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- Reviews Submitted:4730
- First Review:December 10, 2012
- Most Recent Review:August 3, 2025
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Mark’s reality unravels as he discovers the truth about his life.
Overall rating
3
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5
41 of 57 found this review helpful
I THINK THEY FORGOT TO PUT THE HAUNTED INTO HAUNTED HOTEL
PostedMarch 8, 2018
Anonymous
fromDid you know that the Alps span across 8 countries? France, Switzerland, Italy, Monaco, Liechtenstein, Austria, Germany and Slovenia.,
Skill Level:Expert
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(101)Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
3
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5
Mark and Jane were on board the train, heading for their dream vacation in the Alps, but they never reached their destination. In a cataclysmic chain of events, the train derailed, near the abandoned Schneider Hotel and Spa, which just so happens to be owned by Dr, Tony Schneider. When Mark finally regains consciousness, he soon discovers that the train derailment wasn't the horrible part, but the Schneider Hotel where he ended up at is! Mark remains calm, determined to find Jane, but the only amenities this Hotel has to offer, are cobwebs and a dark past. Either Mark's injuries were more intense than he'd imagined, or the abandoned Hotel's creepiness is playing tricks on his own mind. Separating reality from delusion, proves to be more difficult than he imagined, because this Hotel is Haunted, and this Haunted Hotel want Mark and Jane to become permanent guests!
We have a problem folks, somebody forgot to put the Haunted into the Hotel, the Spook into the Spooky, the Scare into the Scary, the Fright into the Frightening! Yep the atmosphere inside the Schneider Hotel (and Spa to make it even cheerier) is practically all warm and fuzzy, filled with kittens, puppies and unicorns! Lost Dreams is just another story about a madman trying to resurrect a family member, and other than the first couple of basic Haunted Hotel HO games, this is the first Haunted Hotel game that didn't thrill me, just another mediocre game that's easily forgettable!
One of the reasons I've always loved Elephant Games, is because I love the way they're able to create graphics that give off a creepy vibe, graphics that are crystal clear. I fell in love with the type of graphics, and the atmosphere they create, when I first discovered the early versions of the Mystery Trackers series, and I couldn't get enough, playing one Elephant game after another (who also never let me down with my favorite feature, Morphing Objects) But all that has changed with their games lately, and at times, the graphics in Lost Dreams, was downright blurry! As far as the Collector's Edition bling goes, it does offer features I love, such as a Morphing Object in each scene, Morphing Memory Elements and Screensaver Puzzle Pieces that are located strategically throughout the game. It also has 5 Chapters + a BC, so it should be a decent length.
The Hidden Object Scenes offer a variety of types such as Interactive List finds, Silhouetted Shape finds and uncovering Matching Pairs. Although they aren't horrible, they aren't fantastic either, and offer nothing new, or alternatives.
The Mini Games in my opinion have the worst directions or explanations I've seen in a long time, they leave a lot to the imagination, but maybe that's the plan to make them more challenging? If I hadn't been familiar with most of the games, I'd probably have had to skip some of them from lack of guidance. Here's a list with brief (but hopefully more understandable) descriptions of some of the games you'll encounter during the demo:
1) Slide tokens to their correct slots indicated by the tokens located on the side.
2) Select 2 icon symbols that match the 2 symbols shown in the center, the second symbol is partially hidden under the first symbol in the center.
3) Study the colored lights on the disc, once you click, the lights will turn off. You then have to choose 3 identical colored lights by memory, however, the 2 lights located on the left and right sides, don't turn off, and they can be included as well. If you make a mistake, the disc rings will rotate to scramble. (any correct matches will remain lit)
4) Rotate disk ring to restore the pattern, rotating one ring may affect others.
5) Rotate knobs so the liquid levels match the hint shown on the labels, turning some knobs may affect others.
6) Select Roman Numerals to equal the sums shown ob both the columns and rows.
7) Rotate disc rings and use empty space to temporarily slide gems into, until the center, middle and outer rings contain only the same colored gems as the disc sections.
This Collector's Edition version has 10 Wallpapers, 10 Concept Art pictures, 4 Music Soundtracks, 12 re-playable Mini Games, 15 Hidden Object Scenes, a Secret Room, 18 Achievements to earn, 13 Morphing Memory Elements, 20 Collectible Puzzle Pieces, 3 Screensavers (once all puzzle pieces are found) 27 Morphing Objects, a built in Strategy Guide and a Bonus Chapter (5 Chapters + Bonus Chapter)
HAUNTED HOTEL GAMES AVAILABLE
Title***Collector's Edition Release Date***Average Rating
Title***Collector's Edition Release Date***Average Rating
1-Haunted Hotel (SE only March 5- 2008) 2.9
2-Believe The Lies (SE only January 4-2009) 2.7
3-Lonely Dreams (SE only August 27-2010) 3.3
4-Charles Dexter Ward (June 10-2012) 3.9
5-Eclipse (October 10-2013) 4.1
6-Ancient Bane (May-29-2014) 3.9
7-Death Sentence (December 18-2014) 4.1
8-Eternity (April 25-2015) 4.2
9-Phoenix (August 20-2015) 3.8
10-The X (November 12-2015) 4.3
11-The Axiom Butcher (April 30-2016) 4.1
12- Silent Waters (September 17-2016) 3.7
13-The Thirteenth (December 24-2016) 3.5
14-Personal Nightmare (May 25-2017) 4.2
15-The Evil Inside (September 30-2017) 3.8
16-Lost Dreams (March 8-2018) n/a
2-Believe The Lies (SE only January 4-2009) 2.7
3-Lonely Dreams (SE only August 27-2010) 3.3
4-Charles Dexter Ward (June 10-2012) 3.9
5-Eclipse (October 10-2013) 4.1
6-Ancient Bane (May-29-2014) 3.9
7-Death Sentence (December 18-2014) 4.1
8-Eternity (April 25-2015) 4.2
9-Phoenix (August 20-2015) 3.8
10-The X (November 12-2015) 4.3
11-The Axiom Butcher (April 30-2016) 4.1
12- Silent Waters (September 17-2016) 3.7
13-The Thirteenth (December 24-2016) 3.5
14-Personal Nightmare (May 25-2017) 4.2
15-The Evil Inside (September 30-2017) 3.8
16-Lost Dreams (March 8-2018) n/a
By: Elephant Games
Elephant Games Available:
Haunted Hotel, Royal Detective, Grim Tales, Christmas Stories, Surface, Chimeras, Halloween Stories, Midnight Calling, Mystery Case Files (Dire Grove, Sacred Grove & Fate's Carnival), Mystery Trackers, Riddles of Fate, Hallowed Legends, Death Pages, Unfinished Tales, Detective Quest, Found, Urban Legends, Lost In The City, Super Granny Run, Quark Attack, Up Balloon Up, Ball Craft, Wise Gal, Love Is, Real Stories, Bloom, RIP Trilogy, Road Rush, Jungle Heart, Avalon, Just Bones, Sir Match A-Lot, Ship of Bones, Masquerade Mysteries
Haunted Hotel, Royal Detective, Grim Tales, Christmas Stories, Surface, Chimeras, Halloween Stories, Midnight Calling, Mystery Case Files (Dire Grove, Sacred Grove & Fate's Carnival), Mystery Trackers, Riddles of Fate, Hallowed Legends, Death Pages, Unfinished Tales, Detective Quest, Found, Urban Legends, Lost In The City, Super Granny Run, Quark Attack, Up Balloon Up, Ball Craft, Wise Gal, Love Is, Real Stories, Bloom, RIP Trilogy, Road Rush, Jungle Heart, Avalon, Just Bones, Sir Match A-Lot, Ship of Bones, Masquerade Mysteries
I recommend this game!
