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- Average Rating:3.3
- Helpful Votes:8,793
- Reviews Submitted:584
- First Review:April 27, 2012
- Most Recent Review:September 23, 2020
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Travel across meadows and journey into a dark forest. Work quickly to build properties, earn gold and protect the town from fire-breathing dragons in Build-a-lot Fairy Tales.
Overall rating
4
/
5
43 of 49 found this review helpful
A Great Game in the Series!
PostedJune 6, 2012
catbag8717
fromTasmania, Australia
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
Nightmares from the Deep: The Cursed Heart Collector's Edition
(237)Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
I love the build a lot games, and this is no exception. While this game comes nowhere near Town of the Year, it should still provide enjoyment.
Good Parts:
A fun, time management game with a brilliant concept as you build destory and manage houses to meet daily goals.
The daily goals were a good challenge because they weren't too hard and they weren't too easy.
There was an option of a tutorial, which I thought was really good.
A fun, time management game with a brilliant concept as you build destory and manage houses to meet daily goals.
The daily goals were a good challenge because they weren't too hard and they weren't too easy.
There was an option of a tutorial, which I thought was really good.
OK Parts:
The games graphics werent' good, but they weren't bad either.
The games graphics werent' good, but they weren't bad either.
Bad Parts:
I felt the game should've had a storyline This would've made it a lot more interesting and fun, like Town of the Year.
The Dragon burning my houses. It was very annoying, wasted my time and stopped me from reaching my goals.
I felt the game should've had a storyline This would've made it a lot more interesting and fun, like Town of the Year.
The Dragon burning my houses. It was very annoying, wasted my time and stopped me from reaching my goals.
Overall, the game was pretty good. If you liked this, you should play Build A Lot: Town of the Year.
Discover the secrets behind a magical deck of cards in Haunted Legends: Queen of Spades! Find The Countess and stop her curse!
Overall rating
3
/
5
32 of 37 found this review helpful
Game would've been given 4 or 5 had it not been for some minor annoyances
PostedJune 5, 2012
catbag8717
fromTasmania, Australia
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
Nightmares from the Deep: The Cursed Heart Collector's Edition
(237)Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I have the same problem as Whitehawk 04. No strategy guide unless you purchase the game and no hints except in hidden object scenes. Here are my thoughts:
Good Parts:
Brilliant storyline. A lot of thought has been put into it and it has paid off. The storyline was thrilling and unique and I would've kept playing had it not been for no strategy guide or hints outside of hidden object scenes.
Brilliant graphics- A lot of detail went into these and t really matched the fel of the game. It made the game a whole lot more interesting.
Easy hidden object scenes- didn't have to use the hint too often.
Brilliant storyline. A lot of thought has been put into it and it has paid off. The storyline was thrilling and unique and I would've kept playing had it not been for no strategy guide or hints outside of hidden object scenes.
Brilliant graphics- A lot of detail went into these and t really matched the fel of the game. It made the game a whole lot more interesting.
Easy hidden object scenes- didn't have to use the hint too often.
OK Parts:
Seemed to be going back and forth a lot. This kind of annoyed me but I guess it was neccesary to the game,
Seemed to be going back and forth a lot. This kind of annoyed me but I guess it was neccesary to the game,
Bad Parts:
I feel the game became overly obsessed with cards. I would go to scenes to find the only thing to do there was collect a card.
Could only use the strategy guide if you got the full version, and I won'r waste my credit buying the strategy guide seperately thankyou very much.
Hints were only available in hidden object scenes. This realy annoyed me because, again, there was no strategy guide so I just kept wandering around in circles.
I feel the game became overly obsessed with cards. I would go to scenes to find the only thing to do there was collect a card.
Could only use the strategy guide if you got the full version, and I won'r waste my credit buying the strategy guide seperately thankyou very much.
Hints were only available in hidden object scenes. This realy annoyed me because, again, there was no strategy guide so I just kept wandering around in circles.
In the end, I do recommned this game, but be warned.,You need to buy it to get the strategy guide.
I recommend this game!
