JulzCat's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:4.5
- Helpful Votes:835
- Reviews Submitted:312
- First Review:October 21, 2015
- Most Recent Review:April 6, 2025
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Mystery Cookbook
Help cute critters work together to prepare the finest cuisine in this sumptuous feast of Hidden Object fun!
Overall rating
3
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5
4 of 5 found this review helpful
Too Much Talk, Not Enough Cheese!
PostedSeptember 14, 2016
JulzCat
fromCharlotte, North Carolina---USA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
Grim Tales: Bloody Mary
(66)Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
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5
This was a cute little game, particularly for children. It just wasn't for me.
This was an "old school" HOG. All scenes were timed, and you had to find cheese in order to replenish your hints. A couple of times I needed hints, and there was no cheese to be found. There were a few puzzles, but they were so simple, you won't even need a "skip" button. Also, the dialogue ran on fairly long, but you have the option to skip it.
My biggest beef with the game was that sometimes the objects you were looking for were improperly labeled. For example, they called a broom a mop, and they called a jar a can.
Not bad for an older game, the artwork was lovely, but it's not one I will be repeating again.
Royal Trouble
Princess Loreen and Prince Nathaniel have been kidnapped, and need your help to escape from a mysterious dungeon!
Overall rating
5
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
These Two Just Can't Get It Together!
PostedSeptember 12, 2016
JulzCat
fromCharlotte, North Carolina---USA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
Abandoned: Chestnut Lodge Asylum
(219)Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
This game was LOADS of fun! I love games where you play two separate characters that have to work together from a distance to help one another, and this one certainly didn't disappoint!
It was funny, original, and despite what the other reviewers here are saying, it took me quite a while to get through the whole thing. I thought the dialogue went on a bit long, but you can quickly click through it if you like.
The hints and skips come available fairly quickly if you need them. I enjoy hints the way they have them set up, where it gives you just a piece of information at a time, so you can hopefully come to it on your own.
I can't wait to play the next one and see what happens with the wacky couple!
I recommend this game!
Abandoned: Chestnut Lodge Asylum
Face your fears and unravel the mystery of the abandoned asylum!
Overall rating
5
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5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
A Dead Body Around Every Corner!!!
PostedSeptember 9, 2016
JulzCat
fromCharlotte, North Carolina---USA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
Otherworld: Spring of Shadows
(153)Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
5
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5
This is one of the first "Haunted Insane Asylum" games that I ever played, and it STILL holds up as one of the best!
Given that it's a few years old, there is no map (and it's a BIG world) and the hints aren't always helpful. Big Fish has an excellent walk-through for this game, which I used several times.
The cut-scenes is this game were wonderfully frightening! What I found most interesting was the patient rooms where the poor inmates were "forced" to face their fears. I enjoyed the "explosive" ending as well.
I recommend this game!
Otherworld: Spring of Shadows
Use a mystical locket to explore a magical world and save a young girl in Other world: Spring of Shadows!
Overall rating
5
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5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
Watch Out For The Creepy, Eyeless "Shade"!!!
PostedSeptember 7, 2016
JulzCat
fromCharlotte, NC
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
The Fool
(93)Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
5
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5
I hesitated to begin this series, since I knew Big Fish cancelled the series before it was completed, but I certainly didn't regret it.
This game was rather lengthy and chocked full of activities for a standard edition. There were LOADS of achievements to be had. My favorite was when I tried to use my knife to shear the sheep, and I was given the "meanie" award, LOL!
What struck me as unique about this game is that you used the same knife and pitcher throughout the ENTIRE game. It's always kind of bugged me that we throw away objects in these games that we usually need a few minutes later. I also liked the hidden object scenes. It wasn't just the usual pile of junk, but each and every HOS was different.
I found the "shade" to be rather creepy! If you have too many "mis-clicks" on the HOS, then it comes jumping out at you!
All in all, I found this game to be very entertaining and definitely worth the purchase.