Help Amanda collect the materials she needs to restore a fantasy world in a magic book!
Overall rating
3
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5
27 of 28 found this review helpful
HAS AMANDA ABANDONED HER STICKERS FOR A REAL BOOK?
PostedMarch 7, 2018
Anonymous
fromShe's moving up to a real book!
Skill Level:Expert
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(101)Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
3
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5
This is actually a decent swap type Match 3 game, and the graphics have significantly improved since the last Amanda game. However, I have a few issues with this game that took away a couple of stars from my ratings. This M3 game has all of the exact same features as the other games in this series, and it seems to me that there wasn't much of a change with the board layouts as well.
The biggest flaw this game has, is the fact that the tiles are way too similar, for example there are 2 tiles or elements that are basically the same shade of pink, and almost identical in shape as well. On several occasions, I found myself stalled mid-game as I tried to figure out where the matches were after trying to match 3 tiles that weren't the same, but looked the same.
I also don't like it when a Match 3 game has a 3 Star scoring system, but then doesn't allow you replay the levels to try to earn a better score. You can however, restart the level, as long as you don't complete the level, otherwise, I was unable to find a way to replay the levels once the level was complete.
The goals are given at the beginning of each level such as, clearing all brown tiles, collecting a certain amount of specific element resources, or releasing books and other various resources, by dropping them to the bottom of the board. You will earn bonuses as you progress, that become available when the Mana Meter fills with each match, such as a Hammer to clear a single tile, a Bomb to clear a four tile range of tiles or chains, and a resource Collector to clear all tiles of the same type of your choice and any brown tiles or chains associated with the chosen tile element.
The level goals must be completed within the metered time allotted. After each level you can use the resources collected to purchase upgrades, to decorate the Rainforest with ponds, which actually isn't as ridiculous as it sounds. After buying all 4 upgrades, the next chapter will be unlocked. There are 5 different chapters of the story, the Enchanted Forest, The Frozen City, the Sunken City, Dragon's Keep and the Magma Temples.
Some tiles are inside of a bubble that constantly Morphs between tile elements. You can pop the bubble once the tile morphs to the desired element you want, which can really be beneficial, especially when your trying to make matches with chained elements or obstacles. Matching groups of elements will fill the manna meter and 5 elements are needed to buy upgrades.
I liked this game way more than the last one offered, but I want to be able to replay levels that I don't earn all 3 stars on, and I definitely want to be able to easily distinguish between the tiles, but I may just use a PCC for this one.
AMANDA GAMES AVAILABLE
Title***Release Date***Average Rating
Title***Release Date***Average Rating
1-Amanda's Sticker Book (October 28-2014) 2.8
2-Amanda's Sticker Book: Amazing Wildlife (May 5-2017) 3.8
3-Amanda's Magic Book (March 7-2018) n/a
2-Amanda's Sticker Book: Amazing Wildlife (May 5-2017) 3.8
3-Amanda's Magic Book (March 7-2018) n/a
by: e-Fun Soft Games
e-Fun Soft Games Available
Amanda's Sticker Book, Enthralling Realms, Crime Stories, Bloom!, Fruit Locker, The Trials of Olympus, Rat and Louie, The Voice From Heaven, The Chronicles of Noah's Ark, The Enchanting Islands, Alice and the Magic Gardens, Wild West Billy, The Chronicles of Jonah And The Whale
Amanda's Sticker Book, Enthralling Realms, Crime Stories, Bloom!, Fruit Locker, The Trials of Olympus, Rat and Louie, The Voice From Heaven, The Chronicles of Noah's Ark, The Enchanting Islands, Alice and the Magic Gardens, Wild West Billy, The Chronicles of Jonah And The Whale
I recommend this game!
Can you find your sister and save the kingdom?
Overall rating
1
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5
19 of 25 found this review helpful
ONE THING'S FOR SURE, THAWING OUT YOUR TWIN SISTER'S GONNA BE TOUGH!
PostedMarch 7, 2018
Anonymous
fromWhy did both children get banished if only one had been cursed?
Skill Level:Expert
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(101)Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
2
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5
Storyline
1
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5
I think Amax Interactive has lost their way in the HOPA darkness. I actually had high hopes that they would be able to pull these older game series from ERS out of the slump, but sadly, they're spiraling downhill. I wish they would just slow down production, and pour their heart and soul into a single game, instead of releasing one game after another, at a breakneck speed, quality over quantity. I understand that they probably have a different team for each of the series, but it just appears that they are trying to rely on pleasing the few not the masses. They have tried a few new features here and there, and I have to give them credit for trying, and I will also admit that the hand drawn graphics have improved by leaps and bounds!
