beltie's Profile
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- 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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Mother Goose has gone missing, and Christmas is in danger!
Overall rating
4
/
5
21 of 23 found this review helpful
Nice Christmas Game
PostedDecember 25, 2018
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
Enjoyed it
Graphics: for the most part are good. Some backgrounds are very dark though at the top and sides of the screens. Had to adjust my monitor so I could actually see items we were supposed to find. Some items could have been a tad bit larger as well. Tired eyes need "easy-on-the-eyes" graphics
95% of mini-games were logical
A bit of back and forth, but not excessive. Interactive Map available as well. For those who purchased the CE, you can also set the Options to show collectibles on the Map
Storyline: Happy ending. Nothing dark here. Just some greed.
Suitable for any level Player.
Reasonable length. Personally, I am not a fan of the endless HO game that feels like it goes on forever and then bombards the player with a ton of HO scenes one after the other at the end. This game did NOT do that. Thank you!
Felt the different Mother Goose characters added flavor to the Game.
Music: muted, so cannot comment.
Enjoyed this one and would recommend it.
I recommend this game!
Which is most important - the family you're born with, or the family you choose? Follow Amy on her next time management adventure!
Overall rating
5
/
5
6 of 6 found this review helpful
Enjoyed This One
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
Developers listened - woohoo!! Can have more than one player. Can select difficulty level. Also, not tied to social media - thank you!
Graphics: are crisp and clear
Music: (what I listened to) was good
Game controls: a tad sluggish on the mini-games with "circles", but other than that they were responsive
Good replay: to attain trophies, try different difficulty levels, and make different choices (fun and original on the latter)
Enjoy getting to decorate the Pet Room
Storyline: More of a "feel good" story vs a few of the past offerings. This one has a selfish somewhat amoral mother, but it isn't disrespectful like Mothers and Fathers was (that was a no buy for me based on that).
Quality Control: Did a good job of ensuring bugs were vetted prior to release
Music: (what I listened to) was good
Game controls: a tad sluggish on the mini-games with "circles", but other than that they were responsive
Good replay: to attain trophies, try different difficulty levels, and make different choices (fun and original on the latter)
Enjoy getting to decorate the Pet Room
Storyline: More of a "feel good" story vs a few of the past offerings. This one has a selfish somewhat amoral mother, but it isn't disrespectful like Mothers and Fathers was (that was a no buy for me based on that).
Quality Control: Did a good job of ensuring bugs were vetted prior to release
Two gripes regarding Trophies:
1) Trophy for 20 daily challenges - not that I'm not enjoying the game, but . . . given these are set on 24 hours, not sure I want to be tied to the game for a month. How about reducing this to 12 hours instead?
2) Newton Trophy - as the "best ending" is subjective in my opinion - don't wish to play "mind reader" to figure out what the Developers feel is the best ending. Please don't base trophies on stuff like this. Some of us TM'ers are a tad bit obsessed with getting ALL the trophies ;). Yes, I am one of those, but I'm not going to play the game 50 times to try and figure this out.
P.S. Why does it take forever to get one of the first chosen pets to 10 Stars in this Series? The last one always gets to 10 Stars first?? Shouldn't they take the same time? Just curious.
Due to the selection of difficulty levels, this one is suitable for all players, from beginner to expert.
Really enjoyed it and looking forward to the next one. Good job!!
I recommend this game!
Help the Romans and the Britons defeat the Filth in this exciting strategy adventure!
Overall rating
2
/
5
10 of 12 found this review helpful
Disliked it
PostedNovember 18, 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
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I agree with other reviewers. Not having a static screen is very awkward in a Time Mgmt game. That coupled with the lack of clearly outlined goals that "can be referenced" at the top or bottom of the screen, makes this game very cumbersome.
After playing you'll also realize that once a building is built, the Workers will collect resources automatically. That was nice. Products are very small visually, which is okay given this.
For those seeking an Adventure Game vs a Time Mgmt, I believe options allow it to be played without a timer. That would be do-able, as it would give the player time to figure out what needs to be done AND continue to reference goals, etc. without playing against the clock. Would make it more like Totem Tribe which was a fantastic Adventure game.
Really wanted to like it, but the mechanics just don't do it for me. I loathed the Adelanto series for multiple reasons, so maybe this just isn't my cup of tea.
Give it a try. Many others appear to be enjoying it.
I don't recommend this game.
A dark spell forces Zeus to forget his own children! Help the kids of Hellas in this time management quest!
Overall rating
3
/
5
3 of 4 found this review helpful
Speed of Resources - Yikes
PostedNovember 5, 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
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
I agree with the other reviewers on graphics and game play.
You can queue up actions as well, which is almost always a must for me.
The thing that ruined this one for me is the speed (or rather lack of speed) of the resources. It is incredibly SLOW and as another reviewer stated, you end up waiting forever for these to produce.
Having to build and then run over to the Well to activate the bonuses was another annoyance. Either give them to us or don't.
These last two items ruined what otherwise, would have been a fun game. Think I'll have to pass on this one. Might consider purchasing with a credit, but still not sure even then.
I don't recommend this game.
Outsmart a god in a thrilling showdown of wits! Featuring drop-dead gorgeous visuals and a story that will keep you in stitches!
Overall rating
5
/
5
Best So Far
PostedOctober 17, 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
Really enjoyed this one and I have them all.
Love that you can choose an option to "Queue Actions"
Good replay.
Strategy IS needed to attain 3 Stars on all Levels. Two levels were ridiculously hard and I had to replay more times than I can count. Others had to be played through at least once to figure out what resources were required AND in what order. You'll understand this last comment when you play some of the later levels.
