charlene_lane's Profile
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- Average Rating:3.9
- Helpful Votes:7,522
- Reviews Submitted:475
- First Review:March 13, 2013
- Most Recent Review:January 29, 2022
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Uncover Poseidon’s ancient secrets hidden under the town of Black Water!
Overall rating
5
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5
7 of 8 found this review helpful
WOW, THIS GAME HAS EVERYTHING
PostedSeptember 27, 2013
charlene_lane
fromWellington, New Zealand
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
5
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5
My hat off to MariaGlorum Games - well done.
The game has:
~ Achievements Chest
~ Diary
~ 3 modes of play
~ Voiceovers
~ Find 39 turtles
~ The bonus chapter carries on from the main game.
~ Diary
~ 3 modes of play
~ Voiceovers
~ Find 39 turtles
~ The bonus chapter carries on from the main game.
Yes, I have to admit that this has been the best game I have played in a long time. It has absolutely everything you want in a game.
The graphics are perfect and the music fits with the story well.
The hidden objects and mini games are very easy to play, however they are fun.
The one and only gripe I had was that there were sparkles in the Hardcore mode, which I personally believe should not be there for the expert fishies.
However, I most definitely recommend that this game be added to your collection - worth every cent and more.
I hadn't heard of MariaGlorum games before but believe they also did Lockwood Manor and Deserted Wood which I will also be checking out too.
I recommend this game!
After crash-landing on a frozen mountain Raj makes an incredible discovery in Jewel Quest 6: The Sapphire Dragon!
Overall rating
4
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5
10 of 11 found this review helpful
FUN AND CHALLENGING
PostedAugust 31, 2013
charlene_lane
fromWellington, New Zealand
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
There are approximately 200 boards in this game, some of which are quite challenging. I played in Advance mode and turned off Tutorial and all help in "Options" at the beginning of the game.
There is a Museum to look in so that you can see your Awards, the Journal and Player Stats.
The games are:
~ Standard Board
~ Secret Entrance Board
~ Dodge Board
~ Strangle Vine Board
~ Build Board
~ Locks Board
~ Climbing Board
~ Evasion Board
~ Expansion Board
~ Cave-in Board
~ Pathmaking Board
~ Delicate Jewels Board
~ Light Fire Board
~ Flood Board
~ Snowstorm Board
~ Electricity Board
~ Unbury Board
~ Secret Entrance Board
~ Dodge Board
~ Strangle Vine Board
~ Build Board
~ Locks Board
~ Climbing Board
~ Evasion Board
~ Expansion Board
~ Cave-in Board
~ Pathmaking Board
~ Delicate Jewels Board
~ Light Fire Board
~ Flood Board
~ Snowstorm Board
~ Electricity Board
~ Unbury Board
I really enjoyed playing all these Boards, but the hardest to play I reckon are the Evasion and Pathmaking Boards. When I first played this game, I set my target for at least 16,000 points for each Board. The second time I played the target was at least 18,000 per Board. It just makes it more challenging if you can beat your old score. Some Boards I had to play numerous times to get to my score.
The story line and graphics are great. Good adventure story with Tanya, Soloman, Natalie, Ali and Trevor looking for their brother and friend Raj who was kidnapped. I didn't actually read the journals but I did make sure I watched the story as it unfolded as often they gave you a clue who to use for each Board.
Overall a fantastic and challenging game. I definitely recommend this game for all new fishies as well.
I recommend this game!
Help Emperor Omadan restore a prosperous empire in this gripping Match 3 game!
Overall rating
5
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5
4 of 6 found this review helpful
WONDERFUL FUN
PostedAugust 20, 2013
charlene_lane
fromWellington, New Zealand
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
4
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5
Storyline
5
/
5
I beta tested this game and knew very early on that I was going to buy it.
The story line, graphics and sound are just brilliant.
I was playing timed mode and found it quite a challenging game once you get passed the first couple of levels.
There is lots to do and buy. Never a dull moment and I'm sure I'm sure I'm going to play this game over and over.
Definitely recommended.
I recommend this game!
Celtic folklore seems to be more truth than lore when the Samhain festival goers disappear! Find the missing people and save the day!
