Dark Dimensions: Homecoming > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

Overall rating

5 / 5

121 of 138 found this review helpful

I'm Coming Home!

PostedMarch 14, 2015

pennmom36

from"The voices told me to never stop building"

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

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Phantasmat Collector's Edition

(100)

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This story reminds me of the Winchester Mansion, a house under constant construction, staircases that lead to nowhere, twists and turns that shouldn't be there, and even hidden rooms, all because of one woman's obsession to continue building, because that's what the house wanted! Dark Dimensions has put their own twist on the Winchester Mansion, with the Barton Manor located in Whispering Hollows, ...Show more

This story reminds me of the Winchester Mansion, a house under constant construction, staircases that lead to nowhere, twists and turns that shouldn't be there, and even hidden rooms, all because of one woman's obsession to continue building, because that's what the house wanted! Dark Dimensions has put their own twist on the Winchester Mansion, with the Barton Manor located in Whispering Hollows, a house that continues to grow, because the voices have commanded Martha Barton to do so! Your parents were Dark Dimension investigators who disappeared while investigating this possessed house, which has just claimed your sister as it's latest victim! Can you and your partner, Rocky, rescue her from this evil Manor before it's too late?

Who's Rocky? Your best friend, a Siberian Husky who seems to have enough energy for this case and a few other haunted houses. DD has done a remarkable job with this character, very realistic, fluid movement, and just the right amount of puppy charastics to make you fall in love, and want a Rocky of your own. It really annoys me when games can't quite pull it off and animals walk sideways, or they have jilted movements. There are Plus indicators for some of the inventory items requiring you to interact with the item or combine the item with another inventory item. Your smartphone is where you will access all your notes, and objectives as well as access the map which is located on your phone as well.

The Hidden Object Scenes, yes there are a bunch, and yes, some of the scenes are repeated, but they are extremely interactive list finds, with lot's of puzzles and clues held within. You can opt for a Match 3 game. The Mini Games are also in abundance, and range from simple puzzles, such as turning disks to complete a picture, to elaborate more in depth thinking games. I enjoyed most of the games but if I have to choose my favorite, it would be re-creating pictures by using various paints and stencils, in the correct order. I also liked the game that required you to use directional arrows to move a flame, which would move until it hit something in that direction, making sure that the flame touched several symbols within 6 moves. I only wish that game had several more sections that became increasingly more difficult.

The Collectors Edition has Achievements, Match 3, Wallpapers, Concept Art, a Developers Diary, Rocky's Room and Collectible Paw Print Coins (which allows you to buy items for Rocky), Morphing Objects, Music, a built in Strategy Guide and a Bonus Chapter, enjoy! Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Good captivating game.

PostedMarch 13, 2015

soul4ever

fromseattle, wa

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

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Phantasmat: The Endless Night

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Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

I have other two games of this series and so on a whim I decided to buy this game and do not regret it.
This is a HOPA game with a storyline of a cursed house and you the hero need to figure the curse out nothing new about ghosts and curses in this story by the way, yet interesting enough to play it and all while finding objects and using them in the right areas, solving easy puzzles and going ...Show more

I have other two games of this series and so on a whim I decided to buy this game and do not regret it.
This is a HOPA game with a storyline of a cursed house and you the hero need to figure the curse out nothing new about ghosts and curses in this story by the way, yet interesting enough to play it and all while finding objects and using them in the right areas, solving easy puzzles and going through very interactive HO scenes. The HO is list interactive and some using items in order to find others.
There are levels of difficulty to choose from. You have a cute husky dog to help you, a hint button, a notebook that records the progress of the story and an interactive map. The graphics are of a good quality, the music is OK and fits the story.
I do not know what the length of the game is but from where I am right now in the game it seems like there's still more to go and do on the map so it could be a fairly long game, but I am not sure how long.
I do recommend this game, though some will find it too easy and not challenging, I enjoy playing it for the relaxing value of it. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Two Years Old?

PostedJune 22, 2017

Yanie1020

fromIowa, USA

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Skill Level:Expert

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This game is over two years old and I'm having the best time with it. Don't pass this by.

I'm a puzzle lover, and there are some more difficult ones in this game, along with several easier ones also. The HOPs are a lot of fun because they vary in what you need to do. You'll see.

I tend to keep my reviews short so people will read them. I've also stopped writing reviews on every game I ...Show more

This game is over two years old and I'm having the best time with it. Don't pass this by.

I'm a puzzle lover, and there are some more difficult ones in this game, along with several easier ones also. The HOPs are a lot of fun because they vary in what you need to do. You'll see.

I tend to keep my reviews short so people will read them. I've also stopped writing reviews on every game I play. I'd rather comment on the games I have the most fun with. Isn't that what it's all about? Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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IT'S NOT ALL MARTHA'S FAULT!

PostedNovember 10, 2016

pcpat923

fromJersey Girl

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Favorite Genre(s):Large File, Mahjong

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Dark Dimensions: Wax Beauty Collector's Edition

(95)

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Definitely recommend the CE of which I only left a four-star rating that I'm increasing to five stars. Homecoming is an outstanding part of the Dark Dimensions. Don't let the growing vines dissuade you. As the game gets rolling they appear less often. Game is very lengthy, above-average and packed with hidden objects, puzzles, mini-games. Obviously, Daily Magic poured their hearts into this game. ...Show more

Definitely recommend the CE of which I only left a four-star rating that I'm increasing to five stars. Homecoming is an outstanding part of the Dark Dimensions. Don't let the growing vines dissuade you. As the game gets rolling they appear less often. Game is very lengthy, above-average and packed with hidden objects, puzzles, mini-games. Obviously, Daily Magic poured their hearts into this game. Their love of Siberian Husky, Rocky is evident as well.

