Sea Legends: Phantasmal Light Collector's Edition > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

Overall rating

5 / 5

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Hooked From The Get Go - Absolutely LOVED IT!

PostedJanuary 15, 2012

sportygal2009

fromSouth Bend, IN

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Card & Board, Mahjong

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

This review is for the whole game and playing in expert mode.

*The story: Starts off with a very well-done cut scene which there are several "cut scenes" in this game along with voice overs about a couple (Jane & Mike) who get separated after their yacht was sunk by a storm. You take on the role of Jane to find Mike.

*There are 6 chapters to this game plus a bonus chapter.

*There are 2 play ...Show more

This review is for the whole game and playing in expert mode.

*The story: Starts off with a very well-done cut scene which there are several "cut scenes" in this game along with voice overs about a couple (Jane & Mike) who get separated after their yacht was sunk by a storm. You take on the role of Jane to find Mike.

*There are 6 chapters to this game plus a bonus chapter.

*There are 2 play modes: Easy and Expert:

Expert mode only has "sparkles" for the HOS. There is also text up at the top of the screen that will give you clues as to what to do sometimes. When you move you mouse/cursor along the screen a "magnify glass" will come up for areas of importance. A few of them not so obvious. I had to really move my mouse around to locate some of them. A "hand" to pick up something. Also lots of back/forth for the inventory items as sometimes you have to go back several scenes. Sometimes they are used right away and sometimes for later in the game.

*There's also a strategy guide integrated into the game which is very well done however should be "bookmarked" as it doesn't follow you along as you play the game. It goes back to the beginning however since I had to refer to it a couple of times I found that if you "chapter select" you can get to what you need much quicker than sifting through 42 pages.

*There is also a journal which tells you what tasks need to be completed. Also has some "story" in it and also helpful on some of the puzzles however no map.

*HOS (hidden object scenes): I found this game to have quite a few of them and most of them you do A LOT of interacting as it's not just "finding items by a list." I used very few hints for this however sometimes had to think a bit. The hint which is a "light house" that will shine a bright yellow light.

*Hint/skip: Charge up within about a minute. The hint can also be used outside of HOS and will tell you if there is "anything to do at this time or not" and direct you if there is something to do.

Puzzles: This had quite a few of them which ranged from pretty easy to made you think, were a little tricky.

As for the length of the game: The main game took me exactly 4 hours and the bonus while not necessary, I thoroughly enjoyed it and took me 1 1/2 hours. You may or may not finish it sooner than I did.

My overall impression of this game:

The story I found very intriguing as I was hooked right from the get go and held my interest to the very end as I did not stop playing this until I got to the end. I did find this a bit creepy (in a good way) and the music well done.

The graphics I found to be water-perfect done as they seemed to really fit the story. I had absolutely no problems with graphics here.

While this game had quite a few HOS to it, I found this to be more "adventure." As I mentioned A LOT of back/forth and what I really enjoyed about this game: It's not just cut and dried find an object/ use an object, you have to pay attention. In my opinion this game really makes you think as I did get stuck a couple of times and even had to use the strategy guide.

So overall I give this 5 stars and a huge kudos to the developers here and I definitely feel I got my money worth as it sure seemed longer than 5 1/2 hours total.

I definitely recommend that you at least play the demo and decide for yourself.

Thanks Big Fish for a great game here. : ) Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

89 of 103 found this review helpful

Very motivational game

PostedJanuary 15, 2012

Rebr2009

fromSP, Brasil

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Skill Level:Expert

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

I played the demo and seems to be a great game.

- great graphics
- amazing soundtrack
- very good storyline
- really good Atmosphere
- many places to go, and many things to do (you have to go, and return several times to complete tasks)

Good level of challenging:
- brand new mini games - not too difficult
- a lot of interactive HOS - not too hard

Game very well done, with concern about every ...Show more

I played the demo and seems to be a great game.

- great graphics
- amazing soundtrack
- very good storyline
- really good Atmosphere
- many places to go, and many things to do (you have to go, and return several times to complete tasks)

Good level of challenging:
- brand new mini games - not too difficult
- a lot of interactive HOS - not too hard

Game very well done, with concern about every single detail ! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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This game will get you hooked on HOG's.

