Sable Maze: Soul Catcher > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

Overall rating

5 / 5

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We Have Arrived Hope You Survive!

PostedJanuary 29, 2016

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Phantasmat Collector's Edition

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

It's been 20 years since young Darren vanished from Sullivan River Summer Camp and Darren has been trying to reach out to his brother Aaron through his dreams. Aaron must return to Sullivan's River and enter the Maze to the underworld to help his brother, but someone doesn't want him there and the spirits are restless. The only way out of the Maze is through the gate in the Tree of Life, found at ...Show more

It's been 20 years since young Darren vanished from Sullivan River Summer Camp and Darren has been trying to reach out to his brother Aaron through his dreams. Aaron must return to Sullivan's River and enter the Maze to the underworld to help his brother, but someone doesn't want him there and the spirits are restless. The only way out of the Maze is through the gate in the Tree of Life, found at the center of the Maze, but, can Aaron make it through the maze alive, or will he join his brother in the underworld for the rest of eternity?

It seems like Sable Maze is getting creepier with each new release, but none of them seem to compare with the original.....until now! This game has some of the most clever Puzzles I've ever seen. Let's face it, the mini games can either make or break the game, and this one should earn an award for creativity! The Collector's Edition has Morphing Jigsaw pieces, one in each scene, to collect and assemble to create 4 different Screensavers, as well as the usual Achievements to earn, and 10 Collectible Character Figures located throughout the game. Many of the inventory items have Plus Signs indicating some type of interaction is required before using the item, some of which have puzzles to tinker with as well.

The Hidden Object Scenes are just average, one of which is repeated in the same scene which really bothers me every time. There are only a few available in the demo itself, the first requires you to find 5 alike items on the left of the bar, and 5 different items on the right. When all 10 items have been found they will unlock two separate list columns. The next HOP is a progressive interactive list find followed by finding several Fragments in the same scene.You can opt to play a Match 3 game instead of the HOP's.

The Mini Games are either new or have a whole new twist on an older version, they are refreshing and entertaining, by far some of the best puzzles I can remember playing in a long time. Below are brief descriptions of some of the Mini Games you will encounter during the demo:

1) Restore the image by rotating the tiles but one tile affects other tiles.
2) Restore the map by choosing one of the three tiles on the left that fit into the next puzzle space and then choosing what column it belongs in.
3) Rotate the 3D image until it comes into focus then place the pieces correctly.
4) Slide the tokens into the slots matching the same color as the outlines.
5) Swap the skulls to complete the design behind them.
6) Raise all tiles to illuminate all tiles, one affects others.
7) Repair a net using thread of three different lengths.
8) Remove roses by jumping one another until only one remains.
9) Drag the Chain lock through a maze landing on buttons to open various gates blocking the paths.
10) Complete the center medallion by maneuvering the four jeweled tokens.

The Collector's Edition has 15 Developer's Diary pictures, 11 Concept Art pictures, 8 Wallpapers, 10 Collectible Character Figures, 6 Match 3 levels, 6 Music Soundtracks, 37 Achievements, Collectible Morphing Puzzle pieces which will create 4 different Screensavers, a built in Strategy Guide and a Bonus Chapter, enjoy Show less

I recommend this game!

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Excellent visuals, a little bit short

PostedFebruary 2, 2016

Aliana_4711

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Mystery Case Files: Ravenhearst Unlocked

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

My rating is based on completion of SE and fulfillment of most of my personal requirements.

- Story: I like fantasies, thus the story was fine for me. You are going to rescue your brother. On the way, you’re helping several lost souls. Unfortunately, you can’t leave the maze with your brother at the end. That was unusually.
- Difficulty to be customized. You can choose: tutorial, map marks, ...Show more

My rating is based on completion of SE and fulfillment of most of my personal requirements.

- Story: I like fantasies, thus the story was fine for me. You are going to rescue your brother. On the way, you’re helping several lost souls. Unfortunately, you can’t leave the maze with your brother at the end. That was unusually.
- Difficulty to be customized. You can choose: tutorial, map marks, glitter, contextual pointer or plus-item, hint/skip recharges. Unfortunately, you can’t exclude helping texts.
- Excellent visuals: very colorful and detailed.
- A lot of locations. They are parted, most of the time you have something about 5-6 locations accessible.
- Very well animated.
- Good voice over, matching the characters. Sometimes it is not totally synchronized.
- Tools: An interactive map. Actually not necessary, there are not too many locations (s.a). With a little back and forth it is playable.
- Nice HO’s: They were pretty good and lucid.
- You can switch to match 3.
- Lots of different mini games: Several were challenging.
- Challenge: The tasks were logical. The helping texts were several times necessary. Usually I prefer playing w/o them, but it was not too bad having them. Altogether it was quite interesting.

Minor dislikes:
- Length: it could have been a little bit longer, I needed well below 4 hours.
- End: too abrupt.

