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- Average Rating:4.3
- Helpful Votes:67,036
- Reviews Submitted:1148
- First Review:July 13, 2012
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Can you save your boyfriend before it's too late?
Overall rating
4
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5
46 of 57 found this review helpful
WALKING THROUGH THIS DOORWAY HOLDS SOME SURPRISES
PostedOctober 23, 2016
biscuitsmama
fromYou never know what will happen once you step through this doorway
Skill Level:Expert
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
As the game begins Helen (your character in the game) receives a strange message from boyfriend Ian saying that his mentor Sir Benedict Bells isn’t who he says he is. Ian sounds distressed and while he is speaking the phone goes dead so you rush over to Sir Bells’ house to see what is wrong. When you arrive at the house you find things are a mess and Ian is in trouble. It seems that Sir Bells is hiding some secrets, or is he? It isn’t long before you won’t know who to trust or believe in this new Nevertales game.
Since this is a Nevertales game after all, some things are familiar but yet presented in a different way from other games in the series. In this game you will enter the Taleworld through the Hidden Doorway but you get to rewrite the stories to change the outcome – but do you want to? The developer has shown so much creativity with this game that even I was surprised. You will need to be on your toes and actually think about what you need to do as you work to save Ian and find the truth that is behind the Hidden Doorway.
The graphics are excellent and crisp with my only minor complaint being that there is a tad too much of the blue tone that is present in the game at times. Of course all of the Nevertales games have had that blue or purple tint so this game is in line with the others. The game has all of the other technical features that one would expect from a top-tier developer including an excellent sound package. The game also includes an interactive map to help you move quickly between scenes.
The HOPS are well-designed but there are far fewer of the traditional type that we normally see in HOPA games. There are some that are the standard list type, some are silhouette type and then there are the storybook types but all of them are excellent. Where Hidden Doorway excels is with its puzzles. The puzzles are a bit different and some are actually challenging. There is a puzzle early in the game that involves mowing a garden and the first two levels are easy but by the third level, it becomes tricky. I actually love the garden puzzle and had a lot of fun figuring it out.
If you would rather have the CE version of the game it includes 32 collectibles to find and morphing objects that are found in the HOP scenes. Of course, there are 27 achievements to earn for those who love the challenge. Extras include a bonus chapter, a 56-page strategy guide, artwork, wallpapers, music and replay of HOPS. A few extra goodies include a Nostalgia Section, Scrapbook, Garden Puzzle included and Avatars.
Do I really love the game? The answer to that question is I am not sure that I am swept away by the storyline. In some ways the game has a feeling of the old Drawn series (one that was never my favorite) but perhaps that is because of all the blue tones in those games as well. I can’t put my finger on what I don’t like about Hidden Doorway but it is most likely the game’s theme. Although I have all of the Nevertales games, they are not the games I really want to replay because I find most of them less than exciting. In the end, as much as this game started off terrific, I was a bit bored by the time it ended. Yes, the game shows a lot of creativity by the developer and it is an excellent game but again it is probably not one of my favorites. As always, I recommend you try the demo to see if Hidden Doorway is a game you will enjoy.
I recommend this game!
Grim Facade: The Red Cat Collector's Edition
When the Red Cat is upon your door, you're next!
Overall rating
5
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5
91 of 132 found this review helpful
AN AWARD WORTHY NEW GRIM FAÇADE
PostedOctober 22, 2016
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
We all know cats have nine lives, right? Well it looks like my once favorite developer is having a resurgence of its life with some of its recent games and just maybe this new Grim Façade The Red Cat is leading the way. If you fondly remember the “bunny team” from yesteryear, then you will be happy to know they are now alive and well and hopping right back into the winner’s circle.
Returning to the roots of the first Grim Façade game you are once again in Venice and you’ve been called in by Mayor Ricci to investigate a series of murders where the only clue is a red cat imprint that is that is found at the scene of each crime. Mayor Ricci’s son received a red cat imprint and the mayor implores you to catch the culprit and save his son before it is too late.
As has always been the case with this developer the graphics are excellent with terrific hand drawn scenes. The voiceovers are excellent and with a good sound track the scene is set for a wonderful mystery game. Many of the fundamental elements of the series are again found in this latest game since you will find coins that can be used to purchase items that will be needed to help with the case. There is also a gimmicky tool that will help you see remnants of the crime in retrospect as you investigate.
