DZukowski's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:3.8
- Helpful Votes:105
- Reviews Submitted:6
- First Review:June 28, 2012
- Most Recent Review:August 6, 2024
- Featured reviews0
DZukowski's Review History
Grab your hiking boots for an enchanting hidden-object adventure!
Overall rating
3
/
5
Too hard for casual HO players
PostedAugust 6, 2024
DZukowski
fromFlorida, USA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
1
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
1
/
5
This review is for the free trial of the game. I found it entirely too hard to find items. The items are poorly rendered and very difficult to see, even with 20/20 vision! Instructions are minimal. I won't buy it.
I don't recommend this game.
Feed the hungry masses on a tropical luxury cruise!
Overall rating
4
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5
Wonderful! Has a few bugs, though.
PostedJanuary 9, 2024
DZukowski
fromFlorida, USA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, 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 have played this game through more times than I'm willing to admit! There are a couple of bugs, though with the "rewards" tally. I'm one of those people who want the "perfect" game. Unfortunately, the "blog posts" counter has a tendency to get stuck.
The game play, however, is flawless. Great fun!
I recommend this game!
Mediterranean Journey
Take a tour of the Mediterranean in this beautiful hidden object adventure!
Overall rating
5
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5
58 of 61 found this review helpful
HOG heaven!
PostedFebruary 14, 2020
DZukowski
fromFlorida, USA
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
4
/
5
I missed these types of HOG's since most nowadays have evil storylines with a different type of puzzle. This is a return to basics: a game where you can select "relaxed" to look your fill and where the graphics are clear. There is a zoom option to help as well.
The only reason I rated this 4/5 on storyline and level of challenge is that there isn't a whole lot of story other than notes about the area and what can be done there. It's more like a travelogue. In relaxed mode, the level of challenge is perfect since it's not too easy that I click-click-click but it's not too hard that I have to use hints, either.
Play your cards right and you might escape the zombie apocalypse! Biting humor and fun card game action await you in Zombie Solitaire.
Overall rating
5
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5
39 of 43 found this review helpful
A Zombie Apocalypse you WANT to see!
PostedOctober 2, 2013
DZukowski
fromFlorida, USA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Time Management, Puzzle, Mahjong
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
This review is based on the demo.
STORY: Zombie Solitaire makes light of a serious subject: What will we do when the world turns to zombies from eating tofu burgers? Culinary tastes aside, the answers arrive in the form of a map that guides you from home to a safe house. 5 stars!
GAMEPLAY: The only negative thing I can say is that there is only the standard (one up, one down) style of solitaire. You hardly miss alternate versions, though. The game is packed full of fun special cards that allow you to nudge the cards a little in your favor while taking out zombies that block your way. Gold stars are the currency here, and gameplay gives a generous pocketful. Use them to buy special cards to help you out of sticky situations. 5 stars!
VISUAL/SOUND: "Zombie" music plays throughout the game. Music and sound effects are great, adding to the fun. The artwork is clear and each card has a zombie on it, enhancing the experience that you are truly getting rid of zombies along the way. 5 stars!
CHALLENGE: As mentioned earlier, there is only one style of solitaire. Alternate games would have been nice, but with all the fun it's not a big issue for me. The challenge factor will vary with your experience playing this type of solitaire. 4 stars!
OVERALL: This one's a keeper! After playing the 1 hour demo, I intend to buy the game. Thanks, Big Fish, for offering a light, fun alternative to the dark HOG's you've been featuring recently.
I recommend this game!
Enjoy 50 levels of rollicking time management fun, learn the heroic ways of the Vikings and experience an epic story of love, valor and legend!
Overall rating
4
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5
6 of 14 found this review helpful
Relaxed Mode? I don't see it.
PostedApril 12, 2013
DZukowski
fromFlorida
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I downloaded this game because of another reviewer who said they played it on "relaxed mode". I don't see that as an option. I am waiting for a TM game of this ilk to offer relaxed....
I recommend this game!
A unique adventure game containing a perfect balance of mind-bending puzzles and classic Hidden Object game play.
Overall rating
2
/
5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Save your money!
PostedJune 28, 2012
DZukowski
fromFlorida
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Time Management
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I downloaded the game when it was the daily special. When my hour was up, I paid the low price which I now regret. Within another 5 minutes, I got into what looked like the last puzzle and the game locked up. At the end of each section, you must find 5 pieces of the pharaoh's mask. Then, you move the mask into a slot to open the doors to a riddle scene. I was in the riddle scene and clicked on the journal to review the clues. When I closed the journal, I was back at the door with the slot for the mask, but with no mask! I had to end the game by closing the window.
I started a new game and had an exception error when I got to the same screen.
It was not even worth the daily special price.
The scenes are mainly "spot the differences", as others have said, and I enjoyed the game while it worked. It goes quickly since the items/spots flicker after a very short time.
Save your money, though. Wait for another daily deal.
I don't recommend this game.