Tearstone: Thieves of the Heart Collector's Edition > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

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5 / 5

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SAY WHAT! A NON-LINEAR THINKING KIND OF GAME..GENIUS!

PostedMarch 17, 2022

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Skill Level:Expert

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Completed Game approximately 4.0 hours
(including completion of all mini-games & CE Bonus Chapter)
32 Main Game Scene Locations
Difficulty Range: Intermediate-Expert (doable for beginners)

This developer is a genius! He has restored my faith in the HOPA genre by creating a game that had me stumped at times, made me laugh (re: squirrel), and challenged me to think outside the box! This is ...Show more

Completed Game approximately 4.0 hours
(including completion of all mini-games & CE Bonus Chapter)
32 Main Game Scene Locations
Difficulty Range: Intermediate-Expert (doable for beginners)

This developer is a genius! He has restored my faith in the HOPA genre by creating a game that had me stumped at times, made me laugh (re: squirrel), and challenged me to think outside the box! This is how HOPA games were back in the day, this is how they should be today, and this developer deserves to be the top developer of tomorrow.

This is a non-linear game, you WILL be confused at times as to what to do and where to go but eventually, you will get the hang of the gameplay...this is because the only HOPAs we have played for a long time have the exact same, predictable, cookie-cutter mechanics and we have forgotten what it is like to have to think versus being on auto-pilot! If you are willing to let go of the big D's hand, you will take an amazing journey back to Tearstone to find the missing Heart while solving original puzzles and the most unique Hidden Object Scenes ever.

COLLECTIBLES & MORPHS (CE Bonus Chapter only)
My first impression of the Symbol of Luck Collectible (32 total) was wow, these are huge, why? Trust me, they could be the size of a bus and still be challenging to spot because this developer has mastered the art of blending in plain sight! დ

There are also 11 Morphing Objects that morph at a perfect pace and normally, I'd say this was my favorite feature, but I was kind of digging trying to find the elusive 7 Cards of Destiny hidden within nooks & crannies and places I'd never thought they'd be! დ

HIDDEN OBJECT SCENES
WOW...Hidden Object Scenes that are challenging...who'd have thunk I'd get stumped a few times! Not only are the scenes incredibly beautiful, but they are also extremely interactive and require you to figure out what the heck to do at times! Some require Matching Pairs or Related Pairs of objects, while others require a Progressive-Interactive workout but not a single one of them is boring! My favorite HO scene required you to adjust the temperature, lighting, filtration..even feed the fish in an aquarium...super-cool!

MINI-GAMES
Heck, the entire game is a puzzle! When you find clues they go into your journal or you'll have to memorize things that look important because they don't slap a sticky note with the answer or code to locks, patterns, or safes. Yes, there are Mini-games too, and yes they have directions, but they usually require a little bit of thought or memory of sequences. Just fiddle around with the puzzles and you'll get that aha moment!

BONUS CHAPTER: (Collector's Edition version only)
The Bonus Chapter is a huge bonus for puzzle geeks as you are quested to solve a giant Progressive-Interactive Hidden Object Puzzle game! You'll have to find zoom zones and then figure out what it will take to progress or open up a puzzle. My absolute favorite was trying to weave ribbons to match the pattern shown. It's not easy-breezy but you definitely walk away with a sense of accomplishment when you overcome these hurdles!

COLLECTOR'S EDITION EXTRAS
6 Wallpaper, 4 Concept Art Pictures, 10 Music Soundtracks, 14 Movie Cutscenes, 12 Achievements, 12 Replayable Hidden Object Scenes, 32 Collectible Symbols of Luck, 11 Morphing Objects, 7 Cards of Destiny (opens a series of HO's) 7 Main Chapters +Bonus Chapter (Portal Todd), and a Built-In Strategy Guide.

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I recommend this game!

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116 of 134 found this review helpful

EXCELLENT GAME!!!

