Novella2's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:3.5
- Helpful Votes:1,864
- Reviews Submitted:198
- First Review:November 24, 2011
- Most Recent Review:July 17, 2025
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Riddles of the Past
Discover the secrets of Riverside, the abandoned town without memory. Save your love and avert the catastrophe facing the doomed town!
Overall rating
4
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5
23 of 29 found this review helpful
Good way to fill some time
PostedJune 16, 2015
Novella2
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Adventure, Large File, Word
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
4
/
5
This is based on part of demo. Seems to be an interesting game; although a bit childish regarding graphics. Can't say much more than other reviewers. Am using a free game code, so nothing to lose. A good way to while away some time.
Mostly wrote this review to give it a better rating. We need more SE's for people to make use of free games.
One strange thing to me, was it took her 10 years to find out about her past, when she knew her name! (must have been before the internet).
I recommend this game!
Contract with the Devil
Solve logic puzzles and search for important artifacts to challenge the evil force that occupies the mansion grounds.
Overall rating
4
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5
2 of 3 found this review helpful
The Devil Made Me do it
PostedJune 3, 2015
Novella2
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Adventure, Large File, Word
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
4
/
5
Got this using a free game code. Am glad I did. First of all, after reading the credits, it appears this game may have been made in Russia or somewhere near. You have to ignore the text at the beginning; if you listen, you'll find out it's not a language, just repetitive mumbling. The game does get your mind working; some puzzles can't be skipped, which I found out was good for me, as it made me think. Found this to be a fun game, and for free!
I recommend this game!
Black Viper: Sophia's Fate
Cop by day, formidable thief by night: Sophia, aka Black Viper, is a young woman leading a double life.
Overall rating
3
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5
11 of 15 found this review helpful
Dark Fate (for the game)
PostedApril 28, 2015
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
4
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5
This is based on approx. 15 mins. of demo. Three modes of play. Starts out with an intro about a young girl of 10 who was found - doesn't know her origin. Then shown as a beautiful young woman who, naturally, calls herself "Black Viper." Her voice is overly dramatic. The mouths move and there are voiceovers. Was interested until I found out the game is almost entirely HOS. Hints are expressed with a gun shot and beginning murder scene is a bit graphic. A game for HO lovers and drama queens.
I don't recommend this game.
Animism: The Book of Emissaries
Unlock the mysteries shrouding the creatures of Oxbridge University!
Overall rating
3
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5
1 of 3 found this review helpful
The road to nowhere
PostedApril 22, 2015
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
4
/
5
This is based on about 15 mins. of demo. There is a very long introductory dialog at beginning (you can skip it). Three modes of play: easy, normal and hard. This option isn't shown at beginning of game, only when you choose options. No tutorial; no map; hint system really is not a hint system. I was thinking of using a free game for this until I found out you don't know where to go or do next. Managed to place a few items and find a few things. Since I couldn't progress, I gave up. It's too bad; could have been a fun game.
I don't recommend this game.
Taken Souls: Blood Ritual
After investigating a series of ritual murders on the foggy streets of London, detective James Voodoo discovers a supernatural conspiracy on a global scale.
Overall rating
4
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5
5 of 5 found this review helpful
Would you give your blood?
PostedApril 4, 2015
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
Am almost finished playing this game. It is an extremely long game (which I like). However, the game shows puzzles, but doesn't really explain what you are to do (you have to press the hint button to even get an idea). I got this as a free game, so got a great deal. It is fun, but, as previously mentioned, the puzzles need to be explained in more detail.
I recommend this game!
Greed: Forbidden Experiments
When Julia reaches an abandoned laboratory to rescue her sister, she discovers there is more to this mystery than a mere abduction.
Overall rating
4
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5
18 of 25 found this review helpful
Experiment with this one!
PostedMarch 23, 2015
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
This review is based on approx. 10 minutes of demo. Three levels: normal, hard and detective. There are voice overs and lip movements. Graphics are well done, not too cartoony. You can even skip the HOS, which I found to be a good feature and uncommon. HOS are a little interactive and not too small.
It's good to see a few SE games that haven't been CE's, as a lot of times I can't even use a free game because there's nothing that appeals to me.
I recommend this game!
House of 1000 Doors: Evil Inside Collector's Edition
A meteorite devastates a town, yanking Emily from her normal life.
Overall rating
4
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5
13 of 25 found this review helpful
Knock, knock - will the house let me in?
PostedMarch 14, 2015
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
This is based on the demo. Found the game to be fun to play; graphics are very good and voice syncs also good.
Know this is not much of a review, but I bought it and am looking forward to playing it.
I recommend this game!
Beyond the Invisible: Evening
Shadows-kidnappers have arrived! Unravel the mystery of the Shadows and free the town from their dreadful fears!
Overall rating
4
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5
10 of 29 found this review helpful
Let there we light!
PostedMarch 10, 2015
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
Played approx. 15 minutes of demo and found it to be fun. I believe there are 4 levels of play. You have a little helper, who is not obnoxious like some. I have a free game, and will use it to get this one.
Give it a try.
I recommend this game!
Mystery of the Ancients: Deadly Cold Collector's Edition
Ice giants are attacking citizens as a deadly blizzard arrives.
Overall rating
4
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Almost left me cold, but...
PostedFebruary 16, 2015
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
/
5
When I first played the demo, didn't really care for it. However, after the Presidents' Day sale, where you got 241, I figured there was nothing to lose. Glad I did. The game has some really good puzzles which make you think. It's a fairly long game. I did, like others, find the BFF annoying, but she was ok once you blocked her out (not easy). All in all, a somewhat different, enjoyable game.
I recommend this game!
The Mystery of a Lost Planet
Can you solve the mystery of a lost planet and rescue the crew of a spaceship in distress?
Overall rating
2
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5
4 of 15 found this review helpful
Tedious
PostedJanuary 28, 2015
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
3
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5
After playing about 7 mins. of demo, I think I've discovered a new way to punish a disobedient child. "go to your room and don't come out until you've finished this game."
I don't recommend this game.