The Red Cat is such a phenomenal game that I don’t want to give too much away since this is a game where discovering the puzzles and HOPS is something you should do for yourself. I will say that there is a very good variety in the puzzles and some of them are delightfully challenging or at least a bit above the norm. I think I enjoyed every element of this game when I tried the beta and knew that it would be one of those games that I would purchase without a second thought the minute it was released – and I did!
The game itself is so good that I wasn’t overly concerned about the CE content or perhaps the lack thereof. This developer is known for not including a lot of extras in its games but in this case, it is a good deal – sale or not. IMHO, there are some good extras in the game as well as the strategy guide and bonus chapter.
Even though I think this is probably one of the best games we have had this year (hopefully a good warm-up for the holiday gaming season ahead), I suggest that you try the demo to see if Grim Façade The Red Cat is one you will enjoy as well.
I recommend this game!
An arsonist is burning down the Mountain Kingdom's forests!
Overall rating
5
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5
85 of 100 found this review helpful
AN EXCELLENT NEW DARK PARABLES THAT IS ON FIRE!
PostedOctober 21, 2016
biscuitsmama
fromI love FROGS but wish these had a bit more color and opulence
Skill Level:Expert
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
Ahh, another Dark Parables game and this one seems much better than the last offering in the series. In the Thief and the Tinderbox we come face to face with some characters from some of my other favorite games in the Dark Parables series which is always a special treat. You again play the game as a DP detective and this time you have been called to the Mountain Kingdom to investigate a rash of fires that are being deliberately set in the kingdom’s forests and, as an extra treat, you are invited to the wedding of Prince Gwyn and Gerda. As you arrive on the scene you encounter the arsonist as he is busily burning down trees but he soon attacks you and then disappears inside one special tree in the forest. As you track him you find that he is after an artifact that is buried in the old king’s tomb – one that is well-protected and extremely dangerous in the wrong hands. As you find the Tinderbox the thief attacks you and steals the treasure you have found before disappearing. It is then that you realize it is one of your old friends Kai. Why has Kai turned into a thief and worse yet an arsonist? Play this wonderful new game and find the answers as you solve the mysteries hidden in The Thief and the Tinderbox.
The graphics, sound and all the other technical features of the game are just what we expect from this development team. The only shortcoming, IMHO, is the bland FROG scenes that can’t begin to compare with the gorgeous opulence we found in the ones from the original developer of the Dark Parables series. The game offers several modes of gameplay including a custom mode where you can fiddle with various settings. One vast improvement in the newer Dark Parables games is that they include an interactive transporter type map that actually works which is something I appreciate, since in the original games I could never get the map to function properly and allow me to move quickly between scenes.
The HOPS in this game or FROGs are very different from the ones we found in the earlier games but they are okay. I found the items to locate very dull and dreary with many of them a bit different than the items that we are supposed to find. For instance in the graphic an item might be a shiny blue circle and when we look through the junk pile the item will be tarnished silver and I think that is a bit deceptive. In the original games the items always were depicted accurately and most times they were quite beautiful. While I am a bit disappointed with the FROG scenes, the puzzles are excellent. I found many of them to be different and very fun to complete. None of them were extremely difficult but at the same time not everyone will find them too easy, and this is something I appreciate. For me at least, games should be fun and not extremely frustrating when it comes to completing a puzzle before continuing with the storyline.
If you decide you would rather have the CE the extras include locating parable pieces that are scattered throughout the game. Once we find all of the pieces to complete a parable we can read that story. The other collectibles to find are 39 round medallions and after completion of the main game and bonus chapter we have souvenirs to find. The other extras include the strategy guide, bonus chapter, concept art, wallpapers, music and videos.
The storyline for the Thief and the Tinderbox is excellent and one that I am enjoying. I only stopped playing long enough to write this review and then I am jumping right back into the game. I was quite surprised that the game is an improvement over some others in the newer Dark Parables games and one that offers challenge, a great storyline, and interesting puzzles. Since I happen to enjoy fantasy type games and particularly have always been a fan of the Dark Parables series, I am finding the Thief and the Tinderbox a very entertaining game. Even though the game was an instant purchase for me, as always, please try the demo to see if this is a game you will enjoy.
I recommend this game!
Your new dream home has become a deadly nightmare!
