Sante001's Profile
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- Average Rating:4.1
- Helpful Votes:3,352
- Reviews Submitted:138
- First Review:December 19, 2011
- Most Recent Review:December 26, 2021
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Professor Ashmore, the same man who so kindly took you in and raised you as his own has been murdered. It’s up to you to find out why, but are you prepared for what truths may be uncovered?
Overall rating
5
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5
36 of 45 found this review helpful
Demon Hunter, WOW!
PostedApril 30, 2014
Sante001
fromDublin, OH
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Time Management
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
This is a must buy! CE quality for SE price and 50% off, what can I say? The storyline is great, lots of interesting hidden object scenes, achievements and collectibles. The developers out did themselves with this one and set the bar high for others. I'm off to purchase to finish the game.
I recommend this game!
You've returned from school to visit your father at his famous Jazz Pepper Club during Mardi Gras, but everyone is hypnotized. Have they heard the wrong note?
Overall rating
5
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5
18 of 33 found this review helpful
Jazz -- Great Storyline, Great Music!
PostedApril 12, 2014
Sante001
fromDublin, OH
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Time Management
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
What a wonderful game! For those who like old jazz music, you will enjoy the sounds in this game. The voice over is not annoying -- smile.
You have 4-game modes options, varied hidden object scenes -- the usual and finding objects by picture or word. You have collectibles in each scene -- find a music note..
There is an interactive map and the hint button can also be used for next steps.
Mini-games throughout that are different, yet, not difficult.
Love the game. Off to purchase!
I recommend this game!
The town of Green Hill has really gone to the birds!
Overall rating
4
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5
6 of 10 found this review helpful
Old Storyline .. But a Good Game ... Lots to Do!
PostedJanuary 30, 2014
Sante001
fromDublin, OH
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
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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
While not an option, I give this game 4.5 stars, taking off a half star because there is not much creatively in the storyline. One might get bored, I did not.
Three game modes, bonus chapter after finishing the game. Interactive map which jumps you to areas needing action, collectables, fine all the squirrels, 33 and 9 collector items.
Hidden object scenes and mini-games are the best in the game. Mini-games while not difficult, are fun to play. All the scenes require some interact. There are different types of scenes. For example, items by name, items by shapes. Some of these hidden object scenes may also have a mini-game. Speaking of mini-games, there are more than enough to keep your interest.
Throughout the game, you will also have to fine fragments of an amulet. Then you will have to charge the amulet to use it to fight off evil. After using it, you will have to play a mini-game to recharge it, moving stars around to make a shape to charge three symbols.
I like the game a lot and will purchase as soon as I finish this review.
Enjoy!
I recommend this game!
A hidden-object, adventure, building and matching game set on a mysterious Island chain!
Overall rating
5
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5
120 of 129 found this review helpful
Wow, A Pretty Good Match-3 Game!!
PostedJanuary 28, 2014
Sante001
fromDublin, OH
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Time Management
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
3
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5
I've been waiting for a good match-3 game and this might just be a game that I put at the top of my list of favorites for this year, of course it is still early in the year, so who knows.
The game has two modes of play. Casual and advance where you play to beat the time. There are also three game plays, storyline, challenge and Zen. You can't play challenge until you play chapters 1-4. Each time you complete one of these chapters, challenge will open. Zen requires you to complete chapter 1.
As you gather money and resources, you can purchase buildings, etc. There are mini-games to play to get power ups. The instructions for the mini-games, none or not good. But that does not take away from the overall game.
I played 12 levels in about 40 minutes and still had not completed chapter 1, so this game might have some great value in length.
Challenge is pretty good. I played in advance, time mode and the last two chapters I played, I had to replay to beat the clock.
Sound and visual quality were excellent. The sound did not take away from the game play.
Not waiting anymore for a good match-3 games because this one hit the spot for me.
I'm off to purchase to continue game play.
Enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Your daughter Cathie has been kidnapped by an evil creature! Solve the mystery of the elephant and bring Cathie home!
Overall rating
3
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5
23 of 25 found this review helpful
Solve Mystery and Bring Girl Home--Rather Dark!
PostedJanuary 14, 2014
Sante001
fromDublin, OH
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
2
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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
This game started off peeking my interested. However, the first hidden object scene let me know that this would be a maybe game. You have to use a flashlight to find the objects in a dark room, even with the flashlight, the scene is still a bit too dark to really find and see the objects. This "dark scene trend" is a major drawback of this game. In addition to the scenes being a bit dark, hidden object that require interaction also require a lot of click since they don't indicate what objects go with what.
Mini-games are also a bit of a challenge since the instructions are not very clear or minimum at best.
Storyline is just OK. Basically solve the mystery of the elephant and bring Cathie home. You will need to keep this in mind since the movement through the game can be jumpy at times.
Speaking of jumpy, there is good news. There is a map that lets you jump to a location. The hint button also can point you to the next thing to do.
This game has potential, but I think the developers missed some important game things like: Good instructions for mini-games, labeling items in the inventory -- rather than having to keep clicking on them to get the label for them -- hidden object scenes are too dark and objects difficult to see.
