Dark Parables: Return of the Salt Princess > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

Overall rating

5 / 5

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THE SALT PRINCESS BRINGS BACK A LOT OF MEMORIES AND THE DARK PARABLES THAT I LOVE

PostedApril 13, 2018

biscuitsmama

fromWhat an awesome game. Brings back memories of how intricate games once were!

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Skill Level:Expert

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

The Dark Parables series returns with game number fourteen in the series with the first seven games developed by Blue Tea Games after which the subsequent games were all developed by Eipix. Call me old school but Return of the Salt Princess is everything that I loved about the original games that had gorgeous graphics, beautiful FROG (fragmented object game) scenes, and excellent puzzles.

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The Dark Parables series returns with game number fourteen in the series with the first seven games developed by Blue Tea Games after which the subsequent games were all developed by Eipix. Call me old school but Return of the Salt Princess is everything that I loved about the original games that had gorgeous graphics, beautiful FROG (fragmented object game) scenes, and excellent puzzles.

You once again take on the role of the fairy tale detective and this time you are out to find the missing princess of the Grak Kingdom. I’m not going to bother with the storyline synopsis since others do it quite well and with far more humor than I, suffice it to say that you are in for a great time as you track down the princess and find your way around the old kingdom.

I’m quite surprised by this game because it emulates the earlier games so well that I am not really sure if the game is a work shared by the two developers (Blue Tea and Eipix) or if maybe Blue Tea has taken up the reins once again. Perhaps it is all Eipix and they followed the original formula, but whatever the case may be, I love the result. The game is authentic right down to the map that no longer seems to be a jump map (at least it doesn’t work on my computer) which is the one complaint I had with the original games and now with this one. The game also reverts to the old style of offering only three modes of gameplay – Easy, Normal, and Hard with no other options such as turning off the tutorial. All minor for me since I’ve got what I like the most with the great graphics, FROGS, and puzzles.

The CE version of the game includes the following extras: 20 Cursed Objects, 20 Parable Pieces, 58 Pop-up Notes, and 24 Special Items to find as you play the game. Other extras include 26 Achievements, 12 Wallpapers, 24 Concept Artwork, 5 Music Tracks, 6 Movies, 9 Puzzles to play, Bonus Game Moonlight Romance, and the 57-page Strategy Guide.

I love this game mostly because it is so much like the original games in the series. Although I think the gorgeous artwork and the FROGS are terrific I do miss the special touches that EIPIX added with their technical expertise. I find it more difficult to navigate the game and miss having a jump map as well as the option to select a custom mode of gameplay. That being said, this game is perfect in every other way and it brings back the beauty of the Dark Parables games. I purchased the game as soon as it was available but as always, please try the demo to see if Return of the Salt Princes is a game you will enjoy. Following is a list of other games in the series. Happy Gaming!

Curse of Briar Rose Mar 2010 (Blue Tea Games)
The Exiled Prince Feb 2011
Rise of the Snow Queen Dec 2011
The Red Riding Hood Sisters Sep 2012
The Final Cinderella May 2013
Jack and the Sky Kingdom Feb 2014
Ballad of Rapunzel Jun 2014

The Little Mermaid and the Purple Tide Nov 2014 (first game from EIPIX)
Queen of Sands May 2015
Goldilocks and the Fallen Star Nov 2015
The Swan Princess and The Dire Tree Jul 2016
The Thief and the Tinderbox Sep 2016
Requiem for the Forgotten Shadow Feb 2017 Show less

I recommend this game!

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Love this game

PostedApril 17, 2018

BrasheddLing

fromBirmingham Alabama

Skill Level:Expert

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

Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This game reminds me of The Exiled Prince and The Curse of Briar Rose. Not just referencing the characters in those two but having elements of them that I absolutely loved.

Return of the Salt Princess has beautiful graphics. Interesting puzzles. I love hidden and morphing objects and Salt Princes has HOS more like the two games I already mentioned.

Kudos to the creators for giving us such ...Show more

This game reminds me of The Exiled Prince and The Curse of Briar Rose. Not just referencing the characters in those two but having elements of them that I absolutely loved.

Return of the Salt Princess has beautiful graphics. Interesting puzzles. I love hidden and morphing objects and Salt Princes has HOS more like the two games I already mentioned.

Kudos to the creators for giving us such a beautiful and enjoyable game. Please keep them coming! Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Truly a 5 Star Game

PostedNovember 15, 2018

LikeAGoodStory

fromFlorida

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object

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Dark Parables: Return of the Salt Princess

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This is my first Dark Parables game and I am delighted it is a series! The storyline is superb, detailed but not boring, and as the title of the series indicates, not your usual parable.

As others have commented, the FROGS are a delight, and I would love to see more of these. My preference is adventure vs hidden object but to me, FROGS fit the storyline more than the usual HOPS.

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This is my first Dark Parables game and I am delighted it is a series! The storyline is superb, detailed but not boring, and as the title of the series indicates, not your usual parable.