PostedMarch 17, 2022

biomix

fromOntario, Canada

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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

Wow! The work that must have gone into developing this game!
It's so good. There are many places to look for things to do and the graphics are just perfect. Subtle and inviting. The gameplay involved alot of imagination. I play intermediate games but I would put this one at Advanced. But I love the challenge. Take your time and look around. Superb!!! Thank you to the developers and bigfish for ...Show more

Wow! The work that must have gone into developing this game!
It's so good. There are many places to look for things to do and the graphics are just perfect. Subtle and inviting. The gameplay involved alot of imagination. I play intermediate games but I would put this one at Advanced. But I love the challenge. Take your time and look around. Superb!!! Thank you to the developers and bigfish for bringing us this fabulous game. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

75 of 86 found this review helpful

Not My 'THANG', BUT I LOVED IT!

PostedMarch 23, 2022

caseyduhamel

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5 / 5

Pennmom, I want you to know I bought this game soley upon your review. This is not my kinda genre, but, I know new games are going to become slim pickin's right now due to the crisis facing our developer friends. Well, thanks for the recommend- this is a real adventure game by a company I have never heard of. It's not a genre I usually partake of, but this is really fun. As a retired D&D'er, I am ...Show more

Pennmom, I want you to know I bought this game soley upon your review. This is not my kinda genre, but, I know new games are going to become slim pickin's right now due to the crisis facing our developer friends. Well, thanks for the recommend- this is a real adventure game by a company I have never heard of. It's not a genre I usually partake of, but this is really fun. As a retired D&D'er, I am diggin' this! (I am showing my age!! lol). This is a great game, great graphics and a real adventure game- ala the old days of 'Myst' and 'Syberia' (the only PC game that made me cry at the end!). If you're into adventure gaming, young and old, you'll love this! Show less

I recommend this game!

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89 of 109 found this review helpful

What A Teriffic Game!

PostedMarch 17, 2022

HeavenBound7729

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I was beginning to lose all hope of ever seeing a great game again after all the disappointments for so long. I don't recall anything previously from Dragonseye Studios, but they got my attention today with this very entertaining storyline. It definitely takes more than a few minutes in the demo to make any progress. I feel it is terribly unfair to judge this game by just a very short attempt to ...Show more

I was beginning to lose all hope of ever seeing a great game again after all the disappointments for so long. I don't recall anything previously from Dragonseye Studios, but they got my attention today with this very entertaining storyline. It definitely takes more than a few minutes in the demo to make any progress. I feel it is terribly unfair to judge this game by just a very short attempt to play. In my opinion it would be a shame to miss out on it when considering the long absence of quality games at BF. I'm also amazed at the rudeness of some gamers' comments, especially when they don't even give the game a chance and know little or nothing about the developer.

Anyway, the entire demo was great and 60 minutes just wasn't enough. That is a first-time statement for any trial from me! It was a slow process because this is not a simple little no-brainer that holds your hand all the way through. It seemed forever to figure out what to do with the birdhouse. Things I needed and areas to search were not so obvious. Also items I acquired were actually useful and made sense, and my pocket knife was handy for several different tasks. For me, that right there deserves a gold star!

Loved the sense of humor in the bedroom with the annoying alarm clock. We can all relate to that can't we?! The graphics were very appealing and the colors perfect, nothing neon for a change. The artwork was beautiful and the characters were so nicely hand-drawn, which I feel added another level of quality to the game. The scenes/locations had lots to see but there was no clutter or confusion when items had to be located. I saw little of the characters but the voice-overs were good and even though they looked a little cartoonish I liked how they looked, and Todd the Ghost was cute.

There are not many HOPs and puzzles but that doesn't concern me, because the quality and variety were great. They were not the typical easy-breezy kind that are just too simple to enjoy. On the other hand, the challenge was not difficult to overcome. It just takes more thought and a little more time to figure out the puzzles and I really like that. Also, the HOPs in the demo were not the usual. I loved the first one with the frog, very different. The HOPs were very interactive, clever and rank amongst the great ones I've played, especially in the past several years. The HOP scenes were rather dark, making the items harder to locate, but that was okay because it I enjoyed them so much.

