Skulduggery's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:4.7
- Helpful Votes:142
- Reviews Submitted:6
- First Review:November 14, 2011
- Most Recent Review:December 9, 2012
- Featured reviews0
Skulduggery's Review History
The residents of Bitterford, Maine have fallen prey to a terrible curse. It’s up to you to unravel the series of mysterious events that led to the town’s downfall and uncover the evil that was responsible.
Overall rating
3
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Skip CE version
PostedDecember 9, 2012
Skulduggery
fromEngland
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Brain Teaser, Puzzle
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
2
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5
Storyline
3
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5
Firstly, in my opinion the extra cost of the CE is not worth it. The bonus level is tiny, the morphing objects are good but should have been included as standard, Considering the CE is double the price this is pretty lame.
As to the game itself.
Firstly, because I'm about to be quite harsh, I will say if this was *not* a Mystery Case Files game I would probably like it a bit more, it's not a terrible game, it's an "okay" game and a disappointing one.
MCF Ravenhearst was the very first hidden object game I ever played and I am a huge fan of the series, I even like the wii and DS games. As a rule I think they have gotten better and better with each one.
Until this one.
Until this one.
There is so much wrong with this game.
The psychic (who isn't convincingly acted and becomes quickly irritating) directing everything ruins the sense of atmosphere.
The plot isn't very strong and felt quite tired.
The game-play felt particularly weak for a MCF game. The hidden object scenes were too easy and simple.
The puzzle elements were minimal and if you are an experienced player probably far too easy. I did like finding the drawings a bit better. The morphing items are good, but only if you buy the CE.
The main recurring puzzle was frustrating not because it was particularly hard but because it was hard to control them and to put the pieces in place and the right way up.
On one occasion I had to reset twice as the pieces got stuck and prevented completion.
This was the wrong kind of challenging, and I found it annoying and felt it was only done to try and stretch out how long the game took.
On one occasion I had to reset twice as the pieces got stuck and prevented completion.
This was the wrong kind of challenging, and I found it annoying and felt it was only done to try and stretch out how long the game took.
This game seemed far shorter than previous MCF games, especially the more recent ones. Took less thought and was less fun.
I kept stopping as I would get a bit bored.
I kept stopping as I would get a bit bored.
I sincerely hope the next one is better, but I think I will actually play out the hour trial to make sure.
I recommend this game!
Become an Art Mogul by bidding at exciting auctions, completing lucrative requests, exposing fakes, and much more!
Overall rating
5
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5
14 of 14 found this review helpful
My New Favourite Waste of Time :)
PostedMay 29, 2012
Skulduggery
fromEngland
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Brain Teaser, Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Card & Board, Puzzle
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
A new twist on hidden object games that works and is great fun :) It even makes sense that you are searching for things.
The Art is beautiful and is part of what makes the game so much fun to play. You really feel like you are creating art collections and becoming a better art dealer ;)
I love everything about this game, it's not especially story-driven or atmospheric, but it dosen't need to be.
I have just been playing for around 5 hours straight and didn't notice the time fly. (I don't know how long the game is, it didn't feel like I was nearing the end of the game)
I have just been playing for around 5 hours straight and didn't notice the time fly. (I don't know how long the game is, it didn't feel like I was nearing the end of the game)
There is a spot-the-difference element which I think can probably be avoided completely if you don't like that kind of thing, but again within the story it makes sense, and I definitely think it adds something good.
I recommend this game!
Save the three worlds contained inside of a magical book in Azada: In Libro! Stop a dark magician from conquering Azada!
Overall rating
5
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5
Good but...
PostedMay 15, 2012
Skulduggery
fromEngland
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Brain Teaser, Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Card & Board, Puzzle
Current Favorite:
Sherlock Holmes VS Arsene Lupin
(28)Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
4
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5
A beautiful and atmospheric game that was a pleasure to play, if not especially challenging for an experienced player.
However as one of the Azada series it makes no sense, not only is the game-play very different to the previous titles, the story is completely changed as is the characters. Personally I had to just mentally separate it from the previous titles and forget the previous story otherwise it was too confusing.
However as one of the Azada series it makes no sense, not only is the game-play very different to the previous titles, the story is completely changed as is the characters. Personally I had to just mentally separate it from the previous titles and forget the previous story otherwise it was too confusing.
I recommend this game!
Everything you need to play and create jigsaw puzzles from your own pictures.
Overall rating
5
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5
93 of 104 found this review helpful
Perfect :)
PostedJanuary 29, 2012
Skulduggery
fromEngland
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Brain Teaser, Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Card & Board, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
I love jigsaw puzzles but have little room and can't really spend a lot of money on them.
