peanutlee33's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:2.1
- Helpful Votes:76
- Reviews Submitted:63
- First Review:July 21, 2013
- Most Recent Review:March 25, 2025
- Featured reviews0
It's up to you to stop the evil lurking in Mud Creek!
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
FANTASTIC "SPIRIT" GAME
PostedAugust 9, 2020
peanutlee33
fromMichigan
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
4
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I genuinely love mystery games, particularly those involving phantoms or spirits. I've played Lockwood Manor and Curse of the Black Water which were pretty awesome. This game also does not disappoint. The story highlights the ever 'interrupting' demonic "jilted" spirit Arlene, who despite dumping ex-bf Bob years ago, seeks ghastly revenge on him for dare moving onto a new love. Her vengeful ghostly graphics are fantastic. Far better than other spirit games I've played.
There is a healthy balance of HO sites and match-puzzles, ghosts, skeletons, and bats you must find and collect. And I love the factor that you can choose the Custom mode that allows you to adjust the Skip and Hint options to 1-sec, instead of the yawn finger-drumming 30-90 seconds in many other games. It's an obvious YES for me.
I recommend this game!
Mystery Case Files: Shadow Lake Collector's Edition
The residents of Bitterford, Maine have fallen prey to a terrible curse. It’s up to you to unravel the series of mysterious events that led to the town’s downfall and uncover the evil that was responsible.
Overall rating
1
/
5
0 of 5 found this review helpful
Ugh I've played way better
PostedJuly 29, 2020
peanutlee33
fromMichigan
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
1
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5
I agree with the other low reviewers here!
I got only 10 minutes into this demo before losing major interest. Stuck of all places in the hotel photo-developing lab. Which kept wanting me to click on a new sheet and then pan dip, telling me 'sorry, you're doing it wrong' or whatever. What a sad waste of time. Even Ravenhurst was better than this
No stars.
I got only 10 minutes into this demo before losing major interest. Stuck of all places in the hotel photo-developing lab. Which kept wanting me to click on a new sheet and then pan dip, telling me 'sorry, you're doing it wrong' or whatever. What a sad waste of time. Even Ravenhurst was better than this
No stars.
I don't recommend this game.
Midnight Mysteries: Salem Witch Trials
Famed writer Nathaniel Hawthorne has died during a freak storm, and his spirit comes to you for help!
Overall rating
2
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5
Not What I Expected
PostedJuly 24, 2020
peanutlee33
fromMichigan
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I loved Haunted Houdini and Witches of Abraham, which is why I gave this one a shot. But went away disappointed 30 minutes into the demo.
I didn't mind the ghost of Nathanial Hawthorne, what bothered me was the game mode.
- Nothing about actual witches, despite the game title
- Objects in the HOS are impossible to recognize and locate
- Many items must combine to use them
- There's a journal I found pointless
- There is a map, but no real use for it: no direction
- The hint system is not useful. You click an object but no actual help...had to use my phone for the walkthrough
- Objects in the HOS are impossible to recognize and locate
- Many items must combine to use them
- There's a journal I found pointless
- There is a map, but no real use for it: no direction
- The hint system is not useful. You click an object but no actual help...had to use my phone for the walkthrough
It got tiresome walking here there without direction. I can't stand having to rely on a walkthrough because of no map and a useless hint option.
I don't recommend this game.
Solve the mysteries of Stoneville and escape with your life!
Overall rating
5
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Fantastic Play
PostedJuly 20, 2020
peanutlee33
fromMichigan
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
I had my doubts about this game as other fantasy games with trolls and gargoyle creatures haven't parred so well. Just 10-minutes into this demo, I knew it was a keeper.
Perfect flow of dialogue (which becomes quite tedious next to irritating in some HO games), graphics, effects, sound, atmosphere, and animations. Kudos to this developer, who does NOT disappoint with this nonstop adventure. A perfect flow of entry's, backups, and HOs in a very strong, steady storyline.
The best feature: The Hint doubles as a location redirect, sparing you from clicking on a separate, almost useless map.