The collectibles weren't abundant but sufficient in this CE because I really preferred spending my time in the adventure and not busy looking for extra stuff. The three items were not so easy to spot, they didn't stick out the way we are so accustomed but they posed no frustration. However, the morph that I first found was HUGE and bright, I was really surprised!

I am buying this game, the first one in many months and look forward to the entertainment ahead. I can tell this will be a long game for me, judging by my progress in the demo. For once this is not a bad thing. Usually slow progress is due to all those stupid tasks I painfully endure in each demo. This time it is all pleasure. I do think the Plus Items could have been simpler to access and if you prefer Custom Mode it takes multiple clicks to reduce the Hint and Charge times. Otherwise those are just very minor complaints I can work around.

I think this game will appeal to everyone. It is lighthearted, has a good storyline, likeable characters, great visuals and no creepy, crazy creatures. Fun for all skill levels. I enjoyed Tearstone because it involves dream scenarios, the reality of the quest and a dose of other places yet to be seen. Not the usual format or typical villains. Also the story is divided into chapters which should make it easier to keep up with the story and keep track of what needs to be done.

In my opinion, Dragonseye Studios did a superb job with this game and I hope they won't make themselves scarce. We majorly need developers that put a lot of time and effort into their creations. We have plenty of devs that are getting lazier by the minute when it comes to quality and customer satisfaction. I was unaware of the first Tearstone so I have to look it up and see what I missed. I may be alone in my opinions here, but Dragonseye clearly shows that it is possible to make quality entertainment when care and talent are at the forefront instead of a quick buck! Show less

I recommend this game!

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what a great little gem this game is - score 10 out of 5 (enjoyed every minute).

PostedMarch 17, 2022

storm011

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

i don't normally purchase CE versions unless they are on special but this game was so integrating that i couldn't resist.

The graphics are fantastic - so clear and so beautifully done.

The characters are delightful (and talk which is an added bonus for me).

The hidden object were mind blowing - so out of the norm and so wonderful to see something different.

The puzzles made you think ...Show more

i don't normally purchase CE versions unless they are on special but this game was so integrating that i couldn't resist.

The graphics are fantastic - so clear and so beautifully done.

The characters are delightful (and talk which is an added bonus for me).

The hidden object were mind blowing - so out of the norm and so wonderful to see something different.

The puzzles made you think outside of the box - which was a great challenge and had puzzles i have never seen before.
After playing the demo and purchasing i learnt very quickly that you need to keep an eye out of the clues - which was wonderful because there is no hand-holding.

I was a little disappointed with the walkthrough - i did refer to it a couple of times and didn't understand it. It didn't appear to have the full collectables in the walkthrough so i missed out on playing the "7 card destiny" bonus game but i am going to play it all over again now.

Well done developers - hope we see more of these games. Perhaps some of the current developers can take note.

Try before you purchase - happy gaming :) Show less

I recommend this game!

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FINALLY! NO HAND-HOLDING!

PostedMarch 17, 2022

lynnminer

fromSeattle, WA

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

First of all, I was so happy to see a different developer! (So tired of Dominii!) Second, it was great to play a game that isn't a cookie-cutter, same mundane tasks, hand-holding, been there-done that kind of game. There is a lot to do and YOU get to THINK and figure out what to do so you must look around every scene carefully. I only played this for 15 minutes and knew that I MUST buy it! Please ...Show more

First of all, I was so happy to see a different developer! (So tired of Dominii!) Second, it was great to play a game that isn't a cookie-cutter, same mundane tasks, hand-holding, been there-done that kind of game. There is a lot to do and YOU get to THINK and figure out what to do so you must look around every scene carefully. I only played this for 15 minutes and knew that I MUST buy it! Please try it even if you read the bad reviews. I think you'll be happily surprised! Show less

I recommend this game!

