teacherme's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:3.3
- Helpful Votes:100
- Reviews Submitted:7
- First Review:January 9, 2012
- Most Recent Review:March 17, 2024
- Featured reviews0
teacherme's Review History
Small-town living can drive you crazy.
Overall rating
5
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5
Remastered - YES!
PostedMarch 17, 2024
teacherme
fromPhilly, PA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
5
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5
I can't believe that no one has reviewed this game!
I checked my game file and it seemed that I played "The Others" in 2016, but have little recall of it, except the deserted town and empty toy factory. Now playing this Brightstone Mysteries update, it's a totally new game, and thoroughly enjoyable.
I've used the hint button a bit, but there's a map to keep one from getting too lost.
This is a game that keeps calling me back to my computer, and even giving up a Sunday to see what happens!
I recommend this game!
Vault Cracker
Help Melissa find her son, figure out who is behind his kidnapping, and stay off the police radar in Vault Cracker!
Overall rating
5
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5
8 of 8 found this review helpful
Second time around and just as good
PostedJune 12, 2012
teacherme
fromPhilly, PA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
5
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5
I'm playing this game for the second time and just wanted to put in my 2 cents.
I love this game! It's quirky, interesting, and different.
The "music" gets monotonous, so turn it off.
It doesn't take too much deep thinking, but it's not a game where you'll get lost and give up.
It's a combination of HO/FHO scenes which I enjoyed.
I love this game! It's quirky, interesting, and different.
The "music" gets monotonous, so turn it off.
It doesn't take too much deep thinking, but it's not a game where you'll get lost and give up.
It's a combination of HO/FHO scenes which I enjoyed.
I recommend this game!
Magic Encyclopedia
Guide a young lady on a magical quest to find her brother and stop the manifestation of a terrible and ancient evil!
Overall rating
4
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5
14 of 15 found this review helpful
A Definite Challenge
PostedMay 31, 2012
teacherme
fromPhilly, PA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
4
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5
Warning! There is no skip button for the mini-games.
Warning! There is no "walkthrough" via BigFish games.
Warning! Hints are not plentiful but are available if you work for them.
I thought of giving up at several points but, with help from other players, I was able to succeed with completing this game.
Warning! There is no "walkthrough" via BigFish games.
Warning! Hints are not plentiful but are available if you work for them.
I thought of giving up at several points but, with help from other players, I was able to succeed with completing this game.
It's a big feeling of satisfaction.
I recommend this game!
Mishap: An Accidental Haunting
The Burtons have just moved into a beautiful new home, which just happens to be haunted. Help them deal with the ghosts!
Overall rating
4
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5
32 of 39 found this review helpful
Better than I expected!
PostedFebruary 11, 2012
teacherme
fromPhilly, PA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
5
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5
The initial 2 reviews were discouraging and I didn't think I'd care for this game.
Warning - the scenes in this game scroll from side to side, and some players may become nauseous.
At first the game was overwhelming with SO much going on. But the trial hour gave me a good feel for it and I was hooked. The extra rebus riddles and use of the monocle ended up being my favorite parts.
Yes, you can click past the narration.
I liked the fact that items where hidden in logical settings - BBQ fork in the kitchen, razor in the bathroom. Not vice versa.
Enjoy!
Warning - the scenes in this game scroll from side to side, and some players may become nauseous.
At first the game was overwhelming with SO much going on. But the trial hour gave me a good feel for it and I was hooked. The extra rebus riddles and use of the monocle ended up being my favorite parts.
Yes, you can click past the narration.
I liked the fact that items where hidden in logical settings - BBQ fork in the kitchen, razor in the bathroom. Not vice versa.
Enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Otherworld: Spring of Shadows Collector's Edition
Use a mystical locket to explore a magical world and save a young girl in Otherworld: Spring of Shadows!
Overall rating
2
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5
9 of 12 found this review helpful
Not for me!
PostedJanuary 30, 2012
teacherme
fromPhilly, PA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
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
I played the trial hour of this on the easiest level and found it only mediocre. I agree with other reviewers that the guide is of little help. I gave up when I used too much time having to search for the final spider.
Yes, the visual aspect of this game is excellent, but if the game is tedious - what's the point?
There's no way I'd pay $14 for this game.
Yes, the visual aspect of this game is excellent, but if the game is tedious - what's the point?
There's no way I'd pay $14 for this game.
I don't recommend this game.
The Stroke of Midnight
A romance author has stumbled upon a Victorian-era love triangle, and must reunite the long lost lovers in the afterlife!
Overall rating
2
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5
5 of 8 found this review helpful
Disappointment
PostedJanuary 13, 2012
teacherme
fromPhilly, PA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
When I first saw this DD I was excited, especially since the 6 reviews on the download page were all pretty positive. I loaded the trial and, low and behold, I'd already done it before. But I didn't buy it. I wonder why? Based on the great reviews, I paid the $3.00 and now I am sorry that I did.
I understand the game, and have NO difficulty with nausea. However, everything is very sluggish, and the cursor doesn't respond the customary way. It took me a long time to dress those knights in their armor because I just couldn't get the parts to click on. Very frustrating.
Yes, the graphics are lovely, and the story line is nice, but still......
I haven't finished the game by a long shot, but I'll have to wait until I'm in a really patient mood to go back to it. Bummer.
I understand the game, and have NO difficulty with nausea. However, everything is very sluggish, and the cursor doesn't respond the customary way. It took me a long time to dress those knights in their armor because I just couldn't get the parts to click on. Very frustrating.
Yes, the graphics are lovely, and the story line is nice, but still......
I haven't finished the game by a long shot, but I'll have to wait until I'm in a really patient mood to go back to it. Bummer.
I don't recommend this game.
Romancing the Seven Wonders: Taj Mahal
Help guide the spirit of Prince Khurram to Paradise and reunite him with his one true love, the Princess Mumtaz!
Overall rating
1
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5
32 of 32 found this review helpful
Skip this one
PostedJanuary 9, 2012
teacherme
fromPhilly, PA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
2
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5
Seems that I am the first to try this game and to bother giving it a review.
Much work needs to be done to correct the bugs on this game. I only managed to play about 20 minutes before giving up. The game is cumbersome, to say the least. Items picked up aren't there when one needs them and it was nearly impossible to find hidden items (rocks.) One can't click more than 3 times before the cursor swirls telling you to stop clicking randomly.
The story at the beginning is very interesting. 14 children? No wonder she died!!
This game is not worth the frustration.
Much work needs to be done to correct the bugs on this game. I only managed to play about 20 minutes before giving up. The game is cumbersome, to say the least. Items picked up aren't there when one needs them and it was nearly impossible to find hidden items (rocks.) One can't click more than 3 times before the cursor swirls telling you to stop clicking randomly.
The story at the beginning is very interesting. 14 children? No wonder she died!!
This game is not worth the frustration.
I don't recommend this game.