Sirocco's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:4.6
- Helpful Votes:92
- Reviews Submitted:18
- First Review:December 26, 2011
- Most Recent Review:June 15, 2014
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Dark magic threatens our world! Can you stop the Shade and his minions before it's too late?
Overall rating
4
/
5
Disappointing and Frustrating Sequel
PostedMarch 31, 2013
Sirocco
fromVancouver, Canada
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Adventure, Hidden Object, Card & Board, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
2
/
5
I LOVE these devs games normally but I felt mostly irritated playing this game or enough of the time that I really wanted it to be over and then was annoyed that the sequel build up was so blatant that meant apparently every I did in this game was a total waste of time, which is most unsatisfying. My biggest complaint is the total lack of direction in the mini games...directions like put everything in the right place is useless if there is no indication what the right place might be. The villains are so ugly and there is no real charm or fun to the game, everything felt like a chore. They are capable of so much more. I will try the demo and think hard before I purchase the sequel especially as CE.
I recommend this game!
Several young women have gone missing in Paris. Now only you can stop a maniac’s murderous trail of fragrance and deception!
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Best Game in 2013 No Contest
PostedMarch 25, 2013
Sirocco
fromVancouver, Canada
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I almost never give 5 stars, probably only about every 20 games I play but I enjoyed every moment of this game, even the HOS because they were so attractive, story seemed fresh and original, graphics were visually very pleasing, the locations
were interesting and not just the tedium of find a key and move on. This was a breath of fresh air (now catch that and bottle it!)
Even the acting was better than most which are usually awful. AND I loved the bonus content...yes I am saying DO buy the collectors edition, which almost always is a mistake but I think this time I would recommend that. This is very amusing game and long enough to not feel ripped off.
were interesting and not just the tedium of find a key and move on. This was a breath of fresh air (now catch that and bottle it!)
Even the acting was better than most which are usually awful. AND I loved the bonus content...yes I am saying DO buy the collectors edition, which almost always is a mistake but I think this time I would recommend that. This is very amusing game and long enough to not feel ripped off.
I recommend this game!
The Dark Piper unleashes infested rodents into the town of Hamelin! Defeat him before he leaves a trail of destruction all across Europe!
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
NOT A FAN OF HOGS BUT LOVED IT
PostedJune 3, 2012
Sirocco
fromVancouver, Canada
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Word, Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management, Puzzle
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
Based on having played whole CE game including bonus and extra puzzles
The game flows well and kept me immersed with mostly intuitive play, hints filled quickly although not many are needed; despite the fact I only found about 5 morphing objects. Blue Tea Games excel at beautiful and crisp graphics which makes the HOGs I usually dread enjoyable because they are pleasing to the eye. This also means I am worried less if the story is fairly average. I enjoyed playing this game all the way through unlike some where I start another game or get so bored it feels like an endurance test to finish. Not the best game I've ever played but it kept me amused. A must buy as a SG but if good graphics are a plus for you the bonus may be worth the extra. I enjoyed the bonus puzzles because beautiful scenery and the mini games are the best part of a game for me.
The game flows well and kept me immersed with mostly intuitive play, hints filled quickly although not many are needed; despite the fact I only found about 5 morphing objects. Blue Tea Games excel at beautiful and crisp graphics which makes the HOGs I usually dread enjoyable because they are pleasing to the eye. This also means I am worried less if the story is fairly average. I enjoyed playing this game all the way through unlike some where I start another game or get so bored it feels like an endurance test to finish. Not the best game I've ever played but it kept me amused. A must buy as a SG but if good graphics are a plus for you the bonus may be worth the extra. I enjoyed the bonus puzzles because beautiful scenery and the mini games are the best part of a game for me.
I recommend this game!
Novelist Edward Grand has found evidence of a terrible tragedy in the city of Rosemount and sets off to investigate!
