Cyril48's Profile
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- Average Rating:3.9
- Helpful Votes:13,522
- Reviews Submitted:435
- First Review:December 29, 2015
- Most Recent Review:January 11, 2025
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Return to the undersea world of Atlantis Solitaire in a brand-new adventure!
Overall rating
5
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5
23 of 27 found this review helpful
Both SE and CE games are excellent which ever you decide
PostedMay 16, 2021
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management
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
One thing to be aware of here is that they have used the same write up for both games and the SE write up is incorrect.
This can make it confusing for some if not all as I thought they had given us the CE version again.
The listing underneath the write up is correct.
You still get much enjoyment from the standard version.
You still get much enjoyment from the standard version.
There are many variants to this game of solitaire, 12 in the SE and 24 in the CE in total plus supersize levels, challenge levels .
On top of that there are the Mahjong levels which you are not forced to do. I am not a great lover of Mahjong but that is just me, others may enjoy it.
Without the Mahjong this is going to keep you amused for many hours, if not days.
I am super excited to try out all the different variants.
If you have never played this game or series before then I would probably say spend a bit more time in the standard game to get a feel for it.
If you, like me have played this Devs games before then use the hour to explore and see what else is on offer. There is so much.
The music is very relaxing and I think we all need that at the moment. I am happy to just leave it on relaxed but that is just my choice.
There are good instructions for every Solitaire variant and for me this is a buy.
Try the demo and see what you think. Your hour will go very quickly.
I do realise this sort of game is not for everyone but for me it is a gem.
On top of that there are the Mahjong levels which you are not forced to do. I am not a great lover of Mahjong but that is just me, others may enjoy it.
Without the Mahjong this is going to keep you amused for many hours, if not days.
I am super excited to try out all the different variants.
If you have never played this game or series before then I would probably say spend a bit more time in the standard game to get a feel for it.
If you, like me have played this Devs games before then use the hour to explore and see what else is on offer. There is so much.
The music is very relaxing and I think we all need that at the moment. I am happy to just leave it on relaxed but that is just my choice.
There are good instructions for every Solitaire variant and for me this is a buy.
Try the demo and see what you think. Your hour will go very quickly.
I do realise this sort of game is not for everyone but for me it is a gem.
I still give this game 5 stars despite the mix up as the game itself is fantastic which ever you go for
I recommend this game!
Dive into a wondrous Match-3 undersea world where the cares of life drift away!
Overall rating
5
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5
137 of 147 found this review helpful
For me this is the best so far
PostedMay 8, 2021
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
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
It is not often that I can not wait for the days game to be released but I kept wishing the time would hurry up so that I can start this wonderful experience in to the aqua world.
I had already played a demo of this game so knew we were in for a treat and I would like to give praise to the developers for yet again improving on a great game.
These developers listen to people and take note of the reviews and set out to make improvements.
Others will explain the game in more detail but you can set this game up to suit your own skills and there is even an insane difficulty if you so wished to try this out.
If you are new to these games there are tutorial levels which explain the ins and outs of the game and there is also a thorough strategy guide which although it does not cover every level explains in great details the whole game,
These games are always worth the extra for the CE and the hardest thing for me is something to go with it in the BOGO sale.
The aqua theme is a great change from the jewels we are all used to and you can play in timed. relaxed or limited moves, for me I always start in relaxed then step up later.
The aqua theme is a great change from the jewels we are all used to and you can play in timed. relaxed or limited moves, for me I always start in relaxed then step up later.
This game will give you many hours of challenging fun in a relaxed way, something this developer is one of the best at.
Try the demo and see what you think remembering you only have an hour so maybe get in as many levels as you can to start before you do too much exploring.
For me this game is running very smoothly without any glitches but some whom are on 32 bit machines may find it a bit lagging as I also tried it on my old machine and it lagged a bit but still worked fine.
Try the demo and see what you think remembering you only have an hour so maybe get in as many levels as you can to start before you do too much exploring.
For me this game is running very smoothly without any glitches but some whom are on 32 bit machines may find it a bit lagging as I also tried it on my old machine and it lagged a bit but still worked fine.
I totally reccomend this game
I recommend this game!
ClearIt is back with an incredible new set of challenging matching puzzles!
Overall rating
4
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5
7 of 7 found this review helpful
Too alike 11 for 5 stars
PostedMay 5, 2021
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
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
When I played 11 I was impressed with the improvements they made to the game as it was getting a bit stale.
Now along comes 12 and although it is a very good game and a challenge it is too alike 11 for me to give this 5 stars.
