KIW0612's Profile
Stat Summary
- Average Rating:3.6
- Helpful Votes:246
- Reviews Submitted:15
- First Review:November 22, 2011
- Most Recent Review:July 1, 2023
- Featured reviews0
Embark on a magical adventure in Thicket Wood to help fairies in this magical hidden-object game!
Overall rating
1
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5
4 of 4 found this review helpful
What a waste
PostedJuly 1, 2023
KIW0612
fromChicago Ridge, IL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
1
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5
Storyline
1
/
5
I agree the graphics are enchanting and I was all prepared for a regular enchanted HO story type game. I too am tired of all the daemons and dark games. So these graphics were right up my alley. I can't tell you hos disappointing it was when all I found were a few, what are usually mini games. Yes, sometimes it is nice to play a game just to relax, no thinking involved. And that would have helped the game had they rotated many different games, but 4 or 5? That is way to repetitive (extremely boring) even for me to play "just to relax" And then to add insult to injury they called this a Collectors Edition? Still waiting for someone to take theses graphics and write a story for it. One can hope. I played the entire demo hoping something may come later - but it never did.
Complete a massive variety of puzzles, recover the missing ancient amulets, and restore nature's harmony!
Overall rating
5
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5
25 of 26 found this review helpful
Really?
PostedOctober 20, 2022
KIW0612
fromChicago Ridge, IL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Match 3
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
/
5
Under New Releases, this game lists as being released on Oct. 20, 2022. Then how is it that all the reviews are from 2016? I don't mind old games, but I liked it better when they became available as the Daily Deal for $2.99.
I gave this game 5 stars, since this really isn't a review and I didn't want to distract from the nice rating this game has.
I recommend this game!
Explore the scenes and sights of America's beloved Heartland!
Overall rating
1
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5
11 of 18 found this review helpful
Can't download
PostedOctober 2, 2022
KIW0612
fromChicago Ridge, IL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3
Hope they fix this soon. I can't download it either. It doesn't even try.
Feel the spirit of Christmas in this challenging and festive jigsaw puzzle collection.
Overall rating
2
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5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
Timed only - NOT for me
PostedDecember 19, 2020
KIW0612
fromChicago Ridge, IL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Family, Hidden Object, Large File
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
3
/
5
It has beautiful pictures and I actually enjoyed the music. But I play to relax not beat the clock. I was casually playing while watching TV and I was nowhere near done when it timed me out. So I have to focus and move ASAP to play this game. I don;t think so! There are other games out there a lot more user friendly.
Take a Road Trip across the Western United States, visit beautiful locations, find hidden objects and complete fun puzzles!
Overall rating
4
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5
3 of 3 found this review helpful
Nice Game
PostedJune 29, 2020
KIW0612
fromChicago Ridge, IL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Brain Teaser, Hidden Object, Large File, Puzzle
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
1
/
5
Hidden Object game with quite a few additional short mini games, Spot The Differences, Match 3, Find by Silhouette, Block Slider, Scrambled, Missing Vowels, Jigsaw puzzle, scrambled squares - there may be more that I'm forgetting. You get the idea, there are enough to keep you entertained.
I don;t know what other reviewers are talking about, I have a magnifier available and I can skip all mini-games. Both options are right on the screen. I'm playing on a PC. Also there are 20 scenes (not 5) that you play over and over again to collect the necessary road signs and robots. I would give it 5 starts, but even with 20 screens it gets might repetitive considering how often you ply each scene.
For an old fashion hog - I'm happy with it.
happy gaming
happy gaming
I recommend this game!
Can you reveal the story behind the watch, defeat the witch and save your sister in time?
Overall rating
5
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5
11 of 13 found this review helpful
Relaxing Cute game
PostedSeptember 26, 2019
KIW0612
fromChicago Ridge, IL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle
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
This game is great for everyone tired of the overwhelming gruesome games available. This is pure CUTE. Nice story line. LOADS of mini games - all are different from what you find in most games out there. Some easy some moderately difficult. I thoroughly enjoyed this game with the exception of the "clutter" scenes - they seem a little overkill and drawn out. Find up to 65 matching objects? That was a little tedious for me. But the cute factor outdid the tedious factor for me.
