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PostedOctober 26, 2014

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Garlic powder, check. Wooden Stakes, check. Silver bullets...oops wrong monster. Vampire Hunters don your vampire kits and climb aboard Louisiana's Mississippi River Cruise in search of Benjamin Brooks. Our dynamic duo vamp hunters find this wicked fast blood sucker, nestled within his cozy coffin, his fingers tightly clutching a vial filled with pure light. The first thing I thought was that Ben ...Show more

Garlic powder, check. Wooden Stakes, check. Silver bullets...oops wrong monster. Vampire Hunters don your vampire kits and climb aboard Louisiana's Mississippi River Cruise in search of Benjamin Brooks. Our dynamic duo vamp hunters find this wicked fast blood sucker, nestled within his cozy coffin, his fingers tightly clutching a vial filled with pure light. The first thing I thought was that Ben was afraid of the dark but it turns out that this vial was vital to his survival and he warned the brave hunters, " I don't want to hurt you, give me the vial and I'll let you go!" The Vial of pure light is in your hand now, what does it do, and why is this light so important to a night dwelling predator like Benjamin Brooks?

Yet another thrilling, heart pounding, Myths Around The World adventure crammed full of achievements for using the map to travel quickly or finding several items quickly in a HO. There are 10 collectible pumpkins that turn into Jack-O-Lanterns and 43 collectible roses, black roses of course. Don't forget your Vampire Hunting Kit and the Vial of Light, which can be used against unnatural phenomena that the vampires use such as magical for. After completing a short game of clicking the symbols in the correct order, your light vial will dispel the barrier.

The Hidden Object Scenes are a hodgepodge mixture of pure entertainment, and don't forget to search for the morphing objects in each scene. Most scenes are lengthy requiring several steps such as finding several symbols that will uncover a duster to to sweep away cobwebs on the first list and a hammer to break the glass on the second list of items. There is an alternate bubble shoot game to play if you're not a HOS fan. The mini games were awesome! I loved the game with several puzzles that required you to put on your thinking cap, first turning several discs to complete a picture, then untangling chains, turning several tile's until the symbols matched on all sides of the tiles, then matching up symbols by following attached wires. You will get gears for each of those puzzles which goes into a mechanical spider and you will need to place the gears in a specific order to allow the gears to move the mechanical spider.

This Collectors Edition has Wallpapers, Pictures, Music, replayable Puzzles and HOP's, Movies, the Making Of, Bubble Shoot, Morphs, Collectibles, Screensavers, Concept Art, Souvenir box, Achievements, a Bonus Chapter, and a built in Strategy Guide, enjoy! Show less

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Another Great Game for Halloween

PostedOctober 25, 2014

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Just in time for Halloween we have a new Myths of the World – Black Rose that is a ghoulish tale of vampires. I will be the first to admit that I don’t care much for games about vampires but every once in a while I have run into a good game that proves me wrong. When I first saw Black Rose I didn’t have much interest but as I played the game and encountered some wonderful HOPs and puzzles, I was ...Show more

Just in time for Halloween we have a new Myths of the World – Black Rose that is a ghoulish tale of vampires. I will be the first to admit that I don’t care much for games about vampires but every once in a while I have run into a good game that proves me wrong. When I first saw Black Rose I didn’t have much interest but as I played the game and encountered some wonderful HOPs and puzzles, I was hooked.

For those of you who play a lot of HOPA games you already know that EIPIX is one of the top developers in the genre and their graphics are hard to beat. In Black Rose we have those wonderful, albeit sometimes dark, crisp and colorful graphics. Coupled with the excellent lip-synced voiceovers and soundtrack we have a game that is sure to please many of you out there in BFG game land.

The tools in the game consist of an integrated map, a Vampire Hunters Guide and a Vial of Light that we acquire shortly into the game. It looks like some of the game developers seem to have heard you shout, loud and clear, that you are tired of the cute and furry pet helpers or helpers in general because I don't see one lurking around in Black Rose.

