beltie's Profile
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- Average Rating:3.8
- Helpful Votes:1,195
- Reviews Submitted:155
- First Review:December 26, 2012
- Most Recent Review:September 6, 2025
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A scheming businessman threatens Mary and John’s restaurant!
Overall rating
4
/
5
8 of 8 found this review helpful
It's not perfect
PostedApril 17, 2021
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
This is a classic Katy & Bob game. Even the music is the same, until I muted it ;)
There is a knack to getting Gold in this series. If you've played the aforementioned series, you can follow the same strategy.
I do agree with another reviewer that a couple of the colors of the sauces and smoothies are too close in tone for those with tired eyes (I am one of those). The other games had a nice contrast of yellow, red, purple, etc. vs yellow and light green - yikes
After playing the demo, I understood about the Robot being "in the way". This was not a good thing. I'm trying to serve the item but the robot gets there first and is holding the thing I need because the Tray Slots only offer 2 places and I've got them filled (hello? time management, therefore prepping what I can ahead of time and placing it in the slots). So not only is one racing the clock, but you're also fighting the Robot who's supposed to be helping. That didn't work out well
With all that said, I still would have used a coupon on it had it been a standard offering because I really enjoyed the Katy & Bob games. That is until I read the note about Level 21.
I imagine Developers will fix the glitch. I'll wait for the standard edition to see if they do, as along with others, I couldn't find anything that merited a Collector's Edition price tag.
I imagine Developers will fix the glitch. I'll wait for the standard edition to see if they do, as along with others, I couldn't find anything that merited a Collector's Edition price tag.
With all that said, it really is rather fun (except for the bleeping Robot), just not perfect in execution.
Give it a try and see what you think.
I don't recommend this game.
Experience an epic quest through the magic of Solitaire!
Overall rating
1
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5
As Horrible as the first
PostedApril 17, 2021
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
2
/
5
No significant changes from the first in the series in my opinion.
Do not recommend
I don't recommend this game.
The Chronicles of Emerland Solitaire
Defeat the forces of darkness and defend Emerland by uniting the races of the world against the evil sorcerer, Sat, in this magical card game!
Overall rating
1
/
5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Couldn't Wait for it to End
PostedApril 17, 2021
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
1
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
The selection of Power Ups are sorely lacking
Takes forever to purchase Upgrades
Takes forever to purchase Upgrades
Once you get an upgraded character to help you, you can't choose which cards they remove, as you can with other games of this type
Can't buy jokers, only wild cards and then you get whatever random chance gives you
The obnoxious character who comes up when you have more than 4 cards left was really irritating
If you had to take a break from the game, it counted the level you were playing OVER and gave you no Stars, even though I believe it said it would "save progress". In this case, if you tried to replay, you had to replay ALL the levels in that Sequence and it wouldn't tell you your score. Just said you didn't get a better score. Hard to figure that out if you don't know which level it's basing that on and what you got before.
The only reason I didn't delete it outright, was because I like to finish a game I've paid for.
This one was a total loser!! It's deleted now!!
I do NOT recommend it. I see a sequence has come out. From what I could tell, doesn't look like many changes to format. I'll pass on that one too
I don't recommend this game.
Play and complete unique logic puzzles to assemble ingredients and craft 25 unique potions!
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 2 found this review helpful
Great Logic Game
PostedNovember 25, 2020
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
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 one is very similar to another.
It does add additional twists. The other game had only one item per square. This offers variations depending on the level
It does add additional twists. The other game had only one item per square. This offers variations depending on the level
One does have to pay close attention to detail :)
The "cross" means the ingredients are in the same square. I didn't catch that at first.
Very enjoyable
I do need to wear my glasses to see the icons, but that is simply a product of having the larger grids. Don't see how the developers could do this otherwise.
I do recommend this game for all levels of players
I recommend this game!
Bake up a storm on an epic cooking adventure that spans the world of food!
Overall rating
1
/
5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Oh Heavens No
PostedNovember 25, 2020
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
1
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
1
/
5
I played this as both CE and Standard, hoping the Standard might be better???