I read that some had glitches with 11 but I can say that I was lucky there as it ran very smoothly and so does this one.
If you read parts of other reviews in the previous game you would think they were talking about this one.
Don't let me put you off this is still a very good game but I will not be purchasing as I already have most of this game in the previous one.
Just my opinion but try the demo and see what you think. After all we are all different.
I recommend this game!
Complete challenging solitaire puzzles and help a couple escape a zombie infestation!
Overall rating
1
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5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Zombie Invasion Setting ?
PostedMay 4, 2021
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
Fun Factor
1
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
1
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5
Level of Challenge
1
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5
Storyline
1
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5
When you read the write up here it sounds interesting.
Complete tasks, solve the zombies' riddle, and save the city!
If they mean by tasks a solitaire game then yes they provide that but for me it reads something different. Solve the Zombies Riddle ? Another confusion and you can take the sentence Zombie invasion setting in 2 ways.
Either they mean that is is set in a zombie invasion or that there is a special setting for an invasion of Zombies.
Neither of these seem to be correct.
Neither of these seem to be correct.
Throughout the whole demo I never came across one zombie and I am certainly not going to buy this as it is just a repeat of a repeat of a repeat.
When will they finally realize that we do not want same old same old
I don't recommend this game.
See if you can climb the Tower of Wishes in this family-friendly match-3 adventure!
Overall rating
4
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5
15 of 17 found this review helpful
Nice to have a non clone M3
PostedMay 2, 2021
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
5
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
I have many of this developers games and find them all different and they make an effort to vary their games.
However, one or 2 things stopped me from giving this 5 stars.
I found the help pretty useless and if you skip the initial help that pops up, that's it you can not turn it back on again.
You can click on the question mark but all that does is highlight an area that you need to aim for.
I always start in relaxed mode and at first I thought you could only get 2 stars as all I was getting was 2 stars.
It was only when I was well in to the game that I did earn 3 stars because I had exceeded a certain amount of points, well that is what I assume however yet again with no explanation in to the runnings of the game I am only guessing here.
It was only when I was well in to the game that I did earn 3 stars because I had exceeded a certain amount of points, well that is what I assume however yet again with no explanation in to the runnings of the game I am only guessing here.
So it is possible to get 3 stars on relaxed but it is not going to be easy which sort of defeats the meaning of relaxed.
Apart from that I am really enjoying this game.
I recommend this game!
This critically acclaimed puzzle game will give your mind a workout as you work with bricks to channel the water to it’s destination!
Overall rating
5
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5
77 of 86 found this review helpful
Will not suit everyone but I love it
PostedApril 27, 2021
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
5
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
When I first looked at this I was dubious. I dowloaded it in 10 seconds, fastest game I have ever downloaded so the alarm bells started ringing.
It is very basic but effective and if you are a puzzle geek like me you will love it.
Basically you are getting water from one place to the other.
The first couple of levels seem extremely easy but then the fun starts.
The instructions could do with being a bit better but there are walkthroughs around if you need them but for me I like to figure this out even if it is going to take hours.
The instructions could do with being a bit better but there are walkthroughs around if you need them but for me I like to figure this out even if it is going to take hours.
No timer so take as long as you like and you can reset the level as much as you like.
I like different and this is different and so simple but it will drive you around the bend.
Managed to achieve level 16 before my time ran out and I just had to buy.
If you like this sort of thing the draw is going to be too great.
Managed to achieve level 16 before my time ran out and I just had to buy.
If you like this sort of thing the draw is going to be too great.
As I say it will not suit everyone and I thank BF for providing us something that is different.
For me this is a definite purchase
I recommend this game!
Wonderland's magical atmosphere is fading, corrupted by factory smoke! It’s up to you and Cheshire Cat in the latest Time Management Adventure!
Overall rating
4
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5
19 of 31 found this review helpful
Plenty of challenge in this
PostedApril 25, 2021
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor
4
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5
Visual/Sound Quality
4
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5
Level of Challenge
5
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5
Storyline
5
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5
I always like to try the demo of the SE even if I own the CE as I like to compare the differences as some SE games are not much difference wheras others are.
What a disappointment here. If you own the CE the game gives you your completed demo. You can set up another profile and play the demo again but I wanted to see the differences and as the demo for the CE was the demo for the SE as stated in my previous review I had no idea.
For this reason I deducted a star.
Yes this game has a lot of the same as the previous Alice games but I felt it had enough differences to keep me happy.