Homecoming is a classic that will stand the test of time.
Enjoy! -Mama Mia- Show less

I recommend this game!

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Lots of Fun to Play

PostedMarch 12, 2016

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fromIndiana

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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 tried out the free trial this morning but wasn't sure what to expect with all the bad reviews, mostly based on the technical aspect of the game (which by the way, isn't supposed to be what your review is based on according to the review guidelines). I am happy to report that I did not experience one glitch or any kind of technical problems. It's always a good idea to try a game before you buy it ...Show more

I tried out the free trial this morning but wasn't sure what to expect with all the bad reviews, mostly based on the technical aspect of the game (which by the way, isn't supposed to be what your review is based on according to the review guidelines). I am happy to report that I did not experience one glitch or any kind of technical problems. It's always a good idea to try a game before you buy it and make sure it will run on your computer. It ran great on mine. (Windows 10)

I used the hint button a lot throughout the game and it was always helpful with information of where to go or what to do. It even transports you to the location so you don't have to find it on your own.

I can usually tell in the first five minutes if I like a game enough to buy it. This game started off fun and got better as it progressed. I knew I would buy it but played most of the demo anyway before purchasing because I didn't want to stop playing.

Graphics were very good.

Mini-games were some I had seen before and some I had not. Most of them were in sync with the theme of the game and I thought they were fun to play. I really liked the one where I had to dig up stuff that Rocky had buried in his dog house. That was a hoot! There were tons of games--so if you like mini-games you will especially like this game. I counted 5 in one scene alone! I had to skip a few because I couldn't figure out the logic required to beat the game. The directions were easy to understand but sometimes the playing level was beyond my abilities.

My granddaughters played most of the game with me and they loved it. So much so that they want to play it again! They really liked Rocky and the skeleton hand that reaches out to grab you! They kept replaying that scene over and over to watch the hand!

The storyline was interesting even though it was easy to figure out where it was going. I didn't think the vines were intrusive to the game play as some other players did. I thought they added to the story in a good way.

I finished the whole game and will put it on my list of games to replay. I am very happy I bought it! Ignore the low reviews (like I did) and try the game out for yourself. I think you will be surprised at how good it is. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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great game

PostedMarch 14, 2015

seamigh

fromRedding, CA

Skill Level:Intermediate

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

love the game the puzzles are not the same old same old, my dog helper is lots of fun, the ho are quite different from most games.

I recommend this game!

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A Haunted Mansion

PostedMarch 30, 2015

deddu

fromCalifornia USA

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

Great game with lots to do. It has a map, notes and a video diary. The hidden objects are inter-active as you have to fine pieces of one object to locate another and so on. The mini-games are not too difficult and there is a great variety. You also have a dog named, Rocky, to assist you. The game plays like an CE (it is long and complicated). The hint button is helpful and you sometimes can ...Show more

Great game with lots to do. It has a map, notes and a video diary. The hidden objects are inter-active as you have to fine pieces of one object to locate another and so on. The mini-games are not too difficult and there is a great variety. You also have a dog named, Rocky, to assist you. The game plays like an CE (it is long and complicated). The hint button is helpful and you sometimes can teleport. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Superb Game

PostedMay 10, 2017

Kimmycoo

fromVirginia USA

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Cadenza: Havana Nights Collector's Edition

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I cant think of one thing negative to say about this game. Everything was PERFECT~
Beautiful scenes, I loved the real places. What I mean by that is that it had real looking places that could exist in our world. Im tired of weird looking worlds or strange scenes. I loved the houses and all of the puzzles. This is the best game Ive played in a while now.
WORTH IT!
LOVED the Husky too!

I recommend this game!

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Excellent Game

PostedJune 30, 2016

jw063043

fromFlorence, OR

Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Current Favorite:

Dark Dimensions: Homecoming

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This was one of the best games I've ever played! The music and graphics were amazing and the HO scenes were so much fun! It was easy to find the objects, and it was interactive! Meaning you had to find an object and then use it to find another object, which made it more challenging! And the mini games were fun too, and I was able to complete most of them without having to resort to the skip ...Show more

This was one of the best games I've ever played! The music and graphics were amazing and the HO scenes were so much fun! It was easy to find the objects, and it was interactive! Meaning you had to find an object and then use it to find another object, which made it more challenging! And the mini games were fun too, and I was able to complete most of them without having to resort to the skip button. It has an interactive map, but it really wasn't necessary, as the hint button provided all the help I needed to navigate through the game. And the story line was great! All in all it was a great game, and I plan on buying more Dark Dimensions games in the future. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Loved this game!

PostedJanuary 8, 2017

grunny50

fromFolsom, CA

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

It has everything I like: lots and lots of HO's, puzzles, a story that works, and good sound quality. Hours of play, and no overdone cinematics. A really cute and friendly doggy to help you in spots where you can't reach an item you need, and beautiful scenes. You won't be disappointed with this one!

I recommend this game!

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