Vermillion Watch: Fleshbound > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

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5 / 5

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The Foggy Streets Of London May Never Be The Same

PostedJanuary 29, 2017

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Last night, a very talented thief stole a valuable item from the Mr. Singh's vault. The missing item is a rare meteor fragment worth more than it's weight in diamonds, but Phileas Fogg believes the motive is not just about the items value. Just when you thought the Red Queen would no longer be a problem, she rears her ugly crown once more to keep the Vermillion Watch on their toes! Move over ...Show more

Last night, a very talented thief stole a valuable item from the Mr. Singh's vault. The missing item is a rare meteor fragment worth more than it's weight in diamonds, but Phileas Fogg believes the motive is not just about the items value. Just when you thought the Red Queen would no longer be a problem, she rears her ugly crown once more to keep the Vermillion Watch on their toes! Move over Sherlock Holmes, there's a new detective on the scene, the likes of which the streets of London have never seen! (prolly cause of the split pea soup fog) Young Hawkes has assumed the role of her dearly departed Grandfather, Ernest Hawkes, but this latest criminal has proven to be quite a challenge. Dubbed the "Gentleman Thief" this criminal may be sophisticated , but mostly, he's one tough thief to keep up with!

I'm really liking what I'm seeing from this new series. The Vermillion Watch is mirrored after the Sherlock Holmes mysteries that take place in the famous streets of London in the early 1900's. The graphics do a fantastic job keeping in tune to the period, the clothing, the fog, the stagecoaches, the lamps along the streets, even the character's accents will make you feel like you're there. I especially love the feature that allows you to choose which area you want to investigate first, in this edition you have three different locations to investigate, the haunted Graveyard, Bridgetown, and the local College. Many of the scenes offer Panoramic views, where you can scroll further to the left or right in an attempt to make the player feel like they are actually there. In the Collector's Edition version you can earn the usual Achievements, and there are 41 Hidden Lightning Bolts to collect.

The Hidden Object Scenes are well done, again the devs have done a nice job of keeping the items true to the period of time. Don't forgot to look for the Morphing Object in each scene. There are Keywords in a story finds, Combination finds where you find an item that is described by 2 Silhouetted Shapes when combined, and even smaller Zoom Zone HOP's. I enjoyed the Hidden Object Scene that required you to find multiples of items that represented Rage, Greed and Cold.

The Mini Games are very doable, most are of good length and entertaining. Below are brief descriptions of some of the games you'll encounter during the demo:

1) Find and select the differences between the pictures on playing cards, ignoring the suit features themselves.

2) Watch the thugs moves, then select your arms in the correct order to block his punches.

3) Select the ball when it reaches the rectangle to fight off the violinist.

4) Connect the triangles on either side of the cryptex with a continuous line by rotating sections. Then find the exact area that matches the picture clue. Repeat 3 different times.

5) Select the arrows to find the figures from the poster, on the stage to reveal a code.

6) Open all of the man's fingers, selecting one finger may affect other's.

The Collector's Edition has 15 Morphing Objects within the HOP's, 9 Concept Art pictures, p Dev pictures, 9 Wallpapers, 11 Music Soundtracks, 14 Videos, a Souvenir Room, 18 Achievements to earn, 15 replayable Hidden Object Scenes, 20 replayable Mini Games, Collectible Characters, a built in Strategy Guide and a Bonus Adventure, enjoy! Show less

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~~Eipix's sequel to Vermillion Watch Moorgate Accord is destined for fan favorite~~

PostedJanuary 29, 2017

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fromTennessee

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Skill Level:Expert

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Crime never sleeps, and neither does the Vermillion Watch! Just a day after you put Irene Adler behind bars, another criminal commits a robbery and the chase is on. Soon, what seemed like a relatively straightforward case reveals a tangled web of villains with horrifying intentions. But a member of the Watch is never alone. Phileas Fogg and Rufus await your return, ready to lend a hand, and you ...Show more

