gladysschmuck's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:2.8
- Helpful Votes:1,118
- Reviews Submitted:71
- First Review:January 11, 2012
- Most Recent Review:September 10, 2025
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Can you save the city from an otherworldly predator?
Overall rating
4
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5
14 of 24 found this review helpful
Better than the last few weeks offerings.
PostedNovember 30, 2018
gladysschmuck
fromBooneyville Texas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
This game may not suit many but, to my thinking, it beats the too dark, literally and figuratively, dreck that has been offered the past few weeks.
In part because of my dark monitor, I'm always in favor of light and bright colors, regardless of subject, over dark.
Yes, the accents are abysmal (the aforementioned "Lion" for Lyon is a great example) but this isn't a Shakesperean play, it's a little game.
I dislike paranormal games but I'll buy this one because it's the first HOP game in several weeks that I've found the least bit appealing and viewable.
I recommend this game!
Help the Walker family clear through the clutter and find the necessary equipment to create the perfect children’s playground.
Overall rating
1
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5
36 of 43 found this review helpful
I don't buy timed games, period.
PostedNovember 7, 2018
gladysschmuck
fromBooneyville Texas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Puzzle
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
/
5
I prefer the other Clutter games but this one is acceptable. EXCEPT for the fact that timed levels are not an option. If you fail to finish in the given amount of time you have to start over. Nope, not going to start over and not going to buy this game for that one reason. Had there been an option to turn off the timer I would have purchased it.
I don't recommend this game.
Police inspector Linda Jones returns to her hometown to solve the mystery of her missing best friend in this hidden object detective game!
Overall rating
1
/
5
16 of 19 found this review helpful
Another day. Another game that's too dark to see.
PostedNovember 6, 2018
gladysschmuck
fromBooneyville Texas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
1
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
2
/
5
Butterfly? Really? Where? Oh, down there in the dark. Yes, I know my monitor is dark but goodness sakes, objects should be cleverly hidden not so dark you can't find them even with the hint. Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.
I don't recommend this game.
Three lifelong friends are about to embark on an amazing hidden object adventure through Acapulco.
Overall rating
2
/
5
21 of 23 found this review helpful
Game wants to be Vacation Adventures but fails miserably.
PostedOctober 17, 2018
gladysschmuck
fromBooneyville Texas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
1
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
No one can match the original for quality and entertainment value.
My chief complaint about this game is the graphics are just blurry enough to be very irritating.
I don't see the point of having a timer. This one doesn't keep you from completing the scene but it's also irritating. I do not like timers, period.
Then there is the too big string of letters. One must scroll back and forth. Not good.
Oh and awkward wording like "... leave our lives to our husbands." Huh?
This game can't hold a candle to Vacation Adventures.
I don't recommend this game.
After a vicious battle, Emperor Omadan must lead his people to seek a new home. Help them build a new empire in this match 3 adventure!
Overall rating
1
/
5
8 of 10 found this review helpful
Attractive and colorful game BUT
PostedOctober 8, 2018
gladysschmuck
fromBooneyville Texas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I don't play games with limited numbers of moves. Sorry, this is a pass for me.
I don't recommend this game.
Can you uncover the secrets behind the Giants' attacks in time?
Overall rating
5
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5
80 of 98 found this review helpful
I'm buying this one!
PostedSeptember 27, 2018
gladysschmuck
fromBooneyville Texas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
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 played the beta version and really enjoyed it. For me it's been a long dry spell since there was an HOP game I wanted to purchase. Thank you developers!
BTW some of us like fuzzy helpers.
You are sent to a remote island to solve a simple case that quickly turns into a cat and mouse game between you and the culprits.
Overall rating
4
/
5
20 of 23 found this review helpful
I agree with others who like this game.
PostedAugust 13, 2018
gladysschmuck
fromBooneyville Texas
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
I bought it because, as others stated, it's a straightforward murder mystery. No monsters, no royalty in distress, no paranormal tripe, no colored smoke, no evil elves, no ghosts, no spells.
I don't mind the rather dated looking figures, the less than stellar artwork, or the camera and other props. These are offset by the lack of other factors, mentioned above.
Thank you developers.
I recommend this game!
Can you keep the past from destroying the present?
Overall rating
5
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5
0 of 3 found this review helpful
Yes, I'm late to the game...
PostedJuly 22, 2018
gladysschmuck
fromBooneyville Texas
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
...quite literally I guess.
Considering so many negative reviews, I have to contribute my 2 cents. I thoroughly enjoyed this game! It was different, entertaining, humorous, and challenging. I highly recommend it for a delightful change from the norm.
I recommend this game!
As Cruise Director in charge, enjoy a truly sensational Cruise of a Lifetime aboard the fleet’s super luxurious flagship, USS Liberty of the Waves.
Overall rating
5
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5
98 of 112 found this review helpful
I'm always gonna buy these games!
PostedJuly 16, 2018
gladysschmuck
fromBooneyville Texas
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Match 3
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
Vacation Adventures and Park Ranger games are always fun and challenging. These games are must purchase for me.
My only complaint is that they only come out a couple of times a year. I'd like to see 4 a year. That's how much I enjoy these games.
Thanks developers for your work.
I recommend this game!
Help Clara and her adoptive father find the Mask of Seasons in this innovative match 3 adventure.
Overall rating
4
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5
4 of 7 found this review helpful
Level Complere????
PostedJuly 13, 2018
gladysschmuck
fromBooneyville Texas
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Family, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
Just had to point that out. Golly, with all the available whatever language to English translations out there wouldn't you think the developers could get that right?
I bought the game. It's okay. Graphics are clear, bright, and colorful.
I don't care about storyline - it's match 3 for goodness sakes. How much can the storyline matter?
I don't listen to any game's music so don't care about that.
I prefer the match 3s that have a bigger board but this one works for when I need to take a break from work.
I recommend this game!