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- Average Rating:4
- Helpful Votes:3,783
- Reviews Submitted:278
- First Review:September 14, 2015
- Most Recent Review:June 15, 2024
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Help stop a killer and keep an important scientific discovery from falling into the wrong hands!
Overall rating
5
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5
41 of 51 found this review helpful
Absolutely Loving this game!
PostedJuly 9, 2020
BooksandGameFan
fromJacksonville, Florida
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Word
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I'm absolutely loving this game and I intend on buying it just as soon as we have a good sales promotion. I normally do not buy the CE but I'm enjoying this Sci-fi-ish, medical-ish game and I don't want to wait until the SE comes out in a month.
The graphics are clear and bright, the hidden object scenes are fun and interactive and the puzzles are different and a whole lot of fun, with a few that take a bit of thought. I was amazed and delighted when a badge popped up saying I had completed 5 games without skipping unheard of for me.
I love games that take place in modern type environments and that's what this is, so far I've been in my apartment, and in a lab.
I just finished Family Mysteries Poisonous Promises and I really, really enjoyed that game. I noticed that many people did not like it but I thought it was great. I'm in the process of playing Echoes of Tomorrow which garnered a lot of high ratings so hopefully, I'll really enjoy this game too but so far I'm not enjoying it as much as Poisonous Promises and this game, but I heard it gets better as you move on so we'll see.
Yes, I highly recommend this game or at least demo it.
The graphics are clear and bright, the hidden object scenes are fun and interactive and the puzzles are different and a whole lot of fun, with a few that take a bit of thought. I was amazed and delighted when a badge popped up saying I had completed 5 games without skipping unheard of for me.
I love games that take place in modern type environments and that's what this is, so far I've been in my apartment, and in a lab.
I just finished Family Mysteries Poisonous Promises and I really, really enjoyed that game. I noticed that many people did not like it but I thought it was great. I'm in the process of playing Echoes of Tomorrow which garnered a lot of high ratings so hopefully, I'll really enjoy this game too but so far I'm not enjoying it as much as Poisonous Promises and this game, but I heard it gets better as you move on so we'll see.
Yes, I highly recommend this game or at least demo it.
I recommend this game!
A romantic spa getaway hides a terrible secret!
Overall rating
5
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5
24 of 28 found this review helpful
Hauntingly beautiful game!
PostedJune 30, 2020
BooksandGameFan
fromJacksonville, Florida
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Large File, 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 this game. The flow was great, most of what you had to do, what you had to find or where you needed to go made logical sense, a big plus in my opinion! The music and sound effects were perfect, mini-games not really my thing but they were ok, I Loved the hidden object scenes and I was glad there were so many, lately there have been less and less in the newer games. I sat and started playing this game and didn't want to stop until it was over, I'm so glad I got the CE so I could find out the actual back story and it gave me another hour of fun. There was also another bonus that was called the secret room, wasn't actually any room you just got to find a bunch of morphing items in 4 different rooms, that gave me at least another 15 or 20 minutes of added fun!
Yes I recommend this game.
I recommend this game!
Can you stop a deadly evil waiting in an abandoned school?
Overall rating
5
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5
5 of 5 found this review helpful
Mad Head hits it out of the dark with this game!
PostedJune 27, 2020
BooksandGameFan
fromJacksonville, Florida
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Arcade & Action, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, 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 this game and I'm so glad I purchased the CE edition because the bonus game ties everything up nicely.
The first game in a long time that I just didn't want to stop playing. I did get a bit confused during the last story but that's more because I kept forgetting I needed to put on those darn glasses. Which in a weird way made the game last longer and made it more fun. I loved the hidden object scenes the puzzles not my favorite part of any game, were a hit or miss so I played some I skipped some.
All and all I had a very good time playing this spooky little game.
The first game in a long time that I just didn't want to stop playing. I did get a bit confused during the last story but that's more because I kept forgetting I needed to put on those darn glasses. Which in a weird way made the game last longer and made it more fun. I loved the hidden object scenes the puzzles not my favorite part of any game, were a hit or miss so I played some I skipped some.
