Melissa K. and the Heart of Gold > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

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5 / 5

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Adventure Lover's Paradise!!!

PostedSeptember 15, 2014

MusicNat

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Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Wow,
This game is quite a unique gem in the sea of fantasy HOPA's.

I was immediately drawn to it from the opening scenes. We play a teacher/explorer with a lovely British accent. How much more charming can it get? We arrive in Thailand to start an exciting adventure and meet some extremely amusing characters. Based on the number of chapters it appears to be quite a long game which will please ...Show more

Wow,
This game is quite a unique gem in the sea of fantasy HOPA's.

I was immediately drawn to it from the opening scenes. We play a teacher/explorer with a lovely British accent. How much more charming can it get? We arrive in Thailand to start an exciting adventure and meet some extremely amusing characters. Based on the number of chapters it appears to be quite a long game which will please many.

This game is mostly adventure based; there are some very unique and intriguing puzzles (which can be completed in 3 levels of difficulty) and a few HOS's. I am a huge fan of puzzles, and the harder the better. I love how they give us (hard core puzzlers) the ability to challenge ourselves, while allowing others to chose the easy settings if preferred. All devs should do this as this will please a wider range of players.

The only thing that took away some of the fun factor for me were the controls. This game is very much touch based and was originally released on mobile devices like iPads. The player must drag each and every item on the screen and this is can be quite painful for those of us with any pain problems, or weakness in our hands. Also when you hover over the inventory bar, you have to click on each item to get the name of it. That is way too much clicking and dragging for some of us. It would be easier if the items were stuck to the mouse cursor. Fixing this aspect would make it more enjoyable for me personally.

I absolutely love this game but am on the fence whether I will purchase it for PC or my iPad instead. I am sure that most players will love this game so I highly recommend it! Show less

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Adventurer's Delight

PostedSeptember 16, 2014

LeadingEdge

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

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Labyrinths of the World: Shattered Soul Collector's Edition

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Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

This is an SE game doing a credible imitation of a CE with collectibles, achievements, and (IMHO accurately termed) cinematic replays. What sets it apart from other CEs (which it is not) is that it offers a unique HO scene and puzzle replay option. Although the game is not timed, it times and computes accuracy for HO and puzzles in the background. Thus, at some other time without interrupting ...Show more

This is an SE game doing a credible imitation of a CE with collectibles, achievements, and (IMHO accurately termed) cinematic replays. What sets it apart from other CEs (which it is not) is that it offers a unique HO scene and puzzle replay option. Although the game is not timed, it times and computes accuracy for HO and puzzles in the background. Thus, at some other time without interrupting their progress in the game, the player can elect to replay them to increase their accuracy or time by selecting them from the extras box.

Visually, I found the game impressive. It looks good in wide-screen and is what I would call minimalist in presentation. Scenes are uncluttered, clear, and the components well drawn. The Eastern setting enhances the game through contrast. Whereas, structures within scenes present clean lines of enormous proportions, clothing and other items are intricately detailed using bright colors. The game also uses panning to increase scope of the set thereby immersing me more fully into the scene – that is, once I became accustomed to using it and it does take some getting used to.
Speaking of setting, the action, as far as I've gotten in the game, is at night. Usually that means the lighting is dim and objects are vague, an effect caused by using a palette of muddying shades of grays and browns. In this game, scenes are brightly illuminated with torchlight sharply contrasting the deep blackness of a moon and star-speckled sky undiminished by artificial lighting from the Earth below.
The 3D rendering is done well enough to create smooth life-like movement. You'll not likely to mistake it for real. Yet, for me, it very soon became a non-issue.

The ambient sounds and music in the game are unobtrusive, varied, and appropriately dramatic. If lip synch is important to you though, get ready to be annoyed. In its defense, this game offers a subtitle option which might be the justification for the out-of-synch lip synching.

Bottom line: For all those who complain about “hand holding” or who, like me, have become a little ho-hum about the whole “need this, find that, use that somewhere-or-when” pattern of HOPAs, this is a refreshing change! It is intriguing not only challenging your gaming skills, but also, assumptions on mastering HOPAs.
In many significant ways this game is very different from most HOPAs. I advise trying it to see if it suits you and/or your purposes for gaming before buying it. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Totally different I love it!

PostedSeptember 15, 2014

Anangelsprayer

fromUnited States

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Skill Level:Expert

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Voice acting is superb and the story very interesting. Kind of on the spooky side. I love the main character Melissa. What a pistol!

Graphics: Gorgeous!

Game Play: H0GS I came across were FR0GS.

Mini Games: Fun and different.

Hint System: Works in and out of H0GS.

Map: Jumps you to areas. Click on compass shows areas.

Kudos to the team for an awesome game.

I recommend this game!

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Amazing 3D object puzzles, old monk is LOL

PostedSeptember 21, 2014

Sherryah

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Melissa K. and the Heart of Gold

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I just finished this Game It is best in series.. I love all the voices especially the humor of old monk who had me laughing aloud. I had fun solving the ghosts quests. There are some objects you turn that are 3 D puzzles on how to open them that are beautiful, unique. I hope their is a sequel and the old monk is back again or used in another game. I almost lost this gem because not enough rating ...Show more

I just finished this Game It is best in series.. I love all the voices especially the humor of old monk who had me laughing aloud. I had fun solving the ghosts quests. There are some objects you turn that are 3 D puzzles on how to open them that are beautiful, unique. I hope their is a sequel and the old monk is back again or used in another game. I almost lost this gem because not enough rating game. Please at least try it and I hope you will agree it is one of a kind. The main eye candy is the 3D objects. It has a great Journal that even contains videos. The hint system shows you what to do if stuck. The map is interactive click and go. If you like adventure Games with unique 3D puzzle objects with many other various puzzles, a game that has a sense of humor, great voice overs, fast skip, fun achievements, please don't miss trying this diamond of a game. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Something New! Amazing Game

