Hidden Expedition: A King's Line Collector's Edition > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

Overall rating

5 / 5

52 of 61 found this review helpful

excellent story line

PostedJune 17, 2021

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I have only played the demo, but the story line was new, there was traveling to at least 3-4 locations. so you didn't spend a lot of time doing the back and forth. I wasn't a big fan of the sunset locations, seemed to make it a little hard to spot stuff but maybe that was the point. Not a lot of collectors items, the ones you did collect were a part in the mythic tale the game was about.
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I have only played the demo, but the story line was new, there was traveling to at least 3-4 locations. so you didn't spend a lot of time doing the back and forth. I wasn't a big fan of the sunset locations, seemed to make it a little hard to spot stuff but maybe that was the point. Not a lot of collectors items, the ones you did collect were a part in the mythic tale the game was about.
I'd buy this for sure, but prob wait for a sale. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Real Or Not, King Arthur Is An Historical Icon

PostedJune 17, 2021

HeavenBound7729

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Skill Level:Expert

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

If not for this great hero we would be missing many exciting adventures in books and movies. I'm glad to see that H.E.L.P. is involved in this story, leading me to believe that we'll have a fun game with H.E. taking us on an interesting journey. I think the early Hidden Expedition games were the best.

I bought fewer of them as they started changing, but today's release pulled me in again. I've ...Show more

If not for this great hero we would be missing many exciting adventures in books and movies. I'm glad to see that H.E.L.P. is involved in this story, leading me to believe that we'll have a fun game with H.E. taking us on an interesting journey. I think the early Hidden Expedition games were the best.

I bought fewer of them as they started changing, but today's release pulled me in again. I've always loved the educational value of the games, a great learning opportunity if all the facts are accurate. The Medieval Ages are so interesting and King Arthur and his Knights contribute much to the fascination. I liked the old Fact Cards better than today's disks.

The graphics are beautiful with lots of color and an interesting cast, well depicted in character and voice. There are not tons of collectibles as falsely claimed in every synopsis, but at least Domini has us collecting something different from their typical assortment. As usual there isn't much challenge, but I still enjoy the search. The number of HOPs and games are not overwhelming, which I appreciate.

I've enjoyed the very interactive HOPs, there is a good variety and I like the storybook scenes. The puzzles were fun for the most part, not involving a lot of time. They're playable in easy or hard mode, sometimes I need that option but the challenge in hard mode wasn't so difficult. Although I'm not a puzzle lover, I don't have anything to grump about with the one's here.

There are enough activities and tasks to move the game along at a steady pace. A good map helps with travel though I've used it only twice. The scenes/locations aren't drenched in Domini's favorite neon colors, the music is okay. The 4 play modes make this game entertaining for any skill level and the theme should appeal to all ages with a good mystery to solve as well. Will Rutland realize his dream of building a great research facility? Or will H.E.L.P. be able to protect the valuable piece of land involved in its construction? A good controversy to be played out in today's Hidden Expedition.

The game is running smoothly, I am approaching the end of the adventure. I hope the Bonus Chapter is a continuation of this story, not something totally unrelated. At this point, it feels like I've not been playing a terribly long time, so I don't think this game will be of great length. It just depends on each player's own particular pace and how many puzzles were skipped, I guess. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Sorry, but I thought it was great

PostedJune 18, 2021

Lissi22

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I am surprised about so much negative comments.luckily I tried the game anyway. For me it is a really nicely done adventure game with a very interesting story and good extras. The length of the game is fine, there are much shorter ones that are sold as collector's edition. I also found the bonus game a great addition. Please definitely give it a try first, I definitely enjoyed it.

I recommend this game!

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ANOTHER HIDDEN EXPEDITION MASTERPIECE

PostedJune 17, 2021

sunnyglow

fromHurrah! For once, the collectibles did not include coins or tokens to exchange for knights, medieval armaments, or anything else to fill up some room in a museum or castle.

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Skill Level:Expert

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

REVIEW BASED UPON THE ENTIRE GAME
4 Chapters Plus a Bonus Chapter – Strategy Guide: 48 pages (My time: 5 hours)

OPINION: Enjoy an epic, action-packed adventure researching the authenticity of the Arthurian legends. For me, this is one of the best Hidden Expedition games produced. I commend Domini on a well-written gaming script. I found the stories from both the main chapter and the bonus ...Show more

REVIEW BASED UPON THE ENTIRE GAME
4 Chapters Plus a Bonus Chapter – Strategy Guide: 48 pages (My time: 5 hours)

OPINION: Enjoy an epic, action-packed adventure researching the authenticity of the Arthurian legends. For me, this is one of the best Hidden Expedition games produced. I commend Domini on a well-written gaming script. I found the stories from both the main chapter and the bonus chapter interesting in their purview of these legends. I am not certain if the facts behind the theories purported in this game are authentic, but they do provide a unique perspective which I have never seen before.

Domini always provides more game for the money and this one is no exception. As in their other games, there are three collectibles – fact disks, shields, and souvenirs. I found most easy to locate within the scenes. At the end of the game, the player can read the fact disks to learn more about the legends and other facts covered in the game. I appreciate this aspect of this series – it is educational as well as entertaining and a great game for players of all ages. I found the graphics creatively designed. I feel it has good pace with a variety of activities. It is an easy play, and I found no errors within the game.

MECHANICS:
• Four (4) levels of play including a customized version.
• 31 achievements.
• Collect 15 fact disks, 11 shields, and 15 souvenirs.
• 10 wallpapers along with concept art, music, and video sequences.
• Replay 17 HOP scenes and 18 mini-games.

