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- Average Rating:2.3
- Helpful Votes:2,261
- Reviews Submitted:140
- First Review:December 30, 2011
- Most Recent Review:April 16, 2025
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It’s trouble in paradise when Mia Faircroft visits Italy!
Overall rating
1
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5
18 of 21 found this review helpful
Love Boomzap, but ----
PostedNovember 20, 2021
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
1
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5
Storyline
1
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5
Boomzap has created some of the best games I have ever played.
And I understand that economic times are tough.
And I understand that economic times are tough.
But this type of HO game, and this series, are way past being old and tiresome.
Full of nonsensical dialogue in an effort to support the thinnest of plot/story, this is nothing more than a hidden object style game that was popular many years ago.
The first couple in the series were a sort of "different" diversion, and even the Christmas game was ok, but it is time to find other game styles and ideas ---- this one is a square eyed bore ---- and I know that Boomzap is capable of so much better.
Full of nonsensical dialogue in an effort to support the thinnest of plot/story, this is nothing more than a hidden object style game that was popular many years ago.
The first couple in the series were a sort of "different" diversion, and even the Christmas game was ok, but it is time to find other game styles and ideas ---- this one is a square eyed bore ---- and I know that Boomzap is capable of so much better.
I don't recommend this game.
The secret of the fairies lies deep in the English countryside.
Overall rating
1
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5
30 of 38 found this review helpful
Typical Domini - Extremely Simple, Little Value
PostedOctober 1, 2021
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
1
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5
Storyline
1
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5
It's really easy to sum up this title ---- no long winded review necessary because it is simply a rehash of so many Domini games.
It is overly easy ---- features the same items to find that are in every Domini game, same type of tasks, same old collectibles, and these things add up to very little bang for the buck.
It is just another CE with all the same whistles and bells we have seen over and over.
It is overly easy ---- features the same items to find that are in every Domini game, same type of tasks, same old collectibles, and these things add up to very little bang for the buck.
It is just another CE with all the same whistles and bells we have seen over and over.
But that particular style seems to satisfy those that fuss about there not being enough HOPAs, so this one should keep those folks happy, and continue to keep the quality and imagination factors down.
And, the story of the fairies does indeed depart from the type of games we have been seeing, and I suspect that the storyline will appeal to many gamers. It's just not my cup of tea. Still waiting for games with a more adult theme.
So every gamer should try the game for themselves to see if it appeals to them. That's what the free trial is there for.
I don't recommend this game.
Experience an original coming-of-age story in a magical realm!
Overall rating
2
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5
39 of 61 found this review helpful
Once in a while ----
PostedSeptember 23, 2021
Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
2
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5
---- comers a game like this, and, truthfully, that is about often enough for me. I would NOT want to see a lot of this kind of game. This is a clicker game, not a thinker game. It took me about 6 hours to play including the way, way too short bonus chapter (15-20 minutes), and I was happy mostly that I was done. I felt like I had finished a chore rather than played a game.
I was taken at first by the lovely artwork, but, like other adventure games, that only goes so far and then you need a decent story. And the story here is thin. So, unfortunately, the game is reduced to an old-fashioned click-a-rama as you hunt for the necessary items.
It IS an adventure game, and therefore it moves rather slowly ---- almost boring. But then it saves itself by finally completing a certain chore or puzzle but then rather than being glad I was moving on, I was just glad I wasn't stuck, and had been able to click my way on to the next chore.
There are things to discover in the game that I won't reveal in a novella of a review ---- those are the secrets of an adventure game for the player to discover ---- so everyone should try the game for themselves and see if it suits their particular taste. I have seen and played far better adventure games and this one is a decent time killer but would not stand up to the spotlight of best of the year, or the month ---- maybe of the last couple of days. Maybe.
Embark on a journey across fantastic locations and see why hidden object players love Voyage to Fantasy.
Overall rating
1
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5
80 of 92 found this review helpful
worst combination of bad ideas in one game I've ever seen
PostedSeptember 18, 2021
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
1
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5
Storyline
2
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5
The concept is good ---- playing different HOS and STD scenes to accomplish a level and move on.
But the game fails completely by requiring impossibly difficult goals to be met. All the scenes are tests of how FAST can you find the objects or differences ----- unreasonably so.
I am assuming that the game is being marketed primarily to senior players, and, if that is the case, the developers have shown extremely poor judgement in assuming that seniors want or would be measurably successful with a speed test. It's really ridiculous and frustrating.
As if the high demands are not enough, if you click incorrectly or too fast, the game throws up a warning saying "Let's stay calm" to slow you down some more.
