The Far Kingdoms > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

Overall rating

5 / 5

188 of 203 found this review helpful

Fun & Attractive Hybrid Game

PostedNovember 19, 2013

Heavenlyrabbit

fromUSA

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3, Marble Popper

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Decided this will be an immediate buy for me within a few minutes of playing. It has Match 3's, Hidden Object Junk pile scenes, Found Objects & Adventure gameplay.

Lovely artwork. The storyline and characters are done well enough that they add to the experience. The music is also nicely done, IMO. In style and blend of genres, it reminds me of Chronicles of Emerland.

One has a Magic Amulet ...Show more

Decided this will be an immediate buy for me within a few minutes of playing. It has Match 3's, Hidden Object Junk pile scenes, Found Objects & Adventure gameplay.

Lovely artwork. The storyline and characters are done well enough that they add to the experience. The music is also nicely done, IMO. In style and blend of genres, it reminds me of Chronicles of Emerland.

One has a Magic Amulet giving you Fire when needed, Helpful Frog dispensing Hints and a Magic Vial to mix found ingredients to make Spells.

Drag spells in your Inventory onto vial near frog and see what ingredients you need. Then drag ingredients from your inventory into vial. Took me a minute to figure out these mechanics.

I played Casual and it has gone very well. Hint button recharges quickly, no penalties for too many clicks in HO scenes. Junk piles are pretty to look at and seem well lit so far. One or two items may be tricky but not terribly so. Items in Inventory get used sooner rather than later.

My guess is that this would appeal to players looking for something a little different and not appeal to players who like really difficult/hardcore HO games. There are no achievements as far as I can tell, no morphing objects or collectibles. This game doesn't need them.

I would like to see more games like this. Highly recommend.

Caution-if you're trying the game be sure you've entered your name by clicking the bottom tab and typing it in. I lost my initial progress because I just jumped into the game as Player without entering my name. No biggie, it's fun and I am happy to go around a second time. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Fanciful Fun

PostedNovember 19, 2013

IsisRising

fromOhio,USA

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Word, Arcade & Action, Adventure, Hidden Object, Large File, Match 3, Card & Board, Strategy, Time Management, Mahjong

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This is a magical mixture between HO and M3. The story line about your kingdom being under an evil spell is captivating as well as the graphics. The M3's are a nice twist from the usual.Sounds are not overwhelming and many of the characters are charming.It has 3 gameplay options including Casual which is a necessity for me (LOL).Match 3 objects are not the same from board to board and neither are ...Show more

This is a magical mixture between HO and M3. The story line about your kingdom being under an evil spell is captivating as well as the graphics. The M3's are a nice twist from the usual.Sounds are not overwhelming and many of the characters are charming.It has 3 gameplay options including Casual which is a necessity for me (LOL).Match 3 objects are not the same from board to board and neither are the objectives which keep it interesting. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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My favorite of the year so far.

PostedNovember 21, 2013

twinsoniclab

fromSouthern Oregon

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

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Yes, that's what I said, this is my favorite game so far this year! I won't comment on the glitches so many are having, because it wouldn't be fair to take off stars for something others had, as my game ran perfectly from start to finish.

What I liked best was the variety in the game. Puzzles, HOS, FROGs, Match 3 boards that were not all the same type. You make potions using the vial by putting ...Show more

Yes, that's what I said, this is my favorite game so far this year! I won't comment on the glitches so many are having, because it wouldn't be fair to take off stars for something others had, as my game ran perfectly from start to finish.

What I liked best was the variety in the game. Puzzles, HOS, FROGs, Match 3 boards that were not all the same type. You make potions using the vial by putting recipes and ingredients from the inventory. Or, you get help from the "white witch" for one. I actually had to skip a couple of puzzles! There was one that is a type my brain just can't get around. The match 3s were a joy (although I would love to see them slide next game!), as the tiles fit the scenes.

I played (and finished) on the hardest mode, and it was challenging. Yes, there were still some sparkles for the HOS, but the rest was left up to me to figure out. The puzzles had instructions, and many of them, and the match 3, allowed a few hints before you could skip.

