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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Are you up for a new challenge? Join Emily and Patrick as the moms put the dads through their paces!
Overall rating
3
/
5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Games Crashes
PostedApril 6, 2019
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
Graphics are great, as always. Interesting new products.
Storyline is a little verbose, but one can skip the chatter.
The reason I did not give this 5 Stars is because it has a serious Bug. The Game keeps crashing on the Daily Challenges and every several levels. This ultimately will make it impossible to purchase all the House Upgrades :(
Still recommending, as I know our BF Customer Service will reach out to the Developers to ask for a patch. Mentioning here because we no longer have the Forums. Will also reach out to Customer Service as well. They do a great job.
Other than the above, and the blaring sound after completing each level (forgot about that), it is enjoyable.
Give it a try. Hope you enjoy.
I recommend this game!
Stop Count Olaf's horrid reign with fire, snake bites, leeches, and other wieldy machinations in this game of deductive reasoning.
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Sooo Fun - It is Logic
PostedApril 6, 2019
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
When I read reviews by others, I was afraid the small icons might be a problem. However, all one has to do is scroll over them and text identifies them. Thank you for the tips!
When a Room Name is called out, I noticed that the Room mentioned glows.
This is a logic game and every level I've played so far, can be solved. Very much like Inspector Parker. Not worried about timer, as I'm playing to relax.
Really like that the levels change. Makes for great replay value.
Sound effects are cute too, and I almost always mute them.
Wish more of this type of game was offered.
Great job to the Developers
I recommend this game!
Your favorite fashionista is back with a style-filled New York adventure as can only happen to Angela!
Overall rating
5
/
5
12 of 12 found this review helpful
Fabulous!!
PostedMarch 16, 2019
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
Loved this latest installment in the Series.
As expected, great graphics, smooth gameplay, and attainable trophies. Can queue actions - a must for me in a TM Game.
Storyline was not disrespectful or obnoxious. Just the typical bad guy vs good guy, with a warm ending.
New products were fun to make. Devil and Angel extras were a nice added touch. A few new characters, while retaining Snuggford Crew. No bombardment of mini-games!!
Game is suited for expert players and those new to time management.
Good replay. One can change characters and play again and again.
Thoroughly enjoyed it. Looking forward to the next one.
Great job to the Developers!! I highly recommend it.
I recommend this game!
When a killer from Parker’s childhood plots a series of murders, she must face her past before it steals her future!
Overall rating
1
/
5
6 of 6 found this review helpful
Dev Didn't Listen to Feedback
PostedMarch 16, 2019
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
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I agree with some of the other reviewers.
The mini-games interfere with game play. This coupled with the slow response of the mini-games menus, plus waaaay too much going on in the same, makes gameplay tedious and cumbersome.
Controls are sluggish and one has to repeat actions again and again to get the program to respond. This takes away all enjoyment in playing the game for me.
The above comments were expressed by many players when reviewing the first game in the Series. Obviously, the Developers either didn't take the time to read them or didn't care.
I was sorry I purchased the first in the Series, but was hopeful feedback given would have improved this latest installment. No such luck.
Such a shame. Could've have been a fun Series.
This is a No Go for me.
I don't recommend this game.
Play Kingdom Chronicles 2 and learn more about the orcs’ dirty tricks in this time-management adventure.
Overall rating
5
/
5
16 of 20 found this review helpful
Great Sequel
PostedFebruary 10, 2019
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
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
Good graphics, good replay, smooth controls.
Can queue tasks - a must for me.
Does require strategy, but can beat some of the earlier levels even if you make a mistake.
Not sure why, but I love the sound effects. I find them annoying in a majority of the games, but here, they are very cute.
True there isn't a relaxed option, but as the Game allows you to proceed without getting 3 stars, it isn't a deal breaker for me.
Went back and played the first game again. Very similar, but there are some new things too. The Developers didn't fix what "wasn't" broken - kudos to them for that.
This is just what to expect from a sequel, some old and some new.
Great job!
I recommend this game!
Cozy up to the fire. It’s cold outside and you’re snowed in with a game of Solitaire! Rebuild 5 frosty locations in this wintry adventure.
Overall rating
3
/
5
4 of 4 found this review helpful
Nice - Good have less Obstacles
PostedFebruary 10, 2019
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I agree with CowClaudia. With all the obstacles (vines, ice, blocks, etc) one has to replay a level way too many times. This takes away from my enjoyment. Don't get me wrong, I like some challenge, but this is just to much. I'll play Solitaire to relax. The accumulation of $'s to purchase upgrades could also be more generous.
As far as the music, it is easy enough to mute it.
Graphics are nice and crisp and gameplay is smooth. The only other annoying item I find, is having to tell the game when I'm done with a combo run. Really? Maybe I'm missing the need for this. Didn't have to do this with the earlier games and it's just another click in a game full of clicks.
Overall though, enjoying the game.
