JeansLady1's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:4.3
- Helpful Votes:2,686
- Reviews Submitted:171
- First Review:April 14, 2015
- Most Recent Review:March 25, 2025
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Enter a fantasy world, where a young elven princess and her fawn friend oppose an evil that threatens to consume the Kingdom in this exciting time-management game
Overall rating
5
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5
36 of 45 found this review helpful
Instant Buy
PostedMarch 2, 2019
JeansLady1
fromWichita, KS
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
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 had the joy of beta testing this game. I keep a log of the games I beta test and make a note for each one. Beside the title of this game I had written "Buy this one!" I found it to be everything joybelle has already written about. It's a terrific TM game with lots of features to keep you entertained and engaged. I'm one of those folks who does not play for the 3 Star goal. I tried that once and it took all the fun out of the game for me. I want to take my time and soak it all in. I'm big on graphics and details in each scene/level and playing in a mode that is timed takes all of that away from me. In many TM games, there is still the strategy/challenge of doing things in the right order so I don't have to replay a level.
I recommend this game!
Your favorite puzzle-solving ghosts are learning about the ancient art of Alchemy in this match 3 adventure!
Overall rating
5
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5
15 of 19 found this review helpful
So happy to see #8
PostedFebruary 20, 2019
JeansLady1
fromWichita, KS
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
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 was ecstatic when I saw Laruaville 8 as the new game. I immediately downloaded it, played 3 boards, and bought it. This is an astonishingly terrific and exceptional series. The quality and fun have not diminished over the years. I'm always excited to see what new features have been added and I'm never disappointed. Over the past couple of weeks I've been wishing we'd get a new Laruaville or Spellarium. I never expect a Cursed House except around Halloween. These three M3 games are so unique and by far my very favorite M3 games. Nothing else compares to them, IMO. I always remind new players that it's all about the coins. Concentrate on eliminating them above all else, no matter what else is happening on the board. To those who have been frustrated by learning how to play this game, please do NOT forget to click on the question mark in the upper left corner for some terrific instructions and illustrations showing how to play. Personally, I like the in-game help - even though I have been playing this series for a very long time. In all of my BF reviews, I don't think I've ever used the word "addictive," but that's what this game is for me, along with Spellarium and Cursed House. This game is a 5+ star game for me.
I recommend this game!
The Halfling tribe is looking for a new home after losing the old one in a volcano eruption in this time management adventure!
Overall rating
3
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5
23 of 26 found this review helpful
One really irritating thing for me
PostedFebruary 12, 2019
JeansLady1
fromWichita, KS
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
4
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5
This is a middle of the road, okay TM game. It's not the worst, but not the best. Graphics are good, tutorial is also good. I played a few levels and bought it since there was a good sale so I could complete my punch card; but would never pay full price for it. There is one thing that drives me up the wall to the point that sometimes I have to mute ALL of the sounds. Every time you click on something, the worker will reply with something like "okay" or "wow" or "humm" and a few other unnecessary utterances. Making a comment now and then is okay, but not every single time you click on something for a worker to do - especially when you are running multiple workers. I know I'll finish it at some point in time, but because of the constant chatter I'm sure I'll play it for shorter periods of time between other games when I want to switch from one game to another for a change of pace. I'd give it a 3.5 star rating if one was available. I am recommending this game because other than the annoying constant chatter, I can play and enjoy it. The BF intro says they are a "joyful little tribe." They are, in reality, total chatterboxes.
I recommend this game!
Pursue a snow-white deer through an enchanted forest and uncover a mystery in the days of King Arthur! Answer the call of a king and begin the hunt!
Overall rating
5
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5
10 of 11 found this review helpful
My second New Yankee
PostedJanuary 25, 2019
JeansLady1
fromWichita, KS
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
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 one other New Yankee game and thoroughly enjoyed it, so I was delighted to see another one become available. The graphics are terrific and there is a good mix of the familiar and new features. There's a good variety of things to do and fun characters to work with. The choice of bonuses and the mini-games are great features, too. I'm still laughing at the sound the workers make when they run into the "baddies." It hasn't gotten old yet. I'm also glad that this TM goesn't have as much chatter by the workers as some other TM games do. The repetitive sounds get old really fast, so I'm glad these workers are mostly mum. This is a thoroughly enjoyable TM game experience.
Rise up against robot troops that are crushing the kingdom you love!
Overall rating
4
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5
5 of 6 found this review helpful
Horrible voice overs for the most part
PostedJanuary 17, 2019
JeansLady1
fromWichita, KS
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management, Word
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 downloaded the trial version and purchased the game at the end of the trial, so I can't complain too much about it. The graphics are terrific. I like everything about how the game is set up, but it has some of the worst voice overs ever. They are so phony sounding for the most part. One or two of the characters sound fine, but the bad ones make me want to turn the sound off. It sounds like they use just a few people to voice multiple characters. The voices are familiar from other games. Most things are made to sound soooooo dramatic instead of realistic in tone. But I decided not to let that one glaring irritation deter me from an otherwise good game that I enjoy playing. I wasn't going to write a review on this game, but when another reviewer mentioned the voice overs, I decided to support that observation.
