Bonz54's Profile
 
 
 
Stat Summary
 
  • Average Rating:
    4.5
  • Helpful Votes:
    158
 
  • Reviews Submitted:
    8
  • First Review:
    December 2, 2017
  • Most Recent Review:
    June 11, 2020
  • Featured reviews
    0
 
 
Bonz54's Review History
 
Join the Argonauts and learn the story of Circe in this incredible time management adventure!
 
Overall rating 
Liked it!
4 / 5
4 of 4 found this review helpful
Enjoyable but not as CE
PostedJune 11, 2020
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Bonz54
fromSF Bay Area
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Good
4 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
OK
3 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
Storyline 
OK
3 / 5
I enjoyed playing this, 'tho similar to the last. It's got a little bit of challenge and great for a mindless play. The slot gives you a break from playing but can get monotonous at the slow speed.
Some of the hint boxes hide the play for a second which is annoying. If you like TM with a little strategy this one can be fun. Purchased the Standard game at a discounted price, not worth it otherwise.
+4points
4of 4voted this as helpful.
 
Rescue a young man's sister from the pirates in this fan-favorite time management adventure!
 
Overall rating 
Liked it!
4 / 5
2 of 2 found this review helpful
Enjoyed Playing
PostedFebruary 29, 2020
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Bonz54
fromSF Bay Area
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Good
4 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Good
4 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
I really enjoy playing all of the Moai series. I really liked this one because you could identify what you needed to do, without alot of guessing what you need to build, bombing and rebuilding or replaying a level. Some of the levels were more challenging than others but it was a nice break to be able to breeze thru a level here and there.
I liked the theme, characters, gameplay for the most part.
I tried the wheel a few times and kept losing points so I stopped. This didn't add to the fun factor for me.
I also found the delay to load each level annoying. I have a new laptop and don't have this issue with any other games. Could be a little faster.
The item that really needs to be fixed is the bubble or dialog box that appears when you're trying to obtain an item during play.
You have to be tricky and go back and grab an item quickly before the bubble appeared (maybe 3 times). This only happened when the item is on the top of the screen. The Developer should put the item/bubble somewhere else or not at all. With TM you're trying to move swiftly and with strategic consideration, we don't need a distraction.
All in all I love Moai TM games and this one doesn't disappoint for the most part.
I recommend this game!
+2points
2of 2voted this as helpful.
 
As an evil force rises to shatter Earth, you must stand firm or the world will fall! Answer the call of Zeus and begin the adventure today!
 
Overall rating 
Liked it!
4 / 5
9 of 9 found this review helpful
Glad I bought the Standard discounted
PostedFebruary 29, 2020
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Bonz54
fromSF Bay Area
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Good
4 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
OK
3 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
I enjoyed playing this TM, graphics pretty good. On occasion towards the end of the game on a few levels I couldn't determine what items were needed to pick up or activate. The bubble would sometimes show lines instead of items or would display numbers but didn't show what items were needed. e.g, gold, rocks, etc.
As a new player to Hermes I also had a difficult time in the beginning understanding the forge was for something that looked more like food (round red item). I also had a tough time with the bonus that would automatically upgrade a building. Couldn't tell if it was working but it would eventually upgrade.
These issues were frustrating but I still enjoyed playing, especially since it is the Standard version and was discounted. Not worth paying full price CE.
I also had the problem as the other reviewed on level 3 with the wood. For some reason if you used the wood on the bridge first it worked. Somehow you are automatically granted more wood to finish the level.
I recommend this game!
+9points
9of 9voted this as helpful.
 
In this time management classic, stop a mad scientist who's replicating the most destructive forces in nature!
 
Overall rating 
Liked it!
4 / 5
7 of 8 found this review helpful
Mixed
PostedAugust 28, 2019
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Bonz54
fromSF Bay Area
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Time Management, Word
Fun Factor 
Good
4 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Poor
2 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
I have mixed feelings on this one. I enjoy all of the Rescue Team games and think they're better than most TM games. I applaud the developers for trying to make improvements, but I'm not crazy about the cartoonish graphics.
This game play is an improvement with interesting changes. I find it's difficult to see what buildings can be upgraded. I may need to get used to going to the store but I find it tedious while playing the demo. It's better than adding another building that's difficult to identify on the choice bubble. All in all, I like this game but I'm glad I paid the discounted price.
I recommend this game!
+6points
7of 8voted this as helpful.
 
A new and unforgettable time management adventure that has you visiting the Louvre, ancient Egypt and even Atlantis!
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
10 of 15 found this review helpful
Did not dissappoint
PostedAugust 12, 2019
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Bonz54
fromSF Bay Area
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Time Management, Word
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
Great continuation of the Quartermain series. If you like the last 3 you'll enjoy playing this one too. There are a few new features and challenges to make it interesting. Some strategy and good story line. Visually it's interesting. Would like to be able to skip some of the dialogue within each level. Once you've played this, you don't need to keep reading the dialogue, developers allow skipping or moving through it quicker.
+5points
10of 15voted this as helpful.
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
15 of 21 found this review helpful
Retro Updated
PostedJune 21, 2018
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Bonz54
fromSF Bay Area
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Strategy
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Excellent
5 / 5
I usually can't wait for MCF series games. The last few have been highly disappointing. EPIX finally brings us back to the past while updating the look, feel and fun! My favorite MCF is Madame Fate and Ravenhurst both are SE. (2007-09) This one adds newer features but the HOGs, mini games and characters are similar to the older games. I have been playing less of the HOGs lately as most are all boring and similar. I loved playing this one and hope all developers take note!!!
I recommend this game!
+9points
15of 21voted this as helpful.
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
101 of 115 found this review helpful
Not the Same
PostedJune 7, 2018
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Bonz54
fromSF Bay Area
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
I enjoyed the trial so far. I'm an intermediate player and have been bored with the same old storyline and mini games. There are different and amusing challenges and a few HOPS that are difficult but not frustrating for me. There are hints that give you an idea of how many puzzle pieces and morphing objects you're looking for. In the trial, there aren't a lot of areas that I had to keep going back and forth, which I hate. The graphics are fantastic and storyline interesting.
I recommend this game!
+87points
101of 115voted this as helpful.
 
Accompany Alicia Quatermain on her latest time-management adventure and help save the world and get the treasure!
 
Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
10 of 11 found this review helpful
Get It !!!
PostedDecember 2, 2017
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Bonz54
fromSF Bay Area
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management
 
Current Favorite:
 
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
If you enjoy this type of TM game this is one of my favorites. The graphics are fantastic and the game is challenging. To gain the 3 stars on each level, you need to use some strategy, so it keeps it interesting but not frustrating. I rated the storyline slightly lower, but overall this is a lot of fun to play and replay. If you liked the first Alice, you'll really enjoy this one. Not sure it warrants CE status, since all you get are screensavers. I would still purchase this one, you won't regret.
I recommend this game!
+9points
10of 11voted this as helpful.