schnauzermoms's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:4
- Helpful Votes:156
- Reviews Submitted:13
- First Review:July 13, 2012
- Most Recent Review:October 26, 2012
- Featured reviews0
Journey through the wonderful world of Geisha! Help Ichisumi to reopen the temples and restore a world of beauty and passion.
Overall rating
4
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5
7 of 8 found this review helpful
Simply Beautiful!
PostedOctober 26, 2012
schnauzermoms
fromClearwater, FL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Arcade & Action, Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Marble Popper, Puzzle, Mahjong
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Although there's nothing new in M3 gameplay in this one, it is a beautiful, relaxing game; such a nice change over zombies, vampires, etc. that are on so many HO games. Each of the 4 temples you need to restore has a different type of M3, each with beautiful backgrounds, challenging but winnable game boards, relaxing Japanese music, and useful powerups. My only criticism is the puzzles you have to put together periodically are too easy. If you are an old hand at Match 3 games then this one doesn't hold any surprises. But it is a fun, relaxing, serene way to kill a few hours!
I recommend this game!
Take a journey through Oz with Dorothy! Match gems, break bricks and save your friends in this exciting spin on a classic story.
Overall rating
4
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5
18 of 21 found this review helpful
True to the charming original book
PostedOctober 18, 2012
schnauzermoms
fromClearwater, FL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Arcade & Action, Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Marble Popper, Puzzle, Mahjong
Fun Factor
4
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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
I love this game! Not only is it a relaxing match 3 game, the storyline is true to L. Frank Baum's original book "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz". As much as I love the movie, it's nice to see something that follows a book that is as delightful, in my opinion, as the movie.
I really like this game because every level is winnable, you don't have to race the clock, and the powerups are very easy to use and introduced at intervals that only enhance game play. It's nice that I have a game that is relaxing for me and that my son can also play without seeing anything objectionable when he is old enough to play.
For those of you who love the movie and haven't read the book, read it and you'll love it too. For those of you who love match 3 games that are relaxing and not over-challenging, buy this game. For those who love both, this game is a great buy!
I recommend this game!
Amusement World!
Enjoy a thrilling and delightful romp through a world-class amusement park!
Overall rating
4
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5
13 of 13 found this review helpful
Almost as much fun as a real amusement park
PostedOctober 14, 2012
schnauzermoms
fromClearwater, FL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Arcade & Action, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Brain Teaser, Marble Popper, Puzzle, Mahjong
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
5
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5
I tried this on the free trial and wound up buying it. It is a really good time! The HO are challenging but not excessively so; I did have to use hints. The carnival games are fun and challenging but not so difficult you have no chance to win. The music and graphics were very nice. The length of gameplay is just right, about 2-3 hours so it's easy to while away the afternoon. The only drawback, and this is just a personal opinion, was that the last section of the park just HAD to dabble in the occult and supernatural. It wasn't terribly evil (more like Halloween) but I would prefer a HO game that didn't have to venture into this territory. I'm not a fan of the occult or the supernatural but this didn't significantly detract from my overall enjoyment of the game.
I recommend this game!
Discover the fabulous secrets that a jungle hides in Adelantado Trilogy: Book One! Help the brave and noble officer, Don Diego De Leon, to find and save the lost expedition.
Overall rating
4
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5
Great Game
PostedSeptember 27, 2012
schnauzermoms
fromClearwater, FL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Arcade & Action, Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Marble Popper, Puzzle, Mahjong
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
5
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5
Okay, when are books two and three coming out?
I am addicted to this game. I first got interested in exploration and strategy games playing Age of Empires. I like this one even better! At least I don't have to worry about getting defeated, just about completing my quest.
The only drawbacks, in my opinion, are the inability to save the games in the middle of the chapter and the inability to upgrade buildings until later levels. Other than that, I love it!
I recommend this game!
Travel to Atlantis for Match 3 fun and discover the Hidden Wonders of the Depths! Go on an Atlantis Adventure in this hit sequel!
Overall rating
4
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5
10 of 11 found this review helpful
More fun with crabs
PostedSeptember 15, 2012
schnauzermoms
fromClearwater, FL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Arcade & Action, Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Marble Popper, Puzzle, Mahjong
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
I have played HWOD & HWOD2 and totally fallen in love with the little crabs. I do have to say that other than the storyline of rebuilding Atlantis, it was pretty much the same game as HWOD2. That being said, I really did enjoy this game. It took a lot longer to play through than I expected and I was disappointed when there weren't any new characters or elements introduced. Nevertheless, I loved it!
