maxbridge's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:4.6
- Helpful Votes:334
- Reviews Submitted:26
- First Review:May 27, 2012
- Most Recent Review:December 4, 2024
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Match tokens to break a curse that has cast a frozen pall over a once warm and lush land!
Overall rating
5
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Impressed - several modes - hours of fun
PostedSeptember 13, 2013
maxbridge
fromNZ
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management, Puzzle
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 started out thinking this was just another M3 game - but I was wrong - after finishing the Adventure Mode and enjoying the gorgeous graphics, the story line and the great mix of gameplay, I have now discovered there are so many more modes to play - this game is great value for money.
Most of it has already been said - but I love it!
Delightful music, lovely story, gorgeous little Flame "Friend" and much more challenging than expected.
This is one you will go back to again and again.
Most of it has already been said - but I love it!
Delightful music, lovely story, gorgeous little Flame "Friend" and much more challenging than expected.
This is one you will go back to again and again.
I recommend this game!
Help the old mayor and his rag-tag group of gold prospectors by building, fighting and trading.
Overall rating
5
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5
64 of 69 found this review helpful
So far - highly recommended
PostedJuly 1, 2013
maxbridge
fromNZ
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Strategy, Brain Teaser, Time Management, Puzzle
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 these builder type games, and this one has a quirky mix of building, strategy and opens with a fun hidden object puzzle. I've bought it although I've only played for an hour.
There are two modes - I started off thinking by about level 3 it was pretty tough and then realised I was playing in advanced mode. You can switch modes mid game which is great. I try each level in advanced, then restart if I don't make the gold star level. BUT you can switch modes and do the level in untimed mode and still make the gold star if it's too tough.
The graphics and characters are cartoonish and nice - it's bright colourful and cheery. I wasn't sure about the gun being brandished at the wolf/dog but turns out it's only to scare it so it runs away and clears the path so that's all cool!
With your stars you can also landscape and decorate the town.
Great for both modes of play, all levels of ability and all ages -- you can make it as easy or challenging as you want, so far the storyline is nice as you build the town.
I think the characters will develop more as time goes on but they are not intrusive and the game gets straight to the point.
I can definitely recommend this one!
Not looking good for getting my bookwork or housework done today.. (it's winter down here in NZ..!).
Not looking good for getting my bookwork or housework done today.. (it's winter down here in NZ..!).
I recommend this game!
Dark Dimensions: City of Ash Collector's Edition
A dark dimension has fallen over Phoenix Hill, turning its residents into volcanic ash. Help them rise from the ashes.
Overall rating
5
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5
6 of 7 found this review helpful
Love this Game and it's not that short!!
PostedJune 5, 2013
maxbridge
fromNZ
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Strategy, Time Management, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
5
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5
I think the reviews saying this is a short game is unfair - there are a lot of scenes, the graphics are splendid, the game has run faultlessly and it has given me many hours of fun and pleasure.
Maybe I am not as fast as some but there is a lot to this game and if you don't skip the puzzles or race through it is quite lengthy - I found it as long as many other CEs and the bonus game is awesome and quite long too - longer than many other bonus games I have struck.
Please give this a go - I think the developers deserve congratulations, I really loved it.
Maybe I am not as fast as some but there is a lot to this game and if you don't skip the puzzles or race through it is quite lengthy - I found it as long as many other CEs and the bonus game is awesome and quite long too - longer than many other bonus games I have struck.
Please give this a go - I think the developers deserve congratulations, I really loved it.
I recommend this game!
Overall rating
4
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5
13 of 17 found this review helpful
Give this one a fair go - I liked it!
PostedApril 9, 2013
maxbridge
fromNZ
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Brain Teaser, Time Management, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
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
Do try this one yourself - I really liked it too.
The challenge is there and once you get the hang of how it works, it is technically quite difficult. I stuck with each level during the demo until I got the three stars and it isn't easy.
Yes there is an element of luck as to the boxes you are dealt as it isn't always easy to get the right shapes but that is what makes it different.
With perserverance and practice you can get there. Easy and fun to carry on up the levels or you can stick with it until you get the gold stars.
It is clear and colourful, no storyline as such but it certainly requires skill.
As you build up the speed and apply the different lightning strikes it gets more and more dramatic and I liked the graphics and the flow. I found that I was really sorry when the demo finished so I've used a free game bonus to buy it and I'm looking forward to carrying on .
Give it a decent go yourself - I think that maybe some of the critics of this game have missed the point - it's fun and different and I enjoyed it more the longer I played.
The challenge is there and once you get the hang of how it works, it is technically quite difficult. I stuck with each level during the demo until I got the three stars and it isn't easy.
Yes there is an element of luck as to the boxes you are dealt as it isn't always easy to get the right shapes but that is what makes it different.
With perserverance and practice you can get there. Easy and fun to carry on up the levels or you can stick with it until you get the gold stars.
It is clear and colourful, no storyline as such but it certainly requires skill.
As you build up the speed and apply the different lightning strikes it gets more and more dramatic and I liked the graphics and the flow. I found that I was really sorry when the demo finished so I've used a free game bonus to buy it and I'm looking forward to carrying on .
Give it a decent go yourself - I think that maybe some of the critics of this game have missed the point - it's fun and different and I enjoyed it more the longer I played.
I recommend this game!
Rescue the princess, defeat the villain and save your homeland!
Overall rating
5
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5
47 of 53 found this review helpful
WOW - WHAT FUN - 1ST TIME MANAGEMENT GAME I'VE EVER BOUGHT!
PostedMay 28, 2012
maxbridge
fromNZ
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
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 haven't even read the other reviews - this is just a short quick review but
WOW - not usually my type of game but this one just makes me smile!
Clear sharp graphics, smooth scrolling and movements, colourful characters, great transition between levels (I haven't struck any glitches in the first version, but have just upgraded.
A really cool fun game! I certainly must congratulate the developers. Cheers.
WOW - not usually my type of game but this one just makes me smile!
Clear sharp graphics, smooth scrolling and movements, colourful characters, great transition between levels (I haven't struck any glitches in the first version, but have just upgraded.
A really cool fun game! I certainly must congratulate the developers. Cheers.
Help Coloropus save his girlfriend in this exciting adventure, puzzle game!
Overall rating
4
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5
4 of 4 found this review helpful
Addictive and original
PostedMay 27, 2012
maxbridge
fromNZ
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Hidden Object, Puzzle
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
4
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5
Like many others I was initially ho hum about this one as I couldn't quite get the point. But the idea appealed to me and after reading all the reviews, tips and messages from the developers I got the hang of it and now really enjoy it.
I suggest if the game appeals to you at all but you are frustrated, that you read all the forum messages (and thanks to the developers for responding so well#.
It is so nice to see a completely original game concept these days. The cartoon graphics are clear, the game is bright and cheerful and the storyline is cute. I bought it and am glad I did. It is certainly not easy but you can pick up where you have left off #now I know how to save the game!).
It is so nice to see a completely original game concept these days. The cartoon graphics are clear, the game is bright and cheerful and the storyline is cute. I bought it and am glad I did. It is certainly not easy but you can pick up where you have left off #now I know how to save the game!).
I would love to see it re-released with clear instructions as I suspect that a lot of people out there would really love it but dropped it out of sheer frustration.
I do recommend it if you want a thinking puzzle type challenge and something really different.
I do recommend it if you want a thinking puzzle type challenge and something really different.
I recommend this game!