crypsynight's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:3.8
- Helpful Votes:1,230
- Reviews Submitted:176
- First Review:January 9, 2012
- Most Recent Review:October 4, 2024
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World's Greatest Cities Mahjong
Learn about the greatest cities in the world while playing through amazing Mahjong levels in World’s Greatest Cities Mahjong!
Overall rating
2
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5
8 of 11 found this review helpful
Below Average
PostedJanuary 12, 2012
crypsynight
fromWestern Australia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Marble Popper, Mahjong
Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
I normally love mahjong games - but this one fell short.
I just didn't find the game captivating - just repetitive and boring.
Whilst there was a few twists to the standard mahjong game, such as selecting the one on the board that doesn't have a pair, or selecting only from a particular side of the board, it still lacked any real entertainment.
There were no bonuses for such things as selecting tiles in groups, and each level just seemed the same as the previous with a few more tiles.
Basically it just lacked whatever it is in a game that makes it addictive, challenging and fun.
I just didn't find the game captivating - just repetitive and boring.
Whilst there was a few twists to the standard mahjong game, such as selecting the one on the board that doesn't have a pair, or selecting only from a particular side of the board, it still lacked any real entertainment.
There were no bonuses for such things as selecting tiles in groups, and each level just seemed the same as the previous with a few more tiles.
Basically it just lacked whatever it is in a game that makes it addictive, challenging and fun.
I don't recommend this game.
World Mosaics 5
After restoring the Atlantis World Museum you have been accepted into the Grand Pelasgian University to become an apprentice in Chronology!
Overall rating
3
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
A fun little time-filler.
PostedJanuary 12, 2012
crypsynight
fromWestern Australia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Marble Popper, Match 3, Mahjong
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
A fun game to play whether it be for 5 minutes or 50 minutes - loads quickly and no true storyline to remember.
The puzzles themselves were generally very easy, and the game lacked any real challenge. No incentive to improve on your best score, or time taken, or errors made - once the puzzle is completed it goes straight to the next one.
I've seen some amazing pictures done with this style of puzzle - but none in this game.
But despite its downfalls, it was still very enjoyable to play. Found myself going "just one more, then bed" over and over again - very addictive.
The puzzles themselves were generally very easy, and the game lacked any real challenge. No incentive to improve on your best score, or time taken, or errors made - once the puzzle is completed it goes straight to the next one.
I've seen some amazing pictures done with this style of puzzle - but none in this game.
But despite its downfalls, it was still very enjoyable to play. Found myself going "just one more, then bed" over and over again - very addictive.
I recommend this game!
Brink of Consciousness: Dorian Gray Syndrome Collector's Edition
Help Sam rescue his love Anna in Brink of Consciousness: Dorian Gray Syndrome, an incredible Hidden Object Puzzle Adventure game!
Overall rating
5
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Superbly sinister!
PostedJanuary 11, 2012
crypsynight
fromWestern Australia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Marble Popper, Mahjong
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
Amazing game!
Terrific graphics, captivating storyline, good length...in fact I really can't think of anything that I didn't like about it.
The bonus chapter carried on from when the main story finished, yet was set in a whole different location so was equally captivating.
Even the Extras were worth a look - especially "Oops" under the "unknown Oscar" tab. Got a laugh out of me!
If I was to recommend only one game - this would be that game.
Terrific graphics, captivating storyline, good length...in fact I really can't think of anything that I didn't like about it.
The bonus chapter carried on from when the main story finished, yet was set in a whole different location so was equally captivating.
Even the Extras were worth a look - especially "Oops" under the "unknown Oscar" tab. Got a laugh out of me!
If I was to recommend only one game - this would be that game.
I recommend this game!
Mystical Island
Reunite Rick and Caitlin in Mystical Island, an incredible Hidden Object game! Get rick off of a tropical island and get him home!
Overall rating
1
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5
3 of 4 found this review helpful
Just awful!
PostedJanuary 11, 2012
crypsynight
fromWestern Australia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Marble Popper, Mahjong
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
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5
Level of Challenge
1
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5
Would be one of the worst games I've come across for incorrect spelling, appalling grammar, and incorrectly named items - just shocking!
And if you can get past that, you've got a straight HOG with nil excitement level.
I managed a full 24 mins before I hit the delete button.
And if you can get past that, you've got a straight HOG with nil excitement level.
I managed a full 24 mins before I hit the delete button.
I don't recommend this game.
Shadow Wolf Mysteries: Bane of the Family Collector's Edition
Return to the De la Fer estate to help the count unravel the curse that has been passed down through his family!
Overall rating
4
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5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
Enjoyable, but nothing new.
PostedJanuary 9, 2012
crypsynight
fromWestern Australia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Marble Popper, Match 3, Mahjong
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Same excellent calibre I've come to expect with all ERS games. Followed on nicely from the first story. Lovely graphics and interesting storyline. Puzzles were relatively easy, but none were 'new'. Music was a little annoying.
Would have liked the game to be a little longer - bit on the short side.
Bonus chapter, whilst enjoyable, didn't seem to run with the story line - almost like an alternative ending.
Still, overall, a most enjoyable game.
Would have liked the game to be a little longer - bit on the short side.
Bonus chapter, whilst enjoyable, didn't seem to run with the story line - almost like an alternative ending.
Still, overall, a most enjoyable game.
I recommend this game!
Grim Tales: The Legacy Collector's Edition
After being invited to the Christening of your sister’s son, you arrive to find a deserted estate! Save your sister before it’s too late!
Overall rating
5
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5
15 of 16 found this review helpful
Great Game!
PostedJanuary 9, 2012
crypsynight
fromWestern Australia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Marble Popper, Match 3, Mahjong
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
I enjoyed this more than 'The Bride' [which in itself wasn't bad either]. Was a decent length, with a variety of HOGs and puzzles. Some of the puzzles were very easy - others, not so much - with a lot different from the 'standard ones' in most CE calibre games. Storyline generally flowed well, and was interesting.
Bonus chapter was a little short, but still enjoyable. Neatly followed on from storyline [if you don't think too heavily on 'present altering past' outcomes], but wasn't essential to overall story.
Bonus chapter was a little short, but still enjoyable. Neatly followed on from storyline [if you don't think too heavily on 'present altering past' outcomes], but wasn't essential to overall story.
I recommend this game!