dancemom1's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:3.6
- Helpful Votes:13,287
- Reviews Submitted:872
- First Review:April 15, 2012
- Most Recent Review:April 10, 2025
- Featured reviews0
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Eternal Journey: New Atlantis Collector's Edition
Travel from the deepest trenches of the Atlantic Ocean to the awe-inspiring wonders of Mars as you solve the greatest archeological puzzle known to man: the origin of Atlantis.
Overall rating
5
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5
7 of 7 found this review helpful
Where did the hour go?!
PostedJuly 22, 2012
dancemom1
fromYakima, WA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
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
Oh no it didn't...my hour is up already! What an amazing game. I have other games from this dev and have not been disappointed. This one certainly does not disappoint either. The game took me in from the beginning.
Wonderful graphics. Very different, very good story line, nice fun HOGs. Games not difficult. Love the voices. Excellent game play. Looks like a nice long game and definitely worth the price of the CE.
Thanks devs for the map (love the ability to jump from one place to another and save shoe leather), listing all the chapters in the demo, excellent SG and hint system.
I am off to purchase this one and see what happens. Thanks for the reviews.
I recommend this game!
Echoes of the Past: The Revenge of the Witch Collector's Edition
Once again black powers have seized the kingdom of Orion. The entire city is gripped by fear and it's up to you to save them, and yourself!
Overall rating
4
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5
2 of 4 found this review helpful
Not bad!
PostedJuly 19, 2012
dancemom1
fromYakima, WA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
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
3
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5
I have the other 3 games and loved them. I'm not sure about this one. A lot of shoe leather is used for one thing here and one thing there. Didn't care for the placement of the hint button being under the SG. Wish the developers would either all go top or bottom for the inventory. SG isn't bad, but I have never cared for this type of set up, it just seems a bit messy. Would be nice if the devs would list the chapters in the demo so you could get an idea of how long the game might be.
The graphics are very nice, music not too bad, HOGs not difficult and neither are the games. Game play was a bit choppy in some spots, but otherwise very nice. I like the addition of the "digging" through things to find items...something different. Not much interaction (so far) with people, so tends to slow down a bit. Hopefully it picks up.
This game did not keep my attention like the other three, but I did like it and will probably end of purchasing and adding it to my collection. Thanks for the reviews.
I recommend this game!
Grim Tales: The Wishes Collector's Edition
Be careful what you wish for... A deadly bargain has been made, and it's up to you to set things right before your nephew pays the terrible price!
Overall rating
5
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5
0 of 4 found this review helpful
Elephant Games did it again!
PostedJuly 12, 2012
dancemom1
fromYakima, WA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
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 usual, Elephant Games did it again. I have almost all of their games and have yet to be disappointed.
Excellent graphics and game play; nice voice-overs (just wish the mouth would keep up with the voice); nice music (changes as needed for FX); nice hint system (actually gives you a hint). I really like the map. It saves a lot of time and frustration to "jump" to a location rather than trying to remember where it was in the first place. Very nice SG as well, stays on the last page you visited (which I prefer).
This game draws you in from the beginning and makes you want to see where it goes. Quite challenging.
HOGs not difficult but take a little thought, same with the games. I completely enjoyed this game and will purchase to add to my Elephant Games collection.
Thanks for the reviews.
I recommend this game!
Severe Incident: Cargo Flight 821
Cargo flight 821 has crashed on an uncharted, beautiful and deadly planet. Your only companion is the trustworthy robot, Oscar and together you must escape.
Overall rating
2
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5
3 of 5 found this review helpful
Hmmmm!
PostedJuly 9, 2012
dancemom1
fromYakima, WA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
2
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5
Storyline
2
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5
Okay, where do I start on this one? Difficult game to figure out, since I couldn't figure out what to do next and the hint button certainly wasn't any help at all. This could have been a very cute game, but it isn't. I like the little robot, but his voice gets annoying very quickly. Graphics are nice, music not too bad, game play nice.
HOGs are junk piles, not difficult to find items, and the sound you get when you do find one is weird. Yes, I get it, it's outter space, but it is still weird. Games are easy.
There is nothing to tell you what you are doing, or even gives a hint as to where you go next. You just walk around and click to see if you can find something. Very frustrating.
Game did not grab me at all...no buy for me either.
Thanks for the reviews.
I don't recommend this game.