There were times I had no idea what to do next, only to realize it was my mistake, not a glitch! Like when I hit a wall in the cave with the crystals. Well... SPOILER... I finally went back and tried everything, and when I put the crystals in the cart, I was through that wall!

I liked this game so much I went to the developers website and sent them a message telling them so! Don't let the lack of a walk-through stop you from playing this game (it gets even better after the demo)! See it as a fun challenge! Play it on the hard mode and you won't say it's "for beginners!" Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Cute and fun!

PostedNovember 19, 2013

mspaws

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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

Storyline

5 / 5

I loved the back and forth of HO and match 3! The music matched the game play and really enhanced the game . I was totally engrossed , which was easy, fun and relaxing. It did require a little thought at times but once I really started to follow the developers thoughts I was able to figure things out quickly!
I highly recommend this game to those that are more into the HOS and match 3! I am off to ...Show more

I loved the back and forth of HO and match 3! The music matched the game play and really enhanced the game . I was totally engrossed , which was easy, fun and relaxing. It did require a little thought at times but once I really started to follow the developers thoughts I was able to figure things out quickly!
I highly recommend this game to those that are more into the HOS and match 3! I am off to buy this game! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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the far kingdoms.

PostedNovember 19, 2013

sb54

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

I agree with other reviewers. I also wanted to get this game in the first few minutes of playing it I also liked the fact that the game started with a match 3 instead of the usual hidden object scene. It is going to be fun to play.

I recommend this game!

+36points

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Based om demo only

PostedNovember 20, 2013

jil1

fromSão Paulo, Brazil

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Favorite Genre(s):Word, Hidden Object, Match 3, Card & Board, Marble Popper, Puzzle, Mahjong

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

Very cute game that combines HO and M3. The storyline is nice and the scenes are cheerful, bright and colourful. I use to play M3 often and this one starts with M3, what is not usual. After a few minutes playing I knew I surely would buy it.
You can choose among three forms of playing, casual for me is the best because I don´t like to fight against time while I´m playing. I like to play just for ...Show more

Very cute game that combines HO and M3. The storyline is nice and the scenes are cheerful, bright and colourful. I use to play M3 often and this one starts with M3, what is not usual. After a few minutes playing I knew I surely would buy it.
You can choose among three forms of playing, casual for me is the best because I don´t like to fight against time while I´m playing. I like to play just for fun and not for challenge. Any times it is part of the game but relaxing is better after a hard day working.
Really a beautiful game, enchanted places, elfs, mushroom that talks to you and so on. Much more pleasant than a vampire and monsters and pain.
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I recommend this game!

+20points

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Overall rating

5 / 5

18 of 19 found this review helpful

Loved it

PostedNovember 22, 2013

j62janet

fromFalmouth Cornwall UK

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

I took a chance with this game, as normally I don't buy games without a walkthrough, I'm glad I did buy it, and I didn't need a walkthrough.
If when you do buy the game, and you are stuck with looking for the items for any potion, click on the potion vial, all it can do is reject it, nothing else.
I loved the game, I hope there is a sequel, and soon

I recommend this game!

+17points

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Too short

PostedNovember 26, 2013

Darklldo

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Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

Just as I was really getting ready to settle in for a couple of hours entertainment, it was over :(
A nice selection of games, including card, shape finding and drop 3… I enjoyed it.
Nice graphics too.
Just wish the game had gone on for a while longer, it certainly had the potential to do so.

I recommend this game!

+20points

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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GREAT!

PostedNovember 19, 2013

grandmaintexas

fromHouston, Tx.

Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I really enjoyed the combination of hidden object and match 3. I also found the variety in the mini games refreshing. The graphics are beautiful. I do find the game to be a little too easy on the first level.

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

29 of 38 found this review helpful

GIVE IT A TRY

PostedNovember 19, 2013

mygames49

fromBRONX, NEW YORK

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

THIS GAME FOR ME IS A GO. I WILL BUY IT. SCENERY IS BEAUTIFUL, MUSIC IS BEAUTIFUL, THE HOG AND MATCH GAME COMBINED IS A BONUS.

I recommend this game!

+20points

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