cheshirerose's Profile
 
 
 
Stat Summary
 
  • Average Rating:
    4
  • Helpful Votes:
    187
 
  • Reviews Submitted:
    27
  • First Review:
    December 22, 2011
  • Most Recent Review:
    November 29, 2020
  • Featured reviews
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cheshirerose's Review History
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 Tales of Sorrow: Strawsbrough Town
Tales of Sorrow: Strawsbrough Town
An old woman tricks Melissa into wearing a cursed ring that makes her go into an everlasting sleep. Use magical potions and spells to save her from the curse!
 
Overall rating 
It was OK.
3 / 5
4 of 7 found this review helpful
Only played the demo but
PostedAugust 19, 2012
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cheshirerose
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Puzzle
Fun Factor 
OK
3 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
OK
3 / 5
Level of Challenge 
OK
3 / 5
Storyline 
OK
3 / 5
I won't be buying this game. The graphics and sound were so-so but that doesn't bother me if I like the game play. You can't click through the dialogue, which I really hate as I'm a fast reader so it's a drag waiting for the game to move on. Some of the mini-games are fun but the design is frustrating. For example, in one (the door to the secret room) the controls are really awkward and, after fiddling with them for a bit and making a little progress, I accidentally clicked out of the puzzle. When I went back in I had to start the puzzle over! At that point I knew this game is not for me.
I don't recommend this game.
+1point
4of 7voted this as helpful.
 
 Grim Facade: Sinister Obsession Collector’s Edition
Grim Facade: Sinister Obsession Collector’s Edition
Can you uncover the truth before you become the next page in the killer’s diary?
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
2 of 9 found this review helpful
Another winner!
PostedJuly 6, 2012
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cheshirerose
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
 
Current Favorite:
Royal Detective: The Lord of Statues Collector's Edition
4.7 out of 5(279)
 
 
 
 
 
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
The original Grim Facade is one of my favourite games - I have played it over again several times which is a real indicator of value for me, so I was very excited to see the sequel. I haven't finished it yet, but so far it hasn't disappointed. Nice variety in the challenges, good mix of HOS and adventure type action, and I love that you can click through the dialogue as I'm a fast reader. Looking forward to the weekend so I can immerse myself in the Sinister Obsession....
I recommend this game!
-5points
2of 9voted this as helpful.
 
 Victorian Mysteries: The Yellow Room
Victorian Mysteries: The Yellow Room
How did the attacker escape a room locked from the inside?
 
Overall rating 
Liked it!
4 / 5
3 of 4 found this review helpful
Enjoyable diversion
PostedApril 18, 2012
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cheshirerose
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Puzzle
 
Current Favorite:
Mystery in London ™
3.9 out of 5(30)
 
 
 
 
 
Fun Factor 
Good
4 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Good
4 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
This game was not excessively challenging, but not so easy that I lost interest. I love the storylines based on literature - especially those that aren't supernatural or of the paranormal. The only time you choose the dialogue was in the very beginning; after that, the dialogue flowed of its own accord and the scenes weren't too long and drawn out. It was quite short, as some games go, but was an enjoyable way to spend a few hours. My only complaints are that you can't jump to locations on the map and that when finding multiples of the same item, (for example, pieces of a letter), while the inventory tells how many you HAVE it doesn't specify how many you NEED so I found myself running back and forth a lot.
I recommend this game!
+2points
3of 4voted this as helpful.
 
 Big City Adventure: London Story
Big City Adventure: London Story
Fitzpatrick McGovern is long gone, but his mysterious lost legacy is still out there! Find it in Big City Adventure: London Story!
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
5 of 5 found this review helpful
Loved it!
PostedFebruary 13, 2012
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cheshirerose
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Good
4 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
I always enjoy the Big City games, but the storyline brought a new dimension of fun. And being set in London was a HUGE plus!! I love the historical tidbits and the game play was very enjoyable. It was hard to tell what to do at times but once I got the map figured out it was pretty plain sailing. I have a feeling this is one I will be playing over and over again.
I recommend this game!
+5points
5of 5voted this as helpful.
 
 Three Musketeers Secret: Constance's Mission
Three Musketeers Secret: Constance's Mission
Experience the classic tale of the Three Musketeers from Constance’s eyes as she works as a secret agent for the queen!
 
Overall rating 
Liked it!
4 / 5
35 of 46 found this review helpful
Relaxing and Entertaining
PostedJanuary 23, 2012
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cheshirerose
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
Fun Factor 
Good
4 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
OK
3 / 5
Level of Challenge 
OK
3 / 5
Not a big challenge, most puzzles very easy - though the needed objects can be very hard to see due to the unspectacular graphics. The storyline is entertaining, if utterly ludicrous at times. I enjoy the historical/literary games (even though wildly inaccurate) and a plus is the lack of supernatural/paranormal overtones which I'm soooo sick of. All in all, just an easy quick game that I found enjoyable.
I recommend this game!
+24points
35of 46voted this as helpful.
 
 Mystery in London ™
Mystery in London ™
Explore the city of London through 360-degree photographs and investigate it`s notorious past in this great Hidden Object mystery.
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
43 of 47 found this review helpful
My favorite game ever!
PostedDecember 22, 2011
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cheshirerose
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Puzzle
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
I bought this when it came out over 3 years ago and I have been playing it regularly ever since. I love the photographs of real locations and the snippets of history and trivia that you are given about each place. Despite having played it so many times, each time I play there are some objects listed that I have never been asked to find before so the it stays challenging and fresh. LOVE IT!!!
I recommend this game!
+39points
43of 47voted this as helpful.
 
 In Search of the Lost Temple
In Search of the Lost Temple
Anna needs to find the Lost Temple to save her grandfather from a terrible curse! Help her in this exciting Hidden Object game!
 
Overall rating 
Hated it.
1 / 5
8 of 11 found this review helpful
Unplayable
PostedDecember 22, 2011
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cheshirerose
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Puzzle
Fun Factor 
Awful
1 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
OK
3 / 5
Level of Challenge 
OK
3 / 5
Just look at the blog tips to see what's wrong with this game. It has a terrible glitch in it that stops many players about 20 minutes or so into the game. Might have been good but I, for one, was unable to find out because all my efforts to find the 3rd herb were to no avail.
I don't recommend this game.
+5points
8of 11voted this as helpful.