As others have commented, the FROGS are a delight, and I would love to see more of these. My preference is adventure vs hidden object but to me, FROGS fit the storyline more than the usual HOPS.

The graphics are exceptional. Scene after scene, I was struck by the detail and most often, I just stayed in a scene to admire it, searching out more than what I needed for the story. And the music that accompanies the beauty of this game is just as intricate. Indeed, a pleasure to listen to all on its own.

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I recommend this game!

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Well done adventure tale

PostedJanuary 16, 2019

pedroG4mac

fromSacramento County

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Current Favorite:

Lost Lands: Mistakes of the Past

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

As the final chapters were solved, the search for answers and solutions intensifies. I don't like to rely on hints, but the guide was essential when I was confounded. The map is more of a chart, because I was unable to jump within scenes. By exploring each new scene, their creative genius is more apparent. As with life, this is a rewarding adventure, with lots of unknowns, some clear choices, and ...Show more

As the final chapters were solved, the search for answers and solutions intensifies. I don't like to rely on hints, but the guide was essential when I was confounded. The map is more of a chart, because I was unable to jump within scenes. By exploring each new scene, their creative genius is more apparent. As with life, this is a rewarding adventure, with lots of unknowns, some clear choices, and some that are not so obvious. Well done, to all the talent that collaborated on this project. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Going on a limb...

PostedJuly 14, 2019

Ironic_Twist

fromMilky Way

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Time Management

Current Favorite:

Burger Shop 2

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

I'm going out on a limb here, but I would say that this is probably the best of the Dark Parables games. If you're already a fan, I would highly recommend buying this game. Then settle in. You get what you pay for here. This isn't a game you'll blow through in two hours.
If you're new to the series, this probably isn't where you want to start. However, if you're simply looking for a standalone ...Show more

I'm going out on a limb here, but I would say that this is probably the best of the Dark Parables games. If you're already a fan, I would highly recommend buying this game. Then settle in. You get what you pay for here. This isn't a game you'll blow through in two hours.
If you're new to the series, this probably isn't where you want to start. However, if you're simply looking for a standalone game, this game fits the bill. If you're interested in following the overall story line you can play the games in order, although that's certainly not necessary.

Part 1 - Curse of Briar Rose
Part 2 - The Exiled Prince
Part 3 - Rise of the Snow Queen
Part 4 - The Red Riding Hood Sisters
Part 5 - The Final Cinderella
Part 6 - Jack and the Sky Kingdom
Part 7 - Ballad of Rapunzel
Part 8 - The Little Mermaid and the Purple Tide
Part 9 - The Queen of Sands
Part 10 - Goldilocks and the Fallen Star
Part 11 - The Swan Princess and the Dire Tree
Part 12 - The Thief and the Tinderbox
Part 13 - Requiem for the Forgotten Shadow
Part 14 - Return of the Salt Princess
Part 15 - The Match Girl’s Lost Paradise
Part 16 - Portrait of the Stained Princess Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Architecturally good Hidden Object Game

PostedMay 6, 2018

flutterby2006

fromNSW, Australia

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 just love the fairy tale atmosphere and the graphics are so enjoyable to look at. I also enjoy the hidden object sections where you have to find the missing parts instead of searching for a named object. I always enjoy the Princesses adventures.

I recommend this game!

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She's a Bit Salty!

PostedMay 22, 2022

JulzCat

fromCharlotte, NC

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

You're summoned to a town where a princess is missing and covering the world in deadly salt. Can you save her and find out the truth behind her lineage?!

Blue Tea brings it again!!! Like other reviewers stated, this is reminiscent of the earlier Dark Parable Games. The world is HUGE! At first I didn't like not having the teleporting map but after a while it felt like a nice challenge. Even in ...Show more

You're summoned to a town where a princess is missing and covering the world in deadly salt. Can you save her and find out the truth behind her lineage?!

Blue Tea brings it again!!! Like other reviewers stated, this is reminiscent of the earlier Dark Parable Games. The world is HUGE! At first I didn't like not having the teleporting map but after a while it felt like a nice challenge. Even in this standard edition, there were lots of goodies to find, like fragments of fairytales and morphing objects. The hidden object scenes in these games are of course always filled with beautiful shards of jewels and the puzzles were lots of fun!

We get a sad ending, but honestly, the story was very gripping! I truly enjoyed this one. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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SWEET

PostedMay 30, 2018

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I really like this game from beginning to end..I do like all the Dark Parables!

I recommend this game!

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The Dark Parables we love is back

PostedApril 29, 2018

AdrianaIP

fromState College, PA

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

After a few disappointing entries we finally got the real Dark Parables back.

Good storyline, with references to earlier games, good pace. good visuals, nice FROGS.

Everything we used to love and which somehow seemed lost is here.

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

love the series

PostedFebruary 25, 2019

almawings

fromDacula, GA

Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

this one is also great
lots of puzzles, some easy and some not.
great story line also
easy to find objects.

well worth downloading

I recommend this game!

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