JeansLady1's Profile
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- 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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Visit a creepy castle and solve tricky match-3 challenges to banish evil spirits.
Overall rating
5
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5
20 of 21 found this review helpful
More than 5 stars
PostedDecember 6, 2021
JeansLady1
fromKansas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, 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
I have all of the Cursed House games and will be adding this one to my collection. I am always amazed that this developer continually and constantly finds ways to add new elements to each game version to keep it fresh and challenging. I agree with HeavenBound and Cyril in their great reviews. I also agree with Cyril that if you have never tried this series, starting with an earlier version would probably be a good idea. I've played them all and when the opening level of this game popped up, my first thought was "Oh my goodness, what do I do with this?" I hit the "hint" button and it was beautifully explained and I was off to the races. I've always said that the only problem I have with these games (and Larauville) is that I can't stop playing them. I switch into a totally obsessive mode when I hit the "play" button. Don't call and don't write because I won't answer while I'm trying to get all those coins. These are such superb games. Kudos to the developer for such a fabulous series that continues to improve with each installment.
I recommend this game!
It’s trouble in paradise when Mia Faircroft visits Italy!
Overall rating
4
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5
14 of 17 found this review helpful
Not the best; but not the worst either
PostedNovember 20, 2021
JeansLady1
fromKansas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, 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
3
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5
Storyline
3
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5
I can't say too much bad about this game since I own all of them in the series. To be honest, the sale price was the main reason I went ahead and purchased the CE version.
1) Yes, as always with this game series, there is an overabundance of dialogue, but THERE IS A SKIP OPTION so you don't have to read it if you don't want to.
2) YOU CAN ZOOM into the scenes for better detail. I usually double click on an area to do that, although I noticed one reviewer here saying it can also be done with the mouse. Either way, you can zoom which is very helpful.
1) Yes, as always with this game series, there is an overabundance of dialogue, but THERE IS A SKIP OPTION so you don't have to read it if you don't want to.
2) YOU CAN ZOOM into the scenes for better detail. I usually double click on an area to do that, although I noticed one reviewer here saying it can also be done with the mouse. Either way, you can zoom which is very helpful.
I agree with others who said this a game which allows you to just kick back and chill out your brain. I'm a fan of kick back and chill out stuff most generally. I like brain-stretching challenges, but I don't like timed games that force me to rush through a game and I never play to earn a certain number of stars.
I posted this review mostly to help point out a couple of things that some other reviewers seemed to have not noticed - like the ability to skip dialogue and the ability to zoom in on scenes to help find HOs.
I recommend this game!
Blast your way to the gold chest by selecting matching gems to destroying tiles and channel water through the game board.
Overall rating
5
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5
10 of 10 found this review helpful
I love to Dig the Ground
PostedNovember 18, 2021
JeansLady1
fromKansas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, 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
I already have #3,4,5 of this series so I added #6 with no hesitation. This is not the classic M3 game, as you will see if you try it out. It's a chain match and you can match as few as 2. Depending on what goal you are striving to achieve, short matches are sometimes more productive than long matches in this game. You do need to come up with some type of strategy as you progress through the levels. One thing I really liked about this version is that you can choose what kind of items you want to match - jewels, flowers, food. That's a great addition. I like this game series because it's a bit outside the box and the developer has continued to do a good job of keeping the games fun and innovative. I am, as always, grateful to other reviewers who go into greater detail since that isn't most generally my bailiwick here. I think the explanation of how to get the fire from one certain tile to another certain tile is explained better here than in some past versions for those who are new to this series. This is one of those games that really suckers me in when it's late and I should go to bed - I keep saying to myself "Just one more level." Two hours later I'm still playing more than "just one more level."
I recommend this game!
Help Robin Hood pursue and defeat the villainous Gisbourne!
Overall rating
5
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5
9 of 10 found this review helpful
Another fun Robin Hood
PostedNovember 7, 2021
JeansLady1
fromKansas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, 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
Kudos to the reviewers who go into great detail on this and other games. You do a beautiful job. I have all of the games in this series and added this to my collection. I seldom buy CE's, but do buy them in this series. There is no need for me to go into the nuts and bolts of this game as others have already done that; but I wanted to leave a rating in the hopes that it would help boost the interest of others who may not be familiar with the Robin Hood series. I enjoy the graphics and the humor. I play in the easy mode for chilled out, laid back entertainment. I really like the hidden objects in each scene. It's true that some of them are large and obvious, but others are hidden a bit behind other items. I love that you can go back and pick up any missed HO's without having to replay the entire level again. Finding the costumes is a nice little out-of-the-ordinary task. The upgrades are good, too, and don't cost a fortune. Overall this has been a great TM series.
