Otherworld: Spring of Shadows > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

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5 / 5

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Hard not to get caught by this charming and attractive game!

PostedFebruary 18, 2012

Rebr2009

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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

3 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

Attractive storyline: helping Fiona, the cute little girl, who was trapped by "Shade" in a different world.
Very pleasant voice over. Gorgeous locations, crisp and colorful.
Very appealing atmosphere !

Yes, it has monsters !!... but without screams, no strident sounds, not dark and gloomy scenes.
HOS are different from usual, almost all have 15 to 20 of same kind of object (flowers, butterflies, ...Show more

Attractive storyline: helping Fiona, the cute little girl, who was trapped by "Shade" in a different world.
Very pleasant voice over. Gorgeous locations, crisp and colorful.
Very appealing atmosphere !

Yes, it has monsters !!... but without screams, no strident sounds, not dark and gloomy scenes.
HOS are different from usual, almost all have 15 to 20 of same kind of object (flowers, butterflies, etc.) to find. Visually beautiful and colorful, but not challenging.
Instead of hint, it has a "guide" that gives tips for the next action to take. In HOS has hint (the little eye, on the bottom right).
Many beautiful locations with a lot of things to do... many puzzles totally new and unusual !
Really enjoyable game.

- Do not forget to collect the fairies!

I was waiting the SE, so I just purchased! Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

80 of 89 found this review helpful

My ideal game

PostedFebruary 20, 2012

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object

Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

This one pushes all the right buttons for me. HOS aren't bucket lists, but rather finding numerous of the same items. Which was fine except where I had to find 20 spiders. Mostly a typical adventure. Go here, get this, go back over there and use it. The graphics were good, the music OK and the story line moved along.

I was very impressed with the length. I finished my hour at the end of Chapter 1 ...Show more

This one pushes all the right buttons for me. HOS aren't bucket lists, but rather finding numerous of the same items. Which was fine except where I had to find 20 spiders. Mostly a typical adventure. Go here, get this, go back over there and use it. The graphics were good, the music OK and the story line moved along.

I was very impressed with the length. I finished my hour at the end of Chapter 1 and there are 6 chapters. I own other games by this developer and like their work. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

53 of 61 found this review helpful

WOW FREAKIN AWESOME

PostedFebruary 18, 2012

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

My all time fav new game and I play a whole lot and I mean A LOT!!! LOL I finished this one tonight and it blew me away. I left a response yesterday when I just started it. It is amazing in every way, story line, graphics, game play it has it ALL. If you are into either hidden object, adventure, puzzle games..whatever, this one is by far the best I've played. CHECK IT OUT

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

83 of 102 found this review helpful

Otherworld... entirely

PostedFebruary 18, 2012

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

I don't usually give 5* to a game, because I like to save the top rating to an eventual exceptionally good game that may come along.

This time I changed my mind because, though this game is not exceptional nor a mind bender, it is a very good and relaxing entertainment, very appropriate if you're seeking to unwind your nerves from the problems of the real world :).

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

48 of 57 found this review helpful

Splendid

PostedFebruary 19, 2012

kaera

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Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Thoroughly enjoyed this one. Creepies kept to a low, beautiful scenery, excellent visuals, music, story and gameplay which keeps you glued. The side puzzles were great and blended well. Through the game, you also get to earn medals on achieving certain goals. Well worth getting.

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

24 of 27 found this review helpful

Loved it

PostedAugust 11, 2012

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I really enjoyed playing this game. Not too difficult and a good storyline. One of my favorites. You will enjoy playing this one.

I recommend this game!

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An excellent game

PostedMarch 3, 2012

Woodjay

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

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Otherworld: Spring of Shadows

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I looked at a number of reviews before trying this and was a little hesitant. Then I tried the demo and was hooked. I have given it 5 stars (which I rarely do) for several reasons:

1. The storyline works really well. Okay, it's a variation on the rescue theme, but there's nothing wrong with that. What I like about it is that it makes sense -- takes you a little while to work out what's going on, ...Show more

I looked at a number of reviews before trying this and was a little hesitant. Then I tried the demo and was hooked. I have given it 5 stars (which I rarely do) for several reasons:

1. The storyline works really well. Okay, it's a variation on the rescue theme, but there's nothing wrong with that. What I like about it is that it makes sense -- takes you a little while to work out what's going on, and then you get drawn in. And there's not really any of the 'here's something I might use but haven't a clue why' when you find things.

2. The graphics are great. All the characters you encounter whether 'faerie' or human are excellently drawn. I particularly like the way the non-humans are drawn, and the villain, the Shade is very imaginative. The various scenes are well depicted too. I seem to have played a lot of games recently where it rains all the time (just because the developers can do it I suppose) so it's good to find one where the sun more or less shines.

3. I thought that a fair bit of imagination had gone into the various creatures you encounter and the puzzles. Not that any of the puzzles are particularly difficult (to me anyway) or vastly new, but the way everything is put together is well worked out. You have to find objects lying around (on the Advanced mode this means searching carefully) and work out where to use them, andI like that.