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lost cookie cutter......

PostedMarch 17, 2022

mmdgaston

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3 / 5

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5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

this is a great game....what a shock. different from games over the last 5-7 yrs. graphics are wonderful...a storyline that is good not sappy....i never go into great detail of any game..i think it spoils the game.....that said.....have fun everyone, worth a look!!!!!!!!

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Finally, a HOPA a wanted to buy

PostedMarch 20, 2022

Mookhebbe

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Puzzle, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Kudos for Dragonseye Studio. This is how a HOPA should be. Challenging, out of the box thinking and no holding hands or an annoying helper.
On the other hand, I do understand the 1 star reviews. There are a lot of peeps on BFG that can only understand and comprehend the cookie cutter games that come out of the daily mill of the big developer studios.
I am not such person. I love the be ...Show more

Kudos for Dragonseye Studio. This is how a HOPA should be. Challenging, out of the box thinking and no holding hands or an annoying helper.
On the other hand, I do understand the 1 star reviews. There are a lot of peeps on BFG that can only understand and comprehend the cookie cutter games that come out of the daily mill of the big developer studios.
I am not such person. I love the be challenged in my games. I love that I get the urge to look in the guide (but won't do because where is the challenge then?)
Please don't buy without demo-ing the game. Make sure YOU are the challenging type of person this game needs.

What I don't understand are the 1 star reviews over technical issues. Come on guys and girls. Let's keep this fair and only write a review about game content. It is not the developers that you don't have your computer up to date for running the latest standard games Show less

I recommend this game!

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If I could give this game 10 stars I would

PostedMarch 18, 2022

Cyril48

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

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5 / 5

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5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I do not buy many Hopa games for the simple reason I find most of them very predictable and just too easy,

This game is different and I love different . As others have said do not let the one star reviews put you off, try the demo and see what you think. This is an amazing game and this developer has put a lot of effort in to making this game up there with the best.
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I do not buy many Hopa games for the simple reason I find most of them very predictable and just too easy,

This game is different and I love different . As others have said do not let the one star reviews put you off, try the demo and see what you think. This is an amazing game and this developer has put a lot of effort in to making this game up there with the best.
I appreciate that not everyone will like this but to give this game 1 star ? Really?

This game is not easy and you have to think and if all else fails you can use the hint.
Plenty of humor , different types of hogs and puzzles all of which are a delight to do and not the normal boring things which is the reason I am not a great Hopa fan.

Now on to the developer. They do not do many games and we owe it to them to give our true feelings to enable them to develop which I know they will and hopefully stay around in these very trying times .
This developer cares and a caring developer is a great one to have around. Do we really want the same old stuff day after day?
I for one don't and if all hopas were like this then I will be a top fan, but as it stands I will keep them on my watchlist.
Try the demo and see what you think then make your own mind up. Reviews are a great help but some you need to take with a pinch of salt. Show less

I recommend this game!

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The Best Game BF Has Offered In Years!!!!

PostedMarch 18, 2022

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I have been playing games from BF since 2013. Back then the HOPAs were challenging, fun, and made you use your brain. They were a joy to play....WELL, this game is challenging, fun and a REAL joy to play.

I bought it at full price to show my support of this Dev. I truly hope they keep up the excellent work and offer us more of the same.

The story line is great along with the humor it offers. ...Show more

I have been playing games from BF since 2013. Back then the HOPAs were challenging, fun, and made you use your brain. They were a joy to play....WELL, this game is challenging, fun and a REAL joy to play.

I bought it at full price to show my support of this Dev. I truly hope they keep up the excellent work and offer us more of the same.

The story line is great along with the humor it offers. The HOPAs and Puzzles are a bit challenging so you have to reason it out or look at the SG. (To me it is more fun to figure it out)

Once I purchased it I started over to enjoy the beautiful scenery and check out every little detail of which there are many.

Try this game and take your time and Enjoy a Great Ride! Show less

I recommend this game!

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