Crime never sleeps, and neither does the Vermillion Watch! Just a day after you put Irene Adler behind bars, another criminal commits a robbery and the chase is on. Soon, what seemed like a relatively straightforward case reveals a tangled web of villains with horrifying intentions. But a member of the Watch is never alone. Phileas Fogg and Rufus await your return, ready to lend a hand, and you might get the chance to revisit some familiar faces from your last mission. You will need all the help you can get as you pry ever deeper into the terrible plot looming over London. Vermillion Watch: Fleshbound SE and the Collector's Edition is a brilliant hidden object adventure that takes you to the streets of London. A master thief has stolen a valuable item from the Watch and your job is to find out who the culprit is. The game brings forward a huge variety of mini games that are simply genius and will never let you get BORED. The game features a relaxed game mode, although you do get to unlock certain achievements for completing a puzzle as fast as you can. You will get all the time in the world to search for clues and to use your intellect to solve the exciting puzzles in this edition of the series. It took more than 4 hours for me to complete this awesome adventure. There are a huge variety of mini games in Vermillion Watch: Fleshbound which will never let you become bored. Vermillion Watch: Fleshbound is probably one of the most mature HOPA games I have seen as of late. Not only is the storyline intriguing and complex, elements of thriller and hints of suspense are definitely plenty. However, as much as I enjoyed the plot, it is totally understandable that some might find it chaotic due to the numerous characters and the complex storytelling style of the game. Eipix did a fantastic job portraying London in the early 1900s. All the locations are stunningly designed so that they are both fascinating to look at and fit with the era of the storyline in the game. You get to find hidden items using word lists, silhouettes or both. The game also features several puzzles that have to be completed using your intellect. These puzzles include rearranging a cryptic pattern, picking a lock to find the contents inside and much more. The game is easy to navigate and all you need is a mouse to play this game. Click to interact with objects in the scene and search for clues. Your goal is to connect the dots and find the way out of every scene in order to proceed to the next. Keep on solving puzzles and finding hidden objects and continue uncovering the truths behind the robbery. When it comes to the graphics of the game, Vermillion Watch: Fleshbound doesn’t disappoint. Enjoy realistically detailed scenes with perfect voice overs of highly detailed characters. Moreover, a brilliant variety of background tunes makes the game even more enjoyable and the game play even more exciting. Find out the mystery thief and bring the stolen valuable item back to the Watch. Thank you Big Fish for innovative new series. Eipix really has hit the mark with this one and I look forward to many more editions of this remarkable series!!! xox Show less

I recommend this game!

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Atmospheric and enjoyable!

PostedFebruary 4, 2017

Sookiewoo

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

I really did like the style of this game, the graphics are good, storyline involving and it tried to bring you in to the setting a little more than the norm'. The characters were typical but fun, puzzles a little different and the whole game highly playable.
I began unsure but thoroughly enjoyed it, well done!

I recommend this game!

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My favorite new series

PostedJanuary 30, 2017

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fromCincinnati, OH

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Vermillion Watch: Fleshbound Collector's Edition

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I rarely buy CE games anymore so had this on my list to buy as a Standard Edition. When this came up for purchase the CE was on sale so purchased it and I’m SO glad I did !! What a fantastic game.. one I didn’t want to stop playing and was happy for that extra hour of gaming in the Bonus chapter.

Thanks, Eipix, for a great new series and proven to me that sometimes the CE is definitely worth ...Show more

I rarely buy CE games anymore so had this on my list to buy as a Standard Edition. When this came up for purchase the CE was on sale so purchased it and I’m SO glad I did !! What a fantastic game.. one I didn’t want to stop playing and was happy for that extra hour of gaming in the Bonus chapter.

Thanks, Eipix, for a great new series and proven to me that sometimes the CE is definitely worth the price. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Like a BBC version drama with a Sherlock Holmes-type feel

PostedFebruary 15, 2017

SparkleGlow100

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

PLUSES - in the first half, the locations and details are gorgeous - like the wonderful, dark, heavy wood of the pub, the hotel room that has ornate carvings around an arch and the bedspread that is brimming with a subdued palette of floral design.
-A game with a nice open feel. You'll go to various indoor habitations, and public places, graveyard, theatre.
-You can hear appropriate sounds ...Show more

PLUSES - in the first half, the locations and details are gorgeous - like the wonderful, dark, heavy wood of the pub, the hotel room that has ornate carvings around an arch and the bedspread that is brimming with a subdued palette of floral design.
-A game with a nice open feel. You'll go to various indoor habitations, and public places, graveyard, theatre.
-You can hear appropriate sounds wherever you go.
- I was glad I could choose "Skip" on the punch 'em up, mini-game!
-The warning is good- so you know what kind of game you're in for. There will be bit of violence, punching, stabbing, but in this case, not copious amounts of blood, gore or disturbing personalities. You might jump once or twice, here and there, just as a startle!
-The voiceovers are superb.
-Thoroughly enjoyable HOPS - 8-10, and a fun mix of puzzles (not easy and will make you think)- all skippable if you're not in the mood.
-Well paced.