I recommend this game!
The Fool
Help The Fool become a hero and save the beautiful princess Catherine from the jaws of a terrible dragon!
Overall rating
5
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5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
A Fool And His Princess Are Soon Parted
PostedSeptember 5, 2016
JulzCat
fromCharlotte, NC
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
Bridge to Another World: Burnt Dreams
(36)Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I really enjoyed the humor in this game.
Even though there ARE hidden object scenes in this game, it felt more like a large file adventure game. Hints and skips are available for puzzles and hidden object scenes, but if you have trouble finding something to complete your task, you're on your own. Big Fish has an excellent walk-through that helped me several times with this.
I particularly liked it when the Fool has to go about in disguise. I've always enjoyed dressing up my characters in games.
I recommend this game!
Bridge to Another World: Burnt Dreams
Can you defeat the mist and find your lost brother?
Overall rating
5
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
A World Where "Playing With Fire" Is Actually A GOOD Thing!
PostedSeptember 3, 2016
JulzCat
fromCharlotte, NC
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
League of Light: Dark Omens
(48)Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
5
/
5
This game definitely scores points for originality. There are many games where someone is pulled into a dream world, but this is the first I've seen where you have to paint pictures and set them on fire in order for that dream world to come to life! Visually stunning and not too difficult to play. You can customized your own settings (which is the best), and there's a map where you can move around. You'll also have a cute little dragon companion. Really enjoyed it!
I recommend this game!
Epic Escapes: Dark Seas
You among other passengers are trapped and to be able to escape you need to discover the secret of the Dark Seas!
Overall rating
3
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5
7 of 8 found this review helpful
Great Story, Ancient Graphics
PostedAugust 31, 2016
JulzCat
fromCharlotte, NC
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
League of Light: Dark Omens
(48)Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I like the story line of this game, and the upside-down ship was really cool, but the graphics were ancient and the game was incredibly short.
If you're in the mood for an "old-school" HOG, this game is for you. There are limitless hints, no time limits and it's very relaxing. Just don't expect much more than that.
League of Light: Dark Omens
The mysterious League of Light has chosen you as their newest member. Are you up to your first assignment?
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
I Want to Be A "League Of Light" Member!
PostedAugust 30, 2016
JulzCat
fromCharlotte, NC
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
Dark Arcana: The Carnival
(150)Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
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5
This game was incredibly fun! It was filled with hidden object scenes where the objects actually interacted with one another (IHOGs), and not just your usual pile of junk. Every scene in the game was LOADED with puzzles. The map was VERY helpful, especially given the enormous castle you were running around in (you could jump around on the map too, thankfully). My favorite part, though? The baby Griffin...what a cutie!
I recommend this game!
Dark Arcana: The Carnival
Find the woman who disappears in the Hall of Mirrors. Investigate two worlds: the Carnivals of Good and Evil!
Overall rating
5
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5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
If You Like The Weird Park Series, You'll Love Dark Arcana!
PostedAugust 29, 2016
JulzCat
fromCharlotte, NC
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
The Book of Desires
(101)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
This game was exceptional! It's more than just a "carnival" game, it also has a unique back story and an amazing romp through the "underworld" version of the carnival.
In addition to the "happy ending" you get with reuniting a mother with her child, you also get the bonus chapter that reunites the two star-crossed lovers.
I recommend this game!
Princess Isabella - A Witch's Curse
Help Princess Isabella lift the evil curse that has been placed on her castle! Solve perplexing puzzles and save her friends!
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
A Personal Fairy Always Helps!
PostedAugust 29, 2016
JulzCat
fromCharlotte, NC
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
2 Tasty
(38)Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
I've always enjoyed this game. Piecing together the mirrors, the multiple abilities of your "helper" fairy, and the reveal of the BEAUTIFUL rooms all combine to make this an excellent game. That is one big castle to explore!
I recommend this game!