If you're looking for an easy, cute, relaxing game give this one a try.
I recommend this game!
Experience another glorious summer at Pinecreek Hills National Park with the latest in this acclaimed hidden object adventure series!
Overall rating
3
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5
33 of 41 found this review helpful
Why is this a CE?
PostedMay 11, 2019
KIW0612
fromChicago Ridge, IL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Brain Teaser, Hidden Object, Large File
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
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5
Level of Challenge
5
/
5
Storyline
5
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5
Nice game – just like all the others in this series. However I see absolutely nothing ibn this game that warrants the price of a Collector’s Edition. I will buy the game one it is offered as a SE. There are really no new features. Same HO screens, same mini games. The two differences I noticed is that there are more “sparkly” areas (live areas that bring up mini pictures) in the HO scenes. The other new feature is a Camera icon that permits you to snap a picture of the HO screen so you can view it in an album. I assume this is a new feature. I don’t own all the games in the series, only four of them. Sorry but these two features does not warrant the game being ranked as a Collector’s Edition. Basically it is “Same ol same ol” As a SE it ranks five Stars if you like this type of game. But in my opinion it should never have been offered as a CE.
Imagine a sunny day at a cozy Parisian cafe. People are walking around, drinking coffee and laughing. Suddenly a bright flash wipes out all life on Earth!
Overall rating
1
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5
10 of 13 found this review helpful
Not for me
PostedAugust 16, 2016
KIW0612
fromChicago Ridge, IL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
3
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
Not my thing. Reminds me of a game from the '70's Extremely annoying interface, yet complex. I only played the demo and never got past level 4.
If you are going to give this a try - make sure you read EVERYTHING offered in the tutorial. Don't assume this is a straight up Hidden Object game and you need no explanations.
Way too many repeated items and many in the same location. Maybe that was because I never reached the higher levels. If you like the fireworks and several status screens between each worked screen - this may be for you. Give it a try.
I don't recommend this game.
A man has gone missing in the town of Rockshire, but the townspeople deny he was ever there. What dark secret are they hiding?
Overall rating
5
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5
13 of 28 found this review helpful
Nice to look at and FUN to play
PostedAugust 7, 2015
KIW0612
fromChicago Ridge, IL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Adventure, Large File, Card & Board
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
/
5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
5
/
5
Very well done game. Graphics are gorgeous and music equally as nice (at least I didn’t shut it off as usual.) Enough people have given exact details of the game, no need to repeat them. Just weighing in to support the game and it’s many clever additions. I found the HO’s quite enjoyable. A relatively easy game considering I am not the fastest player, yet I had 24 minutes left when the demo portion of the game was over. I played in the default mode, so I assume the developers had it set to Casual.
I usually never have a problem with whatever “Helper” the developer works into the games, but I have to admit, it’s nice to have one so self-sufficient. But all I read is about a “Panda”? I had a raccoon – who ever saw a panda with such a huge bushy tail? Just watch the demo at the top of this page.
If you are not into buying CE’s keep your eyes open when it comes out as a SC – definitely worth your money.
Happy Gaming!
I recommend this game!
Great Britain needs your help! Explore 6 uncharted islands. Solve 120 new and unique puzzles from great captains of the past!
Overall rating
4
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5
Not bad for what it is
PostedJanuary 7, 2015
KIW0612
fromChicago Ridge, IL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Card & Board, Puzzle
Fun Factor
4
/
5
Visual/Sound Quality
3
/
5
Level of Challenge
2
/
5
Storyline
3
/
5
Not a bad little game without some of the slicker features we have become accustomed to. I can't speak for the MAC version, put for the PC, the right/left mouse clicks work flawlessly as expected. I'm not sure, but this may be a good introduction for people who have never played this type of game before. I played up to level 20 and so far it's not very challenging. Did not use any hints nor made a single mistake. Unusual for me, I still make mistakes in Arizona Rose and I've re-played that game at least 20 times by now. I assume the game will become more challenging in the higher levels, just a question of how MUCH more challenging for the advanced players.
Over all, if you are tired of re-playing the same screens over and over, this may be a good change of scenery even if it's not an upgrade to the game play you are used to. Nothing new here.
I recommend this game!