I recommend this game!
Join Catana in his epic battle while creating mutant matches to defeat killer veggies!
Overall rating
4
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5
10 of 16 found this review helpful
"The Boss" almost stopped me
PostedOctober 18, 2021
JeansLady1
fromKansas
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, 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
5
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5
Storyline
4
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5
I read all the reviews and played the demo. I was really enjoying the game until I met "The Boss." I tried once and failed to destroy it. I went back to pennmom's review to re-read what she said about "The Boss" since I felt like I needed more clarification. I tried again and finally beat that Snapdragon. So, since I know it IS possible, I'm going to go ahead and purchase the game since it's a bit out of the ordinary compared to many other game offerings here. I play in easy mode because I'm all about relaxation in gameplay. I know as I go through this game I will hit moments of complete frustration; but as long as I don't have to fight time limits or limited moves, I can hang in there and keep trying. I also have Claws & Feathers although I haven't played it for a very long time. I remember getting totally frustrated with it so I set it on the back burner and haven't gone back to revisit it again. Catana is a game I will enjoy, but I don't think I'll end up playing it for long periods of time - more like one or two levels at a time and then go back to other games which are mostly TMs and M3s.
I recommend this game!
Modern Art’s next set of beautiful image puzzles are here! Painting has never been easier - just sit back and enjoy!
Overall rating
2
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5
15 of 24 found this review helpful
Not for me
PostedOctober 5, 2021
JeansLady1
fromKansas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
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5
Level of Challenge
2
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5
I've watched the various painting games and the reviews for a while now. I never purchased one because I didn't think it would be any type of challenge to my brain. I like games that make me think and reason and figure things out. I couldn't imagine how a painting game could do that. I finally took the leap and purchased another painting game several weeks ago. I now have three painting games from that different series. In that series the colors are beyond brilliant and the finished pictures are stunning. I also like the mechanics of the games I purchased. So when I saw this painting game for today, I thought "What the heck! Give it a try." I played the one hour demo and then uninstalled it. I think I finished about 5 pictures. I wanted to do as many as I could so I'd be able to get an idea of what types of pictures were offered. I used the hint button a lot so I could finish a couple of the pictures more quickly. One thing that really put me off of having any interest in this game is that the colors were so incredibly drab and dreary. Downright depressing. Of course I don't know what all of the paintings look like in this newest game. If this was the only painting game available, that would be one thing; but since there is at least one other painting game that I've tried and loved, this one is a real dud for me - at least in comparison to the "other" painting game I tried and purchased. Even the painting games that I like much better than this one don't make me stretch my brain cells. I enjoyed them just because they were so gorgeous. It seems to me that if you like to "paint," there are better choices than this one that's being offered today.
I don't recommend this game.
Help the Walkers arrange a fairy-tale inspired space for the children of Animalville and find objects hidden in the clutter!
Overall rating
2
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5
19 of 23 found this review helpful
Same song and dance as previous versions
PostedSeptember 29, 2021
JeansLady1
fromKansas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
2
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5
It's true, this is another dismal entry into the Big Fish world of gaming. If you've played any of the previous games in this series, you've played them all. What the pictures are doesn't bother me one way or the other. As long as they are different from game to game, I'm fine with whatever the developers select. I click on all of the "sun" symbols first thing just to get them out of the way since there are so many of them. But, as bad as this game is since nothing new is ever introduced, I did purchase it for 2 reasons. 1) I had a free game coupon and 2) I play two or three levels of this game between other games just to give me some variety. I am a huge clutter fan in general so squeezing in a few levels between other games is okay. Not superior, but okay. I am mostly scratching my head and asking why these games are the same all the time. Where is the developer's imagination or enthusiasm for challenging players with some new ideas? I agree with some reviewers of past games in this series - the bubbles are just flat out irritating. Not fun in any way - ever. I can't strongly recommend this game, but I can't say "no" either since I got it even though I used a free coupon.
It’s all hands on deck when an earthquake hits Coastland!