I recommend this game!
Chaos has emerged from Pandora's Box! Only you can stop the apocalypse!
Overall rating
5
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5
18 of 19 found this review helpful
Fun Game - Great for all Experience Levels
PostedJanuary 6, 2019
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, 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
TM is my favorite genre, so I can be overcritical in my reviews of these games. I played the first game in the Series and really enjoyed it. Feel the same about this one as well, nothing not to like.
Graphics: are large, crisp and clear, so one can see items easily
Buildings can be identified by look and are upgradeable, despite what another reviewer stated. Although, just as with other TM games, Upgrades aren't available at the onset. They become available as you play on.
Storyline: is fine
Music: always mute it, so can't comment
Game Play: Controls are very responsive. One can queue
up actions (a MUST for me). Easy to cancel an action as well
up actions (a MUST for me). Easy to cancel an action as well
Game flow is also nice
This is not a hectic, break your neck, frantic scramble to try to attain 3 Stars with a ridiculously unreasonable time limit (like in some of the Dracula series - which I do like, those are for more hard core TM players though)
Challenge: There IS strategy involved. If you don't check out what needs to be done and plan your actions & resources, you will have to replay to get 3 Stars
There are 3 levels of play: untimed, normal, and hard
There were no trophies available in the first of the series in Standard Edition. Don't know if that will be the case in the sequel.
This game is suitable for experienced players, as well as those new to Time Management
I give it 5 Stars. Very refreshing and enjoyable. Glad they presented a sequel. Looking forward to a third - even though I haven't finished this one yet :)
Could offer a tad bit more for a CE Edition
I recommend this game!
Head the investigation team and help the Argonauts crack the case of the missing Golden Fleece in this fantastic time management adventure!
Overall rating
5
/
5
8 of 8 found this review helpful
Fun Game - Great for all Experience Levels
PostedJanuary 6, 2019
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
TM is my favorite genre, so I can be overcritical in my reviews of these games. With this one, there is nothing not to like.
Graphics: are large, crisp and clear, so one can see items easily
Buildings can be identified by look and are upgradeable, despite what another reviewer stated
Storyline: is fine
Music: always mute it, so can't comment
Game Play: Controls are very responsive. One can queue
up actions (a MUST for me). Easy to cancel an action as well
Game flow is also nice
This is not a hectic, break your neck, frantic scramble to try to attain 3 Stars with a ridiculously unreasonable time limit (like in some of the Dracula series - which I do like)
up actions (a MUST for me). Easy to cancel an action as well
Game flow is also nice
This is not a hectic, break your neck, frantic scramble to try to attain 3 Stars with a ridiculously unreasonable time limit (like in some of the Dracula series - which I do like)
Challenge: There IS strategy involved. I had to replay two of the earlier levels because I didn't take time to plan out my actions
There are 3 levels of play: untimed, normal, and hard
There are no trophies available in the Standard edition
This game is suitable for experienced players, as well as those new to Time Management
I give it 5 Stars. Very refreshing and enjoyable
I recommend this game!
Help friendly ghosts celebrate Christmas! They don't know how to do it and have less than a month to get prepared!
Overall rating
5
/
5
Loving It
PostedDecember 25, 2018
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
Great Christmas Theme. Really enjoying these. Just got into them.
Beautiful graphics
Cute Storyline
Replay is good
Some strategy is required even if one plays on Untimed
3 different Modes of play
Trophies to obtain
Cute Storyline
Replay is good
Some strategy is required even if one plays on Untimed
3 different Modes of play
Trophies to obtain
Enjoyed this so much, I've gone on to purchase several others
Great relaxing way to spend some time
Suitable for any Skill Level
I recommend this game!
An exciting Christmas adventure across fantastic time management levels! Help the princess save the holiday!
Overall rating
2
/
5
4 of 4 found this review helpful
Not Enjoying
PostedDecember 25, 2018
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
Not sure what the deal is for me on this one, but I simply cannot get into it. I own 4 of these and this one just isn't doing it.
As other Reviewers have stated, not really Christmassy.
Graphics are still very small and as my eyes age, it's just not fun having to wear my magnifiers and then still squinting at the little icons.
The Tutorial is more of a hindrance than a help, as it interrupts game play and doesn't always set the Player up for 3 stars
If you've played others in the Series, you know the Merrymaker can be sent to Resource Buildings to increase yield, but it really could be explained more fully
No choice of difficulty level - I was surprised, as I thought the others had this. I'll go back and check
Controls aren't always responsive, especially when the thief comes to steal resources or when something is close to a Resource Producing Building
Can queue actions in advance - always a plus
Maybe it's because nothing new is really offered in each new edition to the series (not even the products really change)?? At least with other series, new products are introduced to keep it fresh!
Not sure what it is, but I'm having trouble even finishing this one
Try it for yourself. Hopefully, you'll enjoy it
I don't recommend this game.