All and all I had a very good time playing this spooky little game.
I recommend this game!
A recent expedition uncovered unique, priceless artifacts, but at what cost?
Overall rating
2
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5
13 of 13 found this review helpful
This is the same Elephant that did the Surface games??
PostedApril 13, 2020
BooksandGameFan
fromJacksonville, Florida
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Large File, Mahjong, Word
Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
2
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5
Storyline
3
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5
I can not believe this is the same Elephant game designers that did the Surface games, Chimeras, and Mystery Tracker games. Well, to be fair the newer games in those series have also gone down hill, but this game is just plain stupid! The tasks you do, the things you use to get the tasks done and where you find the things to use to get the tasks done are just freaking stupid! I had to use the hint too many times as logic didn't work because like I said things were just stupid and illogical. The games and hidden object scenes were way to easy as well.
I love the character Rick Rogers, I loved the first game in this series the second game was not as good but not too bad and then we come to this game which is really, really awful!
I've been playing some older games recently and the contrast is startling. The games use to be so well made, the games and hogs were challenging and intellectually designed as well as a very nice long length, by comparison, it makes this and other newer games just seem so substandard!
I'm so glad I got this game in a bundle for free yesterday with their BOGO sale or else I really, really would have been mad as heck!
I love that most of the game takes place in a modern setting my personal favorite and something we don't see much of anymore, also I like being able to play as a handsome male with a lovely voice. but everything else about the game just stinks! No, I do not recommend this game.
I love that most of the game takes place in a modern setting my personal favorite and something we don't see much of anymore, also I like being able to play as a handsome male with a lovely voice. but everything else about the game just stinks! No, I do not recommend this game.
I don't recommend this game.
The search for a missing art critic uncovers an otherworldly web of lies!
Overall rating
4
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5
16 of 20 found this review helpful
A Great way to spend a couple of hours.
PostedFebruary 23, 2020
BooksandGameFan
fromJacksonville, Florida
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Large File, 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 actually enjoyed this game and found it a great way to spend a few relaxing hours.
I love any game that takes place in a modern setting and not in an ugly broken down bug-infested creepy building. I'm also a little tired of fantasy realms as well. Modern settings are rare in these games and I'm always happy to play one when I find one.
This isn't the best in the series but it wasn't bad at all, I quite enjoyed it.
The scenes, graphics, music, puzzles and hidden objects were all very well done.
I do recommend this game.
I love any game that takes place in a modern setting and not in an ugly broken down bug-infested creepy building. I'm also a little tired of fantasy realms as well. Modern settings are rare in these games and I'm always happy to play one when I find one.
This isn't the best in the series but it wasn't bad at all, I quite enjoyed it.
The scenes, graphics, music, puzzles and hidden objects were all very well done.
I do recommend this game.
I recommend this game!
The Christmas spirit is vanishing all over the world, but why?
Overall rating
5
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5
6 of 6 found this review helpful
One of the most beautiful games I've ever played. Filled with Christmas Cheer!
PostedDecember 22, 2019
BooksandGameFan
fromJacksonville, Florida
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Large File, Word
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
5
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5
I absolutely loved this game! It was one of if not the most gorgeous game I've ever played. It's full to the brim with all kinds of Christmas decorations and the attention to detail is pure perfection!
Was the game a little on the easy side? You betcha, but I play alone and also with the kids and grandkids so I like that they could also play with me or all by themselves Also at this time of year who really wants a really hard headbanging game, not me that's for sure. With all the shopping, wrapping, cleaning, baking, as well as working when I set down to play a game I want fun, beauty and enjoyment not something frustrating and this game delivered in a big way!! I'm so glad I purchased the CE edition!
The game really was not that much easier than most of the games I've played this past year, so I'm not really understanding all the negative reviews. It appears to me they needed to play this game more than I did because it's a game all about losing the Christmas spirit and I/You must bringing it back to the world!
I loved it so much I'm about to play it all over again. I say Thank You and Bravo to Elephant games! My favorite of all the Christmas games that have been put out so far.