A puzzle game on the computer solved these problems and more (you can't lose any pieces XD). After trying a few this was definitely my favourite and full of features!
You can use any image you have on your hard drive, so you can use images you really like rather than just what is provided (I particularly like using some of the old artists like Van Gogh)
You can also adjust the amount of pieces, the shape of the pieces etc. so you can create a puzzle that is as challenging or relaxing as you want.
None of these features are hard to use or understand :)
There are "trays" to put pieces in and sort them, these can also be minimised when you want it out of the way.
You can either show the picture or not.
You can either show the picture or not.
When it's done you can display the finished picture in a virtual gallery which is a lovely touch.
You can have lots of different puzzles in progress saved at the same time (just double click the icon for the one you want to play) and it also stores the ones you have completed so you can go back to them. You can even sort them into folders.
I find it hard to think of a feature I want that it doesn't have!
Although in fairness I never use the pictures it comes with (because I prefer using images I choose and love) and so I can't really recall how good the default pictures are.
If you like Jigsaw puzzles download this and give it a whirl :D
I recommend this game!
Return once more to the haunted grounds of Ravenhearst Manor to uncover new details about this poignant saga. What you find could very well be the final chapter of this riveting story-if you escape.
Overall rating
5
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5
0 of 2 found this review helpful
Another wondrous trip into Ravenhearst!
PostedDecember 15, 2011
Skulduggery
fromEngland
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Brain Teaser, Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Card & Board, Puzzle
Current Favorite:
Sherlock Holmes VS Arsene Lupin
(28)Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
MCF games are my favourite Hidden Object Games and I really enjoyed this outing and loved returning to Ravenhearst.
"MCF: Escape from Ravenhearst" is very atmospheric and as ever filled with beautiful, if dark, imagery.
MCF seem to always bring something new to their gameplay with each release and this is no exception, with a switch from hidden object to morphing objects. At first I found this strange, but quickly grew to really like it and by now I wish more games had it!
Having said that I think I would prefer more of a mixture of the different types, something closer to MCF: Madam Fate (which is one of my all time favourites)
"MCF: Escape from Ravenhearst" is very atmospheric and as ever filled with beautiful, if dark, imagery.
MCF seem to always bring something new to their gameplay with each release and this is no exception, with a switch from hidden object to morphing objects. At first I found this strange, but quickly grew to really like it and by now I wish more games had it!
Having said that I think I would prefer more of a mixture of the different types, something closer to MCF: Madam Fate (which is one of my all time favourites)
For me personally my only real criticism is that I found a couple of sections really too gross (not in a horror way, just disgusting) and that kind of broke the spell a little for me.
It isn't my favourite MCF but it's still very, very good.
I'm glad I got the CE, I liked the added elements, though I could have wished for a bit more.
Be warned though, it is in many ways the darkest game they have done and even though there is an element of humour mixed in it may be that for some people the subject matters are too much.
I'm glad I got the CE, I liked the added elements, though I could have wished for a bit more.
Be warned though, it is in many ways the darkest game they have done and even though there is an element of humour mixed in it may be that for some people the subject matters are too much.
I recommend this game!
Fairway Solitaire
Pull out your clubs (and your diamonds, hearts and spades) and enjoy a round of Fairway Solitaire!
Overall rating
5
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5
33 of 39 found this review helpful
The best Solitaire game ever :D
PostedNovember 14, 2011
Skulduggery
fromEngland
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Adventure, Hidden Object, Card & Board, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Fairway Solitaire is a charming and funny take on Solitaire.
The game is presented as a golf tournament with the solitaire games substituting for golf. One of my favourite elements is the humorous sports commentary which never happens so often as to get annoying but really adds to the experience.
The game keeps to the golf theme all the way through using terms such as birdie and par to express how well you have done and also to set up challenges to unlock the next course (for example being under par for the whole course). Every so often you may find a golf club with a number on it that you can keep and use to substitute for a card when needed. Keep getting enough cards in a row and you have a streak and bonus points. There is also a chance to win more or lose with mini games that crop up when a special challenge card is found.
As you progress through the tournament you get new courses and elements such as water or sand to deal with. Also you can use your winnings to buy clothes which offer bonuses.
The cartoon drawing style suits the game perfectly, and even things like the humorous people on the picture cards are perfect for the game.
All these elements and the general golf theme are so well thought out and carried through that it's a delight to play, and easy to end up playing longer than you intended!
The game gets more challenging as you progress so the bonuses are never overpowered and the game never becomes too easy and therefore boring.
It's hard to explain just how much fun this is, so go download the demo :P
I recommend this game!