I recommend this game!
Join Ariadna and help her discover the power within herself. Only she can unite the worlds and save them from falling into chaos!
Overall rating
5
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5
27 of 31 found this review helpful
New features make it fun
PostedJanuary 8, 2019
JeansLady1
fromWichita, KS
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
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 all of the Hiddenverse games except for Tale of Arianda, so when I saw this newest addition, I immediately downloaded the demo. I played a few levels and purchased it. I was very curious about what new features they might add to make it different from previous versions. They did indeed add new features, which pennmom has described in detail, so I won't repeat those. I've been playing mostly TM games for the past several weeks, so Hiddenverse is a nice way to take a break from the TM genre for a little bit here and there. Hiddenverse games are always great quality and entertaining. This new one is no exception. If you have enjoyed them in the past, you will enjoy Rise of Ariadna, too.
I recommend this game!
This town was cursed and has been a haven of evil spirits. Banish them in this spooky match 3 game.
Overall rating
5
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5
25 of 29 found this review helpful
I've been watching for Cursed House 6
PostedOctober 31, 2018
JeansLady1
fromWichita, KS
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management, Word
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
Beginning the week leading up to Halloween, I hoped every day that I would see a new Cursed House. I have Cursed House 3,4,5 and knew I would add 6 whenever it appeared. I was delighted to see it and downloaded the trial version a few minutes after it became available. After playing it for a few minutes, I purchased it. There really was never any doubt that I would get it. This is one of my very favorite game series, hands down. I agree with another comment here that it never gets old - it's a unique match 3 and the hidden object, find-the-difference and solitaire games that occasionally pop up are fun, too. It's a nice variety. As has been said here and in other Cursed House reviews - remember that it's all about the coins. No matter what else is going on in the game, target the coins and you will win the level. This game is a total delight.
There are others who do a superb job of going into great detail about the game, so I will leave that to them. I really do recommend giving this game a try. There's a lot going on; but over a period of time, if you hang in there I think you'll be hooked on this game series, too. Don't get discouraged quickly.
I recommend this game!
Help the Viking Brothers defend their home as a mythological race threatens to change their world forever!
Overall rating
5
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
My first TM game ever
PostedOctober 25, 2018
JeansLady1
fromWichita, KS
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Word
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
Like a great number of you, I've played many hundreds of games - of all types; but I've never purchased a TM game before. I've been seeing the different series and have watched the ratings and reviews over the years. I finally decided to dip my toe into the TM genre and I ended up getting this game. I have a list of others I want to eventually try. This is a really cute and fun game. I'm so glad I selected it as my first TM game. Graphics are great and the story line is fun and engaging. The tutorial and helpful hints at the beginning of each level were helpful. My only "thumbs down" is that this developer, like most others, sometimes takes the text off the screen way too quickly. The gamer should always be the one to decide when he/she has had enough time to read everything, not the developer. Overall, I relied heavily on the star ratings and reviews of other players when deciding which TM to get. I only play untimed games. I won't even try the trial version if there is no untimed option available. I play games to relax and have fun; not to get tense and wound up by trying to beat the timer. I want to take in all the details of a game while I'm playing. I have no interest in TM games where you own a flower shop or pizza parlor or any game with the word frenzy in the title. This is the type of TM game that appeals to me the most. This game has been a huge amount of fun so I wanted to make sure it got another well-deserved 5 star review.
I recommend this game!
The Kingdom is in chaos! Lady Sarah, the savior of the kingdom has been poisoned! It's up to you to find the culprit in this exciting hidden object adventure.
Overall rating
5
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5
14 of 15 found this review helpful
Fun new features
PostedOctober 3, 2018
JeansLady1
fromWichita, KS
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Puzzle, Word
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
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5
Others have gone into great detail about the new game features, so I won't repeat those. But, I will say that I was very pleasantly surprised when I saw the new additions. I have three of the Hiddenverse games so when I tried this one out, I thought "What can they do to make this one different?" because I don't like a lot of repetitive stuff game-to-game in a series. The devs really did "upgrade" this new one with fun and interesting features. I am really enjoying it.
I recommend this game!
Indian Legends Solitaire
Go on a breathtaking solitaire adventure and discover the treasure of the lost city!
Overall rating
5
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5
9 of 10 found this review helpful
This is a good solitaire game, IMO
PostedSeptember 27, 2018
JeansLady1
fromWichita, KS
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Word
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
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5
I disagree that this game is designed for children, just because of the cartoonish design/graphics. I am on level 108 and I have no idea how many more levels there are. I agree with another review here that I find it difficult to earn 3 stars. I am settling for 2 in this game some of the time, especially if I am low on coins to buy power ups on the left side of the game screen. I enjoy the big bold colors and the fun characters. It's a nice change from some of the dark story lines in many of the HO games that are offered. Sometimes I want to just relax and have fun without burning a lot of brain cells. On some levels, there are 3 requirements that have to be met to advance to the next level. Some of those do not require you to take every card in order to advance. I have found this to be a really fun and relaxing game overall.
I recommend this game!