MINUSES - The visual details that were apparent in the first half of the game, begin to disappear (perhaps because, by that time, we are supposed to be well and truly absorbed by the plot (Well, luckily I was, until the very end).

-The last 1/4 lost momentum and I was eager for the finale. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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I am loving this series!

PostedJuly 19, 2017

candacemae79

fromKentucky

Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

This is the second in this new series from Eipix. I really love it. Like the previous game (Vermillion Watch: Moorgate Accord), there are unique puzzles and games, an intelligent and interesting storyline, and gorgeous graphics. Spot on for that period in London. I can't wait for the next in the series!

I recommend this game!

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Flippin Awesome

PostedNovember 9, 2019

Kimmycoo

fromVirginia USA

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I love Vermillion Watch games! They are always so unique and long in gameplay! I really liked this one and I loved the time period! Ive played all of the Vermillion Watch games and I highly recommend them all!

I recommend this game!

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Victorian Frankenstein thriller

PostedFebruary 3, 2018

ninja226

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Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Despite the "mature audience " warning, it is PG-13 scariness (when you wander the graveyard).
This game series is great for those familiar with Victorian classics authors such as Edgar Allen Poe, Sherlock Holmes, Jules Verne and Mary Shelley. The names of the characters pay tribute to these authors, as well as the setting that Sherlock Holmes would be comfortable in.
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Despite the "mature audience " warning, it is PG-13 scariness (when you wander the graveyard).
This game series is great for those familiar with Victorian classics authors such as Edgar Allen Poe, Sherlock Holmes, Jules Verne and Mary Shelley. The names of the characters pay tribute to these authors, as well as the setting that Sherlock Holmes would be comfortable in.
The storyline is a bit convoluted but makes for a great ending.
The artwork is superb. Long game play. Puzzles are just the right amount of challenge, but no frustration. HOPs have right balance of interaction and gels with overall progress.
Instead of a straight narrative arc, you are allowed choices about who and where to visit, which is a refreshing change.
A new character is added to the Vermilion Society, and she is a beaut.
This is a worthy game to add to the collection. Show less

I recommend this game!

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4 / 5

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Highly Enjoyable Adventure Hybrid

PostedFebruary 3, 2017

coffeyfan77

fromPhiladelphia, PA

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Skill Level:Expert

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

Fleshbound is the sequel to Moorgate Accord, the first Vermillion Watch game, and though you don't need to have played the first to enjoy it you will likely want to in order to dig deeply into the solid back story presented at the beginning of the game. That's a nice touch, by the way, and I wish more casual games would employ it.

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Fleshbound is the sequel to Moorgate Accord, the first Vermillion Watch game, and though you don't need to have played the first to enjoy it you will likely want to in order to dig deeply into the solid back story presented at the beginning of the game. That's a nice touch, by the way, and I wish more casual games would employ it.

First off, this is not a standard hidden object game, although you will get a few of those scenes and they are well designed with a minimal amount of item interaction. It plays more like an adventure, where you'll navigate various areas in pursuit of the shadowy criminal opposition, fending off goons and sabotaging evil plans along the way. I enjoyed the time sensitive nature of this and thought it moved the game along in a way many don't.

I also really liked the literary aspect of this, as you'll meet more than a few familiar faces of authors and their creations in and around Victorian London. Minigames are rather challenging and original, and the voice acting is top notch. Extra points for making the game more interactive than usual. You get to choose where to go first in your investigation and which member of the Watch will help you decipher the clues you find. Nice touch.

All in all, this is super enjoyable. It does move quickly, as others mentioned, but it's because the game is so exciting and fast paced. Really solid work on this second entry. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

4 / 5

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Vermillion Watch

PostedFebruary 4, 2017

deddu

fromCalifornia USA

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Mahjong, Match 3, Puzzle

Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

In a foggy London you are sent to find out what the Red Queen is doing. I enjoyed the mini-games as I found they were different from the standard ones you find in games. The hidden objects were varied and you picked up something to be used later.

I recommend this game!

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