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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Excellent mid-week game!

PostedJuly 28, 2015

ethan1404

fromPerth, Western Australia, Australia

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Adventure, Large File, Word, Card & Board

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

Wow! Thank you BFG for a fantastic mid-week offering .. it not only offered enjoyment, but I was able to buy it with one of my coupons.

This game was great, no hidden objects to have to plow through, was purely based on the gamer being able to work out what needs to be found and used, yahoo! I have often said, HOP segments are put there as an excuse to find an object that needs to be used ... ...Show more

Wow! Thank you BFG for a fantastic mid-week offering .. it not only offered enjoyment, but I was able to buy it with one of my coupons.

This game was great, no hidden objects to have to plow through, was purely based on the gamer being able to work out what needs to be found and used, yahoo! I have often said, HOP segments are put there as an excuse to find an object that needs to be used ... well, not with this game!

Every step you take you need to find a reason why, an object to use and whilst not overly hard, tackled the mind! And to boot, not a game where you finally had to go back lots and lots of scenes whereby you had forgotten even that something had to be done as it was so long ago, in other words, too much tooing and froing!

This game is challenging, enjoyable, only about 5 scenes of going backwards and forwards in each segment, but still makes sense! No stupid HOP moments (Elephant, Eepix, etc. take note!) to go through, just a wonderful, smooth, intelligent, and adventurous game! A true adventure game but unlike others, no hours of listening to dialogue either!

This game also was of a good length, unlike some of the well known games which seem to be getting shorter but still cost, has a storyline and a fun, challenging factor for those who like their games without a million hidden object moments. To be fair though, these are becoming a little different, a bit more amusing, but for some reason, still necessary!

Why then can a game like this come out, be challenging, interesting, fun, absorbing, with not a single HOP? Perhaps methinks easier to do this to find a required object, eh?

To all who read first and see if they would buy a game, I highly recommend this if your genre is a bit of challenge, a fun game with hard but not too hard puzzles, and with a bit of patience and perseverance, can be solved, no HOPS, a good storyline, cheap and even free with a coupon, then definitely get it! Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Excellent SE Game

PostedAugust 2, 2015

jcsgame

fromGreen Valley, AZ

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Adventure, Large File, Mahjong, Card & Board

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This is NOT a HOS game, It is an Adventure Game, but not an extremely difficult one.

The HINT setup in this game is very good and will aid you through the game, if you need it.

Give this game a try, you might enjoy it. The graphics are very clear. Even through there aren't any voices, the game is still interesting and moves along well.

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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RELAXING, NATURE-FILLED GAME. MOUNTAIN STREWN DESERT AND CAVES** *******NO HOPS*********

PostedAugust 5, 2016

SparkleGlow100

fromMichigan, USA

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Puzzle

Current Favorite:

Warlock: The Curse of the Shaman

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Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

You are out West. WAY OUT WEST. Traverse desert, mountains and rock formations. You can almost feel the dry heat beating down on you. Then continue on to underground caverns. Many water scenes feature too. GREAT SCENES OF THE NATURAL WORLD; you start off indoors, but that doesn’t last long. The 3 screenshots chosen to highlight the game really don’t do the game justice. The video gives you a ...Show more

You are out West. WAY OUT WEST. Traverse desert, mountains and rock formations. You can almost feel the dry heat beating down on you. Then continue on to underground caverns. Many water scenes feature too. GREAT SCENES OF THE NATURAL WORLD; you start off indoors, but that doesn’t last long. The 3 screenshots chosen to highlight the game really don’t do the game justice. The video gives you a better idea. Even then, that makes it seem more like a crazy, action-packed game, and it really isn’t.
Took me somewhere between 2.5 to 3.0 hours to complete in one evening. However, I skipped a lot of the puzzles.
GRAPHICS: WONDERFUL: SHARP, DETAILED, PERSPECTIVES ARE RIGHT. Metal looks like metal, rock looks like rock. The metal is worn and peeling and rusty in places. Realistic with natural colors. It doesn’t matter to me how it is achieved, it looks fantastic! FILLS THE WHOLE SCREEN.
HOPS: NONE
PUZZLES: Lots, a variety of types and difficulties, with some being very difficult.
SOUNDS: 3 - Music is ok and has a separate control. I found that if I adjusted volume say for ambient, then mouse-click would also change too. Luckily this didn’t affect music, which I silenced after 10 minutes. Good ambient sounds.
HINT: 20 seconds to recharge on casual and the Hint will lead and guide you. Note there are no glimmers/sparkles even on Casual, but the cursor does change shape when there is an item of interest.
DIFFICULTY LEVELS: 3 not interchangeable.
MAP: TRAVEL and has useful indicators.
INVENTORY: Lockable
JOURNAL: YES
CHARACTERS: Infrequent interaction, since you are in the middle of nowhere. However, you do come across the local inhabitants/mountain tribe and you have to gain their confidence by passing their tests. NO voice-overs, you read.

So glad this was on the $2.99 daily offer! Who knows when I might have found it otherwise! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Adventure with no HOS. A hidden gem in its own right!