One of the biggest issues I have with all Amax Interactive games, is actually a tech issue. I have to first go into my computer's display options, and reset the screen resolution, and of course reset it again when I exit the game. I can also choose to play their games in a windowed mode, which ends up being a teeny tiny 8 x 8 window. If I don't jump through all these hoops, the screen doesn't automatically adjust to my 27" monitor, and the game is so stretched out, that it's impossible to access any objects on either side of my screen. I even have a difficult time trying to find the game menu option tab, if I choose to play in a windowed mode. I have played a ton of games, and I own a ton of games, and there is not one single game I've played that does this, from any other dev, it only happens on Amax games, and not just one or two games here and there, it's the same scenario with all Amax games in every series they make!
Because I didn't feel entertained by any facet of the game, I really don't recommend this game, and I would strongly urge you to try the demo before buying it. In case you're still interested in the game, here's a recap of my review to help you decide which version, if either, is right for you:
I know it's just a game, but I have a problem with the storyline on so many different levels. First of all, the King and Queen give birth to twin girls, and ONE of the precious little infants supposedly has the mark of a curse near her tiny little heart. Does the King and Queen defy all odds and agree to love and raise their children the same, even though the one has a birthmark? Do they put aside their superstitions and agree that only a parents love can overcome any evil their child MAY have? Nope! They give away BOTH children, one condemned to a life of imprisonment under a frozen lake, the other to be raised hush hush by a nanny in a monastery? (who obviously doesn't do a good job) Fast forward 25 years and surprise! Both children are suffering, and must find a way to reunite. Could be a happy ending, who knows, but how is it that a newborn baby was comatose for the first 25 years of her life, yet the moment she snaps to, she can walk, talk and reason?
I wasn't particularly impressed with the collectible Spells offered within the Collector's Edition version, that's mainly because I'm not impressed with the battle type Match 3 games that they are designed for. And also because I want to play Mini Games and Puzzles in a HOPA game, if I want to play a Match 3 game, I'll buy and play a Match 3 game.
The Hidden Object Scenes were just okay for me, although I did like the challenge of the HOP with all the skeletons. There are Interactive List item finds, Fragment Finds and scenes requiring you to replace items into their logical location.
The Mini Games are a bit too simplistic, some of which are more frustrating than skill based. Below are brief descriptions of some of the games you'll encounter during the demo:
1) Find and select identical runes by selecting two skulls at a time.
2) Use the top and bottom runes to recreate the symbols in the center. (click until they turn green, that easy)
3) Use directional arrows to figure out the path to take. Three wrong selections before filling the meter requires an extra step (see # 4)
4) Click on the bar when it passes through each lighted cell.
5) Repeat the sequence.
6) Select the deadbolts to release them, clicking on one may affect others.
7) Select and place banner fragments that are next to each other, scrolling up and down the length of the banner.
8) Match 3 or more tokens in a row in a Match 3 battle type game. This is where you will use your collected "Skills" which can block enemies once, remove a vertical line, or remove a 4 square area on the board for example. You can choose 3 skills to use per game.
9) Catch your sisters hand by clicking fast, really? What happens if you don't?
The Collector's Edition version has 8 Wallpapers, 8 Concept Art pictures, 4 Music Soundtracks, 7 Screensavers, 7 Movie Videos, 15 re-playable Hidden Object Scenes, 19 re-playable Mini Games, 5 Achievements to earn, 12 Skills to collect and use in the Match 3 battles, a built in Strategy Guide and a Bonus Chapter.
SPIRITS OF MYSTERY GAMES AVAILABLE
Title***Collector's Edition Release Date***Average Rating
Title***Collector's Edition Release Date***Average Rating
1-Amber Maiden (January 5-2012) 4.2
2-Song of the Phoenix (April 12-2012) 4.7
3-The Dark Minotaur (December 27-2012) 4.4
4-The Silver Arrow (December 12-2013) 4.2
5-Chains of Promise (August 13-2015) 3.5
6-Family Lies (March 24-2016) 3.6
7-The Fifth Kingdom (January 12-2017) 4.2
8-Illusions (June 15-2017) 3.0
9-The Moon Crystal (August 19-2017) 3.3
10-The Last Fire Queen (January 20-2018) 2.8
2-Song of the Phoenix (April 12-2012) 4.7
3-The Dark Minotaur (December 27-2012) 4.4
4-The Silver Arrow (December 12-2013) 4.2
5-Chains of Promise (August 13-2015) 3.5
6-Family Lies (March 24-2016) 3.6
7-The Fifth Kingdom (January 12-2017) 4.2
8-Illusions (June 15-2017) 3.0
9-The Moon Crystal (August 19-2017) 3.3
10-The Last Fire Queen (January 20-2018) 2.8
Amax Interactive Games
Spirits of Mystery, PuppetShow, Dark Tales, Redemption Cemetery, Grim Facade, Haunted Legends, Gothic Fiction, Maestro, Shadow Wolf Mysteries, Hidden Wonders of the Depths, Dragon's Abode, Many Years Ago
Spirits of Mystery, PuppetShow, Dark Tales, Redemption Cemetery, Grim Facade, Haunted Legends, Gothic Fiction, Maestro, Shadow Wolf Mysteries, Hidden Wonders of the Depths, Dragon's Abode, Many Years Ago
I don't recommend this game.
Outsmart a god in a thrilling showdown of wits! Featuring drop-dead gorgeous visuals and a story that will keep you in stitches!
Overall rating
4
/
5
29 of 31 found this review helpful
MAYBE I DO NEED A STRATEGY GUIDE!
PostedMarch 7, 2018
Anonymous
fromDid you know that Loki isn't really a god? He is a Jotun, also known as a giant, who has the ability to shapeshift into almost any living entity!
Skill Level:Expert
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(101)Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
Incredible Dracula is one of my personal top 5 Time Management series games. The graphics are always fantastic, the storylines are always unique and really funny, and the tasks themselves are unusual, and never monotonous. However, I didn't like that they substituted donuts for the blood donalds as food, which was the most unique type of food resource, and it added to the sarcastic humor aspect in my opinion.