I also loved the Puss in Boots, Gift of the Magic, Tin Soldier, and The Christmas Spirit: Mother Goose's Untold Tales, hated Christmas Stories: Nutcracker!
I highly recommend this game!
Was the game a little on the easy side? You betcha, but I play alone and also with the kids and grandkids so I like that they could also play with me or all by themselves Also at this time of year who really wants a really hard headbanging game, not me that's for sure. With all the shopping, wrapping, cleaning, baking, as well as working when I set down to play a game I want fun, beauty and enjoyment not something frustrating and this game delivered in a big way!! I'm so glad I purchased the CE edition!
The game really was not that much easier than most of the games I've played this past year, so I'm not really understanding all the negative reviews. It appears to me they needed to play this game more than I did because it's a game all about losing the Christmas spirit and I/You must bringing it back to the world!
I loved it so much I'm about to play it all over again. I say Thank You and Bravo to Elephant games! My favorite of all the Christmas games that have been put out so far.
I also loved the Puss in Boots, Gift of the Magic, Tin Soldier, and The Christmas Spirit: Mother Goose's Untold Tales, hated Christmas Stories: Nutcracker!
I highly recommend this game!
I recommend this game!
Can you right the wrongs of the past to save your world?
Overall rating
4
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5
13 of 13 found this review helpful
I'm happy I purchased this game.
PostedDecember 17, 2019
BooksandGameFan
fromJacksonville, Florida
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Large File, 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
3
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5
I'm happy I purchased this game as I quite like it. I am a big fan of AMAX games, especially the Redemption Cemetary games. I think I own all of them! I love their graphics and the sound effects they incorporate into their games. I love having the 3 different stories and 3 different people to help it makes the game far more entertaining and interesting. I'm a fan of most of their mini games as well and that's saying a lot because I usually skip them. The hidden object scenes were interactive and I really enjoyed that.
I enjoyed the game so much I played from beginning to end without stopping except to eat and I haven't done that in a while.
No need to buy the CE as the game wraps up nicely in the SE. Great game to buy on sale as I did but this one I would have actually paid full price for.
Yes, I do recommend this game.
I enjoyed the game so much I played from beginning to end without stopping except to eat and I haven't done that in a while.
No need to buy the CE as the game wraps up nicely in the SE. Great game to buy on sale as I did but this one I would have actually paid full price for.
Yes, I do recommend this game.
I recommend this game!
Can you help the train’s passengers save their holidays in time?
Overall rating
3
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5
9 of 12 found this review helpful
Sorry to say I was disappointed!
PostedDecember 6, 2019
BooksandGameFan
fromJacksonville, Florida
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Large File, Mahjong, Word
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
2
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5
Storyline
2
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5
I was so looking forward to this game but, sorry to say I was disappointed! The game was too easy, would be great for little children, except I don't think the story is good for little ones. Not certain if adults will like it this adult did not! Funny because I loved almost all the others in this series except Nutcracker which I really didn't like at all! I just played Christmas Stories: Alice's Adventures last week and it was so fun and one of the most beautiful games I've ever played!
. It's kind of the same old same old, find this put it here to open that to get something else to put it somewhere else on and on. The graphics were a bit fuzzy in places but for the most part everything was very festive and Christmasy and pretty to look at. The music was nothing to write home.
Don't know why but this game just did not pull me in and I had no real desire to keep playing, after about 10-15 minutes I was bored and deleted the trial. Try and see what you think you might enjoy it.
. It's kind of the same old same old, find this put it here to open that to get something else to put it somewhere else on and on. The graphics were a bit fuzzy in places but for the most part everything was very festive and Christmasy and pretty to look at. The music was nothing to write home.
Don't know why but this game just did not pull me in and I had no real desire to keep playing, after about 10-15 minutes I was bored and deleted the trial. Try and see what you think you might enjoy it.
I recommend this game!
Can you save your friend and escape from Acorn Hospital in time?
