Mystical Island > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

Overall rating

5 / 5

8 of 8 found this review helpful

New Version of Mystical Island is Great!

PostedJanuary 13, 2013

_HKG

fromTexas

Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Current Favorite:

Mystical Island

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I'm giving this game five stars partly to make up for the bad reviews of what must have been a previous version. The version I am playing has none of the problems mentioned in previous reviews---except somewhat slow loading, which might have cost it a star except that the art is so beautiful and detailed that it is worth waiting for.

Unlike some games where the art of ancient cultures is mixed ...Show more

I'm giving this game five stars partly to make up for the bad reviews of what must have been a previous version. The version I am playing has none of the problems mentioned in previous reviews---except somewhat slow loading, which might have cost it a star except that the art is so beautiful and detailed that it is worth waiting for.

Unlike some games where the art of ancient cultures is mixed and misrepresented with abandon, this game has adapted ancient Mayan art in a beautiful, authentic-looking way---and doesn't mix in other cultures.

There is a lot of art of different cultures in hidden object scenes where they represent either modern decorative items, smuggled masterpieces, or pirate treasure. So that makes sense.

There is plenty of story line, and I find it interesting and original. I have noticed no typos so far, and I'm a picky editor.

The puzzles are interesting variations on classics, so they seem new.

I'm guessing the developers took to heart all the negative reviews and made major changes in the game to fix the problems. I'm glad I decided to try the game for myself.

Thanks, Big Fish, for putting it on sale. That got my attention, and after I tried it, I immediately bought it.

So if you are thinking of trying this game, do not be discouraged by the earlier bad reviews. This is NOT the version the earlier reviewers were complaining about.

I'm not sure why people complain about British English anyway. But in any case, after the first few scenes, the objects to be found are presented by grayish drawings---even more information than a silhouette. So language ceases to be any kind of problem.

I think this is a very enjoyable game, and I'm glad I found it. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

2 of 2 found this review helpful

Loved this game!

PostedOctober 5, 2014

Rapunzl_US

fromHolt, MI

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Puzzle

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

It was interesting, had surprising twists and was challenging for the mind, but not so much it was frustrating.

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

4 / 5

4 of 4 found this review helpful

A little dark but fun

PostedJanuary 11, 2013

onnie1

fromOcala, Fla.

Skill Level:Expert

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

Current Favorite:

Vacation Quest: Australia

(54)

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

3 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

I really don't understand all the negative reviews for this game......Yes, the scenes are a little dark, but not so where I couldn't find anything......It's an older HO but I found it fun and relaxing......A nice change from the more complicated games ......Story line is weak but I just followed along and played the game.....I didn't have any trouble clicking on the objects and the hint button was ...Show more

I really don't understand all the negative reviews for this game......Yes, the scenes are a little dark, but not so where I couldn't find anything......It's an older HO but I found it fun and relaxing......A nice change from the more complicated games ......Story line is weak but I just followed along and played the game.....I didn't have any trouble clicking on the objects and the hint button was very helpful....All in all a good old fashioned HO and I enjoyed playing it.... Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

4 / 5

2 of 2 found this review helpful

Remedial but Relaxing

PostedJanuary 10, 2013

redjack9

fromApple Valley, CA

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

I liked this game - it is remedial and simple I just skipped the text conversations, after a stressful day at work this was a very relaxing game and I did like it - it is simple and children can play it too - they love to find the objects and they are easy to find. Again, for some reason this was very relaxing and I liked it.

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Overall rating

4 / 5

4 of 7 found this review helpful

Interesting HOG for everyone

PostedJanuary 18, 2012

GothicMomma

fromJoliet, IL

Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Current Favorite:

Cake Mania: To the Max

(13)

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

I truly enjoyed the plot and the game, it kept me intrigued and interested

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

4 / 5

4 of 7 found this review helpful

Liked this game

PostedJanuary 11, 2012

Greenleafer

Fun Factor

3 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

3 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Was quite nice-Music wasn't greatest but it was fun-Actually finished the trial.

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

4 / 5

6 of 12 found this review helpful

middle

PostedJanuary 11, 2012

lotusdk

fromdenmark

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Skill Level:Expert

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

Fun Factor

3 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

3 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

I like the game - Go kinder, go

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

3 / 5

10 of 18 found this review helpful

Good for beginners!

PostedJanuary 10, 2012

ulsa143

fromTucson, AZ

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Word, Brain Teaser, Adventure, Time Management, Hidden Object, Large File, Puzzle, Mahjong, Strategy

Fun Factor

2 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

2 / 5

I didn't enjoy this game, was slow and didn't have much of a story line. The HOSs and puzzles were pretty straightforward and,again, better suited for someone who is trying this type of game experience as a newbie. For those folks you may be able to gain some knowledge of basics for tougher games. This would be a good game for him/her.

Graphics were okay as well as sound. I would not recommend ...Show more

I didn't enjoy this game, was slow and didn't have much of a story line. The HOSs and puzzles were pretty straightforward and,again, better suited for someone who is trying this type of game experience as a newbie. For those folks you may be able to gain some knowledge of basics for tougher games. This would be a good game for him/her.

Graphics were okay as well as sound. I would not recommend for intermediate or expert players.

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I don't recommend this game.

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Overall rating

3 / 5

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Not the WORST game ever!

PostedJanuary 10, 2013

bluesycat

fromAlbany, NY

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Fun Factor

3 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

After reading the very negative reviews, I just had to try this game. I played the demo - not sure I'll buy, but here's what I thought. The graphics are exquisite. Beautiful settings with great detail and design. They just don't change very often. In all that beautiful design, I found the HOS generally pretty difficult. Lots of small objects some of which were very hard to find. In exchange you ...Show more

After reading the very negative reviews, I just had to try this game. I played the demo - not sure I'll buy, but here's what I thought. The graphics are exquisite. Beautiful settings with great detail and design. They just don't change very often. In all that beautiful design, I found the HOS generally pretty difficult. Lots of small objects some of which were very hard to find. In exchange you get a very rapidly renewing hint button and no misclick penalty. The puzzles were mostly easy, a relief from how difficult the HOS are. The music got on my nerves after the first 10 minutes. But overall, I had a good time, and was really wondering where the story would turn next when my time ran out. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

3 / 5

4 of 7 found this review helpful

It was OK for me

PostedJanuary 11, 2012

OnWisconsin

fromWisconsin

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Fun Factor

3 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

1 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Sometimes I like games that are just relaxing and ordinary. I liked the game. I'll wait until it is $2.99 to buy, but I probably will. So sorry that most of you did not like it; I am easier to please! Thanks!

I recommend this game!

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