more and more of a challenge.
If stuck you can consult the help guide at any time which is a great improvement as I think some were a bit confused as to what to do in the first game.
The battles have improved and for those whom have not played this before the main object is to get Tim the cat to the fish and all sorts of obstacles are put in the way.
You can alternate between relaxed, timed and limited moves but for me I am happy with relaxed and this time the bonus explosions do remove crates that are in the way.
I am sure if you like a challenging M3 this will keep you occupied for a while.
Try the demo and see what you think but do persevere with it as 5 or 10 minutes does not really give you a good feel for the game.
Often we get the same mechanics and very little change in some match 3 games. Not with this developer who really does his best to listen to his audience.
They have listened to what reviewers have been saying and made some improvements.
We now have a very comprehensive help section and some very challenging levels to keep us amused.
I am enjoying the mini games and of course the main game which as you progress becomes more and more of a challenge.
If stuck you can consult the help guide at any time which is a great improvement as I think some were a bit confused as to what to do in the first game.
The battles have improved and for those whom have not played this before the main object is to get Tim the cat to the fish and all sorts of obstacles are put in the way.
You can alternate between relaxed, timed and limited moves but for me I am happy with relaxed and this time the bonus explosions do remove crates that are in the way.
I am sure if you like a challenging M3 this will keep you occupied for a while.
Try the demo and see what you think but do persevere with it as 5 or 10 minutes does not really give you a good feel for the game.
I recommend this game!
Join the Ghosts as they build a glorious recreation of the Wild West and challenge yourself to some incredible new Match 3 puzzles!
Overall rating
5
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5
35 of 41 found this review helpful
Love the wild west theme
PostedMarch 22, 2022
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
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
It is great to have another Laruaville and if you find the cursed house series too challenging then this will be great for you.
As far as I can see the only difference in the mechanics is that some of the gold coins drop from above wheras normally they are fixed in one place.
The graphics have improved and every layout is different so although there are no extra mechanics to deal with the old favorites are all there.
In the write up for the game it only mentions hidden object and spot the difference. You also get mahjong and the slider game that was added last game.
I will say at the moment I am not struggling at all with this game, having said that I feel it is good to have a more relaxed series so enabling people of different skill sets to have a go. It still is a challenge but a doable challenge.
The graphics have improved and every layout is different so although there are no extra mechanics to deal with the old favorites are all there.
In the write up for the game it only mentions hidden object and spot the difference. You also get mahjong and the slider game that was added last game.
I will say at the moment I am not struggling at all with this game, having said that I feel it is good to have a more relaxed series so enabling people of different skill sets to have a go. It still is a challenge but a doable challenge.
The wild west theme really appeals to me and I am enjoying the sliders that were put in at the last game.
You still need to think and maybe some may find it too easy but for me I am happy.
Try the demo out and see what you think. I am just glad we have a great game to play as they are a bit thin on the ground recently.
I would also like to add that things are a bit tough at the moment so showing support for developers that bring us games here will be much appreciated.
If you have a fault with a game please report it to customer services as it tells you to do when you make a review.
Take care all.
You still need to think and maybe some may find it too easy but for me I am happy.
Try the demo out and see what you think. I am just glad we have a great game to play as they are a bit thin on the ground recently.
I would also like to add that things are a bit tough at the moment so showing support for developers that bring us games here will be much appreciated.
If you have a fault with a game please report it to customer services as it tells you to do when you make a review.
Take care all.
I recommend this game!
A breathtaking voyage through dreams, reality, and places in between!
Overall rating
5
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5
27 of 33 found this review helpful
If I could give this game 10 stars I would
PostedMarch 18, 2022
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
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
I do not buy many Hopa games for the simple reason I find most of them very predictable and just too easy,
This game is different and I love different . As others have said do not let the one star reviews put you off, try the demo and see what you think. This is an amazing game and this developer has put a lot of effort in to making this game up there with the best.
I appreciate that not everyone will like this but to give this game 1 star ? Really?
I appreciate that not everyone will like this but to give this game 1 star ? Really?
This game is not easy and you have to think and if all else fails you can use the hint.