Overall rating
5
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5
2 of 3 found this review helpful
Feeling Generous
PostedMarch 27, 2012
Sirocco
fromVancouver, Canada
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
I'm rounding up just over four stars to 5 because I am having a lot of fun with the game and feel generous towards a new developer, best game out in a few and worth the CE price perhaps because I really appreciate the ability to replay the mini games which is my favourite part. They are not really hard but they are quite pretty and the visual appeal of a game is very important to me. This game is reminiscent of the snow queen in some respects but not enough to really detract. The story is lame but the scenery is well drawn and the HOGs are clear enough to pass through quickly. The music is better than most and tolerable for some time before I switch off which in some games is almost immediate. It is outstanding NO but it is a good solid few hours of entertainment and that's all I ask of a game.
I recommend this game!
Dive into Haunted Manor: Queen of Death and save your sister before it’s too late! Find a powerful amulet to stop an ancient evil!
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 3 found this review helpful
Way to Spoil a Fantastic Game
PostedMarch 4, 2012
Sirocco
fromVancouver, Canada
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
2
/
5
This may just be the most visually stunning game ever with a sense of coherent art direction like a great movie. I was totally thrilled with the look of the game and the many excellent mini games throughout. I could even live with the general story line despite as other have mentioned the coolness of the heroine given the very traumatic events taking place. The choice of music was excellent, Mozart much appreciated. What I disliked about the game was the demons. I am a firm believer in the spirit world. I don't like to focus on very negative images because I am a firm believer in the power of the mind and imagination. Some things like ouija boards are best left alone in my view. You are tampering with forces beyond your control. I can handle collecting a bunch of ingredients and tossing them in a pot because I just think potion and my intent is not to perform magic. Images of dark forces is something else. Ghosts are OK, creepy is OK, ugly, sick or super gory (not in this game) just is a turn off. I enjoy games were I heal worlds and restore beauty and order but please don't mess with the negative forces. Where were the vanquishing angels at least to support this girl in her task, no human survives that kind of evil without support from the powers for good. STOP GOING THERE PLEASE!
I recommend this game!
Use a mystical locket to explore a magical world and save a young girl in Otherworld: Spring of Shadows!
Overall rating
5
/
5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Beautiful.worth the price...yet I'm a bit torn
PostedFebruary 12, 2012
Sirocco
fromVancouver, Canada
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
I love BoomZap Games and this is a stunning game to look at yet the play is so illogical at times I was forced to use the SG which was tiresome. I'm being chased by the Shade yet I am unscrewing wheels, how likely is that ? I didn't enjoy the story as much as Moonfell Wood but it was so pretty mostly I didn't care. The music was almost lovely and way better than most and it took me hours to play so very good value. I guess they have set the bar so high in the past it is hard to top themselves. There were some intriguing new mini games for which I was grateful and only a few HOGs which bore me unless the objects are gorgeous to look at. i also liked not immediately throwing away a useful object (like the knife) only having to search for another one. It makes me feel like a ditz when that happens. I had ti give them 5 stars but for sheer enjoyment it is a very good 4.
I recommend this game!
Explore the lands of the Pharaohs and the Cradle of Egypt! Enjoy the miraculous constructions in this awesome Match 3 game!
Overall rating
4
/
5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
Addicted!
PostedJanuary 2, 2012
Sirocco
fromVancouver, Canada
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
I played this game beyond the point of exhaustion and still couldn't stop. I banned myself from playing this game today in the interest of being able to sleep without be too wired up and yes you guessed it, I played it any way. Good match three where some strategy improves the speed of monument building. Don't start playing unless you have some time to devote to it in case you can't stop. It was fun!
I recommend this game!
After an archeologist releases the element of water, it’s up to you to restore the balance of the elements!
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Awesome Game
PostedDecember 26, 2011
Sirocco
fromVancouver, Canada
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
The more I played the more I was hooked, The bonus chapter is wonderful and you will be sorry you missed it if you only buy the SE Lots of wonderful puzzles that intrigued but were fun to play even those that took a bit longer. One of the best games I have played all year and there have been some great ones. Nothing too dark or dreary, some pretty scenery as well. More of the same please!
I recommend this game!