Overall rating
4
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5
4 of 5 found this review helpful
Enjoyable Game
PostedAugust 5, 2013
charlene_lane
fromWellington, New Zealand
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
4
/
5
This is one of Elephant's earlier games and is a very enjoyable game. I have all their games now and this game is now part of my collection.
Hidden objects can be slightly difficult at times, but not too challenging.
I enjoyed the story behind it.
Mini games are easy to play.
Quite a long game and you are getting your money's worth.
The graphics are good and easy to see everything.
Music mostly quiet in the background until you see some action and then it gets up there.
Overall, recommend that this game is worth buying and adding to your collection. I will definitely be playing it again in the future.
I recommend this game!
Hit the trail with Rupert on a journey through shrines and castles and uncover family history in Jewel Quest Heritage!
Overall rating
3
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5
9 of 14 found this review helpful
Nice Easy Game
PostedAugust 1, 2013
charlene_lane
fromWellington, New Zealand
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Match 3
Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
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5
I've played this game in Expert mode a couple of times now. Having read the reviews above about how hard it was, I felt a bit perplexed. Honestly I found the game to be a bit too easy. I was thinking I wished the game had been a lot harder.
The second time I played I just tried to beat my own score from the first time I played the game and to keep above 14,000 points in each puzzle.
There is a lot of reading and listening to do in the game. Sometimes I did read and other times I just got bored and moved through it as fast as I could.
I thought the graphics and music were great.
All in all, a good game for beginners and intermediates who want to get the experience.
I recommend this game!
There are screams heard in Silent Hollow... Trouble at the Mystery Trackers headquarters means you're called in to help.
Overall rating
5
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5
3 of 5 found this review helpful
WOW, HARDEST GAME TO PLAY EVER
PostedJuly 31, 2013
charlene_lane
fromWellington, New Zealand
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
- Four modes of play [Casual to Detective]
- Voiceovers
- Live actors
- Achievements Board
- Elf to help you
- Shop to buy Elf and family toys, etc.
- Voiceovers
- Live actors
- Achievements Board
- Elf to help you
- Shop to buy Elf and family toys, etc.
Well, I played Detective mode right through to the end, including the bonus. This meant there was no sparkles, hints or anything. Gawd it was hard - really hard. It took me days to finish this game. DAYS!! Loved every minute of it.
Luckily the hidden object games and mini games were easy, so that didn't hinder me too long from my goals. And what a lot of them there were. I did have to resort to the Strategy Guide a couple of times cause I was so stuck, but most of the time I just slowly figured it out.
I most definitely recommend this game. I know you will love this too. If you play on Detective mode, get comfortable - you're in for a long night (or week!).
Every time I look at the cover of this game, the girl reminds me of Amy Ferra-Fowler from The Big Bang Theory!
I recommend this game!
Explore the vastness of a ship lost in time, what mysteries will you uncover amidst its Mayan idols, menacing sea creatures, and exotic treasures? Find out in this exciting new Hidden Object Puzzle Adventure game on the open seas!
Overall rating
5
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5
6 of 7 found this review helpful
Wonderful Game and SO MUCH TO DO
PostedJuly 22, 2013
charlene_lane
fromWellington, New Zealand
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
Here is a quick overview of the game:
I played Custom mode throughout the game which took me 7 hours and 40 minutes to play the game, and the Bonus took me 1 hour 56 minutes. This included no skipping or hints of all the hidden objects and mini games.
- There are four modes of play [casual to custom].
- There is a diary.
- Voiceovers.
- Strategy Guide.
- Accomplishment Board.
- Integrated map [which you get slightly later on].
- You can play Mahjong instead of finding HOS.
- You have to collect:
* 32 Humming Birds;
* 44 Explorers;
* All the beyond morphing objects;
* Pieces of the mysterious artefact; and
* 32 souls to free.
That should keep you busy.
- There is a diary.
- Voiceovers.
- Strategy Guide.
- Accomplishment Board.
- Integrated map [which you get slightly later on].
- You can play Mahjong instead of finding HOS.
- You have to collect:
* 32 Humming Birds;
* 44 Explorers;
* All the beyond morphing objects;
* Pieces of the mysterious artefact; and
* 32 souls to free.
That should keep you busy.
