Storm Tale 2 > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

Overall rating

5 / 5

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A SEQUEL THAT'S BETTER THAN THE ORIGINAL...MUST BE THE SECRET "SAUCE"

PostedJune 13, 2021

pennmom36

fromThree years was well-worth the wait!

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Skill Level:Expert

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Storm Tale 2 has finally arrived and wow, it's more like a Tornado than a Storm! The developer added his secret "green sauce" to whip up one of the best sequels a Match 3 player could ask for! The 3D graphics were the first thing that caught my attention when I had to navigate around the room from different angles to peek behind furniture or walk to the other side to be able to find hidden ...Show more

Storm Tale 2 has finally arrived and wow, it's more like a Tornado than a Storm! The developer added his secret "green sauce" to whip up one of the best sequels a Match 3 player could ask for! The 3D graphics were the first thing that caught my attention when I had to navigate around the room from different angles to peek behind furniture or walk to the other side to be able to find hidden scrolls. The village you build can be viewed 3D, as well. Once I started playing the Match 3 levels, I became so engrossed that I had forgotten it was just a demo and was completely taken by surprise when the demo abruptly ended. That's my cue to purchase a game, if I'm so into a game that the abrupt ending of the demo snaps me out of the zone I know it's the right game for me!

You can play in a Relaxed Mode (no time or moves limits) a Challenge Mode (limited moves) or a Timed Mode, and then you get to choose an Expert (fewer power-ups & obstacles) or Casual (more power-ups & obstacles) Mode of Difficulty. What I love about all these choices is that it makes for great replayability because you can play through several combinations, such as, Limited Moves-Casual and then replay the game under Limited Moves-Expert, then switch it up and play Limited Time-Expert, etc. There are 18 different Trophies to earn and several categories within such as 0/48 Once you've earned an achievement, you can claim rewards in a Book that also contains Level Goals, Village Goals, Tasks, and Instructions on how to play.

Large matches earn a Bonus on the board that can be double-clicked or swapped with an adjacent tile to activate.

*Dynamite-destroys a one-tile radius
*Bomb- destroys a two-tile radius.
*TNT-destroys a three-tile radius.

Once you have earned enough Gold playing Match 3 Levels, you can purchase various buildings that enable you to shelter and protect the villagers from the dragon, such as Sawmills, and Stone Mills. Purchasing these buildings rewards you with Diamonds and Power-ups to be used at your discretion, diamonds can also be used to Add Moves or Time.

POWER-UPS:
*Sword-destroys a single tile.
*Axe-destroys a single obstacle.
*Whirlwind-shuffles the board.
*Magic Staff-destroys all of the same chosen tile.

OBSTACLES:
*Wooden Crates-requires an adjacent match to destroy
*Chains-requires a match of whichever tile is chained
*Stone-requires 2 adjacent matches to destroy
*Ice Cube-requires 2 matches of whichever tile is frozen
*Earth-requires an adjacent match to destroy
*Grass-requires a match on top of the grass
*Metal Tiles-requires 3 adjacent matches to destroy
*Lava Stone-destroyed by cannonballs, requiring an explosion adjacent to the Cannon (you must create large matches to get the bombs)

ELEMENTS:
*Gold Nuggets-require adjacent match to collect
*Gold Tiles-requires matches made on top to change gold cells to normal cells
*Cannons-create large matches to earn dynamite/bombs/TNT and then detonate adjacent to cannons to shoot cannonballs that will access other boards (lava stones require cannonballs to destroy as well)
*Side Boards-requires firing Cannonballs by detonating dynamite/bombs adjacent to the cannons
*Treasure Chests-must be dropped to the bottom of the board
*Keys-must be dropped to the bottom of the board to unlock new board sections
*Portals-connect separate parts of the board to let items go through portals

The bottom line here folks is that you don't need to take shelter to weather this Storm Tale, you'll definitely want to tackle this beast head-on! Please join us on my new forum at thewoods.boards.net Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

44 of 44 found this review helpful

A fabulous offering!

PostedJune 13, 2021

Joybelle_2

fromAustralia

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Well once again this dev has given us a quality M3 with plenty to do and plenty of choices.

Firstly the graphics are great. The tiles are large and distinguishable, and the village you rebuild after a dragon attack (of course lol)..can be viewed in 3D. You also begin the game with one of the included puzzles...and you must toggle arrows to reveal the hidden scrolls which are only visable as the ...Show more

Well once again this dev has given us a quality M3 with plenty to do and plenty of choices.

Firstly the graphics are great. The tiles are large and distinguishable, and the village you rebuild after a dragon attack (of course lol)..can be viewed in 3D. You also begin the game with one of the included puzzles...and you must toggle arrows to reveal the hidden scrolls which are only visable as the scene rotates. I did wonder if this would play ok on older or 32 bit computers? So make sure you try the demo first.