4. Near the start of the game you find an 'antique knife' and a jug (pitcher). And you keep them right to the end of the game! Wow. I am so tired of having that useful screwdriver/ crowbar disappear after one use. That's what I call good game writing/imagination as you use these objects in different situations.

5. the HO scenes are different as other reviewers have pointed out. Also, all the objects are appropriate to where you find them.

6. It takes a long time to play and though there are a lot of locations, there's not too much going backwards and forwards because in practice you are restricted to one or two locations on the map.

7. The ending is satisfying and leaves room for a sequel. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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a reconsideration

PostedFebruary 22, 2012

gallica2

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Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Puzzle

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Otherworld: Spring of Shadows

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

ok, here's the thing: i reviewed the CE version of this game based on my experience of the demo. i was not enthusiastic, although i did give it 3 stars.

but, since i had a coupon, i decided to buy the SE ... and i am now convinced this is one of the best games i have ever played!

as before, i was impressed with the graphics, music and storyline ... what i know now, after getting more than half ...Show more

ok, here's the thing: i reviewed the CE version of this game based on my experience of the demo. i was not enthusiastic, although i did give it 3 stars.

but, since i had a coupon, i decided to buy the SE ... and i am now convinced this is one of the best games i have ever played!

as before, i was impressed with the graphics, music and storyline ... what i know now, after getting more than half way through, is that the gameplay, puzzles and interactivity of Spring of Shadows is the best i have seen in quite a while.

the gameplay moves along in a captivating way, through many different 'worlds', the hint button although not speedy, does recharge fast enough to not be annoying. the hint button (i found it invaluable) gives direction when the player is at a loss about what to do next in such a way as to not give too much information about the next step. i like that. it gives me a sense of accomplishment :)

the puzzles are not mind-bendingly difficult but still challenging and some are familiar formats, but are always presented with a different little twist. the HO's are clear and interactive as are much of the general scenes. again, i like this. it indicates time and care on the part of the developers and it maintains interest for the player.

the game has a certain charm about it and the cloying ambience that i found when i demo'd it has become quite enjoyable and makes a nice change from the 'doom and gloom' of many games of this type. there is a bit of live-action (at the beginning) which makes for a nice change and, as i have said, the interactivity that i have found throughout is captivating.

i would highly recommend this game for anyone who enjoys the adventure/ puzzle genre that is well-wrought, well designed and immersive.

kudos to the designers (i apologize as i cannot remember who they are) and BFG for making it available for macs. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Reminds me of Dream Chronicles, Awesome!

PostedMarch 20, 2012

FatedCircle

fromUS

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Puzzle

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I loved this game! I don't often give 5 stars but this game is more than deserving. The best thing about this game is its take on the Hidden Object genre. A lot of HO games are similar, find this, that and use it to open the next door. This game took that to another level by mixing up the hidden object scenes. There were a few "normal" style scenes, but the variety in what you were to find, and ...Show more

I loved this game! I don't often give 5 stars but this game is more than deserving. The best thing about this game is its take on the Hidden Object genre. A lot of HO games are similar, find this, that and use it to open the next door. This game took that to another level by mixing up the hidden object scenes. There were a few "normal" style scenes, but the variety in what you were to find, and the manner in which you were asked to find the objects was clever. In some cases you matched a picture, in some you found pairs of related objects-- I was thoroughly impressed.

The length of the game was good, which is usually my number one complaint, and playing on the "medium" setting offered enough challenge to keep me engaged but not so much that it would leave me frustrated.

The story was very well done, fabulous voice overs, and beautiful scenes. I really can't think of anything bad to say about this game, other than I can't wait for the next one!

For fantasy HO lovers, especially if you loved the original Dream Chronicles series, I would highly, highly recommend this one. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

13 of 16 found this review helpful

Great Game! And lengthy too....

PostedMarch 9, 2012

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Match 3, Card & Board, Brain Teaser, Puzzle

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Well worth the full price even... For me, in casual mode, it was nearly eight hours of great fun... The fairies aren't that hard to find btw, but I kept getting caught up in the game and forgetting to look - so I only got 48 out of 60. The puzzles aren't too hard or too easy.... Story is great and so are the graphics. Music is unobtrusive, which I prefer - I usually turn it way down but didn't ...Show more

Well worth the full price even... For me, in casual mode, it was nearly eight hours of great fun... The fairies aren't that hard to find btw, but I kept getting caught up in the game and forgetting to look - so I only got 48 out of 60. The puzzles aren't too hard or too easy.... Story is great and so are the graphics. Music is unobtrusive, which I prefer - I usually turn it way down but didn't need to for most of the game. If you like pure HOGs, you might want to skip this one. I'm a puzzle lover and this game is a great adventure/puzzle format. Loved it!! Show less

I recommend this game!

+10points

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