I will recommend this game only because gamers have different taste and while I will not purchase this game -- too many faults for my liking -- others may enjoy it.
Recommend with reservations.
I recommend this game!
The fabled land of Agartha awaits your discovery in Esoterica: Hollow Earth! Experience a sci-fi adventure that will take you to the depths of the Earth.
Overall rating
5
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5
63 of 69 found this review helpful
Great "Art Deco" Theme Game!
PostedJanuary 7, 2014
Sante001
fromDublin, OH
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Time Management
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
5
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5
Wow! I was impressed with the art deco 1920-30's graphic art from the beginning. The graphics remind me of old time movies or graphic novels. Hidden object scenes are of high quality. Some of the scenes require interaction. Puzzles uniquely different though not difficult. Puzzles have a skip option which I didn't use since it was more fun to solve the puzzles then to skip them. Storyline not uniquely different from so many others -- lost grandfather, find grandfather, but done with a differences. I'm off to purchase the game to finish it. Five thumbs!!!!!
I recommend this game!
Save mankind from demonic forces in this thrilling hidden object adventure!
Overall rating
5
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5
46 of 51 found this review helpful
Fun & Challenging Adventure/Hidden Object Game
PostedDecember 26, 2013
Sante001
fromDublin, OH
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Time Management
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 played 55 minutes of the demo and decided to pop in here to recommend this game.
Graphics and art work are outstanding the storyline while similar to others, the developers have made it interesting as you work through the game. The basic storyline is a young lady who has haunting dreams of the death of her mother. The story follows her as she tries to figure out what happened to her mother. Throughout the game, she encounters strange images (or people she is not sure of what they are).
The game has hidden object scenes which include interaction and mini-games. As your work through the game, you will also have mini-games to complete.
The hint button can be used to skip mini-games and can also be used to guide you to the next step.
There are 30 achievements to earn throughout the game.
I'm off to purchase to keep playing. Thumbs up and 5-stars for the game.
Developers, thanks for doing it differently!
I recommend this game!
You're called to a health spa in the Alps, where an evil professor has something terrible in mind for his unwitting patients.
Overall rating
5
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5
3 of 8 found this review helpful
A Must Have!-- Different & Challenging HO Scenes & Mini Games
PostedDecember 7, 2013
Sante001
fromDublin, OH
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Time Management
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
Previous reviewers have said it all. I just want to ditto their recommendations. With the great buy today, you can't go wrong by adding this to your collection. Not a game to rush through and that's probably one of the things I liked most about this game. The second great thing about this game is that there are 3 different types of hidden object scenes. Another plus for this game.
I'm off to purchase to keep playing!!
I recommend this game!
Reveal the secret of an ancient prophecy! Fascinating tasks and exciting puzzles await you behind the breathtaking scenery of a mysterious island!
Overall rating
5
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5
56 of 60 found this review helpful
Witch Island Worth the Bucks!
PostedOctober 14, 2013
Sante001
fromDublin, OH
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Time Management
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
Storyline
4
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5
While this game is not that challenging, it is worth the bucks. What it has to offer -- Hidden object scenes, puzzles, collectibles, achievements, mini-games, and replay of mini-games after you play them. There are two modes to play and a hit button that guides you to "what to do next."
What I really liked -- The variety in the game. There are 31 fireflies to collect and you earn achievements as you play. There are tons of mini-games to play along the game play. The hidden up scenes all have a couple of items that require some interaction. The graphics are pretty good. The mini-games all have a skip option. The game starts you off with two tools -- a knife and lighter -- that you may need to use throughout the game.
What others might not like so much, but was OK for me -- The mini-games are pretty easy. However, I liked this because there are those times that you want to play the mini-game and get on with the "show." There is no voice over so you have to read the dialogue. This was OK for me since I prefer to read rather than listen to the voice overs. The hidden object scenes are somewhat "busy."
This is a purchase for me. I off to buy to continue the play.
I recommend this game!
Play your cards right and you might escape the zombie apocalypse! Biting humor and fun card game action await you in Zombie Solitaire.
Overall rating
4
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5
20 of 21 found this review helpful
Zombies for the Season ... Fun, Relaxing Solitaire Game
PostedOctober 2, 2013
Sante001
fromDublin, OH
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
3
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5
I like to play Solitaire when I just want to relax both the body and mind. This game lets you do just that. Some Solitaire games can certainly be more challenging, but this one, while not very challenging is just fun to play. It's the usual play where you add cards to the pile that are either one higher or lower. You get power-up cards and gold to purchase additional power-ups. Throughout the game, you have the usual challenge of having to find cards to unlock piles that have vines around them or other obstacles preventing you from playing until you clear the obstacles.
The graphics/visuals are great! The sound quality is also good but can become annoying. Like most Solitaire games, there is only one level to play. Not much of a storyline, but with Solitaire "who cares?" -- Smile
Expert players may find the game too be to easy, but as I said, I love most Solitaire games and for me, this one is great for filling in time (that I should be using to get some work done). -- Smile
I recommend this game!