beltie's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:3.8
- Helpful Votes:1,195
- Reviews Submitted:154
- First Review:December 26, 2012
- Most Recent Review:April 23, 2023
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Prehistoric Tales
Bring an ancient world to vibrant life as you build and protect a fledgling settlement!
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Fun Strategy Game
PostedJune 25, 2016
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Time Management, Adventure, Large File, Strategy
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
Really enjoyed this. It is very similar to Castaway series, but not as complex.
It is a somewhat unstructured game, just as Castaway is. You need to plan resources, how many of each type of structure you wish. Also have the choice of how you wish to upgrade your Settlement, with resources and skills.
Interesting Battles section. Very unique.
Cute graphics, good storyline, good replay.
Very enjoyable.
I recommend this game!
Plunge into new adventures of the Viking king and his friends.
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Only for those who really like a challenge
PostedJune 12, 2016
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Time Management, Adventure, Large File, Strategy
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
/
5
Another game in the Series.
Graphics are cute, storyline good, replay a must!
The game does allow one to click ahead - a must for me.
I do like a good challenge and this game gives one.
For those annoyed by the commentary, you can opt to mute it.
Graphics are cute, storyline good, replay a must!
The game does allow one to click ahead - a must for me.
I do like a good challenge and this game gives one.
For those annoyed by the commentary, you can opt to mute it.
I must say that this is a game I have to watch my language when I play, to ensure the kids aren't around. As I noted above, replay is a must. Once one gets further into the levels, at least for me, I end up playing the level the first time, just to figure out what is needed. Then playing it at least one more, if not more, to get 3 stars. There are a few levels I've had to play 4-5 times or more. Hence my comment about language. It's a game you love to hate at times :)
Great for those who like strategy with their TM games.
I recommend this game and the others in the Series as well
Restore the magical gardens and defeat the troll queen in Gnomes Garden 2, the sequel to an exciting fantasy strategy game!
Overall rating
4
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5
0 of 2 found this review helpful
4 Stars vs 5 Stars
PostedJune 7, 2016
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Time Management, Adventure, Large File, Strategy
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
Good graphics, fun storyline, good replay. Requires strategy vs just clicking away.
Gave this 4 Stars instead of 5 Stars, because there were a few Levels where you had to rely purely on Luck to gain a required resource. Couldn't produce it.
Little did I know when I played this one, that the Developers would also include this same detraction in the third game of the Series, on a more frequent basis.
Those Altars randomly generating resources, really killed the fun factor for me on those levels. Found this more annoying than challenging, and I like a good challenge.
Still a good game. I would recommend it
I recommend this game!
Gnome Garden 3 - a new chapter in this exciting fantasy/strategy game. Head off into unknown lands and defeat the warlock!
Overall rating
4
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5
9 of 9 found this review helpful
Only 4 Stars
PostedJune 7, 2016
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Time Management, Adventure, Large File, Strategy
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
5
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5
The third game in the Series is still fun. Nice graphics, good strategy, and replay. Can't comment on the music, as I always mute that.
I only gave it 4 Stars because having to depend on Altars to randomly generate resources such as Gems, really detracts from the Game.
This TM game requires strategy, not just building buildings and clicking on resources. It is hard to plan a successful strategy with a random factor based on pure Luck. Not being able to produce or purchase a resource required to attain a 2 or 3 Star Level completion, in my opinion, takes away from the fun and is extremely LAME.
The Developers should remove that. The other item that was a detraction for me, was the Giggling Chest. I must have clicked that over a dozen times and STILL was only able to collect a few of them.
Because of the two items mentioned, I would have given the Game 3 1/2 Stars if that was possible. Since I couldn't, I gave the Game 4 Stars, as it was still fun and I enjoyed the first two in the Series. Just could have been much better without the two items noted above.
I recommend this game!
The big show is here, and Kate Masters has minutes to measure, cut, and sew her artistic designs before the models hit the runway!
Overall rating
4
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5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
A little mixed on this one
PostedApril 3, 2016
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Time Management, Adventure, Large File, Strategy
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
4
/
5
The graphics are good. Replay is also good. Storyline is storyline.
The levels are definitely challenging and I highly recommend reading the Help section for pointers.
I am enjoying the game. It is tough to earn enough money for the Upgrades and the game gets progressively harder as one plays. That's part of the challenge and to be expected. Still, it might be a little too challenging if you're more into a relaxed mode of play. Aside: I had to play the last level in each Town no less than 3 times to get Expert. In one of the Towns, I had to play it 8 times!!
Just one really infuriating thing. At level 3-6, the game crashes on exit. That would be okay, except that it wiped out all my progress the third time it happened. I read in the Forums that this happened to two other players as well. This time through, it also did that, but did not wipe out progress, so I'm okay with it.