Coronation Street: Mystery of the Missing Hotpot Recipe
Help Betty track down the missing pieces of her famous hotpot recipe before they fall into the wrong hands! Visit iconic Coronation Street locations and met up well-known characters from the TV Show.
Overall rating
1
/
5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
Missing Hot Pot Recipe Missed the Mark
PostedJune 4, 2012
catbag8717
fromTasmania, Australia
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
Nightmares from the Deep: The Cursed Heart Collector's Edition
(237)Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
1
/
5
Don't waste your money, this game is terrible.
Good Parts:
The only thing good about this game is the hint recharge speed.
The only thing good about this game is the hint recharge speed.
OK Parts:
The Graphics. Maybe thats why everything was so hard to find.
The Graphics. Maybe thats why everything was so hard to find.
Bad Parts:
Too many things in the scenes, and everything was so hard to find.
Dreary depressing music
Really terrible, hard to follow storyline
Awful puzzles. They were just way too hard.
Story takes too long. I played (wait for it) 7 minutes of the trail. About 5 was taken up by the story.
The game seemed to drag on a bit.
Too many things in the scenes, and everything was so hard to find.
Dreary depressing music
Really terrible, hard to follow storyline
Awful puzzles. They were just way too hard.
Story takes too long. I played (wait for it) 7 minutes of the trail. About 5 was taken up by the story.
The game seemed to drag on a bit.
To sum it up, everything about this game is absolutely terrible. The hint was used to much, the storyline was terrible, the hidden object scenes were hard, and to top it all off, the puzzles were so hard even a genius couldn't solve them.
I don't recommend this game.
DinerTown: Detective Agency
Something’s not right in DinerTown! Help Bernie the Bookworm become a real detective as you hunt for clues!
Overall rating
1
/
5
8 of 16 found this review helpful
What I Always Wanted... Untill I Played It
PostedJune 4, 2012
catbag8717
fromTasmania, Australia
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
Nightmares from the Deep: The Cursed Heart Collector's Edition
(237)Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
1
/
5
I'd been waiting so long to find a DinerTown Hidden Object Game so I jumped on the chance to play this one, and it let me down terribly.
Good Parts:
The only things good about this game would be the graphics and the suspect minigames.
The only things good about this game would be the graphics and the suspect minigames.
OK Parts:
I liked how Ernie was getting something of his own, but I hated how they HAD to invlolve Flo.
I liked how Ernie was getting something of his own, but I hated how they HAD to invlolve Flo.
Bad Parts:
Terrible storyline
Terrible cases. They were all so stupid: "Someone's breaking the no camera policy in the gym" or "Someone filled a tomb with food." Please, these aren't even real cases.
The hidden objects were so heard to find.
Having to find fingerprints and objects that needed a magnifying glass dragged the fun rating of this game down.
No puzzles whatsoever. I think that Every hidden object games needs at least one puzzle.
On top of super hard to find objects, the hint took forever to recharge, and I could find nothing, so I was sitting here waiting.
Terrible storyline
Terrible cases. They were all so stupid: "Someone's breaking the no camera policy in the gym" or "Someone filled a tomb with food." Please, these aren't even real cases.
The hidden objects were so heard to find.
Having to find fingerprints and objects that needed a magnifying glass dragged the fun rating of this game down.
No puzzles whatsoever. I think that Every hidden object games needs at least one puzzle.
On top of super hard to find objects, the hint took forever to recharge, and I could find nothing, so I was sitting here waiting.
Overall, there's nothing to recommend about this game, even if you love the Dash series, I can't recommend it. Possibly the worst hidden object game I've played.
I don't recommend this game.
Jane and Dr. Herzle have made a breakthrough in reincarnation studies but their hard work is compromised when Jane is kidnapped!
Overall rating
5
/
5
14 of 14 found this review helpful
You'd Be Mad To Miss This!
PostedJune 4, 2012
catbag8717
fromTasmania, Australia
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
This game is a gem. Pure and Simple. Here are my thoughts:
Good Parts:
Hint and Skip buttons have a great recharge speed.
It's a rare occasion when I compliment the puzzles of a game. There were a mix of easy and hard puzzles, which added to the fun of the game.