- The HOS are slightly more difficult than normal.
- When playing the game, make sure you check absolutely everywhere as there is a lot to find and collect. So much fun.
- The mini games were easy.
Overall a long and wonderful game.
DEFINITELY RECOMMEND YOU BUY IT.
Well done Elefun Games.
I recommend this game!
Save the besieged alpine village of Martlet and rescue its residents from the mysterious living statues in this exciting Hidden Object Adventure game!
Overall rating
4
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5
5 of 6 found this review helpful
Liked the game
PostedJuly 15, 2013
charlene_lane
fromWellington, New Zealand
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
3 modes of play. Played hardcore and didn't need any help or hints to finish the game.
The Strategy Guide can be found online, although you probably won't need it.
You have a rooster, miner and archer to help you.
You have a integrated map to move around.
Overall a good game to play. The graphics are great.
Hidden objects are easy to see and find.
Mini games are very easy to play.
A nice game to play. Not very challenging but is a lot of fun.
Definitely recommended.
I recommend this game!
When a young woman is found comatose by the side of the road with a bloody knife beside her, it’s up to you to unravel her story!
Overall rating
5
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5
3 of 4 found this review helpful
I wish Elephant would read MY MIND and give me an acting job
PostedJuly 9, 2013
charlene_lane
fromWellington, New Zealand
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
Absolutely loved this game. Here's an overview:
- Three modes of play [I played hardcore - no sparkles or hints].
- Live actors [you may see me in the future - hopefully not as a corpse, witch or demon!]
- Collect the blue flowers and redeem them to furnish your office at the shop. Go there often cause there's lots to buy.
- Hidden objects were very clear and easy to find.
- Games were mostly easy - a couple of medium ones.
- Graphics and music were just brilliant.
- Strategy Guide and hint button if you need them. Experts won't.
- Live actors [you may see me in the future - hopefully not as a corpse, witch or demon!]
- Collect the blue flowers and redeem them to furnish your office at the shop. Go there often cause there's lots to buy.
- Hidden objects were very clear and easy to find.
- Games were mostly easy - a couple of medium ones.
- Graphics and music were just brilliant.
- Strategy Guide and hint button if you need them. Experts won't.
Overall an amazing game. Not challenging but really fun and addictive.
DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED.
After your son, Bobby, mysteriously disappears, it’s up to you to find him in Surface: The Mystery of Another World!
Overall rating
5
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5
4 of 6 found this review helpful
LIFE IN A PARALLEL WORLD CAN MAKE ONE GRUMPY
PostedJuly 5, 2013
charlene_lane
fromWellington, New Zealand
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
Hi, here is an overview:
- 4 chapters plus a bonus chapter.
- 3 modes of play: Casual, Advance, Hardcore.
- Achievements board.
- A map you can use to jump to locations.
- You need to find a total of 60 red flowers (including in the extra gameplay);
- Voice Overs;
- Live actors [why won't they choose me!].
- Integrated Strategy Guide.
- Graphics and music are brilliant.
- In the hidden object scenes, sometimes you have to use your inventory items to complete them, which can mean going to different areas of the game and then coming back to the HOS.
- Three mini-games [these are linked up with the red flowers].
Hint/Skip also charge up in about 30 seconds or less. The hint can also be used outside the HOS if you get lost in the game.
- Very long game, so money well spent.
- 3 modes of play: Casual, Advance, Hardcore.
- Achievements board.
- A map you can use to jump to locations.
- You need to find a total of 60 red flowers (including in the extra gameplay);
- Voice Overs;
- Live actors [why won't they choose me!].
- Integrated Strategy Guide.
- Graphics and music are brilliant.
- In the hidden object scenes, sometimes you have to use your inventory items to complete them, which can mean going to different areas of the game and then coming back to the HOS.
- Three mini-games [these are linked up with the red flowers].
Hint/Skip also charge up in about 30 seconds or less. The hint can also be used outside the HOS if you get lost in the game.
- Very long game, so money well spent.
Overall a fantastic game. Haven't played a game quite like this before. Frustratingly I only got 58 red flowers [I'm hanging my head in shame and silently swearing], so will start again shortly.
Definitely recommend this game. Go on - buy it.
I recommend this game!