The fact that I restarted from scratch says that, to me, the game is worth playing :)
The game also features click ahead. It actually encourages it for chaining bonuses. Love that!
Overall, it is a fun game. I purchased it using a Coupon. Probably would not pay full price for it unless they modified a few things.
It was a fun (and on some levels frustrating) way to spend a few afternoons
I would recommend giving it a try.
I recommend this game!
In Wishville, all dreams come true, for a price.
Overall rating
4
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5
15 of 16 found this review helpful
Very Nice
PostedApril 3, 2016
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Time Management, Adventure, Large File, Strategy
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
4
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5
I have played all the games in the Series and have enjoyed each one.
As others have said, great graphics, good storyline, interactive HO's. Also has an interactive Map. There is some back and forth; however, it is contained to the surrounding areas vs going ALL the way back to where you started. Not a fan of those.
The reason I gave this 4 stars vs 5 stars, is because some of the HOs were sooo dark, that it was virtually impossible to find the items. I don't mind hunting around for a while to find something, that's part of the genre. But if I can't see it even with a Hint?? . . . come on guys.
The other issue I had was that a couple of the puzzles either weren't logical OR the instructions weren't clear.
Both of the above take away from my enjoyment of a game.
With all that said . . ., I did still enjoy playing it and would recommend it. Just not worthy of 5 stars in this player's humble opinion.
I recommend this game!
The fate and well-being of this zoo lies entirely in your hands! Do you have what it takes to run an amazing Zoo?
Overall rating
5
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5
5 of 6 found this review helpful
Fun!!
PostedApril 3, 2016
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Time Management, Adventure, Large File, Strategy
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
/
5
Cute Storyline, Nice Graphics, Great Replay
Offers a lot of Upgrades to buy: There is some strategy involved in buying the Upgrades to ensure you can meet the Level's Goal
Has click-ahead, which is a MUST for me in TM games
Can go back and replay Levels to gain money to buy Upgrades which help achieve Expert on Levels
Offers a lot of Upgrades to buy: There is some strategy involved in buying the Upgrades to ensure you can meet the Level's Goal
Has click-ahead, which is a MUST for me in TM games
Can go back and replay Levels to gain money to buy Upgrades which help achieve Expert on Levels
Only disappointing thing is that the Game is somewhat short. Only 3 Zoos to complete
It is also suited for younger players, as well as older players. There is a lot of clicking, but not the fast and furious kind where you feel like your hand is going to fall off after a few levels :)
Found the Game very fun and enjoyed it. Getting ready to play a second time.
Hope they come out with a sequel
I recommend this game!
The evil witch Mortessa has destroyed the Elven Kingdom and it's up to princess Aerin to restore her homeland. Help her defeat the witch in this time management adventure!
Overall rating
2
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5
13 of 13 found this review helpful
Screen Clips Interruptions Not Good
PostedFebruary 10, 2016
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Time Management, Adventure, Large File, Strategy
Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
3
/
5
The game was cute, the storyline as well.
The thing that really killed this game for me were the interruptions in each level of the screen clips.
In a time management game, this is extremely disruptive. Not a good concept.
Such a shame.
I don't recommend this game.
Boyle Wolfbane wanted to rule the world. He failed miserably, but it's okay. Things could have been worse. He could have been born a hero.
Overall rating
5
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5
15 of 15 found this review helpful
Excellent!!
PostedFebruary 7, 2016
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Time Management, Adventure, Large File, Strategy
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
5
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5
Another great addition to the series. This one is stand alone and played from the opposite side. Meaning you are one of the baddies instead of the good guys. Very cool twist.
Menus are in a slightly different format than the others in the series, but the game play is essentially the same.
Travel & explore. Complete Quests. Earn Experience and new Skills.
This is an RPG, as others have noted. If you're new to the Genre, you will like it if you like exploring every nook and cranny and have the patience to work through a game without a step by step tutorial
Love it!!! Makes me want to go back and replay the others after this.
Please keep 'em coming!
Super Granny Winter Wonderland
Super Granny's ski resort vacation is cut short when her kitties go missing. Help her rescue Granny's kitties.
Overall rating
1
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5
1 of 2 found this review helpful
This One is TOO Obnoxious
PostedJanuary 24, 2016
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Time Management, Adventure, Large File, Strategy
Fun Factor
1
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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
/
5
I have played all the other Granny's and enjoyed them. This one is simply too obnoxious with all the Gorillas running around and virtually no items to stop or trap them.
Super Granny 6 was obnoxious enough on some levels, but at least you could reasonably pass a level after you figured out what to do.
I play Computer games for enjoyment and to relax. This is not enjoyable!!!
This is a resounding NO WAY for me
I don't recommend this game.