Yes this game has a lot of the same as the previous Alice games but I felt it had enough differences to keep me happy.
Even on the relaxed mode you often have to restart the level as you have gone down the wrong route which can become infuriating if you get near the end of the level and have to restart as you have no resources.
This is why I prefer the CE as I needed the guide on many occasions .
Regarding the review that said that the guide does not show the hidden objects (Pocket watch) it does you just need to click on the arrow when in the guide until you get to the last section where the position of the watch is circled.
Regarding the review that said that the guide does not show the hidden objects (Pocket watch) it does you just need to click on the arrow when in the guide until you get to the last section where the position of the watch is circled.
In future games they need to rethink the demos as we want to know what is on offer in both CE and SE.
I recommend this game!
The legendary thief with a heart of gold is back!
Overall rating
4
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5
19 of 21 found this review helpful
A game of two halves but still a great game
PostedApril 24, 2021
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
Fun Factor
5
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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
I have played this game in its entirety and really enjoyed the first half of the game.
Don't let me put you off it is still a good game however after about the first twenty or so levels it for me became very bogged down and started in a couple of levels to be a real chore where you have to constantly remove a couple of guards as they keep coming back and seemed to come back a lot quicker the further you got in to the game.
It is a good job you can toggle between the 2 modes in order to get your 3 stars as towards the end I just could not get anywhere near 3 stars but then I am a bit of a slow coach.
Hardened TM fans will likely love this challenge.
Loved the new Hoist levels where you can gain more gold to boost up your bonuses however I never seemed to use a couple of them as they seemed a bit pointless but still a good asset to have.
Be aware that in this game Robin is sometimes needed to collect items and shoot Gisborne so just look out for that and shoot Gisborne before you pick anything up. In the previous game he just shot Gisborne when he was around.
Once you have got used to that you will be fine .
Re is this CE worthy I would say maybe as I needed the guide to find the hidden items as they are well hidden.
32 standard levels
11 bonus levels
12 heist levels
11 bonus levels
12 heist levels
So it is not over generous with extra levels and 3 of the heist levels are in the bonus section so it looks as if you get 14 extra levels with the CE.
I am glad I bought the CE but it is entirely a personal thing which one you wish to go for.
Try the demo and see what you think. I deducted a star for being a bit too much of a chore in the later levels but that is just my opinion and it is still a good game.
I recommend this game!
Can you rescue your children from a dangerous board game in time?
Overall rating
5
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5
81 of 102 found this review helpful
Totally enthralled in this game.
PostedApril 22, 2021
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word
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
I seem to be somewhat different to most where I am not a great lover of HOPA games, I get bored when all you are doing is the same old things and then boring Hogs where it is just a case of finding each object.
Wow . is this game so different.
First reminded me of Jumanji where the players get lost in the board game and that is one of my fav movies so I was interested to start.
First reminded me of Jumanji where the players get lost in the board game and that is one of my fav movies so I was interested to start.
I am actually enjoying and looking forward to the HO scenes as they are so interactive and all the different characters you meet just make this game so enthralling.
The team that put this together have amazing minds and oh how I would love to be able to think like that.
I am surprised with some of the low ratings but everyone is different and I acknowledge that but seriously 1 star for this
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Very few Hopa games appeal to me but this one is way up there and I absolutely love it and can not wait to get back to it.
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Very few Hopa games appeal to me but this one is way up there and I absolutely love it and can not wait to get back to it.
It will take me a lot longer than some to complete this game but I am enjoying every minute as I am quite a slow person.
If all Hopa games were like this then you have me converted.
Try the demo, see what you think, there are many ways you can set this up to suit your preferences so sit back and enjoy.
I recommend this game!
Complete Solitaire and Mahjong puzzles to find clues and solve the case!
Overall rating
3
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5
70 of 84 found this review helpful
Very little difference from the first game.
PostedApril 19, 2021
Cyril48
fromNew Zealand
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Mahjong, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
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
When I first saw this I was pleased as I have the first game and enjoyed it.
I am not a great Mahjong player but you have the options to just play solitaire which I enjoyed.
I am not a great Mahjong player but you have the options to just play solitaire which I enjoyed.
The mystery solving is also very good and something different.
However, this game is virtually identical to the first game. The mechanics are exactly the same.
Nothing new here added at all and if you read reviews for the previous game that they provide the link to, you would think it is the same game.
It is still a fun game to play but as I have the first one there is nothing new here to make me want to purchase this one.
I do recommend it though as it is entertaining it is just too alike the first one for me.
Try the demo and see what you think
I recommend this game!