Doctor Life: Be a Doctor! > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

Overall rating

5 / 5

46 of 50 found this review helpful

Yes! A fresh concept!

PostedMarch 18, 2014

Geronimo76

fromCalifornia, USA

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Match 3, Strategy, Time Management, Puzzle

Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

Not your traditional time management, more simulation, puzzl-ish and definitely a speed memory game. Time management comes in when you have to treat your patients quickly to earn combo bonuses.

I was initially worried that the game would be childish, but I soon realized that there was nothing childish about it aside from the graphics. The game uses real life treatments and diseases which is ...Show more

Not your traditional time management, more simulation, puzzl-ish and definitely a speed memory game. Time management comes in when you have to treat your patients quickly to earn combo bonuses.

I was initially worried that the game would be childish, but I soon realized that there was nothing childish about it aside from the graphics. The game uses real life treatments and diseases which is something different from most games out there. Gameplay-wise, it can get quite manic at times due to the sheer number of patients, but I liked that there is no penalty for not treating all of your patients so I can take my time with each diagnosis.

My daughter gave it a run as well and she's loving it. It's great that she looks up to me for the correct diagnosis and treatment!

Some things I discovered that made my experience better:
* Mouse wheel scroll zooms out so you don't need to pan around so much.
* Keyboard controls (arrow keys) work in scrolling the scene.
* The correct answer flashes so it's okay to get answers wrong - there is a learning process through it.

Definitely a breath of fresh air from all the HOG games.

Worth a try and if you like learning new things, you'll love it! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Amazingly different!

PostedAugust 14, 2014

Lonnieball

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Strategy, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Okay, so at first I didn't know what to expect from this game, but as soon as I figured out how it is, I loved it.
This game is extremely different from your ordinary time management game, which is refreshing. There is put zero pressure on you throughout the game; you can do it as slowly or as quickly as you'd like. It doesn't require a lot of thinking, but you DO need to combine symptoms into a ...Show more

Okay, so at first I didn't know what to expect from this game, but as soon as I figured out how it is, I loved it.
This game is extremely different from your ordinary time management game, which is refreshing. There is put zero pressure on you throughout the game; you can do it as slowly or as quickly as you'd like. It doesn't require a lot of thinking, but you DO need to combine symptoms into a single diagnosis, then choose the correct treatment for that illness.
It IS kind of repetitive, but you don't really find yourself finding it repetitive. Or at least, I didn't.
I find this game amazing. The only thing is that you can't see your whole hospital on the screen (you can't zoom out far enough) once it gets a little big, but that does not lower the fun of this game.
Overall, I love it, and I surely think you'd love it too. Show less

I recommend this game!

+10points

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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The perfect game from which my sled fell.

PostedOctober 28, 2020

Hrobarka

fromSlovakia

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Time Management

Current Favorite:

Doctor Life: Be a Doctor!

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

An old game that I discovered by accident, because I like Time Management Games - and the new ones can't fully captivate me. And really, - my eyes almost fell out! Nice environment, tension, - and the opportunity to gain knowledge ... It's all in this game. I'm from Slovakia, so I had to bother with a little knowledge of a foreign language in the field of healthcare, - but then ... Great. I really ...Show more

An old game that I discovered by accident, because I like Time Management Games - and the new ones can't fully captivate me. And really, - my eyes almost fell out! Nice environment, tension, - and the opportunity to gain knowledge ... It's all in this game. I'm from Slovakia, so I had to bother with a little knowledge of a foreign language in the field of healthcare, - but then ... Great. I really recommend the game. I haven't had that nerve in a long time. Show less

I recommend this game!

+2points

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Challenging

PostedMarch 26, 2014

gabeaustin

fromUSA

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Time Management, Strategy

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

very fun new game, lots of levels and new challenges. disease diagnosis and treatment combined with making money/expanding the hospital. play at your own pace.

I recommend this game!

+2points

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Fun Doctor Sim

PostedMarch 17, 2014

kumhon

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

Very good game that gives lots of educational value. Fun~

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

4 / 5

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Is There A Doctor In The House?

PostedMarch 17, 2014

pennmom36

fromStrep throat treatment is NSAIDS?