I'm not a huge fan of Collector's Edition versions offered in a game other than a HOPA, I never saw the need for a Strategy Guide, until I got to level 7 in this Standard Edition version. I played the level 3 times, and everytime, I ended up missing 1 tube of glue, and without that last glue, I couldn't combine the items to make the gloves, which meant I couldn't grab the purple berry flower, which I needed to be able to combine the second task! I know I'm doing something in the wrong order, because I made it past level 7 in the Collector's Edition version (without referring to the SG)
After the third attempt, I started thinking that perhaps I do see the need for a Strategy Guide. With that being said, I've always said, that I would LOVE to see a hint feature offered within a TM game, for moments just like what I experienced. Sometimes all I want is a nudge in the right direction, a hint pointing to the next step, that perhaps I'm not seeing, versus a step by step playbook so to speak. I have been waiting patiently for this Standard Edition version to be released, but now I'm questioning my strategy about the need for the strategy guide!
The good news is that at least with the CE version, it also offers collectible figurines and presents that have stickers, which actually adds a little bit of challenge, especially if played in Multi-Click or Normal mode with time constraints. I'm still on the fence with which version to buy, but Game of Gods is definitely worthy of a purchase, whichever version you prefer. Here's a recap of my review to help you decide which version (or side of the fence) is right for you:)
Incredible Dracula has returned with another Incredible Time Management game! In the first episode, Chasing Love, Count Dracula was looking for love in all the wrong places, aka, internet dating services. He was expecting a beautiful woman, instead he got a very large aggressive woman and had to do everything in his power to flee from her, but Princess was persistent, and eventually caught her man.
In the second episode,The Last Call, The Incredible Dracula is no longer a bachelor, he's a family man thanks to his online dating stalker, Princess. The Count soon finds trouble in paradise, when people start to become hypnotized after using their cell phones. The Count and the Princess hit the road, together to search for answers while destroying billboards and other technology responsible for zombifying everyone. (except for Rufus of course)
In episode three, Family Secrets, poor Count Dracula never seems to catch a break, and has to catch a monster if he wants enjoy some peace and quiet, at his humble abode. Dracula's entire family, have packed their bags, and moved into his castle, all because Dracula purchased HIM when he was just a boy, and HE had escaped! The Count is forced to pack his bags, and hit the road again, to find the beast, or deal with the invasion of his very needy family, in his own castle!
In this fourth episode, Game of Gods, The Fanged One, has let his compulsiveness get the better of him, when Loki, the trickster God of Mischief, challenges him to a game. Now the Count has managed to become part of the game, and doesn't even know the rules! (he could probably use a Strategy Guide) It's game on, for Dracula and his faithful undead cohort Rufus!
In the Collector's Edition version, there are several extra's which may make a big difference when deciding on which version to purchase. Each scene has a Collectible Figurine, and some of the scenes also have a wrapped Present which contain a collectible sticker. I always look for the collectibles before I click on anything, which will automatically start the timer. The CE also has 26 Trophies available, which are achievements you earn for doing random tasks during the game. I usually read over the Trophy requirements before playing a new game to see what needs to be done differently in order to earn all of the achievements.
The Collector's Edition version has 26 Trophy Achievements to earn, 8 Wallpapers, 5 Concept Art pictures, 5 Music Soundtracks, 30 collectible Presents with Stickers, 60 collectible Figurines (one in each scene) a Strategy Guide and a Bonus Chapter.Enjoy!
INCREDIBLE DRACULA GAMES AVAILABLE
Title***Collector's Edition Release Date***Average Rating
Title***Collector's Edition Release Date***Average Rating
1-Chasing Love (November 3-2015) 4.3
2-The Last Call (April 30-2016) 4.2
3-Family Secrets (January 17-2017) 4.6
4-Game of Gods (January 16-2018) 3.3
2-The Last Call (April 30-2016) 4.2
3-Family Secrets (January 17-2017) 4.6
4-Game of Gods (January 16-2018) 3.3
by: New Bridge Games
by: Alawar Entertainment Inc.
by: Alawar Entertainment Inc.
NEW BRIDGE GAMES AVAILABLE
Incredible Dracula, Mosaic Game of Gods, Nonograms: Wolf's Stories, Mahjong: Wolf's Stories, The Musketeers: Victoria's Quest, Riddles of the Mask, Magic Griddlers, Carnival Mahjong, Mahjong Magic Journey, Mosaics Galore
Incredible Dracula, Mosaic Game of Gods, Nonograms: Wolf's Stories, Mahjong: Wolf's Stories, The Musketeers: Victoria's Quest, Riddles of the Mask, Magic Griddlers, Carnival Mahjong, Mahjong Magic Journey, Mosaics Galore
I recommend this game!
Play fun match 3 levels and earn Petdollars to buy Kitty beautiful clothes!
Overall rating
1
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5
17 of 18 found this review helpful
JUST WHEN I THOUGHT THESE GAMES COULDN'T GET ANY SAPPIER, MY PRETTY KITTY COMES ALONG
PostedMarch 6, 2018
Anonymous
fromHere kitty kitty kitty meet My Pretty Puppy...ta dah!
Skill Level:Expert
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(101)Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
1
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
1
/
5
This is yet another sappy, sticky sweet Match 3 game from Intersol Games. This is the same devs who delivered Mystery Loss, Pretty Snails, Dress Cake, Flying Fish, Owl Rescue, Penguin Rescue, Tale Spin, Snoopy Snails, and about a half a dozen other cutsie Match 3 Games. I have to agree with one of the other reviewers who said "Should be in children's category or free to play" As a matter of fact, you may recognize some of the above mentioned games from facebook. Ironically, Intersol Games motto is "we create FREE to play games and entertainment projects!" I can't imagine wanting to waste a coupon code on this game, let alone paying full price for this game.
You can choose to play in a Normal mode, or Relaxed mode, which has unlimited moves and time constraints. Usually these games offer quests that unlock every few levels that involve finding a not so hidden object, located on the level map. However, on My Pretty Kitty, you get to make your Kitty Pretty, ta dah! This feature is so exciting, it makes me want to walk around all day saying ta dah! Answer the phone..hello, ta dah! Do the dishes, ta dah! Glad you're home honey...ta dah! ...Let the dogs out...ta dah! Play My Pretty Kitty...NO ta dah!