Still, it is rewarding when finally attaining 3 Stars
Game play is smooth; graphics are nice. Even the storyline was entertaining
The CE has a Strategy Guide as well. You can also mouse over many items prior to starting a Level, to get an idea of what is needed.
This is my favorite in the Series. Am replaying the earlier ones now.
I recommend this game!
Katy and Bob are back in their 3rd adventure! Do they have what it takes to run a successful bakery?
Overall rating
5
/
5
5 of 5 found this review helpful
Fun Game
PostedOctober 17, 2018
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
This one is similar to the earlier ones in the series. The major change is this one is like Cake Mania, where Cakes are the main product.
Mostly smooth game play. I say mostly because when one gets to the double cake section of the mini-game, the controls were very clunky and I couldn't place some of the decorations, so I lost Stars.
There are upgrades in the game for equipment based on money, and others based on Stars.
Nice assortment of products. Graphics colorful and fairly crisp. Cake decorations could be a tad bit larger, but still okay.
Good challenge. Each level has Goals and Gold Status is attainable.
I mute the music so I can't comment on that.
You can queue up the cakes as well.
Good replay.
You can queue up the cakes as well.
Good replay.
Overall, I enjoyed it. This is a good one for players of all skill level.
I recommend this game!
Sally and François dive headlong into chaos and absurdity in a brand new spa!
Overall rating
4
/
5
4 of 5 found this review helpful
Enjoyed It
PostedJuly 28, 2018
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Match 3, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
1
/
5
Graphics nice and crisp
Music - no comment, always mute
Gameplay good with exception of some of the items needing prep - tad bit slow
Only 10 points for Carl the Mouse??
Good replay
Mini-games weren't too disruptive, so I didn't mind them and controls (other than lipstick) were responsive
Music - no comment, always mute
Gameplay good with exception of some of the items needing prep - tad bit slow
Only 10 points for Carl the Mouse??
Good replay
Mini-games weren't too disruptive, so I didn't mind them and controls (other than lipstick) were responsive
The biggest issue I had was the storyline - absolutely horrible! Skipped entire sections of it. How about some nice people who do nice things like in the original Delicious Series. No backstabbers, nasties, loose/no morals, or door mats people.
I recommend this game!
Explore newly created islands, teeming with bizarre creatures and heart-stopping danger!
Overall rating
3
/
5
2 of 3 found this review helpful
Few Things Could Be Better
PostedJuly 28, 2018
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Match 3, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
Please give us a Skip option for all the chatter. Extremely annoying not being able to pass on this. Especially when one is replaying a Level
The Birds . . . , enough already!! Extremely disruptive to flow. So much so, that it really killed my level of enjoyment. Some are okay, but this was just overkill.
Graphics were nice. Storyline cute. Controls responsive. Good replay.
This is a Strategy Series. Not just a point and click (other than the click-fest with the Birds). Be prepared for a challenge though. If you're looking for a more relaxing experience, this might not be the best choice. If you like challenge, you'll probably enjoy it.
I recommend this game!
Guide Hika-Ri and Kao-Ri on the adventure of their lives and enjoy countless hours of time management fun on the enchanted island of Tapa-Tui!
Overall rating
2
/
5
8 of 9 found this review helpful
Way Too MUCH Going On
PostedJuly 28, 2018
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Match 3, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I agree with several of the other reviewers.
Graphics were way too small and not easy on the eye. Instructions for "Power Ups" and Potions were NOT clear. I did figure it out, but only because I've played all the others in the Series.
I did not get to any annoying levels with flying birds (like Moai IV), prior to quitting the demo. Something I very rarely do.
I'm sure there is some disruption factor, like the ghosts and birds. Really cannot stand that. A few are okay for challenge, but I do not enjoy hectic click-fests that disrupt flow and concentration AND cramp my hands to the point that I have to quit playing for a day.
This series has gotten progressively more complex as it progressed, which isn't a bad thing necessarily. But . . . the last couple have just gotten way too complicated and not being able to clearly see things doesn't help.
I play for relaxation and this latest one in the Series has gone from challenging to frustrating. I also get satisfaction from attaining Gold on each Level. I managed on some, but others were just ridiculous.
All of the above resulted in total buzz-kill for me. I'm going to pass on this one.
I don't recommend this game.
Help Marcus Victorious save its citizens and bring back life to its previous glory.
Overall rating
4
/
5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
Interesting - Very Challenging
PostedJuly 15, 2018
beltie
fromNorthern Virginia
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I started playing and then changed to Easy, as I couldn't get 3 Stars on Regular. As this didn't sit well with me, I went back and played all the previous games to get back in the swing of things. After this, I went back and played on Regular and got 3 Stars. It took me multiple attempts on some levels.
With that said, replay is certainly good.
Graphics are still great
Still HATE the fact that you can't queue actions
Definitely good challenge factor
Controls are responsive
Graphics are still great
Still HATE the fact that you can't queue actions
Definitely good challenge factor
Controls are responsive
This is a game for Strategists, not point and clickers. Can't get 3-Stars if one just points and clicks. Read the clues at the beginning of each Level, as they do give tips on what to look for.
Use the Special Buildings as well, like Shoemaker (for Speed), Blacksmith (for quicker building time), etc.
At first I was sorry I purchased, but after playing it through again, I changed my mind. It was very satisfying getting 3 Stars on all Levels. It just isn't for Beginners.
I highly recommend playing the earlier games in the Series before purchasing this one, but I do recommend for more experienced strategists.
I recommend this game!