jocasta1's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:4
- Helpful Votes:1,477
- Reviews Submitted:122
- First Review:December 17, 2011
- Most Recent Review:October 25, 2017
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PuppetShow: Destiny Undone Collector's Edition
A wonderful story of the citizens of Joyville. Can you change their destiny? You will see – nothing is impossible!
Overall rating
5
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5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
One of my very favourite games!
PostedSeptember 17, 2013
jocasta1
fromToronto Canada
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
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 terrific game, the best of the Puppet Show series. The collectors edition gives you all the puppet dolls to collect, an interesting extra chapter plus extra hidden object scenes and mini games. This series has a look and feel all its own, and has been my favourite series at Big Fish. Weird, fun, and challenging, this is the game (and series) to beat!
I recommend this game!
Flights of Fancy: Two Doves Collector's Edition
Someone has stolen two powerful magic doves from your kingdom, and the consequences could be disastrous. Embark on an extraordinary journey to stop the thief.
Overall rating
5
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5
6 of 10 found this review helpful
Beautiful!
PostedSeptember 12, 2013
jocasta1
fromToronto Canada
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
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 review is based on the demo. What a beautiful game! You really have to play the demo to appreciate how lovely it is. As far as the gameplay goes, I really liked the customisable hint and skip recharge times (why don't they all have this?) and loved the idea of 2 helpers, which you get to name yourself. Even if you are not a fan of games with elves and fairies, try this one...you'll love it!
I recommend this game!
Echoes of the Past: The Castle of Shadows
Restore the royal amulet to break an ancient curse and stop an evil witch from regaining her terrible powers!
Overall rating
4
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Fun Sequel!
PostedSeptember 8, 2013
jocasta1
fromToronto Canada
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
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
While catching up on some older games, I played this first sequel in the Echoes of the Past series. It plays well, has a nice challenge level, and is a worthy sequel. My only problem with it (and the first) is that the hints only apply to the HO scenes, and the "?" button just gives general info, rather than pointing out areas or items of interest. Good game, not great!
I recommend this game!
Riddles of Fate: Wild Hunt Collector's Edition
Can you defeat the Four Horsemen and save the city?
Overall rating
5
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5
40 of 57 found this review helpful
WOW!
PostedSeptember 5, 2013
jocasta1
fromToronto Canada
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
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 just played the demo of this game, and I was thrilled with it! It is visually stunning, with intricately drawn scenes. I was hooked by the fabulous and menacing ghost dragon...not a cute dragon, but a black and fire spewing one! This game has a dark theme and is drawn to match. I love games that pay attention to detail, and this one does it all the way...beautiful curser, collectibles and achievements, numerous game play options, and even the x to close some areas has interesting movement. The sound is good and eerie, but there are some whimsical elements in the game to take the edge off a little. I tend to like Elephant games, and this time I would say they have a real winner!
I recommend this game!
Clairvoyant: The Magician Mystery
Play as a clairvoyant detective and investigate the baffling disappearance of a carnival magician in this colorful Hidden Object game!
Overall rating
3
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
OK game, could have been much better.
PostedSeptember 4, 2013
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
Storyline
3
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5
This game has some fun features such as interesting characters and a good look, but it is short, you collect aces in each scene for no real reason, and sometimes you have to click on an item a number of times before you can pick up. That said, it did have its fun moments and as a free game, I recommend it, but not good enough to pay for.
I recommend this game!
Awakening: Moonfell Wood
After awaking from a century long slumber, Princess Sophia finds a world that is devoid of people! Help her find her friends!
Overall rating
5
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5
Wonderful sequel
PostedSeptember 2, 2013
jocasta1
fromToronto Canada
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
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'm wending my way through some of the older games, and this one is a joy to play! Well drawn, good challenge level, non-frightening, and fun, and manages to not be sickly sweet even though it has magical creatures. Great game to play in between the scary ones!!
I recommend this game!
Dark Tales: Edgar Allan Poe's Murders in the Rue Morgue Collector's Edition
Use your Hidden Object and Adventure game talent to solve a dreadful Murder in the Rue Morgue!
Overall rating
5
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5
11 of 12 found this review helpful
Great game with excellent extras!
PostedAugust 27, 2013
jocasta1
fromToronto Canada
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
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'm late to this game, but having played another one in this series I decided to give it a try. I really enjoyed both the story and gameplay, and the graphics and atmosphere suited the story perfectly. I particularly liked the way the extra content was set up, as you have to finish the bonus chapter before you can access the other extras, including a copy of the original Poe story you can download to your pc!
I recommend this game!
Echoes of the Past: Royal House of Stone
Reveal an ancient curse and save the kingdom and its inhabitants. The last prince of Orion is waiting for your help!
Overall rating
4
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Good all around game!
PostedAugust 23, 2013
jocasta1
fromToronto Canada
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
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
If I was going to recommend a game for a new player, this might be the one! It's fun, well drawn, not gory or violent and has a good challenge level. I thought it might feel a bit dated by now, but it played just fine, and I'm about to start the sequel.
House of 1000 Doors: Family Secrets Collector's Edition
Guide Kate Reed as she solves four mind-bending mysteries that take her to worlds she's never imagined!
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Fabulous Game!
PostedAugust 10, 2013
jocasta1
fromToronto Canada
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
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'm late catching on to this series, but better late than never! This is an almost perfect game...amazing story, wonderful graphics and characters I'm happy to spend more time with. Dark without being gory or depressing, it hits just the right tone. Can't wait to play the next installment!
I recommend this game!
Nearwood Collector's Edition
The fate of the magical world is in your hands – free it from evil!
Overall rating
3
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5
2 of 8 found this review helpful
Average game, a bit cutesy
PostedAugust 10, 2013
jocasta1
fromToronto Canada
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
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
Storyline
3
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5
I wanted to like this game more than I did. It opened well with the back story of a girl losing her mother, but soon segued into woodland creatures and 'hobbit-y' things. I tired of the demo half way through. I may get it for a free game sometime, as I really enjoyed the scene that runs over the main menu page...you skim above a river and fields and it is quite a nice experience. Unfortunately, it seems to be quite average after that.
I don't recommend this game.