Plenty of humor , different types of hogs and puzzles all of which are a delight to do and not the normal boring things which is the reason I am not a great Hopa fan.
Plenty of humor , different types of hogs and puzzles all of which are a delight to do and not the normal boring things which is the reason I am not a great Hopa fan.
Now on to the developer. They do not do many games and we owe it to them to give our true feelings to enable them to develop which I know they will and hopefully stay around in these very trying times .
This developer cares and a caring developer is a great one to have around. Do we really want the same old stuff day after day?
I for one don't and if all hopas were like this then I will be a top fan, but as it stands I will keep them on my watchlist.
Try the demo and see what you think then make your own mind up. Reviews are a great help but some you need to take with a pinch of salt.
This developer cares and a caring developer is a great one to have around. Do we really want the same old stuff day after day?
I for one don't and if all hopas were like this then I will be a top fan, but as it stands I will keep them on my watchlist.
Try the demo and see what you think then make your own mind up. Reviews are a great help but some you need to take with a pinch of salt.
I recommend this game!
You’ll have to think fast to solve these colorful labyrinth puzzles and bring color to your world!
Overall rating
3
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5
28 of 37 found this review helpful
Has a lot of faults but I had to buy it.
PostedMarch 8, 2022
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Card & Board, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Any game that keeps me playing and wanting more when the demo runs out is worth me purchasing despite the many annoying things with this game,
By the way if you hit the return button then wait it will go back to the menu, bit of a time delay there.
I agree it does not seem to give any stars at all but the further in I got to this game the more challenging it becomes and all I was interested in was filling in all the color and trust me it becomes so challenging that at the moment all I care about is completing and moving on to the next level.
Although I am enjoying this I do not reccomend it as there is way too much that needs sorting out.
You can't replay a level once through and you can not set up other profiles, getting any stars seems non existent but I am happy just trying to get through.
Although I am enjoying this I do not reccomend it as there is way too much that needs sorting out.
You can't replay a level once through and you can not set up other profiles, getting any stars seems non existent but I am happy just trying to get through.
It needs a complete overhaul but the challenge is there and I will keep at it until I can move to the next level. For me that is the challenge and I have completely given up on getting any stars.
Dev's , it needs a lot of sorting out , as it stands although I bought it, many will not.
If you are prepared to buy this just to beat each level and are not bothered about stars then go for it, if not,forget it.
Dev's , it needs a lot of sorting out , as it stands although I bought it, many will not.
If you are prepared to buy this just to beat each level and are not bothered about stars then go for it, if not,forget it.
I don't recommend this game.
There's a gold rush coming, and it's your job to lead the way!
Overall rating
5
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5
91 of 113 found this review helpful
Even more to do in this 3rd episode of life on the railways
PostedFebruary 26, 2022
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
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
For those of us whom love TM games this is up there with the
best.
Even on relaxed this is a challenge and there is so much to do.
At first you may think it is very alike the previous games but this time there is much more emphasise on actually building the railway wheras before most of the railways were already built.
best.
Even on relaxed this is a challenge and there is so much to do.
At first you may think it is very alike the previous games but this time there is much more emphasise on actually building the railway wheras before most of the railways were already built.
Of course you have the usual things to do which make this game out there on its own really as the building of the railways and getting the supplies from trains you will be hard pushed to find in any other TM game.
One difference I like here is that you no longer have to get a rainmaker to make the trees grow, the rain comes automatically and the trees grow again free of charge.
The hidden owls I found relatively easy to find without the use of the guide just look for a clump of trees and hover the cursor around .If it is there it will pop up.
The hidden owls I found relatively easy to find without the use of the guide just look for a clump of trees and hover the cursor around .If it is there it will pop up.
One thing I did find strange in a funny way is the villain who does not want you to be successful in building the railways sells you the tools needed to carry on.
At the moment he is not really much of a villain.
At the moment he is not really much of a villain.
Tm's are not for everyone but neither are Hopas and paint games. We all have our favorites but if you love tm games you will love this one.
Try the demo and see what you think.
This developer and producer team make some of the best TM games out there so I thank them for all their efforts.
Try the demo and see what you think.
