karenmusik's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:3.4
- Helpful Votes:617
- Reviews Submitted:92
- First Review:December 9, 2011
- Most Recent Review:September 4, 2020
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Ann and Jim must venture underground to rescue Ann’s father in this time management adventure!
Overall rating
3
/
5
1 of 2 found this review helpful
Chase for stars?
PostedMay 4, 2019
karenmusik
fromIn Gamer's Purgatory
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
This game is okay. It's the usual time management. The story is okay and you get to to meet Nicola Tesla. I only bought it because I had a coupon that was expiring. My big gripes are:
1 - You can only earn stars in harder modes. For those of us who play to relax, this is just plain discriminatory and a waste of money.
2 - The pops ups in the game block everything. I really don't need all those visual aids, thank you.
3 - Using a touch screen is difficult when building on a site with more than one purpose.
1 - You can only earn stars in harder modes. For those of us who play to relax, this is just plain discriminatory and a waste of money.
2 - The pops ups in the game block everything. I really don't need all those visual aids, thank you.
3 - Using a touch screen is difficult when building on a site with more than one purpose.
I don't recommend this game.
Save the men in the village and show the evildoers what girl power is all about!
Overall rating
5
/
5
6 of 7 found this review helpful
First the dishes, then we save the world
PostedMarch 29, 2019
karenmusik
fromIn Gamer's Purgatory
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
Loving this game. Sisters must battle an evil sorceress to save their village. They don't see themselves as heroes, but set out to get the job done and persevere until they succeed. (The everyday life of most moms.) It's the female version of Viking Brothers and it has most of the elements that I love plus a few new ones thrown in. Yes, the graphics are a bit off and washing the dishes first was silly, but after that the game has a lot going for it. Love the different portals, since you really have to stay focused. There's 3 levels of play and some interesting strategies to figure out, so plenty of replay opportunities abound. I get that this isn't for everyone, but I'm super happy with it.
I recommend this game!
Your favorite puzzle-solving ghosts are learning about the ancient art of Alchemy in this match 3 adventure!
Overall rating
3
/
5
2 of 4 found this review helpful
It's a Maybe
PostedFebruary 22, 2019
karenmusik
fromIn Gamer's Purgatory
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I really love these games, but this one just doesn't catch my interest. The wizard character is nasty, you can only get power-ups with a match 5 or more, and, with the exception of the MahJong games, there's nothing new or exciting. I might use a free game code, but won't spend money.
I don't recommend this game.
Joining Arthur's rebellion against the false king wrapped with heroic stories and exciting match-3 puzzles!
Overall rating
2
/
5
14 of 18 found this review helpful
The Arthurian Legend should be more exciting than this.
PostedFebruary 19, 2019
karenmusik
fromIn Gamer's Purgatory
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
/
5
Storyline
2
/
5
I was disappointed in this game. Nothing new and exciting. The board is tiny, which makes play difficult. There are no bonuses for bigger matches or combos. Too bad - I really like explosions. The dialog is long and boring and can only be skipped, not sped up. The voices are okay, but I expected English accents. The "epic" music isn't. I'm a musician, so maybe I'm just to fussy. I quit playing after 15 minutes. There are better match 3 games out there.
I don't recommend this game.
Find hidden objects, complete fun tasks and solve exciting puzzles to save a dazzling and enigmatic island.
Overall rating
4
/
5
3 of 4 found this review helpful
Nice change of pace.
PostedFebruary 8, 2019
karenmusik
fromIn Gamer's Purgatory
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
I enjoyed this game. It's a straightforward adventure with some interesting puzzles and a few plot twists. Graphics are pretty and it's a change from the horror stuff out now. I didn't play the first, but will look for it now. My only complaints are the voice for the main character and some of the puzzles were not my cup of tea or did not have enough explanation.
I recommend this game!
Help Ara to forge the legendary weapon in this challenging fantasy match-3 adventure!
Overall rating
2
/
5
4 of 5 found this review helpful
I Wasn't Enthralled
PostedJanuary 30, 2019
karenmusik
fromIn Gamer's Purgatory
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I started feeling bored right at the start when I couldn't move forward through the dialogue without skipping. It's your basic match 3 game. No extras. No mini-games. Same old music, same old story. I didn't even finish the demo. It's okay, but I think I've been spoiled by much better games.
I don't recommend this game.
Stop the Ice Queen from turning the world into a giant snowball!
Overall rating
4
/
5
1 of 2 found this review helpful
Not the best, but still lots of fun
PostedJanuary 20, 2019
karenmusik
fromIn Gamer's Purgatory
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I love this series. This one seems to be pretty similar to the previous ones with a few twists, which is why I only gave 4 stars.
The story is cute and I love all the characters. I really like that Elizabeth is getting more screen time and Vlad is adorable. Even though there is nothing new and exciting here, it's still a great game and definitely worth playing.
The story is cute and I love all the characters. I really like that Elizabeth is getting more screen time and Vlad is adorable. Even though there is nothing new and exciting here, it's still a great game and definitely worth playing.
I recommend this game!
Rise up against robot troops that are crushing the kingdom you love!
Overall rating
2
/
5
5 of 5 found this review helpful
Love Steampunk, but not this game
PostedJanuary 20, 2019
karenmusik
fromIn Gamer's Purgatory
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
I really wanted to like this game, but the match 3 element was just not fun. I play with a touch screen and the gameplay felt really slow and clunky. I would also have appreciated a bit more information on items like the value of match-ups.
The story was a steampunk version of many other "evil inventor wants revenge" tales, but I liked it. The voices and graphics were pretty good, but the music was annoying. I probably would buy it except the match 3 is so frustrating to try to play.
The story was a steampunk version of many other "evil inventor wants revenge" tales, but I liked it. The voices and graphics were pretty good, but the music was annoying. I probably would buy it except the match 3 is so frustrating to try to play.
I don't recommend this game.
A couple's fixer-upper is haunted by a fierce creature.
Overall rating
5
/
5
8 of 8 found this review helpful
Fascinating game with great extras.
PostedJanuary 17, 2019
karenmusik
fromIn Gamer's Purgatory
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
This was definitely a Collector's Edition worth buying. The atmosphere was creepy, the storyline was unusual, the characters were likeable, and the voices were well-done. I enjoyed all the puzzles (rare for me) and the HOPs were interesting. The bonus game was good, even though I knew how it ended. The extras were awesome - I loved having the opportunity to go back and get every collectible I missed. I also thought the clue for the souvenir room was a good touch. Best game I've played in a while.
I recommend this game!
Head the investigation team and help the Argonauts crack the case of the missing Golden Fleece in this fantastic time management adventure!
Overall rating
3
/
5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Got it for free - worth the price
PostedJanuary 17, 2019
karenmusik
fromIn Gamer's Purgatory
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I felt the game was moderately enjoyable. Rather repetitious and the controls felt a bit clunky - sometimes when I clicked on things, nothing happened. It does have three levels of play, so you can pick your No special bells or whistles, just a TM game.I got it because I had a free game I needed to use and I was supremely bored. Probably won't replay.
I don't recommend this game.