lwxb's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:2.7
- Helpful Votes:91
- Reviews Submitted:25
- First Review:October 17, 2014
- Most Recent Review:July 7, 2024
- Featured reviews0
Overall rating
2
/
5
Beautiful Graphics, Horrible Execution
PostedJuly 7, 2024
lwxb
fromCalgary AB
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
2
/
5
This game has great visuals but, the objectives are so ridiculously unclear that all you end up doing is clicking everywhere and trying to use every item in your inventory everywhere to no avail, All you can do is repeatedly ask for hints and then try to figure out how you would ever realize that's what you had to do. I like a challenge but, come on, give me some idea of what I should do beyond randomly trying everything possible.
I don't recommend this game.
There's a puzzle around every corner in this unique and a-"maze"-ing adventure!
Overall rating
5
/
5
Fantastic Game and Great New Genre
PostedApril 14, 2024
lwxb
fromCalgary AB
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
While I enjoy the standard Big Fish fare (HOPs, adventure games etc.), I have been waiting for what seems like years for a new genre of game and Luxis delivers in spades! I was surprised by the short demo (only 15 minutes) but, in that time, I got through eight levels and got so addicted I could hardly wait for the full version to download and install. Despite others saying this game is hard to figure out, it's very intuitive and the few levels I have played so far have been a great tutorial. Just remember that you're trying to get out of a maze and you have to be the same color to pass through a wall. Thanks Big Fish for putting out something truly new and innovative!
I recommend this game!
Overcome ever-present horrors in a haunted house full of mysteries!
Overall rating
5
/
5
Great Little Game
PostedJanuary 6, 2024
lwxb
fromCalgary AB
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
What a fantastic little game this is. It is so different and entertaining. My only complaint is that it is too short. At the end, it says more levels coming soon and, I sure hope that's the case. Love this game, please give us more!
I recommend this game!
A puzzle game filled to the brim with charm, inventive puzzles and a whole load of cookies!
Overall rating
1
/
5
Don't Even Bother
PostedApril 2, 2023
lwxb
fromCalgary AB
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
1
/
5
Nothing funny, cute or entertaining about this game. Tutorial is non-existent and useless and the game is a complete waste of time. Come on, Big Fish, you are better than this!
I don't recommend this game.
Can you restore your town's faith in the spirit of Christmas?
Overall rating
1
/
5
10 of 11 found this review helpful
Do Not Bother with This One
PostedDecember 10, 2022
lwxb
fromCalgary AB
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
/
5
Storyline
1
/
5
I was so disappointed with this game. I always look forward to the Christmas Stories game every December and they are normally fun and very entertaining. This one really missed the mark. It is way too short and has a disjointed storyline. Puzzles are no challenge and the whole thing is drab and a waste of time.
Do not waste your time or money on this one and, Elephant Games, please do better next year.
I don't recommend this game.
Can you solve the mystery of the mansion?
Overall rating
1
/
5
1 of 4 found this review helpful
Where Are the Doors?
PostedNovember 20, 2022
lwxb
fromCalgary AB
With a game called 100 doors, I was expecting at least some sort of "escape room" dynamics. Instead, I get fairies that need help with HOPs and then witches that need help with HOPs. Please, what a waste of time.
I don't recommend this game.
Extraterrestrials have arrived! Fortunately, they’re not here to invade, they just want to observe. Can you find them all?
Overall rating
1
/
5
0 of 5 found this review helpful
Nope
PostedJanuary 16, 2022
lwxb
fromCalgary AB
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Large File, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
1
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
1
/
5
Really? I love HOP games but this one fails on all levels. Monochrome, not engaging, slapped-together game that is completely unsatisfying.
A vengeful monster has found a way to stop Christmas!
Overall rating
2
/
5
12 of 17 found this review helpful
Buggy and Not Their Best Effort
PostedDecember 20, 2021
lwxb
fromCalgary AB
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Brain Teaser, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
2
/
5
I have played all of the Christmas Stories games and this is, by far, the worst one. The characters are not very engaging and the story line is the same old trope from every other HOP I've seen lately. In the past, you could at least count on the Christmas Stories to have a different twist to put you in the Christmas spirit. Not this one. Worst of all, I got almost to the end but did not pick up the broken figurine's leg before Hans returned to the lair so now I cannot get back to the box to pick it up. There's no way I can finish the game and I'm certainly not going to play through the whole thing over again. Waste of money and time.
I don't recommend this game.
Follow Iselin on an adventure like no other, explore a magical land to stop the witch Aradia, find hidden objects, and solve challenging puzzles.
Overall rating
1
/
5
2 of 3 found this review helpful
Glad I Didn't Waste Money on This
PostedJuly 21, 2021
lwxb
fromCalgary AB
Favorite Genre(s):Brain Teaser, Hidden Object, Large File, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
1
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
1
/
5
Got 15 minutes into the trial and could not go any further. My inventory was glitchy and showed two copies of shears, both saying 1/4. I had nothing I could do anything with and going to every available scene and clicking hint got the "there is nothing to do here" message. Game has been deleted.
I don't recommend this game.
Stake your claim in the New World in a swashbuckling time management adventure for every age!
Overall rating
5
/
5
17 of 17 found this review helpful
Finally a TIme Management Game with a New Twist
PostedApril 3, 2021
lwxb
fromCalgary AB
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I'm a big fan of time management games and this one is great. It has all the standard mechanics of a regular TM game but also gives you a lot more choices as to which resources you collect/produce and this is critical. The game adds the element of a market where you can sell your goods to make money (different resources are worth different amounts depending on the level so be sure to keep an eye on the market - think TM meets Tradewinds). Be careful though, sometimes you need to keep some raw materials to produce more valuable resources.
This is a really engaging game and I hope to see more TM games like this in the future.
I have seen some complaints about the sea battle levels but, really, they're no different than the "mini-games" in other TM games and are more of a distraction than anything. If you like TM games and are looking for a new twist, this game is definitely for you.
I recommend this game!