Overall rating
5
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5
31 of 34 found this review helpful
My second Favorite game of the year!
PostedDecember 6, 2019
BooksandGameFan
fromJacksonville, Florida
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Large File, 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 love Grandma games I believe I own almost every game they've made and never been disappointed but this game took it to a whole new impressive level!
I really, really enjoyed this game. I loved being given different questions and options that will affect the gameplay. I have to say I was extremely happy when I got the opportunity to save or not save Laura an annoying person who's presence I never fully understood. She had to go for a few reasons but mostly because she was really annoying! lol
The rest of the gameplay, graphics, music, scenery were just perfect! I loved talking to my secret helper using a beautifully ornate old fashioned pneumatic tube.
The graphics and music as always were just perfect. The mini-games were ok not my favorite part of any HOG, I loved all the hidden object games, they were so lovely too look at and the interaction was so much fun.
I played this game and the two bonus chapters nonstop due to the fun factor. I haven't done that in quite a while.
For me, this is a huge contender for the best game of the year. As always, great job Grandma games. BRAVO!
This is my second favorite game of the year after Brother Rabbit! I purchased the CE of this game and the bonus game was fun and interesting but not necessary. The SE version of this game wraps things up very nicely!
I highly recommend this game!
I really, really enjoyed this game. I loved being given different questions and options that will affect the gameplay. I have to say I was extremely happy when I got the opportunity to save or not save Laura an annoying person who's presence I never fully understood. She had to go for a few reasons but mostly because she was really annoying! lol
The rest of the gameplay, graphics, music, scenery were just perfect! I loved talking to my secret helper using a beautifully ornate old fashioned pneumatic tube.
The graphics and music as always were just perfect. The mini-games were ok not my favorite part of any HOG, I loved all the hidden object games, they were so lovely too look at and the interaction was so much fun.
I played this game and the two bonus chapters nonstop due to the fun factor. I haven't done that in quite a while.
For me, this is a huge contender for the best game of the year. As always, great job Grandma games. BRAVO!
This is my second favorite game of the year after Brother Rabbit! I purchased the CE of this game and the bonus game was fun and interesting but not necessary. The SE version of this game wraps things up very nicely!
I highly recommend this game!
I recommend this game!
The Christmas spirit is vanishing all over the world, but why?
Overall rating
5
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5
3 of 4 found this review helpful
One of the most beautiful games I've ever played. Full of Christmas FUN & CHEER!
PostedNovember 17, 2019
BooksandGameFan
fromJacksonville, Florida
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Large File, Word
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
5
/
5
I absolutely loved this game! It was one of if not the most gorgeous game I've ever played. It's full to the brim with all kinds of Christmas decorations and the attention to detail is pure perfection!
Was the game a little on the easy side? You betcha, but I play alone and also with the kids and grandkids so I like that they could also play with me or all by themselves Also at this time of year who really wants a really hard headbanging game, not me that's for sure. With all the shopping, wrapping, cleaning, baking, as well as working when I set down to play a game I want fun, beauty and enjoyment not something frustrating and this game delivered in a big way!! I'm so glad I purchased the CE edition!
The game really was not that much easier than most of the games I've played this past year, so I'm not really understanding all the negative reviews. It appears to me they needed to play this game more than I did because it's a game all about losing the Christmas spirit and I/You must bringing it back to the world!
I loved it so much I'm about to play it all over again. I say Thank You and Bravo to Elephant games! My favorite of all the Christmas games that have been put out so far.
I also loved the Puss in Boots, Gift of the Magic, Tin Soldier, and The Christmas Spirit: Mother Goose's Untold Tales, hated Christmas Stories: Nutcracker!
I highly recommend this game!
I loved it so much I'm about to play it all over again. I say Thank You and Bravo to Elephant games! My favorite of all the Christmas games that have been put out so far.
I also loved the Puss in Boots, Gift of the Magic, Tin Soldier, and The Christmas Spirit: Mother Goose's Untold Tales, hated Christmas Stories: Nutcracker!
I highly recommend this game!
I recommend this game!