Despite these small dislikes, I gave 5 stars because of styling, graphics, voices, mini games and challenge. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Smooth game

PostedFebruary 1, 2016

bessiegirl

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Time Management, Adventure, Match 3

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

Although somewhat short, or maybe just normal for a SE I totally enjoyed this game. Very smooth gameplay with an options setting so you can set the hint/skip to refresh real quickly which is always a plus in my book.

HOS were easy and interactive which made the game flow along well. Some puzzles I found difficult and not clear while others were very easy. I skipped the ones I didn't want to deal ...Show more

Although somewhat short, or maybe just normal for a SE I totally enjoyed this game. Very smooth gameplay with an options setting so you can set the hint/skip to refresh real quickly which is always a plus in my book.

HOS were easy and interactive which made the game flow along well. Some puzzles I found difficult and not clear while others were very easy. I skipped the ones I didn't want to deal with...another plus for the fast skip setting.

Story different but the ending came a bit quickly and not like one would expect; I had hoped for a happier one.

Color, animations, voice-overs..it was all excellent as well as the transporter map was extremely helpful. I suspect the story may have been fleshed out a bit more in a CE or perhaps it is being set up for a sequel...one never knows. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Will You Finally Find Your Brother?

PostedJanuary 29, 2016

biscuitsmama

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Skill Level:Expert

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Our story begins with a revisit to Sullivan’s River where twenty years ago where several people vanished including your brother Darren who has been coming to you in your dreams. Your brother’s body was never found so what is he trying to tell you? Maybe this visit Sullivan River and the creation of a memorial might just be the thing to put your mind at ease. As you are preparing the memorial to ...Show more

Our story begins with a revisit to Sullivan’s River where twenty years ago where several people vanished including your brother Darren who has been coming to you in your dreams. Your brother’s body was never found so what is he trying to tell you? Maybe this visit Sullivan River and the creation of a memorial might just be the thing to put your mind at ease. As you are preparing the memorial to your brother and the others who are missing you are suddenly whisked away to another reality and this is where the search for Darren really heats up.

The game does offer a custom mode so if you like to set up your hint and skip times here’s your chance. The voiceovers are good but lip sync is a bit odd and sometimes is shown in close-up circles while there is no lip movement in the larger screen and at other times there is lip-sync without the close-up, which makes it seem rather hit or miss. It is not a big thing in the scheme of the game but it points out a lack of attention to detail.

Your tools include an interactive map that is found early in the game. To access your map you will click on the tablet in the lower left section of your screen. The other tool is a rune sign that wards off evil spirits but, beware, you must complete a mini-game before it can be used. The mini-game is not one of my favorites and I am sure those evil spirits would have devoured me before I ever managed to charge the rune if this was real life and not a game.

The HOPS are interactive and multi-tiered meaning that in many of them we must first find so many of two types of items to open the scene. Even though the list of items to find in some of the HOPS, they were a bit challenging at times. If the game has a strong point, it is the puzzles. There are far more puzzles than there are HOPS and although some of them are easy many seemed more difficult. I particularly disliked the rune activating puzzle because I often find that type of puzzle frustrating.

There is not much to say about the CE content because it is fairly standard and you either like the CEs or you don’t. For those of you who want to know there are collectibles and morphing objects.

In Soul Catcher we are AGAIN dealing with an evil being who steals souls and I am becoming so bored with this overworked theme. Can’t anyone come up with something new? I keep thinking, and I must be wrong, that game developers are very creative but obviously they only know how to do one thing repetitively. Although we are revisiting Sullivan River, Soul Catcher is more of a fantasy type game with lots of color rather than the decaying camp setting of the original game. Even though I am tired of the storyline theme, I do like many of the puzzles, and overall found the game playable and entertaining. It was easier in Soul Catcher to figure out where to go and what to do because of the interactive map but I found the puzzles a bit more difficult. My plea to game devs is that with the start of a new year, perhaps they can close the book on this rehashed storyline and come up with something refreshing. I am still going to give the game high marks for graphics and gameplay because I am sure that there are many of you who will be over the moon with the game. As for me, it wasn’t exactly what I was looking for but there is always next year. As always, I recommend that you try the demo to see if Soul Catcher is a game you will enjoy. Show less

I recommend this game!

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returning to sdullivan river to find your brother

PostedMarch 20, 2016

denniann2

fromharrisonburg, virginia

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

there is a custom level and interactive map. you have returned to sullivan river 20 years after your brother's disappearance. he has been coming to you in your dreams. you and your friends are at the memorial for the missing children and you and your friends are trying to update it. next thing you know you are transported to another world where you have a masked person trying to help you get back ...Show more

there is a custom level and interactive map. you have returned to sullivan river 20 years after your brother's disappearance. he has been coming to you in your dreams. you and your friends are at the memorial for the missing children and you and your friends are trying to update it. next thing you know you are transported to another world where you have a masked person trying to help you get back to where you came from. alistair is the enemy and you need to get rid of him. i really can't say too much more without giving away an important item in the game. sequel.....oh i believe so. it has been set up; that way. Show less

I recommend this game!