Ghost Whisperer™
Join Melinda Gordon in helping ghosts with unfinished business.
Overall rating
2
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Not the same!
PostedJuly 8, 2012
dancemom1
fromYakima, WA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
2
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5
Storyline
2
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5
I was a fan of the TV show, but not this game. I was very disappointed. It is quite simple, too much talking and not enough action. The graphics are ok, but old school. and the story moves too slowly. HOGs are difficult to see and so are the ghosts that you need to find within the HOG. Games are very easy.
Might be a nice game for a beginner, but not challenging for me personally.
Thanks for the reviews.
I don't 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
5
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5
11 of 15 found this review helpful
Very Nice!
PostedJuly 7, 2012
dancemom1
fromYakima, WA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
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
Very nice game. Not a lot of running back and forth, which is great for a change. HOGs not difficult and incorporate items needed within the game; music easy to listen to; games not difficult but do take some thought; clear graphics and good game play; good hint system.
You find lightbulbs for extra hints, but it doesn't say if you can only have so many. I tried to get one in the hotel, but it wouldn't let me have it, so not sure if I had too many or what.
Yes, the story is the same, but I play the game, not the story. The game is fun and I have already purchased it. Thanks for the reviews.
I recommend this game!
Grim Facade: Sinister Obsession Collector’s Edition
Can you uncover the truth before you become the next page in the killer’s diary?
Overall rating
5
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5
3 of 10 found this review helpful
Awesome!
PostedJuly 5, 2012
dancemom1
fromYakima, WA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
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
Boy, did I say a bad word when my time ran out! I was really into this game and the time flew by. I have all but a couple of games from this developer and have never been disappointed. Well, they did it again.
Extremely nice graphics, music, voice-overs (although few) and game play. Very nice SG, and it stays on the last page you visited...always a major plus. Very nice mixture of play, e.g. HOGs, items, purchases (I don't know all the abbreviations, so this is how I explain it).
I absolutely love this game and I am going to take advantage of the half price sale and go for it. I think this is one of the few games that will appeal to not only the most expert player, but beginners as well. Thanks for a great game!!
Thanks for the reviews.
I recommend this game!
A Vampire Tale
Step into a dark and mysterious world and help young Caroline solve her father's mysterious disappearance.
Overall rating
2
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5
2 of 6 found this review helpful
Seriously?
PostedJuly 4, 2012
dancemom1
fromYakima, WA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
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5
Storyline
3
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5
I really like the vampire story and even don't mind the old school cartoon images. However, the HOG objects are extremely small and very dark and difficult to see. This looks to be a staight HOG since I haven't run across any games yet.
Graphics nice, music nice. Too much talking and a big lag time between scenes. This is not a bad game, but could have been much better without too many changes.
This is a nice game for a beginner (and the only reason I am recommending) who doesn't mind the eye strain, but not for me. Thanks for the reviews.
I recommend this game!
Legends of Solitaire: The Lost Cards
A fun filled game of Solitaire for all ages
Overall rating
5
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5
43 of 44 found this review helpful
Move Over Fairway!
PostedJuly 3, 2012
dancemom1
fromYakima, WA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
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
Okay, I admit it, even though my favorite games are HOGs, I love Fairway Solitaire (the original) and play it almost every day. Can't tell you how many different names I have given myself. I play to see if I can beat my last score and it relaxes me.
This game is quite fun as well. Different and actually has a story line. Very nice graphics (even if it is cartoon-like), fun game play. Haven't purchased any extras yet, so not sure how they will work. I like the different things that pop up, e.g. locks, fire, etc. Even the music and sounds are nice.
The only thing I didn't care for is that the cards are so large, they are almost distracting from the game itself. Anyway, I already purchased the game...my husband even likes it and he isn't much of a game player.
Thanks for the reviews.
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
2
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5
6 of 12 found this review helpful
Very Simple Game!
PostedJuly 2, 2012
dancemom1
fromYakima, WA
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
2
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5
Storyline
2
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5
Not a bad game. Very nice graphics and game play. Music appropriate for setting. HOGs and games very easy. Too much returning to the same HOG scene..gets boring real fast.
As I said, this is a very easy game with no real challenge to it. Be an excellent game for a beginner or someone who just wants to float through a day, and that's the only reason I am recommending this game. Just not for me.
Thanks for the reviews.
I recommend this game!