PostedJanuary 15, 2012

Sweetypuss

fromSpringfield, IL

Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Current Favorite:

Sea Legends: Phantasmal Light Collector's Edition

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

I feel like the youtube "Ultimate Dog Tease" and I'm the dog! The game ended and I'm all "NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO..." So, I BOUGHT IT! Yep, what is it about the Collection Editions that make them so superior that I can't wait for them to be released in the simpler story?

Yes, this got me hook, line and sinker - get it? It's the story of a ship wrecked couple and the gal is trying to find the guy and gets ...Show more

I feel like the youtube "Ultimate Dog Tease" and I'm the dog! The game ended and I'm all "NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO..." So, I BOUGHT IT! Yep, what is it about the Collection Editions that make them so superior that I can't wait for them to be released in the simpler story?

Yes, this got me hook, line and sinker - get it? It's the story of a ship wrecked couple and the gal is trying to find the guy and gets hints here and there of the mysterious evil on the island. I like this game, the graphics are cool - a little dark to where I had to squirm around in my chair for better lighting in some of the scenes but that's probably cause I need a bigger screen...yep, that's what I'm going with - I need a bigger screen to capture all the awesomeness of this game ; )

The puzzles aren't nearly as complicated as the directions for the puzzles and some of the item names in the HOG scenes left me scratching my head and really guessing - like what a British person might call something vs. what we call it in the States - HINT - it's a file people, a FILE...okay, that's a big hint that will have you shaking your head and agreeing with me if your in the states.

The music is like most of the other games. In my opinion you really need to have the music turned on and up to get the real atmosphere that the game makers what you to experience...you know, kind of keeping you on the edge.

The hour went by fast, and I sincerely enjoyed the game.

I mark myself as an intermediate player because I don't play the expert level on any of the games - this is my relaxing time not my stressing time...so, there you have it and I hope it helps you in deciding to play. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Sea Legends: Phantasmal Light CE

PostedJanuary 15, 2012

kathey12

fromHouston, TX

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Skill Level:Expert

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

This game had everything I could want except not being able to play all of the mini-games/puzzles at the end. This is one factor that I'd like to see in all CE games.
The videos, storyline, graphics, artistry, puzzles and adventure were all superb in this game. I thoroughly enjoyed playing this game! A quick synopsis, stranded on an island, fighting a malevolent force, and having to save your ...Show more

This game had everything I could want except not being able to play all of the mini-games/puzzles at the end. This is one factor that I'd like to see in all CE games.
The videos, storyline, graphics, artistry, puzzles and adventure were all superb in this game. I thoroughly enjoyed playing this game! A quick synopsis, stranded on an island, fighting a malevolent force, and having to save your boyfriend made the opening storyline intriguing enough for me to purchase the game, along with the fantastic hand drawn objects, scenery, interactive objects, and PUZZLES.
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I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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I love this game! :)

PostedJanuary 16, 2012

Wendy64

fromKiev, Ukraine

Skill Level:Expert

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

Current Favorite:

Mystery Case Files®: Escape from Ravenhearst™ Collector's Edition

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

As for my opinion it is a great game with incredibly beautiful graphics solutions (especially like the sea and sky solutions in the first few locations - exciting!). The story line first seems to be a love story but then takes place entirely in an unpredictable way. Music and sound effects are perfectly suited to the atmosphere. I've already bought this CE and looking forward to have more free ...Show more

As for my opinion it is a great game with incredibly beautiful graphics solutions (especially like the sea and sky solutions in the first few locations - exciting!). The story line first seems to be a love story but then takes place entirely in an unpredictable way. Music and sound effects are perfectly suited to the atmosphere. I've already bought this CE and looking forward to have more free time to play it! Happy gaming to everybody! ;) Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

37 of 42 found this review helpful

I WISH ALL GAMES WERE THIS GOOD!

PostedJanuary 15, 2012

gamesrgreatfun

fromNew Market, Indiana

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

I played the Beta test version of this game and it was fantastic!

This is my favorite kind of game, it has everything I like:

1) H.O. scenes with a few objects that require an "extra step" to find them [such as finding an axe and then finding wood to chop up with the axe to make "wood chips"]

2) Navigating through scenes that require you to pick-up objects to be used somewhere in the game. ...Show more

I played the Beta test version of this game and it was fantastic!