* Bonus chapter worth playing
I recommend this game!
House of 1000 Doors: The Palm of Zoroaster
Guide Kate Reed as she searches for the artifacts that can break the power of a cursed gem in House of 1,000 Doors: The Palm of Zoroaster!
Overall rating
3
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5
Just Okay for an older game
PostedJuly 11, 2020
peanutlee33
fromMichigan
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
/
5
Storyline
3
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5
I got 10 minutes into the demo to realize it wasn't for me. Just not challenging enough despite its naming title, and I LIVE for spooky games. The kickoff was okay but then went blah from there. Nothing especially exciting. Which is a shame bc I had high hopes for this, despite it being a dated HO game.
I recommend this game!
Dark Strokes: Sins of the Fathers
Guide Ethan Black as he attempts to rescue his bride-to-be from a terrifying menace known as the Faceless Ones!
Overall rating
1
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5
0 of 1 found this review helpful
I passed
PostedJuly 1, 2020
peanutlee33
fromMichigan
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
1
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
Only 5 minutes into the demo I realized this game wasn't for me. Too elementary in its opening, the dialogue, and the graphics to hold my interest. I don't get into games that look like they were designed to appease a first grader.
I don't recommend this game.
Witches' Legacy: Lair of the Witch Queen Collector's Edition
A letter offers new information about Elizabeth just as Lynn's powers have awakened. Help her overcome the darkness before it's too late!
Overall rating
2
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Not an enjoyable time
PostedMay 19, 2020
peanutlee33
fromMichigan
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
I hate leaving bad reviews but couldn't avoid it this time, and I've played dozens of HO games since 2010. I blame the factor that I did not check the date before installing, as it would have saved me a mountain of headache. It was released in 2013, for the older Windows versions, and it's now 2020, and I have Windows 10.
The demo dragged in some areas, because of the aged graphics. And that Imp. Hate them, hate them, hate them. They're annoying as heck. I don't need a magical creature helping through a game. That's what the Hint and Map features are for.
It was a No for me :(
I don't recommend this game.
Can you stop townspeople from turning into crystal in time?
Overall rating
3
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5
It Was Okay but Didn't 'grab' me
PostedMay 17, 2020
peanutlee33
fromMichigan
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Fun Factor
2
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
I wished I could say I found this game fun and enticing considering its title. After all, who doesn't love haunted and dark adventures? However, I barely got 10 minutes into the demo before realizing it wasn't for me. The opening became tedious with having to click on the red x's every time, to close out of the closeups. And that they didn't close on their own, after finding the next clue. And no info on how to play the chess game. I had to keep tapping Hint to get through it, which I found annoying. Wasn't for me.
I don't recommend this game.
Dark Parables: Queen of Sands
Team up with the Red Riding Hood Sisters to defeat the nightmares!
Overall rating
5
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5
Did NOT Disappoint!
PostedMay 14, 2020
peanutlee33
fromMichigan
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object
Fun Factor
5
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
/
5
Rarely do I offer 5 stars to any HO game, as only a handful have withstood steadiness far as overall gameplay and graphics. And I've played dozens of demos over the years, purchasing maybe one out of every five of the full versions.
THIS game stands on its own perfection, compared to the many collectors series I've played, like Dark Romance, Final Cut, and Grim Tales. It's smooth, easy flowing, with a simple, classic storyline, and dialogue [which I will generously forgive of the annoying captions] and easy-moving HOPS.
The opening doesn't bore with a dragged out synopsis, and each scene or Chapter moves along freely and easily. Nice job!
I recommend this game!
Uncover the mystery of Huxley's Boarding House before time runs out!
Overall rating
1
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Not Worth Getting Stuck
PostedAugust 10, 2019
peanutlee33
fromMichigan
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Strategy
Fun Factor
2
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
4
/
5
My peeve with HO and POV games is no option to skip ALL of the mini-games if any just don't work out. Such was the case here. After attempting Mercilessly to get through the VanCave, only to get stuck on the idiot Ghost video game. No option to bypass or skip and trying the Hint to get me through was useless.