Overall rating
3
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5
23 of 26 found this review helpful
Joybelle took the words right out of my mouth
PostedSeptember 25, 2021
JeansLady1
fromKansas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
4
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5
As I submit this review, there are only 2 other reviews that have posted. As I read Joybelle's review, I thought she must have been reading my mind. Pretty much everything she thought I also thought, right down to having to refer to the guide early in the game which is unusual for me, too. The premise of the game is much like the "other" rescue game, but it somehow doesn't "feel" as good. I will purchase it at a sale price only because it doesn't have a "whiz bang" factor for me. I do love a wonderful TM game, but I lean more toward the Viking Brothers, Incredible Dracula or Alice and the Tweedles - along with just a few others. If you are a TM fan, give the trial a shot and see what you think. Based on what I experienced during my trial run, I will have to purchase the CE because of the Guide being included. I'm not going to restart a level more than a couple of times before frustration spoils the fun of the game. I know there will be some other good detailed reviews, but reading Joybelle's will give you a good perspective of the game. I will add one more thought - even though this game doesn't completely "float my boat," it is way better than many of the other game offerings we've had on BF over the past several weeks or few months. Compared to some of those weak offerings, this is a 5 star game, but within the TM genre, it's a 3 star experience for me - not horrible; but not great.
I recommend this game!
Embark on a journey across fantastic locations and see why hidden object players love Voyage to Fantasy.
Overall rating
3
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5
42 of 49 found this review helpful
Almost a buy; but I let it pass
PostedSeptember 18, 2021
JeansLady1
fromKansas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Another reviewer here said this must be marketed for senior players which shocked me. While I was playing the demo, I thought the exact opposite. I'm a senior and I have good reflexes, but I'm passing on this one. It's a timed game which is a downer for me. I don't like stress in games. It appeared to me that you cannot skip a level. You have to earn a certain number of points and find particular objects. It's not a hard game in concept except for the time factor and earning the maximum number of stars never means anything to me in a game. There are really good bonuses to purchase, but I felt like it was going to be a case where a player would eventually run out of money to buy the bonuses. Maybe that's just my feeling. I'm not going to repeat a level more than 2-3 times before I can move on. I really like the premise of the game, but decided to pass on it. I'm uncertain about recommending it. The levels start out very easy while you learn the game's mechanics and requirements, but the levels gradually get more difficult. Playing the trial for a few minutes as some people do will not give you an accurate evaluation of the game. Play the full amount of time in the trial. I'd probably purchase this if I was low on games, but I have a big stash of games I haven't played yet so I'm not desperate for something to keep me entertained.
Follow a puzzle-solving wizard as he tries to use time itself to stop the world from decaying in this cosmic Match-3 strategy game!
Overall rating
5
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5
23 of 25 found this review helpful
These are always superior games
PostedSeptember 11, 2021
JeansLady1
fromKansas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, 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
Like some other reviewers I have become somewhat dismayed by the lack or quality and diversity of games offered on BF over the past couple of years. But, just when you think the boat is about to sink for the final time, up pops Spellarium. This and the similar games are among the best offered by BF. They never disappoint. How this developer manages to keep some of the familiar and always add new elements and challenges is definitely amazing. Every time I ask myself "What can they possibly add this time to keep it fun and interesting? But, somehow they always do - without fail. The mini-games are fun, too - even the mahjong and I don't normally like mahjong.
I noticed one reviewer disparaging the fire that you have to spread over the board. The fires used to drive me nuts, too, in the earlier games in this series. But, I finally discovered how to do that and still enjoy the game. To me, the secret of spreading the fire is to do it by using explosions to spread it. Sometimes it still frustrates me that there are "lanes" that the fire will not pass over, but I love these games so much that I just hunker down and try harder. The thing that would drive me a bit batty has been the horseshoes. Those have been my frustration generators. But I would just keep going until I got rid of them on the board. I'd rather have a bit of frustration than a game that is so easy that it's boring and hum-drum. I want to exercise my brain cells, not put them to sleep.
Others have gone into much detail, so I won't repeat that here. As I've said before about this type of game, my only problem is that I find it nearly impossible to stop playing them. I get hungry, but I won't stop long enough to eat sometimes - I need to lose 10 pounds anyway. I stay up too late into the night because I want to play "just one more level." I think there is a learning curve to these games, but the helpful guide is just that - helpful. Read it and read the reviews that explain some things. So thankful for a high quality game just in time for the weekend!!
I recommend this game!