This is my favorite kind of game, it has everything I like:

1) H.O. scenes with a few objects that require an "extra step" to find them [such as finding an axe and then finding wood to chop up with the axe to make "wood chips"]

2) Navigating through scenes that require you to pick-up objects to be used somewhere in the game. Playing these objects in specific places to perform certain tasks that allow more scenes to be opened up.

3) Unique mini-games to change-up the pace and keep the game interesting.

4) Spectacular graphics and even the background music and sounds are good.

5)There were two levels of difficulty to choose from. I chose the easier one and it had lots of sparkles to help you out and the hint button recharged quickly.

6) The lighting was perfect. It was easy to see all of the scenes and pick out objects that need collecting.

From glancing through the integrated strategy guide, the collector's edition seemed to have a lenthly bonus part that would not be included in the standard edition. I plan on buying the collectors edition today. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

48 of 61 found this review helpful

Great new game.

PostedJanuary 16, 2012

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fromHouston, Texas

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Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

I played the demo and got so involved that my time ran out and I never noticed an hour had passed. I will put this game on my list to buy. I liked the art work, and it had some interesting puzzles. The hidden objects were not as easy to spot as some other games I have played, however I they were findable with out being frustrating. I liked the way the story was evolving and the fantasy aspect of ...Show more

I played the demo and got so involved that my time ran out and I never noticed an hour had passed. I will put this game on my list to buy. I liked the art work, and it had some interesting puzzles. The hidden objects were not as easy to spot as some other games I have played, however I they were findable with out being frustrating. I liked the way the story was evolving and the fantasy aspect of the artwork also. I played on expert, to allow a bigger surprise factor in what to do next. I look forward to playing the entire game. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Great game

PostedJanuary 16, 2012

marg6043

fromLeesburg, GA

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

After reading so many negative reviews on the game I still played the Demo, I always like to see for myself, well I actually like it and bought the CE.

I truly and honestly enjoyed the game.

The graphics are not the greatest but good enough for me, the story line is actually very interesting, I felt that I needed to keep on going on the story to find out what came next, it have plenty of HOS as ...Show more

After reading so many negative reviews on the game I still played the Demo, I always like to see for myself, well I actually like it and bought the CE.

I truly and honestly enjoyed the game.

The graphics are not the greatest but good enough for me, the story line is actually very interesting, I felt that I needed to keep on going on the story to find out what came next, it have plenty of HOS as is expected for a and adventure HOG.

The music and sound effects are nice, the makers put a lot of effort on the details and I like that. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

9 of 10 found this review helpful

Brilliant game!

PostedJanuary 16, 2012

ThelmaBG

fromLondon

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object

Current Favorite:

Shiver: Vanishing Hitchhiker Collector's Edition

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Very solid, lengthy and challenging HOG game! It's got the spooky atmosphere many of us love so much, but the story is very different from the typical haunted manor :)
I would recommend this game to everyone who's a big fan of challenging HOG games (at least for me, I do not regret buying the CE as it exceeded my expectations and then some).

Happy gaming everyone :)

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

11 of 14 found this review helpful

Great Game!

PostedJanuary 15, 2012

esteroverde

fromEstero, FL

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Skill Level:Expert

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

I always play in "expert" mode and this game was not too difficult at all but just challenging enough. The graphics were outstanding and the sound was phenomenal! It almost sounded as if it was "surround sound" which is always a big plus to give that full effect of gaming. The storyline was pretty interesting with a couple being shipwrecked and the girl is in search of her mate. I only played the ...Show more

I always play in "expert" mode and this game was not too difficult at all but just challenging enough. The graphics were outstanding and the sound was phenomenal! It almost sounded as if it was "surround sound" which is always a big plus to give that full effect of gaming. The storyline was pretty interesting with a couple being shipwrecked and the girl is in search of her mate. I only played the trial so it will be interesting to see how this all plays out. It's got plenty of HO scenes and things to figure out what and how to do. The one puzzle offered during the trial time was not too hard but just challenging enough. Show less

I recommend this game!

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