Hero of the Kingdom: The Lost Tales 1 > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

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5 / 5

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IT'S A GOOD THING YOU GUYS CAN'T SEE ME DOING MY HAPPY DANCE THIS MORNING

PostedJuly 22, 2020

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Skill Level:Expert

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I agree with my fellow reviewer, Hero of the Kingdom is like visiting an old and dear friend, it's familiar but it's that familiarity that makes you feel at home. There is no other game quite like this one, the game mechanics are so unique and so addicting, this developer truly has a gift, yet most of us never stop and think about all the hard work that goes into making a game. When you play this ...Show more

I agree with my fellow reviewer, Hero of the Kingdom is like visiting an old and dear friend, it's familiar but it's that familiarity that makes you feel at home. There is no other game quite like this one, the game mechanics are so unique and so addicting, this developer truly has a gift, yet most of us never stop and think about all the hard work that goes into making a game. When you play this game, stop and admire the beauty of the graphics, think about the view or angle of the camera (you are looking down on the village) look at the critters, even the tiny bunnies are incredibly detailed. Now think about how much thought had to go into the dialog, the inventory that was needed, the inventory that would be needed several scenes down the road, what characters would need to be introduced, would those characters be era-appropriate? Think about how the developer had to tie things together (the tasks we have to put together!) there was a huge amount of work that went into making this village filled with tiny little people!

You are an Adventurer, a Wanderer who lives off the land and earns his keep by doing odd jobs and favors for local villagers along the way. You will click on various villagers that have exclamation points above them to receive tasks, completing those tasks will earn you Hero points as well as various foods and supplies. A villager may need help finding items such as ingredients, medical supplies, or even lost items. When you have all supplies or ingredients to complete a task, a green checkmark or exclamation point will appear. To find these items you may have to search all available scenes for the necessary items and you may have to Barter with the locals to exchange items you have for items you need. There are also hidden crates and barrels that you can click on to receive random supplies, and helping people often rewards you with a tool that is required to complete another task.

Just like in reality, you need to sleep and eat, so you'll need to return to your Camp often to sleep and refresh your Heart score with +10 Hearts (almost instantly) but this requires firewood to make a campfire first. There is also a Backpack Icon located on the bottom left that shows your inventory. The Map icon is in the top left corner which is a feature I don't remember the last game having, the tutorial says you have to go to the map to draw the new locations (automatic) but I found that they were added whether you used the icon or not. You can earn 26 different Achievements as well and have the ability to create several different profiles.

There are staple Characters that you will continue to buy and trade supplies from such as the Master Woodcutter for firewood and lumber, the Farmer and his wife who have odd jobs and a place to cook meals or make antidotes or food, and a local Healer who sells various herbs, flowers, antidotes, and key ingredients needed for several of the main quests (reading the tasks for each quest is the key!)

So basically, you will need to strategically figure out what items are required to complete a specific task, who to help first to hone specific skills, decide which villager has the necessary items to buy to complete which tasks, when to complete quests, when to sleep, and when to eat, and you have to decide which order to do them in as well. If you don't have food for yourself because you have used your money to exchange for the wrong items at the wrong time, you won't be able to earn health hearts that are required to continue.

New supplies become available when new areas open up, but not before you clear paths from hornets and other disasters that strike, so you must manage your tasks and supplies wisely.

HERO OF THE KINGDOM SERIES LIST
Title***Release Date***Average Rating

1-Hero of the Kingdom I (December 20-2012) 4.2
2-Hero of the Kingdom II (March 16-2015) 4.5
3-Hero of the Kingdom III (March 4-2019) 4.7
4-Hero of the Kingdom: The Lost Tales 1 (July 22-2020) n/a

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I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

93 of 101 found this review helpful

Same game..new story..but OH SO GOOD!

PostedJuly 22, 2020

Joybelle_2

fromAustralia

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Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Match 3, Strategy, Time Management, Word

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

It doesn't seem like much has changed in the gameplay here from previous adventures, and that's just how I like it for once! Its like visiting an old friend.

You are on your usual wanderings fulfilling tasks for the folk you meet along the way, figuring out how on earth to get the tools and money you need to move on, hidden treasures to spot, foraging, learning skills, (like fishing and ...Show more

It doesn't seem like much has changed in the gameplay here from previous adventures, and that's just how I like it for once! Its like visiting an old friend.

You are on your usual wanderings fulfilling tasks for the folk you meet along the way, figuring out how on earth to get the tools and money you need to move on, hidden treasures to spot, foraging, learning skills, (like fishing and carpentry etc)..defeating bugs and hunting..and oh yes a lot of sleeping to get enough hearts which is the main currency of most tasks lol.

I have only done the demo time so far, but its an instant buy for me. I cannot think of a more relaxing, fun way to waste my time while I wander around a fabulous land. There is the jump map and inventory easily at hand and the gameplay is very smooth. The areas open up quite quickly in this one and you soon have lots of places to visit and figure out your resource puzzles. There is the usual dialogue to read to understand what is required but it never seems annoying in this game. Its more like giving you your goals.

I have loved all this series, and this one seems like another beauty. There seems to be a dragon involved..but that may be part of the mystery..do they exist?..no one has actually seen it yet. Hmmm. Enjoy a fabulous adventure! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Only 5 star I give out

PostedJuly 23, 2020

dollfaye

fromIndiana, USA

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Brain Teaser, Hidden Object, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

I've been a member here for 20 years, yet, this is the only game series I've deemed fit for a full 5 stars. Yes, it could have been longer and it could have added a few more new features, but I'm grading it on the fact that it's so refreshingly different than the usual genre here. You don't have to have the reflexes of a Jedi to play but you do have to use your brain cells. I wish more developers ...Show more

I've been a member here for 20 years, yet, this is the only game series I've deemed fit for a full 5 stars. Yes, it could have been longer and it could have added a few more new features, but I'm grading it on the fact that it's so refreshingly different than the usual genre here. You don't have to have the reflexes of a Jedi to play but you do have to use your brain cells. I wish more developers would jump onto this wagon. The entire series has been completely bug-free for me and that's saying something. Show less

I recommend this game!