This developer and producer team make some of the best TM games out there so I thank them for all their efforts.
I recommend this game!
Push and Move objects to save animals and build a new Rescue center!
Overall rating
2
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5
13 of 14 found this review helpful
Disappointed
PostedFebruary 15, 2022
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
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5
Level of Challenge
2
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5
When I first saw this coming not long after the Rescue Adventure Marble shooter game I was looking forward to it.
However, the marble game was a challenge, this is not and I made a mistake by purchasing this as I thought it would become a real challenge like it's predecessor.
I am now half way through this game and it is just too easy (For me anyway)
It may appeal to someone with children but here is the downsight to that.
As far as I can see there is only one profile which is pretty useless if you want to let grandkids etc have a go.
It may appeal to someone with children but here is the downsight to that.
As far as I can see there is only one profile which is pretty useless if you want to let grandkids etc have a go.
This on its own is a big no no given the appeal it has for the younger generation.
The previous marble game had different profiles.
The previous marble game had different profiles.
Why then have they changed this?
Although it is called a push puzzle, there is a reference to a slider game. This is not a slider game that I am used to.
Although it is called a push puzzle, there is a reference to a slider game. This is not a slider game that I am used to.
You may well like this so do try the demo but for me it is a no which is a shame as the marble game was so good.
I don't recommend this game.
A relaxing color-linking puzzle game. Complete a variety of adorable pixel art puzzles and expand your knowledge with trivia and fun facts!
Overall rating
5
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5
21 of 30 found this review helpful
I love a challenge and something different
PostedFebruary 8, 2022
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
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
I will be the first to admit I am not much of a fan of art games but I am a puzzle geek.
This is not going to suit everyone and for some they may find the pixel art not up to a high standard but for me it is more about the puzzle aspect than the actual art.
This is a totally different way of doing things and at first you may think it is far too simple. trust me it's not.
You can choose which grid size you like but I would reccomend the 15 x 15 to start as this will get you used to how it works then try a different level.
The larger grid you choose the harder it gets and once you are dealing with lines to connect of 10 plus it becomes a real challenge and often I have to redo a section.
The larger grid you choose the harder it gets and once you are dealing with lines to connect of 10 plus it becomes a real challenge and often I have to redo a section.
I like the zoom and the autofill option for single numbers.
If you are struggling with the larger numbers try connecting the small ones first, I found this much more easier to tackle the larger lines.
It really is a case of starting off and getting the idea of it , it seems simple but it soon becomes extremely challenging, well for me it does and it is one of the few art games I want to keep playing.
It really is a case of starting off and getting the idea of it , it seems simple but it soon becomes extremely challenging, well for me it does and it is one of the few art games I want to keep playing.
Try the demo and see what you think but make sure you try a larger grid in your demo time as this will show you what's in store.
Maybe if we get another game they can work on improving the artwork but for a first time attempt I am enjoying this.
I recommend this game!
Explore hundreds of detailed aquatic levels and rebuild breathtaking waterscapes.
Overall rating
5
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5
41 of 51 found this review helpful
Just for Clarification
PostedFebruary 6, 2022
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Card & Board, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
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
I read with interest two reviews saying the CE is the same as the SE ?
All developers when they release a CE will follow up with a watered down SE version a few weeks later, this is the normal thing.
Some do not provide enough extras to make it CE worthy however this developer is one , if not the best of providing CE extras.
I own the CE and downloaded the SE and spent the entire time comparing the difference.
Yes the SE does have a lot of extras but The CE has an astounding amount of extras on top of that.
When you complete the already generous 200 standard levels in the CE you then open up a further 200 standard levels plus 5 more castles to build.
There is a section in the CE version marked Collectors edition extras, click on that and you will find much more.
everything virtually is doubled. Instead of 60 supersized levels you get 120, same goes with the match 2 and so on.
everything virtually is doubled. Instead of 60 supersized levels you get 120, same goes with the match 2 and so on.
So whatever version you go for you get your monies worth.
This developer is one of the best for this and long may they continue.
This developer is one of the best for this and long may they continue.
I hope this makes it a bit clearer
I recommend this game!