A great game is complimented by great graphics and music. The graphics match the feel of the game and are very well designed, while the background music is ideal for the game.
The Hidden Object Scenes. There were no shortage of Hidden Object Scenes. I liked how at least one of the items was in a group (x5, x4 etc.) and how there were interactive objects.
Hint and Skip buttons have a great recharge speed.
It's a rare occasion when I compliment the puzzles of a game. There were a mix of easy and hard puzzles, which added to the fun of the game.
A great game is complimented by great graphics and music. The graphics match the feel of the game and are very well designed, while the background music is ideal for the game.
The Hidden Object Scenes. There were no shortage of Hidden Object Scenes. I liked how at least one of the items was in a group (x5, x4 etc.) and how there were interactive objects.
OK Parts:
Sometimes there were too many tasks and I'd be going all over the place to try and complete them.
Sometimes there were too many tasks and I'd be going all over the place to try and complete them.
Bad Parts:
The only downsides to this game would be that sometimes it was really hard to figure out what to do next, and the ammount of going back and forth Id have to do. I'd find something some place which would be needed 3 scenes back. This really bothered me.
The only downsides to this game would be that sometimes it was really hard to figure out what to do next, and the ammount of going back and forth Id have to do. I'd find something some place which would be needed 3 scenes back. This really bothered me.
Overall, I couldn't find a fault with this game. From its great storyline, to its graphics and music. I loved everything about it and I'm sure you will too.
I recommend this game!
Return once more to the haunted grounds of Ravenhearst Manor to uncover new details about this poignant saga. What you find could very well be the final chapter of this riveting story-if you escape.
Overall rating
2
/
5
0 of 2 found this review helpful
The Latest Installment Fails
PostedJune 3, 2012
catbag8717
fromTasmania, Australia
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
Nightmares from the Deep: The Cursed Heart Collector's Edition
(237)Fun Factor
3
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
My thoughts on this game:
Good Parts:
As with all MCF Games, this game has a thrilling storyline, you once again return to Ravenhearst following the disappearances of people in Blackpool.
Great Graphics
As with all MCF Games, this game has a thrilling storyline, you once again return to Ravenhearst following the disappearances of people in Blackpool.
Great Graphics
OK Parts:
The hints- the good news was, it recharged very quickly. The bad news was, it could only be used on Hidden Object Scenes.
The hints- the good news was, it recharged very quickly. The bad news was, it could only be used on Hidden Object Scenes.
Bad Parts:
The so called "help" offered by the ghosts hardly helped at all.
The game is in desperate need of a Startegy Guide. It's never obvious what to do or where to go next, so I was just wandering around looking for what to do.
MOrphing Hidden Objects- sadly a new twist on this game fsails miserably. It takes away the classic feeling of the game and means you need to look around everywhere for at leaast 5 seconds waitng for it to morph. I used so many hnts dring the scenes.
The game in general lacked fun. Unlike 13th Skull, nothing aout this game made me want to coninue playing.
I get sick of going to Ravenhearst so many times. Twice was enough, there is no need to add a 3rd installment.
The so called "help" offered by the ghosts hardly helped at all.
The game is in desperate need of a Startegy Guide. It's never obvious what to do or where to go next, so I was just wandering around looking for what to do.
MOrphing Hidden Objects- sadly a new twist on this game fsails miserably. It takes away the classic feeling of the game and means you need to look around everywhere for at leaast 5 seconds waitng for it to morph. I used so many hnts dring the scenes.
The game in general lacked fun. Unlike 13th Skull, nothing aout this game made me want to coninue playing.
I get sick of going to Ravenhearst so many times. Twice was enough, there is no need to add a 3rd installment.
It pains me to give a non-recommendation to the latest installment of such a great series. In the end, the only thing saving it from 1 star is its amazing storyine. Maybe this game will be of more enjoyment if you get the Collectors Edition.
I don't recommend this game.
Challenge yourself in the role of the scientist-historian-scholar of ancient civilizations and mystical legends and save your friend from the Demon of Darkness!