What I love about this developer are the great interactive various types of HOPs and for some reason, IMHO, they seem better than ever in Black Rose. At some point I generally groan when I encounter too many interactive HOPs but EIPIX knows how to do them just right since many of them contain puzzles as well as the items to find. I really enjoy the puzzles I have encountered which seem to be multi-tiered and contain a bit more challenge that has been present in recent games. As of late, puzzles have been laughably easy and almost mindless in their presentation but finally I can put my brain to work.

The game is loaded with extras and, IMHO, worthy of being labeled as a CE. Throughout the game we will find morphing objects and two different types of collectibles and not all of them easy to find. Among the extras we will find a bubble-shooter game, puzzles, souvenir box, HOPs, the bonus game, strategy guide, pictures, movies and something I like – the making of section. All in all we have a game that deserves the CE label.

As I mentioned earlier, vampire themed games are not ones I usually enjoy but this is one of the few that I think is very good. I found that when the demo ended I wanted to continue playing and have not been disappointed that I purchased the CE version. In fact, I had to tear myself away from the game to write this review so that I could get back to playing. I know that I have several hours of fun and challenge ahead with Black Rose. However, as always, I recommend that you try the demo to see if this is a game you will enjoy as much as I do. Happy gaming! Show less

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Eipix is once again at the top of its game !!

PostedOctober 25, 2014

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I find lots of the vampire games to be run of the mill and rather boring. Not this one thanks to the folks at Eipix. This group always seem to know how to grab a player's attention and keep it throughout the game. In this edition of the wonderful Myths of the World series, I got grabbed in the opening cut scene. Our objective as a vampire hunter is to find and vanquish a notorious blood drinker ...Show more

I find lots of the vampire games to be run of the mill and rather boring. Not this one thanks to the folks at Eipix. This group always seem to know how to grab a player's attention and keep it throughout the game. In this edition of the wonderful Myths of the World series, I got grabbed in the opening cut scene. Our objective as a vampire hunter is to find and vanquish a notorious blood drinker named Benjamin. The early part of the game introduces us to Simon ( a fellow hunter ). We are on a steamboat wherein we need to locate the vampire's room and do him in. While on the boat we acquire tools and potions necessary to the task. We get these items by completing HO segments and solving puzzles. Up to their usual high standard, Eipix HO scenes require a bit of thought and the puzzles are complex enough to also make the game player use some brain cells. None though are so difficult as to use skips which are available if needed. Once we locate Benjamin, he of course escapes, otherwise the game ends rather abruptly. The player and Simon follow him to a swamp in which other actions on the game player's part continue the quest. We meet another vamp, a sultry woman who tries to woo us to her side but we know better than to trust her. The demo ends with the player in a town in which Simon, who has obviously been bitten, turns on the hunter by shooting him/her with an arrow. I doubt the wound is fatal !! There are collectible black roses, morphing objects, and pumpkins to gather.

As I have stated in other reviews, ultimately for me the story line must deliver in the same way a book must to keep my attention. Lots of games offer good to great HO scenes and puzzles but if the story is lame, why go on? With thousands of games in BFG's repertoire, it's the story in the great games that compel the player to continue playing. The Myths series is another saga that keeps me coming back for more. The best developers generally keep our attention with excellent series such as the Awakenings, Dark Parables, Mystery Case Files, and lots more. For Halloween fans, Black Rose should be a sure fire hit. I recommend this fine game without reservation. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Some puzzles are too easy, don't let that fool you

PostedOctober 25, 2014

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This is a stupendous game. I am not into storylines, but even that was delightful. The vampire theme is well executed. There are lots of puzzles within puzzles. The Hidden Obj scenes are interactive. There are roses and pumpkins to find...perfect to play on Halloween. There was a gate that one had to go through about five or six puzzles to get through and they were some a bit hard and others easy, ...Show more

This is a stupendous game. I am not into storylines, but even that was delightful. The vampire theme is well executed. There are lots of puzzles within puzzles. The Hidden Obj scenes are interactive. There are roses and pumpkins to find...perfect to play on Halloween. There was a gate that one had to go through about five or six puzzles to get through and they were some a bit hard and others easy, but in the main very intriguing. There was not a lot of running around, it seemed that what one needed to progress was within a few scenes forward or back, and while I like to have to remember all the pieces and go back and forth, for those of you who do not like that, this will be a relief. The game trial ends on a cliff hanger and I hope the rest of the game will not disappoint because the developers really set themselves a high bar with this beginning. Show less

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Vampires vs the vampire hunter!