Overall rating
2
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5
63 of 101 found this review helpful
I AM NOT TAKING POSSESSION OF THE KEYS FOR THIS HOUSE
PostedOctober 20, 2016
biscuitsmama
fromDo not open the front door to this house. You just might want to run away as fast as you can.
Skill Level:Expert
Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
1
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
1
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5
Harrowed Halls Lakeview Lane is another game from a developer who at one time presented games that were quite excellent but then a few years ago their games took a major nose dive and now with Harrowed Halls I think it is time that they admit they no longer have what it takes to put together a good game.
This game is an abysmal failure technically as well as creatively. Of course we could almost guess from the time the beta was released that BFG would decide to slap the old “Editor’s Choice” Award on it in hopes that it might encourage sales of the game. Honestly folks, there is no way I would spend the CE amount charged for this game and, in fact, I doubt that it would be worth wasting a free PCC for the game.
In the end I must give one of the other reviewers kudos for having the patience to struggle through the game long enough to write a detailed review of the HOP scenes and mini-games. I found the game so poorly designed that I uninstalled it within the first fifteen minutes of gameplay. I am sure there will be those of you who will love this game but for me it is a no buy. Please be sure to try the demo first to see if this game might be one for you.
I don't recommend this game.
When a famous shapeshifting alchemist is charged with looking into the murder of the king's most trusted agent and friend, the last thing she expects to discover is an intricate network of shadowy criminals, intent on bringing chaos to the land.
Overall rating
5
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5
33 of 40 found this review helpful
A GREAT AND GORGEOUS FANTASY GAME WITH AN EXCELLENT STORYLINE
PostedOctober 19, 2016
biscuitsmama
fromIf I was an alchemist I could be anyone or anything I want
Skill Level:Expert
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
What a wonderful surprise and a refreshing change after the recent dark and rather morbid games that have been released! Queen’s Quest 2 Stories of the Forgotten Past is a beautifully crafted fantasy game that is so well-designed that you feel like you’ve stepped into the story. I love everything about this game and for me it is an instant addition to my gaming library.
In Queen’s Quest 2 you play the game as an alchemist who has shapeshifting abilities. Recently you concocted a potion that will allow humans to fly – an awesome discovery that adds to your shape-shifting abilities. As the game begins you are called to the castle for a meeting with the king. Wolf, who was the King’s head of security and friend, has been killed and the King wants you to investigate the murder to find out who is responsible. Of course, the King’s general doesn’t feel you are a capable detective and he lets the King know it so, as a test, the King requests that you find and repair a malfunctioning portal. Once that little task is done your adventure begins.
The graphics are gorgeous and full of beautiful color even though there are some darker scenes included as well. The characters are all realistic with excellent voiceovers and a dialogue that makes sense. There are many fantasy characters as well and I happened to love the talking cauldron early in the game whose antics had me laughing.
Your tools include an alchemy kit where you can prepare various potions using ingredients that are found as you move through the game. There is also an interactive map that does change at times depending upon who you might be since your view of the realm may change from time to time.
The HOP scenes are interactive and some have a bit of a twist. Some of the items are well-hidden and I did have to use the hint button a couple of times. For the most part, the HOPS were excellent with gorgeous graphics. Most of the puzzles seemed easy but they were still a lot of fun. If you read my reviews you know that I enjoy puzzles in a game but I don’t always need super challenging puzzles as sometimes it is just nice to play a game with puzzles that are a bit more relaxing.
As I mentioned earlier I love this game. I think for right now I have had my fill of creepy games and have been waiting for something that is colorful and entertaining. Queen’s Quest 2 Stories of the Forgotten Past fills the bill and is like a breath of fresh air (particularly when I am soaring among the clouds – lol). Another nice thing about the game is that although it is a fantasy game there is no evil menace that wants to take over the world but that doesn't mean there still isn't a lot of court intrigue. I love the fairy tale storyline that incorporates different tales that I read as a child. Although this game might not be one that everyone will like, I think there are many gamers out there who will enjoy this game. As always, I recommend that you try the demo first to see if Queen’s Quest Stories of the Forgotten Past is a game you will enjoy.
I recommend this game!
Stop a strange phenomenon that could threaten the entire world!