PostedJanuary 1, 2018

smilingsun72

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Puzzle

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Complete: This is a great game to keep one busy for a few hours. It has an interesting story and great graphics. There are a variety of mini games and no HOS. There isn't any voice acting so the text has to be read. The map allows for quick travel and shows places of interest. The music score is perfect for the games theme.

I really liked this game. It was not fancy by today's BF standards but ...Show more

Complete: This is a great game to keep one busy for a few hours. It has an interesting story and great graphics. There are a variety of mini games and no HOS. There isn't any voice acting so the text has to be read. The map allows for quick travel and shows places of interest. The music score is perfect for the games theme.

I really liked this game. It was not fancy by today's BF standards but that didn't bother me. I liked that the story was not dark and gloomy. And there wasn't any creepy moments. Though it's the good guy getting the bad guy there wasn't anything magical. Just good old follow the clues, pick up items, and solve puzzles along the way...kind of like the early 1920+ era I believe this story is set in. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Wow! Sacred Almanac is an Awesome SE Adventure !!!

PostedAugust 14, 2015

skullfun

fromTennessee

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Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Adventure

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Lost Lands: The Four Horsemen Collector's Edition

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

A powerful explosion thundered in one of tunnels during the laying of a new continental railway line. The only victim of this tragedy is the chief engineer Jonathan Finch, whose body cannot be found. Jonathan’s previous report testified to the increased seismic activity, but a few weeks ago his conclusion had the absolute opposite meaning. The railway company is forced to stop construction and ...Show more

A powerful explosion thundered in one of tunnels during the laying of a new continental railway line. The only victim of this tragedy is the chief engineer Jonathan Finch, whose body cannot be found. Jonathan’s previous report testified to the increased seismic activity, but a few weeks ago his conclusion had the absolute opposite meaning. The railway company is forced to stop construction and launch an investigation. The head of the company sends a film recording the tragic incident to one of his friends, the retired military officer Richard Stone. One of the disturbing shots of the film rivets Richard's attention, a stone monument, the origin of which becomes a riddle for (you) the hero. Having settled down in the train carriage, Richard doesn't begin to suspect that the railway would lead him to an ancient civilization, in which he will occupy the place of honor, as the defender who stopped the greed and betrayal. This SE adventure does NOT include hidden object scenes. Dialogue is given but no voice overs. The music is a bit repetitive and you might want to skip the slow paced dialogue if you wish. The map is very helpful in leading you what to do next, but be mindful of every move or you may have to begin the game all over again. I loved the game and recommend it to anyone and everyone. It deserves more than a 3 star rating... Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Sacred Almanac: Traces of Greed

PostedJuly 27, 2015

andrewhow53

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I enjoyed playing this game and sometimes they say big is better in this case it is despite not having a dialogue spoken

I recommend this game!

+5points

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Great Graphics..............Fun to play.

PostedAugust 5, 2016

anca13

fromABQ, NM

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object

Current Favorite:

Mysterium™: Lake Bliss

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

After downloaded the trial, I played for 30 min. and decided to buy immediately.(of course the price today was great) The map is very handy. After finding items (without HOP) they made definite sense.

I play always without music so I cannot weigh that. However, I love the graphics and the story is smooth.

I think it a relaxing game.

Definitely a buy today .!!

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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PostedAugust 11, 2016

Robcol

fromVictoria, BC

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

More like this please, this was great, very entertaining, challenging, I loved it.

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

4 / 5

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A Very Brief Encounter ...

PostedJuly 26, 2015

OzGuy

fromAustralia

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Adventure, Large File

Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

Good Graphics & Story, Sound OK, Minimal Effects & Animations ...

A Visually Pleasing Game With A Fast Pace Of Smooth Game Play ...

A Very Short Game ... Was Worth A Voucher ...

I recommend this game!

+46points

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Overall rating

4 / 5

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Argh....Nearly there with a perfect game!

PostedJuly 26, 2015

tatajojo

fromLondon, UK

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Time Management, Adventure, Match 3, Large File, Strategy, Word, Brain Teaser

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Based only on the demo: that game screams quality and has that atmospheric feeling of "Raiders of the lost Ark"

1) Why this game deserves 4 stars
- Fantastic graphics, novel, crisp, attention to details, easy navigation, I do not play with the sound on so I cannot comment on that part.
-Great storyline, you really want to see that adventure through, it hooks you from the start and I really ...Show more

Based only on the demo: that game screams quality and has that atmospheric feeling of "Raiders of the lost Ark"

1) Why this game deserves 4 stars
- Fantastic graphics, novel, crisp, attention to details, easy navigation, I do not play with the sound on so I cannot comment on that part.
-Great storyline, you really want to see that adventure through, it hooks you from the start and I really enjoyed playing the demo

2) Why I couldn't give it a 5 stars rate
- I am playing in the most difficult mode and don't get challenged by the mini-games or the tasks of the general game itself, the level of difficulty is for beginners or intermedaite at the most...such a shame!

With what has been said above I had the sneaky suspicion that purchasing that game would make me just sail through it in a few hours, unfortunately that suspicion has been confirmed by another review.

I would recommend that game for beginners or low intermediate only. Show less

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