Oh good gracious no.
On the plus side, the graphics are clear and large
On the negative side, the game play is beyond painful.
Found myself clicking multiple times to tap the customer. Same thing on the product being made.
Said could place a "plate" in the extra space and yet, it made me throw the item in the garbage each time
Reordering inventory was also cumbersome
On the negative side, the game play is beyond painful.
Found myself clicking multiple times to tap the customer. Same thing on the product being made.
Said could place a "plate" in the extra space and yet, it made me throw the item in the garbage each time
Reordering inventory was also cumbersome
Really wanted to like this and gave it two chances.
Absolutely NOT.
I don't recommend this game.
In the next great time management adventure, help the Inca save their homeland from a merciless god!
Overall rating
1
/
5
8 of 13 found this review helpful
Visuals are too small
PostedNovember 25, 2020
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
1
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
1
/
5
Unfortunately, the fonts are very small and not very legible for me. I can barely read the Goals for each level.
The tutorial information is slow to respond and some of the game controls are also slow in responding.
For a time management game, this simply will not do.
On the plus side, it does have three levels of play and you can queue actions.
The Graphics make this a "no buy" for me.
I don't recommend this game.
Help Robin Hood and his merry men rescue King Richard from a cunning kidnapper in this captivating time management game!
Overall rating
2
/
5
5 of 6 found this review helpful
Just Didn't Like It
PostedSeptember 6, 2020
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
It just wasn't up to par compared to other games available.
I found the graphics somewhat small for me
Maybe I missed it, but having to tap the Sheep to get Textile Bundle was NOT explained
Waiting around for the resources wasn't great either
Overall, I was just bored with it. Didn't feel it was well put together.
Note to Developers: If you're going to offer a Guide, put it in the game!! Having to exit out to look at a Guide is NOT helpful. Ridiculous!!
I don't recommend this game.
The ghosts are back on a new puzzle adventure and this time they’re going to have a run-in with a famous wizard!
Overall rating
5
/
5
Still Loving It
PostedSeptember 5, 2020
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
Nice graphics, responsive controls, cute ghosts.
Has great replay value.
It's not just a "match 3" game, you really need to think about how to solve each level.
Has some mini-games every so often to break it up.
It is a game for players of all levels as well
Love this series.
Has great replay value.
It's not just a "match 3" game, you really need to think about how to solve each level.
Has some mini-games every so often to break it up.
It is a game for players of all levels as well
Love this series.
I recommend this game!
Help Tenebria and Alrik stop an invasion of evils creatures in this magical match 3 game!
Overall rating
4
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5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
Enjoyed It
PostedJuly 9, 2020
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
What more can I add that others haven't already?
Nice graphics, interesting storyline (I haven't played the predecessors). Smooth game play.
Nice graphics, interesting storyline (I haven't played the predecessors). Smooth game play.
Two reasons why I didn't give it a full 5 stars:
1. The game doesn't allow you to continue to make matches when bonuses are in play on the screen. At least it didn't for me.
2. It seemed rather short
1. The game doesn't allow you to continue to make matches when bonuses are in play on the screen. At least it didn't for me.
2. It seemed rather short
Still, I enjoyed it enough that I will go back and purchase the earlier games in the Series.
Good for any level of player from beginner to expert.
I recommend this game!
A full remake of the Heart’s Medicine classic!
Overall rating
2
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5
9 of 9 found this review helpful
Really?? Buy the same game twice??
PostedJuly 9, 2020
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I agree with CockerMom1. I'm not seeing a reason to RE-purchase a game I already own.
For those who do not own it already, the game play is smoother and worth it if you enjoy this type of game.
For those that already own it . . . , not really sure how to phrase this. This doesn't sit well with me. It strikes me as an excessively greedy marketing ploy to expect those who own it to pay for it again! A suggestion might have been to offer it at a healthy discount to those who paid for the Game originally. I've actually seen that done before and it went over much better. Just my 2 cents.
I recommend this game!