cowclaudia's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:3.8
- Helpful Votes:2,044
- Reviews Submitted:295
- First Review:December 11, 2011
- Most Recent Review:December 20, 2024
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Paradise Retreat
Complete a variety of puzzles while exploring lovely beaches. Can you solve this mystery!
Overall rating
3
/
5
So-so
PostedMarch 30, 2021
cowclaudia
fromArizona
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
Same as Mediterranean Journey 4 but a different location. Same game play - do a level then mini game - on and on. Some of the levels were rather difficult as the items just melted into the background which made it a challenge which I like in games but also caused a bit of over use of hint button which I normally don't do on HOGs. Music was pleasant and not intrusive which a great many is.
One thing I've never understood on these games is why you accumulate points/money if there's never anything to buy.
I don't recommend this game.
Mediterranean Journey 4
Your Mediterranean Journey continues! Explore new cities and islands while learning about the region's unique spirit and culture!
Overall rating
3
/
5
6 of 27 found this review helpful
Not overly impressed
PostedMarch 11, 2021
cowclaudia
fromArizona
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
Didn't purchase the first games in this series but due to the high reviews gave this a shot. It's pretty much your typical HOG - find the objects as well as three hearts and icons to get photos and animals. At times the HO aren't particularly easy to find which makes it challenging which I like in a game. However, I consider the music extremely annoying and the mini games are far too easy. You collect cash to buy items in the shop but it takes forever to accumulate.
Something to pass the time but no biggie.
Find hidden objects while exploring the most beautiful places this world has to offer!
Overall rating
4
/
5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
Great game
PostedJanuary 25, 2021
cowclaudia
fromArizona
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I purchased the last Beautiful Earth game and was happy to see this one. It follows pretty much the same format as the last: find the cats, paw icon - click and brings up different animals - mini games after each level (don't usually care for mini games but these are fun and not mind boggling). Each level has different scenes (on the right side) you can chose to find the objects. The music is pleasant and doesn't distract from the game play like some does. I took off one star because some of the items are hard to find as they blend into the scenery but then that makes the game challenging.
I recommend this game!
Complete fun Match 3 puzzles and help Granny restore her cottage so she can celebrate Halloween!
Overall rating
2
/
5
0 of 3 found this review helpful
Not that crazy about it
PostedNovember 1, 2020
cowclaudia
fromArizona
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I was hoping for a really fun Halloween game but unfortunately none materialized this year. Took a chance on this one and wish I'd saved the game credit. All the levels are very dark and have a hard time seeing which tiles are left to eliminate. Have to rebuild the good witch's house because the bad witch trashed it (usual scenario). Aside from everything so dark the cost of items to rebuild the house are ridiculous and it's slow going accumulating cash.
At least I didn't spend a lot of "cash" on this and am hoping next year BF gets some better Halloween games!
I don't recommend this game.
Are you fond of magic potions and haunting creatures? Well, join in this unforgettable match 3 journey to the roots of magic!
Overall rating
4
/
5
10 of 11 found this review helpful
Not many challenges here
PostedOctober 22, 2020
cowclaudia
fromArizona
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
It's nice to get a game where you don't have to use an exceptional amount of brainpower and can just sit back, relax and play. Have to agree with some reviewers - the decorations are a bit clunky (and rather disappointing since I like to decorate haunted houses) and wish you could place them where you want them. A bit disorientating at first - when clicking on a decoration the screen zooms around but something different. I like to do relaxed at first and like how fast you can finish a level - a bit of strategy needed as you get further along in the game but not an overwhelming amount of challenge.
So it's nice to have a new Halloween game (hope we get more before the holiday) and as stated a no brainer just something to pass the time and my biggest approval - no doom, gloom and ugly faces.
I recommend this game!
Experience the Baroque Era through an architect's eyes!
Overall rating
2
/
5
14 of 14 found this review helpful
Not my favorite Jewel Match
PostedOctober 6, 2020
cowclaudia
fromArizona
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
Possibly I'm old fashioned but I prefer the game play on the older Jewel Match. You had the entire scene right in front of you - this you have to right click to move around and then find you have shadowy thingies alerting you to a castle that needs built - hope this makes sense because it didn't to me.
On the older Jewel Match once you finished the scene you had the choice to explore the crypt or the garden to get stars to buy extras - this you have to click the icon and bap around thru several screens to accumulate stars - this is slow going and so is collecting cash for power ups and medallions to purchase an addition to the scene.
Sorry to say I didn't like this game and will be playing close attention to the next Jewel Match video before I purchase.
I don't recommend this game.
Explore the most beautiful places in the world.
Overall rating
5
/
5
17 of 17 found this review helpful
LOVE THE GAME BUT NOT EASY!
PostedSeptember 29, 2020
cowclaudia
fromArizona
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I just love this type of game - strictly HOGS. Granted after each scene you play a mini game (something I can usually do without) but most of them are fun and so far haven't skipped them. Each level has beautiful scenes where of course you find the hidden objects and get extra points for finding three cats in each level. Accumulate enough cash and you can buy yourself a gift. However the objects aren't that easy to find at times so really have to squint to try to find them. Of course you get a hint button which fills fast if you play casual (which I do the first time until I know the game).
I'm really enjoying this to the point I'm playing the game rather than clean my house. But am wondering why so many games these days don't have the video - biggest factor in helping me decide if I want to buy (along with other reviews).
I recommend this game!
Explore the Wonders of the World on an enchanting journey through 20 of the most amazing places on the planet!
Overall rating
4
/
5
10 of 11 found this review helpful
Enjoying this
PostedSeptember 21, 2020
cowclaudia
fromArizona
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
This is the first Adventure Trip game I ever purchased and thot I would try this since I like wonders of the world, etc. It's not a straight HOG; you have to find peace signs, eight balls and objects to complete a level before you can move to the next - if you can't find the object you'll get a hint, plus finding an object gives informative facts which was fun, plus scrambled words, silhouettes and matching pairs. There are mini games of Mahjong, puzzles, find the missing objects which are enjoyable considering I dislike mini games. And you accumulate money to buy yourself a "gift" which can get a bit pricey.
Game isn't the least difficult and a good one to play when you just want a fun, leisurely game.
I recommend this game!
Clear challenging solitaire puzzles and help your friends restore a dying world!
Overall rating
4
/
5
5 of 5 found this review helpful
Enjoyable
PostedSeptember 3, 2020
cowclaudia
fromArizona
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
This is a nice little game that follows the same game play as the previous Dreamland Solitaires with the little fairy, wizard, quests, etc and same obstacles of locked cards or "tied up" cards, etc. Same power-ups. So not doing a lot of descriptions because it's same-o, same-o.
Only gave three stars to the visual since the art was very cartoonish - liked Dragon's Fury better. I play this when I need a rest from "mind benders" and something to pass the time.
I recommend this game!
Join the Hudson's on this colorful trip around the Land of Oz!
Overall rating
4
/
5
18 of 19 found this review helpful
Not easy but fun
PostedJuly 7, 2020
cowclaudia
fromArizona
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
This game is very enjoyable if you have patience and good eyesight! A lot of the hidden objects are VERY hard to find - blend in the scenery and a lot of them very small but that makes the game challenging which I like. (Tasmania was a devil pun intended) and am sure as I progress will find some even worse. I always play casual mode when I first purchase a game to get a feel of it before I progress to a harder level and am so glad I did.
Object is to accumulate stars in order to unlock levels and hint button fills fast. Some of the scenes are very pretty and information is given on the history of the scenes.
Good game to kick back, enjoy a challenge and learn about Australia.
I recommend this game!