Overall rating
5
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5
103 of 144 found this review helpful
TAKE AN EXCITING RIDE WITH CHARON AND DANIEL AS YOU STOP A RIFT IN TIME AND SPACE
PostedOctober 18, 2016
biscuitsmama
fromPutting a stop to the Rift is the only way to save Olivia and Charon
Skill Level:Expert
Fun Factor
5
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5
Storyline
5
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5
Haunted Train Clashing Worlds is the third game in this wonderful series. I own the other two and it is one of those games where the developer takes its time before the next chapter is delivered. It has been well over a year since the previous game Frozen in Time was released in May of 2015. Prepare yourself for another awesome ride on the Haunted Train with Charon, Daniel, and Olivia. Daniel’s wife Olivia had been restored to life by Charon in a previous game and in return Daniel agreed to travel with Charon as he seeks to recapture the condemned evil souls who had somehow manage to escape from Charon’s prison.
As the game begins, Charon is having a nightmare and knows that Olivia is in danger. A rift between time and space has occurred in Amsterdam and Charon sees Olivia and the Amsterdam Museum in flames. Charon has seen this rift before – one that is caused by inhabitants of Shadowland a world that is dying. Professor Alazar of Omega University in Shadowland has devised a plan where he will open a rift that will allow the beings in Shadowland to cross and inhabit the lives of people living on Earth – this time the rift is in 1915 Amsterdam. You, playing the game as Daniel will help Charon save Olivia but when Charon is captured it looks like you are on your own.
When the game first started I wasn’t too sure about the cartoonish graphics but the dream segment graphics soon changed into the excellent graphics that we have in the other Haunted Train games.
Tools include a protective Amulet of Eternal Tranquility that you receive from Charon early in the game. The amulet can help you heal the rifts that you encounter and put a stop to their destructive power. You also have an interactive map that is present at the beginning of the game.
Clashing Worlds contains some very innovative HOP scenes and I enjoyed “puzzling” my way through them. It took me a bit of time to understand how the different types of scenes work and what it was I needed to do to allow me to proceed. What great fun! Then there are the mini-games or puzzles that are different and very good. Some are challenging and others not so much. As a whole there seem to be more HOPS than there are mini-games but since the HOPS are so well-designed it is okay with me.
The CE version of the game includes collectible Omega signs to find, morphing objects called Pearls, can be found in the HOPS, there are achievements, a Strategy Guide, a bonus chapter, Concept Art, Wallpapers, and Music. There is really not much to rave about with the extras but at least the in-game Strategy Guide is helpful if needed.
The CE version of the game includes collectible Omega signs to find, morphing objects called Pearls, can be found in the HOPS, there are achievements, a Strategy Guide, a bonus chapter, Concept Art, Wallpapers, and Music. There is really not much to rave about with the extras but at least the in-game Strategy Guide is helpful if needed.
I love this game and am enjoying it even more than I did the previous game in the series, Frozen in Time. Some might feel that the game is HOP heavy but I love the genre – always have, and probably always will. I found the demo time flew by and before I knew it I was hitting the buy button. Please try the demo to see if Clashing Worlds is one you will enjoy as well.
I recommend this game!
Can you escape Silent Waters before it's too late?
Overall rating
2
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5
34 of 48 found this review helpful
GO AWAY SAYS IS PERFECTLY
PostedOctober 16, 2016
biscuitsmama
fromI think run away is far more accurate when it comes to Silent Waters
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
Storyline
2
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5
Go away! Well I couldn’t run away from this dreadful game fast enough so those bodiless voices wouldn’t have to repeat that warning more than once to have me running out the door. I so agree with another reviewer who wonders what happened to this once terrific series. I guess with a few spiders, cobwebs, a deteriorating rat trap hotel, and a few floating ghosts the developer must think this latest Haunted Hotel will be enough to attract sales. Well not so in my case! I felt like I needed to get up and take a shower after playing the demo. What a terrible game. I guess the only saving grace is that, according to some comments, it is a very short game.
The graphics are dingy and dark and the game is loaded with roaches, spiders, rats and all other sorts of nasty critters. The voiceovers are okay if you like the ghostly whisperings we hear throughout the scenes.
The HOPS were fairly typical of this developer as are the mini-games. I wasn’t inclined to purchase the game or play more than just a short while before I knew the game wasn’t one I would care to purchase, so I can’t comment on why types of HOPS or puzzles are included later in the game. I am sure there will be a variety of challenge with the puzzles as the game progresses and I am sure there something to keep everyone happy – that is if you happen to like the game well enough to play longer than I did.