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LOVED IT but wished it were longer...

PostedMarch 15, 2019

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I just had to take a moment to say how much I enjoyed this game, however, it was a bit short. I love a game that has a great story line and this game didn't disappoint. I only used Hints twice and he game followed a logical progression. I recommend that you get the Collector's Edition because that will give you a few more things to do. My only wish for this game's sequel is to make it more ...Show more

I just had to take a moment to say how much I enjoyed this game, however, it was a bit short. I love a game that has a great story line and this game didn't disappoint. I only used Hints twice and he game followed a logical progression. I recommend that you get the Collector's Edition because that will give you a few more things to do. My only wish for this game's sequel is to make it more challenging and longer game play. I hope the sequel comes soon because I will buy the Collector's Edition! I hope you have a great time playing this game and that you have a wonderful day! ;-) Show less

I recommend this game!

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Another great Sable Maze game.

PostedFebruary 4, 2017

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Sable Maze: Soul Catcher

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I love the Sable Maze series. They are suspenseful, fast paced and not boring. The HOs are fun and the additional puzzles keep you on your feet.
As usual, the quality is great and the story is easy to follow and doesn't jump all over the place. Another good thing, you don't have to find a thousand different shapes to open something.
I highly recommend this for the true HO lover and the Sable ...Show more

I love the Sable Maze series. They are suspenseful, fast paced and not boring. The HOs are fun and the additional puzzles keep you on your feet.
As usual, the quality is great and the story is easy to follow and doesn't jump all over the place. Another good thing, you don't have to find a thousand different shapes to open something.
I highly recommend this for the true HO lover and the Sable Maze fan. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Thank you for this game

PostedJanuary 30, 2016

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I love all hidden games

Thank you so much Big Fish Games

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4 / 5

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Sable Maze 5 Soul Catcher may not Catch everyone's interest...

PostedJanuary 29, 2016

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Sable Maze: Forbidden Garden Collector's Edition

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Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

Daily Magic returns with another edition to the Sable Maze Franchise which obviously shows a fan base for this series. So, we are searching for our brother, who by this time must be an adult, unless there is some mysterious time warp in the maze. I didn't like the story, it's been done before. Some of the reviews from the CE calls the theme "overworked," which it is. The graphics were more of the ...Show more

Daily Magic returns with another edition to the Sable Maze Franchise which obviously shows a fan base for this series. So, we are searching for our brother, who by this time must be an adult, unless there is some mysterious time warp in the maze. I didn't like the story, it's been done before. Some of the reviews from the CE calls the theme "overworked," which it is. The graphics were more of the same. The puzzles and HOS too were pretty ordinary. The collectible puzzle pieces were gigantic. Then there are those 37 ridiculous achievements. Get one for telling your friend you'd help her clean up the memorial. Get one for talking to just about anyone. Get one for plain playing the game. The congratulatory notices pop-up constantly. There is even an achievement skipping puzzles! Some will never, ever, buy a game where you need to skip to win. Or play more than once to get all the achievements, since I expect there is one for not skipping. I am sure that fans of this series will find this game interesting and fun to play. It's just difficult not to compare this edition to the previous ones if you have played all of them. The first time I used the rune on the hand I found it very difficult. The second time I found it a little easier since I caught on how to manipulate the pieces. I thought you had to turn the whole piece but there were actually 2 or 3 pieces you had to turn and place until the whole thing came together. The navigation of this point and click adventure is effortless and the voice over lip sync is great. I recommend playing the demo, the SE is definitely worth a game credit. If you are concerned about challenges with new releases, I urge gamers to review posts in the tech issues in the appropriate BF forum - you never know. Nowadays every second game can be potentially glitchy. Enjoy! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

4 / 5

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An enjoyable HO mystery adventure to find lost brother

PostedFebruary 4, 2017

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3

Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

This game goes by pretty quickly, primarily because most tasks are intuitive or logical. I was able to proceed without any Hints and didn't skip a single puzzle.

The storyline is easy to follow and draws you into the mystery. The title of of the game is apropos for the plot and becomes apparent upon completion of the game.

You travel to the underworld, but not a spooky game. Lots of special ...Show more

This game goes by pretty quickly, primarily because most tasks are intuitive or logical. I was able to proceed without any Hints and didn't skip a single puzzle.

The storyline is easy to follow and draws you into the mystery. The title of of the game is apropos for the plot and becomes apparent upon completion of the game.

You travel to the underworld, but not a spooky game. Lots of special effects. Good animation.

Ratio of HOS to puzzles is 1:1. At least half of the objects to find in HO require interaction with another item to find.

I didn't find the puzzles too hard, but some took many tries before reaching the answer.

Overall, a straightforward mystery/adventure game that most Fishies will enjoy. Show less

I recommend this game!

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