mintjulelip's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:4.3
- Helpful Votes:55
- Reviews Submitted:4
- First Review:July 11, 2012
- Most Recent Review:October 10, 2014
- Featured reviews0
mintjulelip's Review History
Mystery in London ™
Explore the city of London through 360-degree photographs and investigate it`s notorious past in this great Hidden Object mystery.
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Bring these back!
PostedOctober 10, 2014
mintjulelip
fromFlorida, USA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Puzzle
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 was one of the first games I purchased on BFG. I absolutely love the 360 ability of these games. HOG's have evolved and graphics are so much better now so it would be stunning to have a new generation HOG with 360 capabilities. This is one of the few games I've played over and over. It really does give me a sense of London. I wasn't a big fan of the Paris or Rome games but this game is timeless. Please, BGH devs, bring out a new 360!
I recommend this game!
Mystery Tales: The Lost Hope
Free Emmett from an evil spell and save the townspeople from murderous demons.
Overall rating
5
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5
46 of 48 found this review helpful
One of the best SE ever!
PostedMarch 20, 2014
mintjulelip
fromFlorida, USA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy, Brain Teaser, Puzzle
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
There are plenty of reviews about the story line, game play, etc., so all I'm going to say is that this was BY FAR the longest standard edition game I've ever played. I usually finish the most difficult games in less than 2 hours and I played this one over a series of days. Definitely value for your money! The game is interesting and well done so the game doesn't seem too long. A super buy in my book. Happy gaming!
I recommend this game!
Howlville: The Dark Past
Many years ago, mysterious events separated Rachel and her father. Help find him and save the world from catastrophe!
Overall rating
2
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5
6 of 12 found this review helpful
Not so great
PostedJuly 19, 2012
mintjulelip
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Large File, Strategy, Brain Teaser, Puzzle
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
1
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5
Storyline
3
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5
I'm not sure why this game scored so high on the reviews. I played the demo and it seemed like it would be a good game but unfortunately, the best part was the first couple of chapters. Here are the reasons why I scored this game so low:
1. Very, very simple and very linear. A beginner HOG for sure. I don't think I ever had more than 2 items in my inventory at any one time. There was no doubt as to what your next task would be or where your inventory items needed to be used. Not a lot of thinking required for this game. There wasn't any wandering around or maps needed. You went straight through to the end like an arrow.
2. Mini-games were either far too easy or extremely frustrating. Most didn't take much thinking, just patience and luck. Also, quite a few repeats; same game, different skin.
3. LOTS (and I do mean a LOT) of HOG scenes. It seemed like they were one right after the other at times. In addition, some items were so small, I only found them by random clicking. Small items in crowded "junk pile" scenes are very frustrating. Also, some items are misnamed or odd-looking so they're very hard to find or identify.
4. No real soundtrack other than annoying noises.
5. The demo allowed you to play the first 2 chapters which took me about 40 minutes at a leisurely pace. Since the game has a total of 5 chapters, I figured I'd at least get 1.5-2.5 hrs of play time. This was not the case. I finished the last 3 chapters in less than 25 minutes and was bored to death by the time I was at Chapter 4. After the demo portion ended, the game seemed to get much more simple and linear and..well...boring. It's a bare-bones HOG as far as content.
1. Very, very simple and very linear. A beginner HOG for sure. I don't think I ever had more than 2 items in my inventory at any one time. There was no doubt as to what your next task would be or where your inventory items needed to be used. Not a lot of thinking required for this game. There wasn't any wandering around or maps needed. You went straight through to the end like an arrow.
2. Mini-games were either far too easy or extremely frustrating. Most didn't take much thinking, just patience and luck. Also, quite a few repeats; same game, different skin.
3. LOTS (and I do mean a LOT) of HOG scenes. It seemed like they were one right after the other at times. In addition, some items were so small, I only found them by random clicking. Small items in crowded "junk pile" scenes are very frustrating. Also, some items are misnamed or odd-looking so they're very hard to find or identify.
4. No real soundtrack other than annoying noises.
5. The demo allowed you to play the first 2 chapters which took me about 40 minutes at a leisurely pace. Since the game has a total of 5 chapters, I figured I'd at least get 1.5-2.5 hrs of play time. This was not the case. I finished the last 3 chapters in less than 25 minutes and was bored to death by the time I was at Chapter 4. After the demo portion ended, the game seemed to get much more simple and linear and..well...boring. It's a bare-bones HOG as far as content.
Kudos to the devs for overall good general graphics. The game played with no issues or bugs. That said, for a seasoned iHOG or HOG gamer. I feel the game is too simplified and far too linear. I was expecting a little more.
I would save this game for a $2.99 special or a freebie from your punch card but IMHO it's not worth $6.99 or a full credit.
I don't recommend this game.
Flux Family Secrets: The Book of Oracles
Delve deeper into the secret world of a time traveling family trying to fulfill the prophecies in the Book of Oracles.
Overall rating
5
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Value for the money
PostedJuly 11, 2012
mintjulelip
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Puzzle
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
4
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5
I won't review the actual game as many others have already covered that. I just want to say that this game is well worth a credit. I played for over 6 hours which is a record for me, especially since this isn't a CE. Great game, well done, and excellent value for the money.
I recommend this game!