This is a Limited Moves, Swap type Match 3 game, which in itself isn't a horrible game, but it's just a silly,game with large cutesie and colorful icons, and of course making large matches will give you a bonus tile such as directional row or column blasters.
The "Kitty" needs to be taken care, and kept happy. If she wants fed, you have to feed her, basically whatever kitty wants, kitty must have. If you make her 100% happy, she will reward you with coins. With said coins you can buy 100% happy kitty some new clothes (apparently she's not wearing any at the start) new shoes, new shirt, new skirt and even a beautiful new bow. I'm not sure what happens when 100% happy kitty isn't 100% happy, but I can assure you, I didn't stick around to see what happens when 100% happy kitty gets 100% angry...ta dah!
I don't recommend this game.
Help Penny out of the time portal by solving new mosaic puzzles!
Overall rating
4
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5
18 of 23 found this review helpful
THEY'VE ADDED A NEW FEATURE BUT IT'S NOT REALLY A NEW FEATURE
PostedMarch 6, 2018
Anonymous
fromIs Penny related to Uncle Aaron? How long has this poor penguin been missing?
Skill Level:Expert
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(101)Fun Factor
4
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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
Cousin Penny discovered some new colors, but got stuck in the portal in the process! Those ever so adventurous penguins have once again embarked on a journey, to find cousin Penny, and the key to unlocking some brand new colors!
I love griddler games, and Fantasy Mosaics are among my favorite's in this genre.....but. For starters, I'd like to see the devs add more of a storyline, one that continues with each chapter, because just adding a new (and kind of lame) statue that makes no sense and has nothing to do with the theme, is getting old.
I do like that the devs are starting to listen to us, or realize they have some real competition lately, so they are attempting to liven it up with a different feature or two. I say different, because it's not really a new, cutting edge feature, it's just a different approach! They have simply locked some of the colors, (until you fill in a certain set of the available colors which is initially 1-2 available colors) in an attempt to make the griddlers more challenging. This feature would be awesome, but in attempt to ease us into the new feature, they made the puzzles far to easy to solve!
They have actually added two new features, the second one is a choice of 5 different tile sets, ranging in color vibrancy and styles. This feature has been standard within the Rainbow Mosaics series which offers twice as many, including unusual shapes like lego pieces, and they have a solid storyline throughout the game, so again, I'm just not that impressed with the flat dull options offered. The Eye feature has returned, which allows you to hide the grid to get a look at the puzzle without all the lines. Fantasy Mosaics 1-4 only offered single colored puzzles, and the introduction of 6 colors wasn't introduced until FM 16, and really with the exception of adding the Stars for not using Hints within the last few games, this is the first time they have added anything new in the last 11 games offered!
You can earn a Gold trophy if you make no mistakes, a Silver trophy if you make one mistake and a Bronze trophy if you make two mistakes. You will also earn up to three gold Stars if you don't use any hints, one star is deducted each time you use a hint. Therefore, it is possible to make a mistake or two but still earn 3 stars as long as you don't use any available hints.
The game may seem complicated if you're new to this genre, but it really is an easy game to learn. There are groups of numbers located on each column and row of the grid, each group of numbers must be separated by at least one blank or crossed off cell. Sometimes it's easier to figure out where numbers can't possibly fit to reduce the amount of cells and narrow the playing field down a bit. Some cells contain bonuses such as extra hints, extra mistakes allowed or an extra pickax which allows you to choose which cell you want a hint on. There is a Sun icon as well that when fully charged, will give you a mega hint, filling in or crossing off a 3x3 area of your choice.
I'm still a fan of the Fantasy Mosaics series, they are always based upon logic, which isn't always the case with similar games. The pictures are always easily recognized, and they always seem to come up with a wide range of colors, so happy griddling and enjoy!
I recommend this game!
Experience a steampunk hidden object adventure full of gothic horror and fascinating puzzles!
Overall rating
4
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5
51 of 66 found this review helpful
WHAT'S DEAR DADDY TRYING TO HIDE?
PostedMarch 6, 2018
Anonymous
from"I need to get there somehow" Walk! it's in eye's view, right up the hill!
Skill Level:Expert
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(101)Fun Factor
4
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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
Scarlett was just a child when her father abandoned her at the orphanage. His last words to her echoed through her mind all of her childhood life "I cannot protect you any longer, I'll return when I find a solution" Jonathan Everitt never returned for Scarlett, and when she discovered a letter addressed to her father, she knew it was finally time to search for answers. Her journey however, only led to more unanswered questions. One thing's for certain, all roads lead to the abandoned Steameyer Factory, and Baronet Steameyer is desperately trying to block her every move, but why?
Well this storyline has certainly been done before, but I really enjoyed playing the demo and will most certainly buy it during a BOGO sale. There are 6 Chapters + Bonus Chapter (The Past Forgiven) and each scene in this Collector's Edition version has a Morphing Father Trace Object, which is my favorite feature, there is a gadget, a Vision Ring that helps Scarlett invision past events.
The Hidden Object Scenes were kind of scarce, but then again, the demo was really short. There are only 2 in the demo, a Progressive, Interactive Silhouetted Shape find and one that I thought was different, you had to find items related to circled sections on 3 different children's drawings.
The Mini Games are a little too easy, but that's not necessarily a bad thing as long as you enjoy the games. Here's a list with brief descriptions of some of the games you'll encounter during the demo:
1) Vision Ring puzzle of rotating honeycomb shaped puzzle pieces to complete the image.
2) Swap the tiles so that each column and row has only one identical tile.
3) Slide the copper plate to the opposite side in a game similar to blocks (repeat x3)
4) Vision Ring game where you swap tiles on a honeycomb grid to complete the image.
5) Attach the horns to the correct antlers.
6) Repeat the sequence of highlighted antlers (repeat x 3)
7) Connect the broken vase pieces by clicking to rotate and then placing in the correct places.
8) Find the correct climbing points.