Overall rating
2
/
5
5 of 9 found this review helpful
A Rare Fail For The Genre
PostedJune 2, 2012
catbag8717
fromTasmania, Australia
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
Nightmares from the Deep: The Cursed Heart Collector's Edition
(237)Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
I love HO Games, but this one didn't cut it for me.
(based on Easy mode)
(based on Easy mode)
Good Parts:
The Storyline- the game's storyline was mystifying and spooky. It was a rare highlight of the game.
Quck Hint Recharge- This came in useful, because the Hidden Object Scenes and Misplaced Object scenes had objects and differences which were very hard to find. as they were pretty small.
Music and Graphics- the music matched the feeling of the game and had a very nice sound to it; the graphics were very well designed, matching the game.
The Storyline- the game's storyline was mystifying and spooky. It was a rare highlight of the game.
Quck Hint Recharge- This came in useful, because the Hidden Object Scenes and Misplaced Object scenes had objects and differences which were very hard to find. as they were pretty small.
Music and Graphics- the music matched the feeling of the game and had a very nice sound to it; the graphics were very well designed, matching the game.
OK Parts:
Tutorials- while this feature was good for me, it didn't tell me straight away what I had to do next, so I was forced to use some hints.
Tutorials- while this feature was good for me, it didn't tell me straight away what I had to do next, so I was forced to use some hints.
Bad Parts:
As I mentioned before, the Hidden Object Scenes were frustrating. The objects were small and hard to find, so I was using a lot of hints.
The Misplaced Objects. I found these rather annoying and tedious. It was hard to figure out what would go where as you weren't shown what the scene was supposed to look like when the objects were placed in to the scene.
Lack of puzzles- I was quite disappointed by this, as I thought it would have puzzles, as most Hidden Object Games do. I felt this would've added to the excitement of the game, and would've raised my rating.
As I mentioned before, the Hidden Object Scenes were frustrating. The objects were small and hard to find, so I was using a lot of hints.
The Misplaced Objects. I found these rather annoying and tedious. It was hard to figure out what would go where as you weren't shown what the scene was supposed to look like when the objects were placed in to the scene.
Lack of puzzles- I was quite disappointed by this, as I thought it would have puzzles, as most Hidden Object Games do. I felt this would've added to the excitement of the game, and would've raised my rating.
Overall, the game was a disappointment. Despite having a good storyline, music and graphics, the game is let down by a lack of puzzles and hard Hidden Object Scenes, which made me fold the computer screen back to see.
I don't recommend this game.
Help Detective Croft solve the case of the Baker Street Murder and uncover the conspiracy about the murder of her partner!
Overall rating
1
/
5
5 of 6 found this review helpful
Worst Game I Have EVER Played
PostedJune 2, 2012
catbag8717
fromTasmania, Australia
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
Nightmares from the Deep: The Cursed Heart Collector's Edition
(237)Fun Factor
1
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
/
5
Storyline
2
/
5
Once again I waste my time on such a terrible game. Here are my thoughts.
Good Parts:
I struggle to find ANYTHING good about this game. The only thing even remotely good would be that the Hidden Objects were really easy to find.
I struggle to find ANYTHING good about this game. The only thing even remotely good would be that the Hidden Objects were really easy to find.
OK Parts:
Good dialogue, but would've been better with some voices.
Good dialogue, but would've been better with some voices.
Bad Parts:
It was all hidden object scenes. There were no puzzles or minigames or anything.
Annoyng sounds and terrible graphics.
At almost 2 minutes, (1:50) the hint took way too long to recharge, so if I got stuck on finding an object, I would be sitting there waiting.
It was all hidden object scenes. There were no puzzles or minigames or anything.
Annoyng sounds and terrible graphics.
At almost 2 minutes, (1:50) the hint took way too long to recharge, so if I got stuck on finding an object, I would be sitting there waiting.
Well, I guess it's my own fault for not listening to the reviews. This is absolutely terrible. From terrible graphics to a terrible storyline, there is absolutely nothing good about this game. If I could give it 0 Stars, I would. This game doesn't even deserve one millimetre of a star.
I don't recommend this game.