PostedSeptember 20, 2014

foxlyn

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This game has it all - beautiful art, interesting story, and challenging puzzles. If you are looking for the same old HO Adventure this is not it, this is fresh and it is played differently. (i.e. you are not looking for a hundred keys to a hundred locks) You have to think and you have to look. Everything was so well done, the 3D puzzles that you play from all sides, the music, the actors, even ...Show more

This game has it all - beautiful art, interesting story, and challenging puzzles. If you are looking for the same old HO Adventure this is not it, this is fresh and it is played differently. (i.e. you are not looking for a hundred keys to a hundred locks) You have to think and you have to look. Everything was so well done, the 3D puzzles that you play from all sides, the music, the actors, even the flashlight was realistic (I kept playing with it). The setting of Thailand was lovely and spooky, fantastic job.

There is a map, a hint button and you can skip puzzles, but I didn't need to and I'm not an expert. If you want to try something new give this a chance. It's not a game you rush through, it's a game you enjoy and think through. I just wish it was a CE so that I had more play time and a wallpaper. Please start working on another! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Melissa and the heart of Gold

PostedSeptember 15, 2014

celtickid12

fromDalbeattie,Scotland

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Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Puzzle

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

once again your a Lady Detective this time you wake up in a strange land where a man take you on adventure.when he hand you a photo of a boy your job s to find him.

This is a good 3D game with lots of things to do mostly trying to beat your best time they are 4 different levels to choice from. there is H.O the kind you have to find to continue
though the game. you get 90 minutes to try it out ...Show more

once again your a Lady Detective this time you wake up in a strange land where a man take you on adventure.when he hand you a photo of a boy your job s to find him.

This is a good 3D game with lots of things to do mostly trying to beat your best time they are 4 different levels to choice from. there is H.O the kind you have to find to continue
though the game. you get 90 minutes to try it out after 10 minute i paid for it it that good i don't do that all the time.

The sound is great if you have a 5.1 sound system when it comes to the Graphics there fine the could of made them better but that just me all in all in would give this game a 9/10.
when you get into it you just have to try it again it that good.

As i all ways say don't take my word for it go try it out for your self it says it takes 6 hours to play it all well that depends on 2 factors 1 what setting you play it on and 2. how fast your are at mental tasks.and of course if you hit the hint button then that will give you more of a chance of betting what the makers of the game say it would take you 6 hours to finish the game. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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The best game ever!!!!!!!!

PostedSeptember 16, 2014

sugartoes43

fromcanada

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Large File, Strategy

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I want more. Was sad it ended,.best game I have ever played ....it was so well done. The humour the suspense the mini games were fresh. and I greatly loved it ....give it a try I don't think you will be disappointed...

I recommend this game!

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loved it!

PostedSeptember 20, 2014

heleanthia

fromVictoria, BC

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I have to tip my hat to these developers....I can see that a lot of love and hard work went into this game, and it shows...
The only issue I had was with the bell puzzle, towards the end, by the temple....there was no skip and as no one has written a walk through, I was stymied for a bit. I know a bit about musical notation which helped me in the end but I can imagine that it would be totally ...Show more

I have to tip my hat to these developers....I can see that a lot of love and hard work went into this game, and it shows...
The only issue I had was with the bell puzzle, towards the end, by the temple....there was no skip and as no one has written a walk through, I was stymied for a bit. I know a bit about musical notation which helped me in the end but I can imagine that it would be totally frustrating for most...
I hope that more games will be forthcoming ! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

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An Excellent Game ...

PostedSeptember 21, 2014

OzGuy

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Skill Level:Expert

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Sensational Graphics, Sounds, Animations, Effects And So On ...

This Is An Amazing Game, Only Some Of The Voice Bits Letting it Down ...

Prepare To Get Stuck, As This Game Is No Walk In The Park ...

I Hope There Are Many More Games Like This One On Way .... A Massive Game At A Standard Price ... Or A Voucher ...

I recommend this game!

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MELISSA K IS PURE GOLD! TEN STARS! BRAVO!

PostedOctober 1, 2014

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Ah!
A superbly written plot with creative puzzles, hidden objects, and yes, you have to work this game as answers aren't going to fall into gamers' laps with a glance at a Study Guide or Walkthrough. Work that brain, fellow gamer! Scrub the scenes using your tools and pay attention to detail. Everything you need to know is right there in the game.
Totally satisfying gameplay--the same difference ...Show more

Ah!
A superbly written plot with creative puzzles, hidden objects, and yes, you have to work this game as answers aren't going to fall into gamers' laps with a glance at a Study Guide or Walkthrough. Work that brain, fellow gamer! Scrub the scenes using your tools and pay attention to detail. Everything you need to know is right there in the game.
Totally satisfying gameplay--the same difference between a frozen dinner and a gourmet meal.
Fascinated with my journey to mysterious Thailand. BRAVO!
Thank you Developers. I especially loved being able to go back and re-play the puzzles and hidden objects to beat the best time, achieve 100% accuracy and collect all the reclining Buddha statues.

Amazingly clever with painstaking artistic details, music, drama, humor and more all rolled into a Standard Edition game. I've paid a fortune for Collectors Editions with far less quality.

Enjoy! -Mama Mia- Show less

I recommend this game!

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