Honestly, the Haunted Hotel series at one time had games that I loved but Silent Waters just didn’t have enough entertainment value to entice me to open my wallet and add this one to my collection. Many of you out there swimming in the pond will undoubtedly love this game so it is good to see that the developer has provided something different than most of the fantasy type games that have become standard fare in recent years. I happen to enjoy some good mysteries and even a bit of ghost chasing so I am not sure exactly why this game didn’t ring my bell. I don’t know if it was all the cobwebs and spiders or if it was a storyline that didn’t make a lot of sense but something about the game put me off. Even though I didn’t care for the game, as always, please try the demo to see if this is a game you will enjoy because I guess you know by now that I sure didn’t like it.
Uncover your grandfather's true identity and restore his legacy!
Overall rating
5
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5
32 of 44 found this review helpful
I COULD HAVE A LOT OF FUN IF I HAD ONE OF THOSE SPEARS AT HOME
PostedOctober 16, 2016
biscuitsmama
fromEve is really in a mess this time! Maybe she should give up on black holes
Skill Level:Expert
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
5
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5
You might want to think twice before you pick up what you think of as a family relic or heirloom because you might never know where it will take you and in this case you could just happen to be whisked away through a portal to another world. As usual, at least in the more recent Amaranthine Voyage games, you play as Eve Glover so it really shouldn’t be a surprise when you encounter an alien capsule in your swimming pool. Almost immediately you step through a portal and into the world of Arden where you find out more about your recently departed grandfather than you ever thought possible.
This developer has almost always presented games with excellent and crisp graphics but unfortunately Legacy of the Guardians isn’t one of them. The graphics seem to be a mixed bag of the original old style with lots of mistiness and then at other times we have crisp and clear scenes. It is my feeling that perhaps the developer was trying to emulate the graphics of the first two games in the series. Aside from the graphics we have voiceovers that are also not too great. Some are very stilted and I felt like I wanted to poke the speaker to wake him up so he could move on.
Where this game becomes excellent, at least for me, is with the puzzles that are quite different than usual and challenging. I have loved spending time solving them. The HOP scenes were varied, with some being interactive and multi-level. There is one HOP that is very different as we move from one room to another to find the objects we need. Even with graphics that are not quite up to par, the puzzles and HOP scenes override that shortcoming. I started playing the game yesterday and am still not quite finished.
The CE version does offer a few extras with collectibles that are sometimes difficult to find. Unfortunately, even though I did purchase the game, the extras are probably not worth the extra cost. Where the CE always becomes a great value is with the in-game Strategy Guide that can be very helpful if one is stuck and needs a bit of help.
The Amaranthine Voyage series is one that for me has been either hit or miss. The original early games in the series were very good but some of the later games have really not been that great. Of the newer games, Winter Neverending is one of the better ones. Although the game is not stellar in some respects, the puzzles and HOP scenes make it one that I believe deserves a high rating. Even though I purchased the game, please try the demo to see if you will find that Legacy of the Guardians is one you will enjoy.
I recommend this game!
Can you save a woman's fiancé before it's too late?
Overall rating
5
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5
53 of 64 found this review helpful
HELP MARJORY SAVE HER BELOVED JAMES
PostedOctober 14, 2016
biscuitsmama
fromA terrific addition to the series with a love story thrown in for good measure
Skill Level:Expert
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
Puppet Show Her Cruel Collection is number ten in the series, unless I missed one somewhere along the line. Fortunately, Her Cruel Collection is far better than the last game and one that I find very interesting and enjoyable. I tend to be a bit squeamish so I am not sure about the game being blood-spattered since I haven’t noticed it or found it objectionable.
I'm surprised at the negative rating on the CE BUT there really was not much that would justify the higher price aside from the inclusion of the Strategy Guide. Even then the guides are not as good now as they once were and rather useless if they don't give solutions. I found the storyline interesting and did happen to enjoy playing the game. Not everyone has the same taste in games but this one had what I like.
We, of course, get to play the game as a detective who has been hired by Marjory to rescue her beloved James from kidnappers who are holding him for ransom. Marjory comes from a wealthy family but dad seems to be a bit of a miser as he refuses to loan Marjory the money for the ransom and, in fact, he places her on the dreaded restriction to keep her from following the kidnappers. Well, we know how long that will last as it isn’t long before Marjory is out searching for James and ending up in a load of trouble.