I am assuming that the game is being marketed primarily to senior players, and, if that is the case, the developers have shown extremely poor judgement in assuming that seniors want or would be measurably successful with a speed test. It's really ridiculous and frustrating.
As if the high demands are not enough, if you click incorrectly or too fast, the game throws up a warning saying "Let's stay calm" to slow you down some more.
The only valid warning for this game is that there are sequels coming.
Very good idea ---- very poorly executed ---- very bad game.
I don't recommend this game.
Players beware… you’re in for a scare in the exciting Goosebumps video game, a point and click prequel to the major motion picture!
Overall rating
4
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5
16 of 24 found this review helpful
Skip early reviews - fun adventure, pennmom has tips
PostedSeptember 6, 2021
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
4
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5
Sure, it is a bit older, and the nit-pickers can easily find fault with it ---- but the fact is that it is a delightful adventure game that is worth a look.
Easily outpaces some of the weaker "HOPA" offerings we are seeing.
Just a little patience, and you will be rewarded with a golden oldie gem. I think there are others in the series ---- maybe Felix will find them!
I recommend this game!
ClearIt delivers its next batch of colorful matching puzzles! See if you can complete these marble-blasting challenges and become a ClearIt master!
Overall rating
1
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5
7 of 18 found this review helpful
Seen one, seen 'em all
PostedAugust 11, 2021
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
Storyline
1
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5
Yes, I know there are little differences, but 13 games of doing the same thing is just too many ---- about 10-11 too many.
The same thing over and over just gets boring after about 1-2 levels, and there is no real, fundamental change in the game at all. Of course, it only has a single premise, so how could there be?
For those that can't get enough of this, then, by all means, pick it up. But if you are looking for something new and different ---- BF has a new game every day!
In the debut release of Big Adventure: Trip to Europe, tour 10 amazing countries while you find hidden objects and complete challenging minigames!
Overall rating
5
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5
74 of 80 found this review helpful
Not really the same
PostedAugust 8, 2021
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
4
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5
OK, so I saw that a lot of my fellow gamers think it is too much like the Vacation Adventure games.
I can't agree with that.
This game is about going to places that really exist ---- not to a fantasy park or a completely unrealistic cruise. So that makes it different.
I can't agree with that.
This game is about going to places that really exist ---- not to a fantasy park or a completely unrealistic cruise. So that makes it different.
And the places visited in the game are very different from what you see in most travel games ---- they are unique and offer fun facts as well.
Sure, some of the mechanics are the same ---- just like the glut of all the retro HOP games we are seeing. For me, that is not as important as the nice story, great visuals, and fun mini games offered here.
Just remember it's not a cruise and not a made up national park ---- and you just might enjoy the game. I did for sure!
I recommend this game!
Follow an adventurous feline on his Match-3 quest to defeat an evil witch and restore peace to the forest!
Overall rating
5
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5
24 of 26 found this review helpful
Diamond in the Rough!
PostedAugust 7, 2021
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
I don't play a whole lot of M3 games (because I am not very good at them), but this one was recommended to me so I gave it a go ---- and what a delight!
It is a big departure from what you usually see in M3 games with great visuals, a great story, and new mechanics that are fun to play.
I don't buy a lot of M3s, but this one is a must buy.
Get ready for the sights and sounds of the Big Apple!
Overall rating
1
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5
48 of 58 found this review helpful
Totally NOT deserving of CE money
PostedJune 19, 2021
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
1
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5
I realize that this type of game might represent the wave of the future for hidden object games, and I am on board with that idea. I certainly have played a ton of these over the years. But to throw in a couple of extra levels and declare it to be a CE is an outrageous attempt to get double money for very little.
The graphics are beautiful ---- as they should be in 2021.
The presentation is simple ---- with no story at all, it should be.
So, although the game is ok, I will not support the attempt to pass it off as CE material ---- and the same goes for all the other devs trying to cash in on this disturbing trend.
Follow Iselin on an adventure like no other, explore a magical land to stop the witch Aradia, find hidden objects, and solve challenging puzzles.
Overall rating
5
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5
13 of 17 found this review helpful
Modern Twist on the Classics
PostedJune 12, 2021
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
No long exposition here ---- just wanted to say how much I enjoyed the game with its classic feel but done in a modern style with crisp, clean graphics.
I have liked the fragment games since Briar Rose and was happy to see this one.
I wish there were more games of this style.
I have liked the fragment games since Briar Rose and was happy to see this one.
I wish there were more games of this style.
I recommend this game!