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The 4th in this wonderful series

PostedJuly 22, 2020

Cyril48

fromNew Zealand

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management, Word

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I have all these games and they are a sort of mix of RPG and hidden object where locals give you tasks to complete for rewards, sometimes gold , sometimes goods and sometimes just experience.

If you have played these games before you will be used to how it works. If not locals will give you tasks to complete, objects to find etc in order to progress

There are some differences in this game ...Show more

I have all these games and they are a sort of mix of RPG and hidden object where locals give you tasks to complete for rewards, sometimes gold , sometimes goods and sometimes just experience.

If you have played these games before you will be used to how it works. If not locals will give you tasks to complete, objects to find etc in order to progress

There are some differences in this game that seem to make this game a bit more easier. You no longer need to buy baskets when collecting fruit and herbs etc, you just lose some of your heart strength which you can recuperate by resting or eating food.
The cooking of the food is easier this time and there is the added feature of a dragon ,

Apart from that it is very alike the previous games but I found it very enjoyable..
One thing I found in this game different to the other games is that deers, rabbits etc wander around virtually from the word go yet you have to earn the skill of archery or fishing etc before you can get them.

This game is shorter and I personally found most items a lot easier to find.
I remember in the previous game spending a lot of time finding rings/handkerchiefs etc in order to progress in the game.

I still like this game very much and very glad it came out however for me it is not so challenging but it is a SE and not a CE so no extra to pay for a very good game.

It is important though to try the demo and see how you get on with it as if you have not played this series before it takes a bit of getting used to. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Finally!

PostedJuly 23, 2020

Nocturne

fromSan Francisco, CA

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Strategy, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I confess I got tired of waiting for BFG to come out with this game so I bought it back in April from another game site (cheap) and played it 3 times, getting worse each time. I never learn, just make new mistakes. The game is along the same lines as the first 3, nice old timey houses and roads, animals to hunt, fish to catch. They've improved the ways you can get more heart stamina and wood. But ...Show more

I confess I got tired of waiting for BFG to come out with this game so I bought it back in April from another game site (cheap) and played it 3 times, getting worse each time. I never learn, just make new mistakes. The game is along the same lines as the first 3, nice old timey houses and roads, animals to hunt, fish to catch. They've improved the ways you can get more heart stamina and wood. But animals and berries and things don't renew as in the older games. I did prefer this story as opposed to the damsels in distress, especially that last one with the overblown blonde princess, I did not like her at all. She's gone, replaced by a much more compatible side kick although I think they could have utilized that person a bit more than they did; hope that person continues to be in the next installments, would be nice to see our hero having an ongoing relationship with someone. It is shorter than the previous games but hopefully this is the first installment of several more. I needed to be able to step into this other more natural world during the early weeks of this pandemic since I was stuck inside at home 24/7 so this came along just in time. I have bought the BFG one now too just to have it in my purchase list so it's easy to find. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Instant Buy

PostedJuly 22, 2020

CameoLove

fromWashington

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Strategy, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I was just thinking how we haven't had one of these types of games for a really long time. How pleased I was to see this game offered this morning. Finally a break from the norm. It is just as fun as as the last ones.

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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FINALLY - I love this game series!!!

PostedJuly 23, 2020

dactulwench1

fromTexas, USA

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Large File, Strategy, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Been waiting a long time for a new release in this series. Instant buy for me. This is one of the best games out there IMO!! Could play it for hours....and wish it never ended.

This is a relaxing adventure/strategy game, with only one click needed for most actions, as opposed to other games where you are constantly clicking and on a time limit. You can play this game at your own pace and save ...Show more

Been waiting a long time for a new release in this series. Instant buy for me. This is one of the best games out there IMO!! Could play it for hours....and wish it never ended.

This is a relaxing adventure/strategy game, with only one click needed for most actions, as opposed to other games where you are constantly clicking and on a time limit. You can play this game at your own pace and save at any point. You have to forage, hunt, farm, fish, and/or purchase goods to make other goods or sell the items for gold. Different people in the villages give you missions to complete. There is always a good story line, and I absolutely love the visuals.

Only complaint is that it wasn't as long as previous versions and the items didn't respawn like they usually do, but that wasn't much of an issue since the game was so short. Also, seemed like it was a bit harder to accumulate gold...at least up until you're able to hunt. Still an excellent game and well worth the money/credit. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Great Fun!

PostedJuly 22, 2020

Riquette

fromLas Vegas, NV

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Time Management

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This is the first time I have played this series, and I found it great fun! I usually play TM games but saw the reviews for this game and decided to give it a try. So glad I did. It was challenging, fun and kept my interest throughout. I highly recommend this game. Will try the other Hero of the Kingdom games now. Thanks for the change of pace and fun!

I recommend this game!

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Too Short...Please make more of these!!!

PostedJuly 23, 2020

thiablue

fromTX, USA

Skill Level:Expert

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I've been waiting so long for another in this series. I just wish the game had been longer. Weeks go by without true adventure games. I'll probably play again.

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Love my hero

PostedJuly 22, 2020

lineas

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Strategy, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

After centuries of waiting - so it seems - today was the the day: My hero came back. Played the demo, then the rest of the game and I was very pleased. I had no time for cooking, so my dinner was icecream. You might not feel the same about my hero, but he fullfils my dream of THE GAME.

I recommend this game!

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