I recommend this game!
Sophie wakes up in an empty room with no idea who she is. Help her regain her memories and uncover the truth in this unique Match 3 experience.
Overall rating
2
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5
I'm sorry I bought this
PostedSeptember 15, 2012
schnauzermoms
fromClearwater, FL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Arcade & Action, Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Marble Popper, Puzzle, Mahjong
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
2
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5
Storyline
1
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5
This is one of the most disappointing games I have ever bought from BFG. The Match 3 levels are far too repetitious and not that challenging. The basic concept of the game is good but there is so much more that could be done. The storyline ends like a train wreck. Why don't Sophie and Adam go on and explore further levels? This would have been a lot more fun if there had been a greater variety of puzzles and if the storyline had been developed further.
I don't recommend this game.
Use your Match 3 skills to help your crab explore the world! Clear a path to the treasure chest every level to travel the globe!
Overall rating
5
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5
52 of 62 found this review helpful
I may never go out for seafood anymore
PostedSeptember 4, 2012
schnauzermoms
fromClearwater, FL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Arcade & Action, Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Marble Popper, Puzzle, Mahjong
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
Curse you, Big Fish Games! You've gotten me so attached to these little crabs that I may never eat crab again! I have played through both the original and this one. I thought it couldn't get better than the original but it did. The graphics are better and the match 3's more challenging. At first I didn't like the levels where you have to move characters to their group to break tiles but when I got used to it, it wasn't too bad. I don't think I could do those levels consistently on the timed mode. The HO bonus levels were a little too easy but for someone not used to doing hidden object it's perfect. I thought one little crab was fun in the original, now I had two of them teasing me and making me LOL. I can't wait to play HWOD 3!
I recommend this game!
Navigate your way through an underwater world with a liquid mix of Mahjong, Hidden Object, and Match 3 delight.
Overall rating
5
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5
38 of 48 found this review helpful
It's fun to get crabby!
PostedAugust 29, 2012
schnauzermoms
fromClearwater, FL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Arcade & Action, Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Marble Popper, Puzzle, Mahjong
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
4
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5
I love match 3 games but sometimes get bored with simply doing one kind of match 3. Not with this game. It has a wonderful combination of object switching and group matching. Throw in some mah jongg matching, hidden object, and the occasional puzzle to make the Magic Cards and this game has it all. And what else can you say that everyone hasn't already said about that smart aleck little crab? He's a riot! I can't wait to play Hidden Wonders 2!
I recommend this game!
Venice Deluxe
Venice is sinking! Launch treasures and score tumble bonuses to restore the city to glory!
Overall rating
5
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5
13 of 15 found this review helpful
A Fun, Addicting Puzzler
PostedAugust 13, 2012
schnauzermoms
fromClearwater, FL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Arcade & Action, Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Marble Popper, Puzzle, Mahjong
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
3
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5
This was not what I expected...and I love it! This game is a nice combination of a marble popper and puzzle game. The graphics are good but not spectacular. As you go on the levels get more difficult and downright frustrating; this will only make you more determined to conquer the level. This game has the right amount of challenge while still being relaxing. The storyline is negligible, it neither adds to or detracts from the game. On the whole, I'm glad I bought this.
I recommend this game!
An endearing 1930s love story set around a traveling circus.
Overall rating
4
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
A Very Nice Game
PostedAugust 2, 2012
schnauzermoms
fromClearwater, FL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Arcade & Action, Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Brain Teaser, Marble Popper, Puzzle, Mahjong
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
4
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5
I played the 60 minute demo of this game and wound up buying it. Some of the criticisms others have had (tiny objects, weird names for common objects, etc.) are legitimate but for me it didn't diminish my enjoyment of the game. I thought the best part was the music; I'm especially fond of Edith Piaf and I would have liked to have had more of her music on there.
This wasn't the most challenging or frustrating HOG I've played and that's what appealed to me. The artwork is great and I really enjoyed the storyline. This is a nice, fun, relaxing game.
I recommend this game!