During the game there are multiple boards...as you finish one you move on to the next, and playing in timed I found the challenge worthy. In fact on one level I timed out...but that is where you are given a choice of using the gems you earn by completing your tasks in the book and have claimed in your trophies. You can buy extra time or you can restart. These gems can also restock your powerups.

You unlock your power ups by restoring the village and each building restored opens up a new one. Four, five or more on the board also give dynamite, bombs and TNT ingame.

There are three modes, relax, timed or limited moves..and then the choice after that of expert or casual. It is great value for an SE and most will recognise many features from other great games this dev has produced. I think its wonderful..Enjoy! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Be aware, 32 bit Ram owners may have problems.Always demo

PostedJune 13, 2021

Cyril48

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

First off this is a brilliant game and such a change from all the same old week after week match 3 games from some others which incidentally for some strange reason always get many 5 stars.

I still have my old 32 bit machine and saw the 1 star reviews so thought I would try it on my old machine and it did not work so please be aware that if you do have an older machine you may have problems ...Show more

First off this is a brilliant game and such a change from all the same old week after week match 3 games from some others which incidentally for some strange reason always get many 5 stars.

I still have my old 32 bit machine and saw the 1 star reviews so thought I would try it on my old machine and it did not work so please be aware that if you do have an older machine you may have problems which is why you need to always demo.

As for the game it really is wonderful and the added bonus of jigsaws and other mini games is a great addition.
It runs so smooth on my 64 bit machine, the graphics are superb and the match 3 game is very challenging, starts off fairly easy but do not let that put you off. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Loving it so far

PostedJune 13, 2021

KamGoch

fromConnecticut

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Word

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

I'm only on level 13, but I'm loving it so far. I am playing limited moves for more challenge and I'm having fun. I think the graphics are great and it's bright and colorful. I recommend you give it a try.

I recommend this game!

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Runs well on an updated System 10

PostedJune 13, 2021

ecblisa

fromSacramento, CA

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Brain Teaser, Card & Board, Match 3, Puzzle, Word

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

I am playing this game on an up-to-date Windows 10 laptop, and have had no problems with loading or jerky graphics. On the contrary, the graphics are very attractive, I'm enjoying the game.

I recommend this game!

+17points

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Love it, love it, love it

PostedJune 13, 2021

mhatfie

fromPiedmont California

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Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Arcade & Action, Hidden Object, Large File, Mahjong, Marble Popper, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I'm not so much a match 3 fan but this game is a major WOW.
The graphics are beautiful. Absolutely no comparison to the first game. Loved looking for the scrolls hope there are more scenes like that as the game progresses. Others have said it better than I can but if you want a great match 3 this is it.

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Yet Another TOP FAVORITE Green Sauce Game!

PostedJune 14, 2021

cg47

fromOrange County, CA

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Match 3

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Hope's Farm

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

My TOP 10 FAVORITE Match 3 games are from Developer Suricate and THIS developer Green Sauce (Hope's Farm is my TOP #1, Secrets of Magic Series right with that), and this one adds to those. My computer is several years old, has 64 bit, and this game works just fine so far. Great tutorial, fantastic 3D graphics on scenes, fun match 3 game play with large, clear tiles, and one of very few that I ...Show more

My TOP 10 FAVORITE Match 3 games are from Developer Suricate and THIS developer Green Sauce (Hope's Farm is my TOP #1, Secrets of Magic Series right with that), and this one adds to those. My computer is several years old, has 64 bit, and this game works just fine so far. Great tutorial, fantastic 3D graphics on scenes, fun match 3 game play with large, clear tiles, and one of very few that I actually read the story lines. There have been SO FEW Good MATCH 3 games on Big Fish for so many months now that I almost give up on hoping for the good ones. HERE IS ONE OF THOSE - THANK YOU GREEN SAUCE! Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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a great M3 game

PostedJune 16, 2021

denniann2

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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

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

this game has 101 levels (i think). you are rebuilding a city that a dragon laid to waste. you have a total of 4 power ups to use and when you run out you can buy more with the gold you collect while playing the game. i played on the relaxed level. there is a hint system that the game decides to give you if you take too long.

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Fun Match 3 game

PostedJune 13, 2021

mcurbelo

fromKissimmee, FL

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

3 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Great Match 3 game. Beautiful graphics. I believe it's the same developers as Secrets of Magic. I highly recommend this game.

I recommend this game!

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Finally a sequel!

PostedJune 14, 2021

cindymomof4

fromTennessee

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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

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Thought this was going to be a one and done series. Loved the original and was so excited to see Storm Tale 2!!! Excellent game and will now be waiting for #3!

I recommend this game!

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