This Collector's Edition version has 5 Music Soundtracks, 6 Wallpapers, Concept Art pictures, re-playable Movie Cutscenes, re-playable Mini Games and Hidden Object Puzzles, 13 Achievements to earn, 29 Morphing Father Trace Objects, a built in Strategy Guide and a Bonus Chapter, enjoy!
WORLD LOOM GAMES AVAILABLE:
Scarlett Mysteries*Lost Grimoires*Scarlett Mysteries*Maggie's Movies*Amaranthine Voyage*Off The Record*Mind Snares*Garden's Inc.*The Cursed Ship*Dark Heritage*Fix-it-Up Eighties*Aerie*Secret Diaries
Scarlett Mysteries*Lost Grimoires*Scarlett Mysteries*Maggie's Movies*Amaranthine Voyage*Off The Record*Mind Snares*Garden's Inc.*The Cursed Ship*Dark Heritage*Fix-it-Up Eighties*Aerie*Secret Diaries
ARTIFEX MUNDI (producer)
Lost Grimoires*Noir Chronicles*Endless Fables*Bladebound*Eventide*Modern Tales*The Secret Order*Queen's Quest*Ghost Files*Scarlett Mysteries*Crime Secrets*9 Clues*Left In The Dark
Lost Grimoires*Noir Chronicles*Endless Fables*Bladebound*Eventide*Modern Tales*The Secret Order*Queen's Quest*Ghost Files*Scarlett Mysteries*Crime Secrets*9 Clues*Left In The Dark
ARTIFEX MUNDI (developer)
Abyss:The Wraiths of Eden*Clockwork Tales:Of Glass and Ink* Dark Arcana:The Carnival*Enigmatis*Grim Legends*Nightmares From The Deep*Time Mysteries*
Abyss:The Wraiths of Eden*Clockwork Tales:Of Glass and Ink* Dark Arcana:The Carnival*Enigmatis*Grim Legends*Nightmares From The Deep*Time Mysteries*
I recommend this game!
When a Myth Seekers agent goes missing, you're called in to discover the truth in this hidden object adventure!
Overall rating
3
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5
18 of 23 found this review helpful
THE CHAPTERS REMAIN IN THE SAME AREA TOO LONG WHICH MAKES IT BORING AT TIMES
PostedMarch 4, 2018
Anonymous
fromDid you know that Mt. Vesuvius is the only active volcano in mainland Europe? It has erupted more than 50 times, but its most famous eruption, in 79 A.D. completely preserved the ancient Roman city of Pompeii under 13-20 ft of ash & rock!
Skill Level:Expert
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(101)Fun Factor
3
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
3
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5
Storyline
4
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5
I really enjoyed this new series addition, but after the demo, the chapters are so long, that I grew bored midway through each chapter. There are only 4 chapters, but most of the chapters are stretched out too much with meaningless tasks and a lot of back and forth, find this here go back there etc. The chapters are so long, they take up about 15 or more pages in the SG. (included in the CE version) I've always said that I'd rather play a short game that packs a punch with the plot, than to play a long game that is filled with little to do with the plot and a lot to do with meaningless tasks.
One of the other reviewers mentions the fact that between some tasks such as mini games or while switching to the next location, it takes a while. That is the case here, and I might add, that you're left staring at a blank black screen which seems to take forever. But I suppose that's just being nitpicky. The bottom line is, if you enjoy Roman Mythology, this is a great game, just keep in mind that it does get a little boring at times because you are in one area way too long in my opinion, I'd much rather move on to the next scene to keep my attention. I'm a fan of CE bling, so as usual, I recommend that version over this SE version, but here's a recap of my review to help you decide which version, if either, is right for you:
Agent Phillip Miller was working on a top secret mission when he mysteriously vanished. Foul play is suspected to be responsible for his sudden disappearance, so The Myth Seekers have assigned a new recruit to follow his trail. Agent Miller had been trying to locate the mythological Hammer belonging to the Roman God, Vulcan. Myths tell the story of a legendary blacksmith to the gods, who became crippled when he was cast to Earth by his own mother at birth, a legendary blacksmith, with a legendary Hammer. Think these gods never existed? Think again! Very few know the truth about fairy tales from bygone eras, and even fewer know the real truth of why The Myth Seekers exist!
At first, I thought this game was going to be a poor attempt at replicating Myths of the World, because it starts out almost the same way. (the voice that says this myth takes place yada yada yada) But I soon realized that this game was different, it's kind of a cross between Myths of the World and New York Mysteries. It takes place in the 1920's, and you play the role of a new Myth Seekers agent, Amelia, who has been tasked with picking up where missing Agent Miller left off before his disappearance, and of course, there are puzzles to solve and decode to peel back the layers of conspiracies and paranoias.
Sunward Games has done an amazing job with the graphics and the story, but I did notice the games to be a bit too simple at times. I love it when I see fresh blood enter the HOPA world, Sunworld has given us some great games in the past (The Secret Order & Endless Fables) and I HOPe to see more coming down the BF pike (or is it stream?) As far as a CE version goes, I think the CE version fits the bill, because there are Collectibles and Morphing Objects offered along with the usual Achievements, Wallpapers, and re-playable puzzles etc.
The Hidden Object Scenes vary with each new scene, and there is an alternative Pair game where you match related pairs. Some of the Mini Games, in my opinion, would qualify as a Hidden Object Scene, but are clearly listed as a Mini Game. If I had to complain, I would say that they should have more objects to find, because they are kind of short. There are even FROG finds, where you must find several fragments that are listed in 3 sections, and each section goes together to form one useful inventory item, once all pieces have been found. I really enjoyed the Progressive, Interactive HOP, where you find one object, and then place that object in the scene logically, which exposes the next interactive object and so forth.
The Mini Games as I stated earlier, are a bit too simplistic, but that's probably just me, I don't mind easy puzzles, or hard puzzles for that matter, but I do prefer puzzles that require me to use my brain, not just completing a puzzle by instinct because there's a pattern or because I've done the same exact puzzle so many times before, that I could solve it in my sleep (does that make sense?) Below are brief descriptions of some of the games you'll encounter during the demo:
1) Swap the books so that the images on the spines form a complete picture. This is repeated on two more puzzles as the scene scrolls to the following two shelves.