PostedOctober 25, 2014

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What a great way to spend your weekend -- hunting vampires! From the opening upside down bat for sound, to Rose getting bit, you are immersed in the world of vampires and hunter. You and your fellow vampire hunter Simon are looking for Benjamin Brooks, turned into a vampire by his beloved Rose. You are on the Hope Steamboat Hotel but after opening Benjamin's casket, you track him to the town of ...Show more

What a great way to spend your weekend -- hunting vampires! From the opening upside down bat for sound, to Rose getting bit, you are immersed in the world of vampires and hunter. You and your fellow vampire hunter Simon are looking for Benjamin Brooks, turned into a vampire by his beloved Rose. You are on the Hope Steamboat Hotel but after opening Benjamin's casket, you track him to the town of Eastmire, which seems to be under the control of Rose, now called Black Rose.

You have so many tools to help you. Besides your teleporting map, you have your Vampire Hunter's Manual that helps you remove curses, and the Vial of Light, which collects wisps of light and removes fog left by vampires.

There are 14 morphing items embedded in the HOPs, and 43 collectible roses, both of which have glowing icons to remind you to look for them. There are four modes of play -- Fledgling, Ascendant, Elder, and Custom. The achievements are all time and skill related.

Each HOS is different -- either a list, a silhouette that "suggests" the item, or find the missing pieces. You can play a bubble shooter instead. The mini-games are multi-tiered. To open the gate you have to solve 4 puzzles to get the gears, then create a path, then match runes -- all fun and not too difficult. In fact, I didn't skip one puzzle during the demo and I played for 80 minutes!

The CE bling includes a souvenir box, a making of video, and a roses puzzle, in addition to the bonus game, bubble shooter and normal bling.

And just when you rescue Simon, he turns against you, shoots you, and Benjamin is about to bite you -- the demo ends! What a treat! Even if you don't like vampires, you will probably like this game! Try it and see. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Good Halloween Game

PostedOctober 25, 2014

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I liked the game. Has morphing objects, plus collectibles, is a little different. Nice job!

At first I thought I wouldn't like it, but as I got into it, I liked that it is a bit different, some new things here.

One problem, I had to skip the game were you need to spin the discs and make the symbols match. I even used the guide and the top two left squares don't match the guide, but do complete ...Show more

I liked the game. Has morphing objects, plus collectibles, is a little different. Nice job!

At first I thought I wouldn't like it, but as I got into it, I liked that it is a bit different, some new things here.

One problem, I had to skip the game were you need to spin the discs and make the symbols match. I even used the guide and the top two left squares don't match the guide, but do complete the puzzle. HHHMMM

Over all a fun game with lots to do and all of the CE bling including a mystery achievement. HHHMMM

Not too difficult, but makes you think. Some new twists on old puzzles.

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I recommend this game!

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Relaxed and fun game

PostedOctober 25, 2014

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The storyline, although not a new one, but had some interesting twists and not so many gaping holes. Gameplay is logical, easy flowing, but quite packed. Beautiful graphics, interesting locations and helpful map. For the first time was able to collected all roses and pumpkins and even morphing objects in HOGs. No repeated HOGs and no cute animals who help you. A minor annoyance - the riddles in ...Show more

The storyline, although not a new one, but had some interesting twists and not so many gaping holes. Gameplay is logical, easy flowing, but quite packed. Beautiful graphics, interesting locations and helpful map. For the first time was able to collected all roses and pumpkins and even morphing objects in HOGs. No repeated HOGs and no cute animals who help you. A minor annoyance - the riddles in HOGs, although you can always switch to bubble shooting and back.
I recommend this game for those who prefer relaxed and nicely flowing games rather than challenging and uphill battles. Show less

I recommend this game!