Even though I have always found the Puppet Show games a bit creepy I still love the graphics created by this developer. The hand-drawn graphics, even though a bit dark, create the perfect setting for the game. IMHO, no other developer creates characters as animated and realistic looking as this artistic team. The voice overs are good but Marjory’s high-pitched tone did get to me a bit.
Our tools include an interactive map and a pet helper of sorts. Since Marjory is allergic to cats her daddy gifted her with a grotesque mechanical cat. Well since this team seems wedded to a pet helper, I think I would have preferred furry rather than the monstrosity that we have doing rather silly tasks. The cat is probably my least favorite part of the game and, fortunately, he isn’t used that often.
The HOPS are far more varied and creative, which is something new for this team. There are still a few list type scenes and even those seem to have some interactive items to find. The puzzles are good and include a range of challenge that is sure to please most gamers. Some were easy but there was one early in the game that is the type of puzzle I have never been able to complete in other games and, after fiddling with it for a few minutes, I hit the skip button. The thing about puzzles is that not every gamer is enthusiastic about them or really wants them to be extremely difficult. Some people have an aptitude for solving very challenging puzzles and seem to thrive on them but that isn’t the case for everyone. I love to solve puzzles but I often run into some that are very difficult for me and I don’t always have the patience to fiddle with them too long since I want to move ahead with the story.
Overall, Her Cruel Intention is an excellent game and one of the better ones in the newer Puppet Show games. Yes, it is nothing like the first three or four games that were phenomenal but it is a vast improvement on the last one. The storyline is what captured my interest from the beginning of the game and has held my attention as I have played for the past few hours. I love the entire package of characters, graphics, and sound effects that make Her Cruel Collection a game that I believe many gamers will enjoy. As always, please try the demo to see if this newest Puppet Show is a game you will enjoy
I recommend this game!
Can you stop history from repeating itself?
Overall rating
5
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5
61 of 73 found this review helpful
THIS MIGHT JUST BE THE BEST GAME IN THE DARK ROMANCE SERIES
PostedOctober 13, 2016
biscuitsmama
fromIck, there is no way I could possibly marry the evil Count Bluebeard
Skill Level:Expert
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
Tales, and yes even games, about the dreaded Bluebeard fill library shelves and today’s game is yet another about the fictional, demented and evil Count who left a string of dead wives in his wake. As games of Bluebeard go, this one is actually well done and quite an excellent game.
As the game begins Count Bluebeard has set his sights on his next wife, one he hopes will give him an heir that does not become a monster. He uses dark magic to find the purest soul in the kingdom and chooses the beautiful and kind Rachel. The only problem is Rachel loves Richard, a young man who hopes to become a doctor and one who has no fortune. Bluebeard has been sending Rachel many marriage proposals but she has somehow managed until now to avoid him. Running out of patience, Bluebeard breaks into Rachel’s home and threatens to kill Richard and it is then that Rachel agrees to marry the Count if he will spare Richard’s life. With Richard imprisoned things are looking very desperate for the young lovers. As is the case with all of the Dark Romance games you will play both characters – alternating between them to save the day.
The game’s graphics are excellent, clear, and colorful. The game offers a custom mode but there is really very little to do with it aside from setting your hint and skip times. Your tools include an interactive map that is found early in the game.
The HOPS are well-designed and items are fairly easy to find. I love the interactive scenes where it is a bit difficult to figure out what items must be used and where. If you don’t want to bother hunting for items or figuring out the interactivity, you can switch to an alternate match 3 game. Now, where I think Curse of Bluebeard becomes excellent is with the puzzles. There are a lot of puzzles in the game with varying levels of difficulty. Something I enjoy is that we have the option with almost all of the puzzles to select between the easy or hard mode when solving them.
The CE version of the game includes collectibles, morphing objects, achievements, bonus chapter, strategy guide, wallpapers, concept art, music, Book of Spells, Boudoir, and replay of 24 puzzles. Since there are several types of collectibles to find along with the morphing objects, for me this is a great CE package.
Since we have had so many really morbid games lately (awful storylines) I have been waiting for a game I actually want to play and Dark Romance Curse of Bluebeard is perfect. Even though the basic theme is a bit dark I love the way the game is designed and the story is told. It is always fun switch between the two characters as I move through the Dark Romance games which add a new dimension to the gameplay. When I saw the game this morning I knew it would be an instant buy for me. As always, even though I love the game please try the demo to see if it will be a game that you will enjoy.
I recommend this game!