Holly runs a chain of wedding salons, and your job is to help her develop it, while providing top-notch customer service!
Overall rating
1
/
5
17 of 26 found this review helpful
Terrible
PostedJune 2, 2012
catbag8717
fromTasmania, Australia
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
Nightmares from the Deep: The Cursed Heart Collector's Edition
(237)Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
2
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
1
/
5
After buying wedding Dash I was pretty keen to try my hand at some other wedding games. I can't believe I wasted my time on this! Here are my thoughts:
Good Parts:
The minigames were the only thing worth mentioning as good on this game. The were fun and entertaining, a rare high point of this game.
The minigames were the only thing worth mentioning as good on this game. The were fun and entertaining, a rare high point of this game.
OK Parts:
VIP's. They added extra challenge to the game, but also annoyed me a little because sometimes I would get way to overwhelmed and lose customers
VIP's. They added extra challenge to the game, but also annoyed me a little because sometimes I would get way to overwhelmed and lose customers
Bad Parts:
I have honestly never played a game with such a terrible storyline. Holy is getting married and needs to run a wedding salon to help her prepare? That's honestly one of the weirdest, most boring and idiotic storylines I've ever heard.
Upgrades. They cost way too much.
Upgrading Hollys' wedding venue. The whole concept of this was ridculous and to affod them you had to get expert on pretty much every level.
Male/Female combos. Seriously, how ridiculous can this game get? I didn't see any benefits of this and it meant that the waiting line got bigger and bigger untill I got comletely overwhelmed.
The game was very poorly designed. The game lacks fun and I really did NOT want to keep playing it.
And to top it all off: This game had terrible graphics. The animation looked ridiculous and cheap.
I have honestly never played a game with such a terrible storyline. Holy is getting married and needs to run a wedding salon to help her prepare? That's honestly one of the weirdest, most boring and idiotic storylines I've ever heard.
Upgrades. They cost way too much.
Upgrading Hollys' wedding venue. The whole concept of this was ridculous and to affod them you had to get expert on pretty much every level.
Male/Female combos. Seriously, how ridiculous can this game get? I didn't see any benefits of this and it meant that the waiting line got bigger and bigger untill I got comletely overwhelmed.
The game was very poorly designed. The game lacks fun and I really did NOT want to keep playing it.
And to top it all off: This game had terrible graphics. The animation looked ridiculous and cheap.
Stay away from this game.
I don't recommend this game.
Free the trapped souls and reunite a love long lost in Haunting Mysteries: The Island of Lost Souls!
Overall rating
4
/
5
5 of 5 found this review helpful
All-Round Good Game
PostedJune 2, 2012
catbag8717
fromTasmania, Australia
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Current Favorite:
Nightmares from the Deep: The Cursed Heart Collector's Edition
(237)Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
If I could, I'd give this game 4.5 stars. It's really good, too good for a 4, but not good enough for a 5. Here are my thoughts:
Good Parts:
Good Storyline
Awards added more excitement to the game.
At 3 seconds, the hint re-charge was a good speed.
Hidden object scenes. Thee is a mix of really easy to find and really hard to find objects, which ensured the game wasn't a breeze,but also it wasn't too hard.
There was a strategy guide, but it wasn't needed as it was really obvious what to do next.
Good Storyline
Awards added more excitement to the game.
At 3 seconds, the hint re-charge was a good speed.
Hidden object scenes. Thee is a mix of really easy to find and really hard to find objects, which ensured the game wasn't a breeze,but also it wasn't too hard.
There was a strategy guide, but it wasn't needed as it was really obvious what to do next.
OK Parts:
There was a lot of going back and forth but it was worth it to get further in to the exciting storyline
There was a lot of going back and forth but it was worth it to get further in to the exciting storyline
Bad Parts:
Incredibly annoying and frustrating puzzles
The Strategy guide pictures were really hard to see, so it was kind of worthless.
Incredibly annoying and frustrating puzzles
The Strategy guide pictures were really hard to see, so it was kind of worthless.
Despite these minor flaws, this game is still rather enjoyable and is worth your money. I'm sure you'll love it.
I recommend this game!