2) Rotate Hexagonal tiles to complete the image and learn the story of Vulcan, in a set of different pictures.
3) Place items correctly on the table, using the sketch as reference.
4) Find and replace objects logically to uncover the first-aid kit (once you find the kit, you will bandage the victims head, pay attention to his torn and tattered white shirt, before bandaging and afterwards, it's a miracle I tell ya!)
5) Move the fireball to the door on the right, making sure you pass through all points only one time.
6) Follow the pattern on the clue so that only the darkened pins stick out, moving one pin may affect another.
7) In a two part puzzle, first rotate the rings to align the pattern correctly. Then swap the inner circles to match the symbols above their frames.
The Collector's Edition version has 8 Background Wallpapers, 8 Concept Art pictures, 6 Movie Cutscenes, 6 Character pictures and bios, 8 re-playable Mini Games and Hidden Object Scenes, 18 Achievements to earn (9 story based/9 skill based) 13 Morphing Objects, 15 Collectibles, a built in Strategy Guide and a Bonus Chapter, enjoy!
I recommend this game!
A new time-tripping adventure with 120 unique griddler challenges!
Overall rating
1
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5
31 of 35 found this review helpful
Ted and P.E.T. 2 Just As B.O.R.I.N.G. As Ted and P.E.T. 1
PostedMarch 3, 2018
Anonymous
fromAnd that list doesn't reflect the 1,2,3,4...525 editions of practically all the games made!
Skill Level:Expert
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(101)Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
1
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
1
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5
I love a good Griddler game, and I can appreciate that this game seems to be based upon logic, but there's just nothing exciting about it, in fact it's downright boring!
There's no storyline, even though the synopsis leads you to believe there is, and the features are all the same as the last one. In fact the features are the same as all games offered by 8 Floor Games.
There are 6 eras or locations and each location has 20 levels. You can earn up to 3 stars per level, a star is deducted for each mistake, you can replay the levels. You need to earn at least 1 star to unlock the next level, and a specified amount of stars to unlock the next location.
Some cells have Coins that can be used in the shop to buy the right to make a mistake x3, start out with 2 hints, or refill the hints on that level, for a ridiculous amount of coins, up to 10,000 coins!
I'm not a fan of the games offered by this dev. They offer a gazillion games, and the only thing they do differently from one game to the next, is change the title. They have an eye-popping array of games offered, again they are basically the same game in each genre. Here's the massive list of games they offer:
8 FLOOR GAMES AVAILABLE
Solitaire Ted & P.E.T*Picross Ted & P.E.T*Griddlers Ted & P.E.T*1001 Jigsaw Earth Chronicles*Alice's Patchwork*Asian Riddles*Asian Mahjong*Caribbean Jigsaw*Caribbean Mahjong*Christmas Mahjong*Christmas Griddlers*Christmas Patchwork*Chronicles of Witches and Warlocks*DayD Mayhem*Detective Riddles*Dino Rage Defense*Easter Riddles*Egypt Picross*Egypt Solitaire*Elly's Cake Cafe*Fairytale Griddlers*Fairytale Mosaics*Fill and Cross Trick or Treat*Fill and Cross Royal Riddles*Fill and Cross Christmas Riddles*Fill and Cross World Contest*Forty Defense*Gems of the Aztec*Gnomes Garden*Griddlers Beach Season*Griddlers Victorian Picnic*Halloween Night Mahjong*Halloween Patchwork*Halloween Riddles*Holiday Jigsaw Christmas/Easter/Halloween/Thanksgiving/Valentine's Day*Holiday Mosaics Christmas/Halloween Puzzles*Holiday Solitaire Easter*Iron Heart*Iron Sea Defenders/Jigsaw Boom*Jigsaw Puzzle Beach Season/Women's Day*Knight's Solitaire*Lost Artifacts*Magic Griddlers*Mahjong Business Style*Mahjong Christmas*Mahjong Royal Towers*Mahjong Valentine's Day*Mahjong World Contest*Medieval Defenders*Mosaics Galore*Mysteries of the Undead Cursed Island*Mystery Solitaire*Pirate Jigsaw*Pirate Mosaic Puzzle*Pirates Solitaire*Portal of Evil*Royal Defense*Royal Gems*Royal Jigsaw*Sakura Day Mahjong*Santa's Toy Factory Nonograms*Solitaire Beach Season*Solitaire Christmas/Solitaire Doodle God*Solitaire Christmas/Halloween*Solitaire Halloween Story*Solitaire Jack Frost*Solitaire Legend of the Pirates*Solitaire Match 2 Cards Valentine's Day*Solitaire Victorian Picnic*Spooky Mahjong*True Detective Solitaire*Valentines Day Griddlers
Solitaire Ted & P.E.T*Picross Ted & P.E.T*Griddlers Ted & P.E.T*1001 Jigsaw Earth Chronicles*Alice's Patchwork*Asian Riddles*Asian Mahjong*Caribbean Jigsaw*Caribbean Mahjong*Christmas Mahjong*Christmas Griddlers*Christmas Patchwork*Chronicles of Witches and Warlocks*DayD Mayhem*Detective Riddles*Dino Rage Defense*Easter Riddles*Egypt Picross*Egypt Solitaire*Elly's Cake Cafe*Fairytale Griddlers*Fairytale Mosaics*Fill and Cross Trick or Treat*Fill and Cross Royal Riddles*Fill and Cross Christmas Riddles*Fill and Cross World Contest*Forty Defense*Gems of the Aztec*Gnomes Garden*Griddlers Beach Season*Griddlers Victorian Picnic*Halloween Night Mahjong*Halloween Patchwork*Halloween Riddles*Holiday Jigsaw Christmas/Easter/Halloween/Thanksgiving/Valentine's Day*Holiday Mosaics Christmas/Halloween Puzzles*Holiday Solitaire Easter*Iron Heart*Iron Sea Defenders/Jigsaw Boom*Jigsaw Puzzle Beach Season/Women's Day*Knight's Solitaire*Lost Artifacts*Magic Griddlers*Mahjong Business Style*Mahjong Christmas*Mahjong Royal Towers*Mahjong Valentine's Day*Mahjong World Contest*Medieval Defenders*Mosaics Galore*Mysteries of the Undead Cursed Island*Mystery Solitaire*Pirate Jigsaw*Pirate Mosaic Puzzle*Pirates Solitaire*Portal of Evil*Royal Defense*Royal Gems*Royal Jigsaw*Sakura Day Mahjong*Santa's Toy Factory Nonograms*Solitaire Beach Season*Solitaire Christmas/Solitaire Doodle God*Solitaire Christmas/Halloween*Solitaire Halloween Story*Solitaire Jack Frost*Solitaire Legend of the Pirates*Solitaire Match 2 Cards Valentine's Day*Solitaire Victorian Picnic*Spooky Mahjong*True Detective Solitaire*Valentines Day Griddlers
I don't recommend this game.