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Skill Level:Expert

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

Current Favorite:

Mystery Trackers: Raincliff's Phantoms Collector's Edition

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Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

This game needs to be played for about 10-15 minutes before you can appreciate it because the first few levels are tutorials and very repetitive. At the start of each level, you are given a quest such as adding a laboratory or diagnosis room or earning $500. Before you start the level you need to restock your supplies of ice packs, heat packs and various medications, each item cost money so you ...Show more

This game needs to be played for about 10-15 minutes before you can appreciate it because the first few levels are tutorials and very repetitive. At the start of each level, you are given a quest such as adding a laboratory or diagnosis room or earning $500. Before you start the level you need to restock your supplies of ice packs, heat packs and various medications, each item cost money so you need to figure out how many items you can afford. When a patient comes in an icon will appear that indicates what the primary symptom is, such as a sprained wrist or ankle. You click on the patient and a pie chart appears on the right with 4-5 possible diagnosis and all of the symptoms the patient is experiencing is on the left. You then decide what the problem is, such as a headache with a sharp pain behind the eyes, matches the diagnosis of sinusitis. You then choose which treatment to use from a list of 4 possibilities in this case nasal spray is the correct treatment. Other diagnosis options are sprains, pneumonia, colds, strep throat, myalgia and even eye sties, with treatment choices of hot and cold packs, NSAIDS, nasal sprays and paracetamol, as you progress new treatment plans become available. You start out as an unknown Doctor and earn awards that boost your neighborhood status to barely known and so forth until you become a very likeable and well known Doctor. At first glance, I really thought this would be a very boring and slow paced game but it does progress nicely and the higher the levels, the more things there are to choose from which keeps the pace interesting, so don't give up to quickly and I think you will have fun, enjoy! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

4 / 5

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A Cute Little Game!

PostedMarch 17, 2014

cele3

fromMinnesota

Skill Level:Expert

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

Current Favorite:

Settlers of the West

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Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

If you're looking for a fast paced game with all the bells, whistles, and buzzers, look elsewhere. If you are wanting a fun game that will fill in some time without straining your brain, this could be your cup of tea.

That being said, I found this little game to be rather enjoyable. The story line is cute, and I like the style of graphics. I played about 30 minutes of the demo, and decided to buy ...Show more

If you're looking for a fast paced game with all the bells, whistles, and buzzers, look elsewhere. If you are wanting a fun game that will fill in some time without straining your brain, this could be your cup of tea.

That being said, I found this little game to be rather enjoyable. The story line is cute, and I like the style of graphics. I played about 30 minutes of the demo, and decided to buy it (using the St. Patty's Day discount). I think it's worth $5. Show less

I recommend this game!

+13points

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Overall rating

4 / 5

7 of 9 found this review helpful

Good

PostedMarch 21, 2014

amethyst111

fromEngland, UK

Skill Level:Expert

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

Current Favorite:

Life Quest 2

(191)

Fun Factor

3 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

3 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

2 / 5

I enjoyed this game and finished the trial, it was a refreshing new take on the time management games and a nice change from the usual repeated style which is one reason I may decide to buy it.

The title 'doctor life' though makes me think of games such as 'Magic life' and 'life quest' and as i absolutely love those type of games, i was a little disappointed to find it wasn't that kind of game.

I recommend this game!

+5points

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Overall rating

3 / 5

30 of 38 found this review helpful

Made for touch screens

PostedMarch 17, 2014

debby369

fromtn

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Large File, Strategy, Time Management

Current Favorite:

Fable of Dwarfs

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Fun Factor

3 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

2 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

This is a pad game. It does not do well for PC's, and I can only imagine it must be worse on pads. The graphics are too big, forcing you to constantly move around to find the wandering patients, wherever they may be. And the music, please stop the music, there is no volume control, just on or off.

I don't recommend this game.

+22points

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Overall rating

3 / 5

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It is basically a memory game

PostedMarch 18, 2014

wabtm

fromSwindon, England

Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Current Favorite:

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Fun Factor

3 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

2 / 5

Level of Challenge

2 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

Do a quick review of the symptoms and match it to the condition. (Multiple Choice of 3). Then choose how to treat the condition (again multiple choice of 3). However, if you get it wrong first the correct answer flashes so the next time you know what the game wanted. So you just have to remember what to click.

The music problem which has been noted... When you start the game and you turn off the ...Show more

Do a quick review of the symptoms and match it to the condition. (Multiple Choice of 3). Then choose how to treat the condition (again multiple choice of 3). However, if you get it wrong first the correct answer flashes so the next time you know what the game wanted. So you just have to remember what to click.

The music problem which has been noted... When you start the game and you turn off the music when you do the tutorial it turns it back on... the people who are saying that you cannot click pause or anything to turn it off. Well you have to play through the tutorial with it on as to do the tutorial you have to click only where they say to click but once that is done you can click pause, options etc and turn it off. An the tutorial is a quick 1 to 2 mins. So not really a problem. Show less

+6points

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