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EIPEX IS AT THE TOP OF THEIR GAME!!!!!

PostedOctober 29, 2014

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When I saw that the "GAME FOR TOMORROW" was a new installment of Myths of the World, I bought it immediately, demo unseen and no reviews available (as yet). Honestly.... I just thought I'd save myself some time because EIPEX releases are outrageously amazing.... and Black Rose was no exception.

Although my favorite installment of MOTW is Fiends and Friends for so many reasons (just play it and ...Show more

When I saw that the "GAME FOR TOMORROW" was a new installment of Myths of the World, I bought it immediately, demo unseen and no reviews available (as yet). Honestly.... I just thought I'd save myself some time because EIPEX releases are outrageously amazing.... and Black Rose was no exception.

Although my favorite installment of MOTW is Fiends and Friends for so many reasons (just play it and see for yourself) BR has the innovation and creativity that
is synonymous with an EIPEX production. And quite possibly, the best "Halloween" game released this year.

The HOS which contains the ever popular morphing objects, are varied and fluid, literally moving you through the scene and changing your perspective which is not only interesting visually but also challenging. The same principle is applied to the mini-games taking the tried and true games that we all know and love and giving them a different and creative spin. Some of them were quite challenging and I had a blast trying to figure them out. There are souvenir objects and of course, a rose in every scene some of which are obscured by other objects so don't despair if you can't see it immediately. In the spirit of Halloween, there are also some pumpkins to find and carve although these are interspersed within the game.

But perhaps the biggest homage to Halloween lies within the games storyline and title character; Black Rose a love spurned vampire who has made it her mission to torture Benjamin; our trustworthy vampire, Benjamin whose mission it is to reverse the curse of vampirism and release his beloved from the thralls of Rose who has enslaved her as her minion. While the storyline is a variation of the good vs evil paradigm inherent in most adventure games, EIPEX does give you an unexpected surprise which adds another layer to the role of the "Hunter" and yet another spin on a classic adding yet another twist to an old classic.

Thank you EIPEX for giving us "THE" Halloween game of season and another exceptional adventure game worthy of praise and merit. CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL OF YOU FOR A JOB MOST INCREDIBLY DONE!... you are very much appreciated. Show less

I recommend this game!

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EXCELLENT VAMPIRE GAME!

PostedOctober 25, 2014

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based on demo ... this is a buy for me ... the gameplay is smooth and the MINI games are FABULOUS! ... lots to find and the game keeps moving ... i especially like the fact that there is music throughout the game ... i am really unhappy with SILENCE ... so this is another great game from one of my FAVORITE devs ... HAPPY HALLOWEEN EIPIX! ...

I recommend this game!

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Another great addition to the series!

PostedOctober 25, 2014

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I have enjoyed all the Myths of the World games, and this one is no exception. Based on the demo, this is a CE that is worth the price, as it has lots of achievements, two types of collectables (regular and morphing), games and puzzles to play after, and an extended list of the regular CE bonuses. I also like being able to customize the difficulty. The game itself is about the myth of vampires. It ...Show more

I have enjoyed all the Myths of the World games, and this one is no exception. Based on the demo, this is a CE that is worth the price, as it has lots of achievements, two types of collectables (regular and morphing), games and puzzles to play after, and an extended list of the regular CE bonuses. I also like being able to customize the difficulty. The game itself is about the myth of vampires. It has, in places, a nice eeriness to it, and a good level of challenge. The HO scenes are standouts, with multiple levels and ways of finding objects. The puzzles are very good as well. The only issue I had was that I was not crazy about the voices at first, but I soon got used to them! Show less

I recommend this game!

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