Ghastly murders in Whitechapel foreshadow the return of the Red Queen!
Overall rating
5
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5
134 of 199 found this review helpful
LONDON WAS BRUTAL BACK IN THE DAY HOW DID ANYONE SURVIVE?
PostedMarch 3, 2018
Anonymous
fromDid you know that the real Dracula (Vlad) was avenging his father's cruel death in the beginning. Not certain who was involved, he invited all of the noblemen to a feast, where his soldiers rushed in and impaled all 500 men! and so it began...
Skill Level:Expert
Current Favorite:
Phantasmat Collector's Edition
(101)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
The insidious Red Queen has finally met her demise, (or has she?) so Master Hawkes can finally breathe a sigh of relief, now that the foggy streets of London are once again safe. The Vermillion Watch remains vigilant, quietly blending into London's society of elites, secretly gathering intelligence, and always keeping tabs on suspicious behaviors. Perhaps the Vermillion Watch let their guard down prematurely, or perhaps tonight's strange occurrence, was too unfathomable for the human mind to comprehend. Tonight, an Evil has been awakened, always vigilant and capable of secretly blending into London's society as a means to gather intelligence. An Evil with an insatiable appetite......for blood!
This is the exact storyline Vermillion Watch needs to adhere to, the Jekyll & Hyde, Jack the Ripper, Burke & Hare, Eleanor Pearcey, Dr. Thomas Neill Cream, Dr. William Palmer, Mary Ann Cotton kind of legendary serial killers of 19th century London, NOT the Wizard of Oz american scenario! The streets of London were brutal in Victorian London, it doesn't mean the game has to be brutal, but Dracula sure makes for an interesting subject now doesn't it!
This Collector's Edition version has some CE bling, with the usual wallpapers, music, movies, achievements, replayable mini games and hop's, strategy guide and bonus chapter. Other than those staple features, the only collectibles are fairly large not so hidden Drops, and of course Morphing Objects offered only within the HOP's (PLEASE LISTEN EIPIX...most players want morphs in each scene, you can keep them in the HOP's just add them to each scene for a perfect CE game!) I'd probably even be willing to pay a buck or two more if a game had some killer morphs, something very challenging such as those offered within the earlier Dark Parable games, that were non-linear and didn't morph until triggered by an action in a different scene! (now that was creative)
The Hidden Object Scenes a wee bit scarce in the demo, but there are supposedly 24 in total. Most of the HOP's are List finds, some have slight Interactions required such as opening something or moving an object out of the way. There are also Multiple finds, Keywords in Sentence finds and Sketched picture finds. Each HOP has 1 Morphing Object to find in the CE version, as no alternate puzzle offered.
The Mini Games are decent, and range from easy to medium difficulty. as so far, they haven't offered those dreaded, clicking on one may affect others, kind of frustrating puzzles! Below are brief descriptions of some of the games you'll encounter during the demo:
1) Assemble the machine to match the schematics, by rotating cubes.
2) Stack discs with various hole locations onto the bases with vertical rods of varying heights, in the correct sequence.
3) Select directional arrows to push rows and columns until each row has identical colored horseshoes.
4) Adjust the legs of several horse statues to match the picture which can be overlayed on top of the statue for reference.
5) Select the correct partial labels and then the correct bottle to complete the label.
6) Click on the cylinder pins to match the pattern on the music sheet reference, repeat x3
7) Repeat the sequence of piano notes by watching the direction of the opposing players eye movement.
8) Rotate rings on 3 different discs to create the 3 different symbols shown, on each disc to unlock them.
9) Click to search around the room through the keyhole to find the correct object, red rings indicate you aren't close, yellow rings indicate you are close, green rings turn bright green and align to indicate the object has been located.
This Collector's Edition version has 9 Wallpapers, 9 Concept Art pictures, 9 Developer before & after split pictures, 12 Music Soundtracks, 7 Movie Cutscenes, 24 re-playable Hidden Object Puzzles, 29 re-playable Mini Games, 15 Achievements to earn, a Souvenir Room, 42 collectible Hidden Drops, 24 Morphing Objects within the Hidden Object Puzzles, a built in Strategy Guide and a Bonus Chapter, enjoy!
VERMILLION WATCH GAMES AVAILABLE
Title***Collector's Edition Release Date***Average Rating
Title***Collector's Edition Release Date***Average Rating
1 -Moorgate Accord (June 23-2016) 3.8
2- Fleshbound (December 31-2016) 3.6
3- Order Zero (August 5-2017) 3.6
4-In Blood (March 3-2018) n/a
2- Fleshbound (December 31-2016) 3.6
3- Order Zero (August 5-2017) 3.6
4-In Blood (March 3-2018) n/a
by: Eipix Entertainment
EIPIX ENTERTAINMENT GAMES:
Vermillion Watch*Danse Macabre*Saga of the Nine Worlds*Mystery Case Files*Dead Reckoning*Hidden Expedition*Phantasmat*Amaranthine Voyage*Dark Parables*Sea of Lies*Final Cut*Off The Record*Fearful Tales*Myths of the World
Vermillion Watch*Danse Macabre*Saga of the Nine Worlds*Mystery Case Files*Dead Reckoning*Hidden Expedition*Phantasmat*Amaranthine Voyage*Dark Parables*Sea of Lies*Final Cut*Off The Record*Fearful Tales*Myths of the World
I recommend this game!