BONUS CHAPTER. It is a sequel. You are off to Wales to authenticate a golden cup which is believed to be part of the Arthurian legend. However, conflict will arise when a fellow H.E.L.P. colleague wants to preserve an item which is cursed. The world may be destroyed if this item is not. I found this chapter a nice addition to the main chapter. However, I was surprised that there are few collectibles to locate within this chapter. Most scenes do not have a collectible. However, there plenty of activities with five (5) HOP scenes and eight (8) puzzles.

HOP SCENES: There are eighteen (18) HOP scenes, seventeen (17) of which can be replayed at the end of the game. They include lists of items, silhouette, matching, rebus clues, spot the differences, and storybook scenes. They are highly interactive. Returning are the scenes with morphing objects. I enjoy watching the items blink within the scenes. As in other games, a Match-3 game can be played instead of the scenes.

My only complaint are the storybook scenes. Most of the scenes involve one or two historical scenes in which to locate the items. However, to me, the relationship between the item to be found and the item itself did not compute logically with me. I could understand a skull for death, but the images for “conquest” and “battle” to me in one of the scenes did not make any sense. To me, a knight, in a scene with many other knights, does not stand out as being associated with either a conquest or a battle.

MINI-GAMES: This is a puzzle lover’s dream game. There are twenty-nine (29) mini-games, eighteen (18) of which can be replayed at the end of the game. Most can be played in either an “easy” mode for an easy breezy game or in a “hard” mode for more of a challenge within the game. There are some creatively designed games. I loved the bridges and ladders puzzle and a connection puzzle involving flags on a globe. Both are unique! There is one puzzle I found somewhat challenging; however, most of the “hard” versions of the puzzles are not terribly difficult.

SPOILERS: HERE ARE SOME OF THE MINI-GAMES AFTER THE DEMO: (E = Easy; H = Hard)

A. E/H. Assembly puzzle. Position parts of two knights to match those on a given diagram. In the hard version, moving one part of a knight affects those on the other knight.
B. Bridges and ladders puzzle. Using levers, position bridges and ladders on a building to reach the top. As you position them, you will be shown the path you have created.
C. E/H. Connection puzzle. Connect flags on a globe as per a given diagram. The hard version has more flags to connect.
D. E/H. Sequence puzzle Move planets to their matching slots on a maze. Planets must be pushed in the proper sequence for all to end up at their proper slots. The hard version has two more planets to move.
E. Lock puzzle. Enter a given code for a lock on a safe.
F. E/H. Matching puzzle. Use a magnifying glass to locate molecules by moving a tablet up, down and sideways. The harder version has more molecules to locate.
G. E/H. Assembly puzzle. Place berries in a box so none overlap. The hard version has more berries to place In the box.
H. Switch/Logic puzzle. Switch shields on the Round Table as per given clues.
BONUS CHAPTER:
I. Mathematical puzzle. Using buttons to move a latch -3, -4, and +5, spaces on a grid, create an equation of moves so that a latch is removed in 7 moves.
J. Rope puzzle. Untangle a rope so no sections cross.
K. E/H. Battleship. Clear a grid of square tiles except those which conceal traps. There are numbered indicators which help deduce where traps are located. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Challenging Game

PostedJune 17, 2021

ElephantSong

fromPort Elizabeth, RSA

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

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I have played Hidden Expedition games before and thoroughly enjoy them. I particularly like the developers who create games of high quality with vibrant colours and first class storylines.

I recommend this game!

+11points

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Hidden Expedition: A King's Line Collector's Edition

PostedJune 18, 2021

andrewhow180

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I enjoy playing games by this developer and I enjoy playing games based on fantasy I have played many games in the past based on Camelot and my two recent games are hidden object games and I enjoy playing the hidden object games better than the older games

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Enjoying Game - One of the Better Ones

PostedJune 18, 2021

CNew

fromLas Vegas, NV

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I loved this series but the last few I did not purchase. I think this one is a good game based on the demo I have purchased it. I like the storyline, art work and the puzzles so far are fun. Also glad they brought the fact cards back. I do admit I get tired of many of the same things such as the dog toy, building a ladder, etc. I wish they could come up with some new ideas, with that said I am ...Show more

I loved this series but the last few I did not purchase. I think this one is a good game based on the demo I have purchased it. I like the storyline, art work and the puzzles so far are fun. Also glad they brought the fact cards back. I do admit I get tired of many of the same things such as the dog toy, building a ladder, etc. I wish they could come up with some new ideas, with that said I am still enjoying the game. Try it, hopefully you will enjoy it too! I don't understand some of the really negative reviews...to each their own. Show less

I recommend this game!

+7points

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Arthurian expedition

PostedJune 28, 2021

mariekje71

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

First I just love everything Arthurian. Everything. So my review is colored.
But I just love this game. Good pace, good story, good challanges. My kind of game. Thumbs up!!!

I recommend this game!

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Great Game Play

PostedJuly 5, 2021

barbi62

fromWaterfall KZV SA

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

King Arthur we are all intrigued by him - I thoroughly enjoyed this game from beginning to end. The puzzles where not easy but were do-able which made the enjoyment even better I even payed the extra mini game which was also fun

I recommend this game!

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Were's the sword.

PostedJuly 2, 2021

RPgames

fromNM

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Has a excellent story line but I have a interest in this type of stories.
Pretty much the best of the new series of Hidden Expedition and I think one of the better ones including the original series.
One dose look around for items but not over the top.
Dialog was good but not a lot of it .
Voice actors were good and the graphics were good also with maybe a little odd color choice but this ...Show more

Has a excellent story line but I have a interest in this type of stories.
Pretty much the best of the new series of Hidden Expedition and I think one of the better ones including the original series.
One dose look around for items but not over the top.
Dialog was good but not a lot of it .
Voice actors were good and the graphics were good also with maybe a little odd color choice but this didn't bother the game play much.
One can nick pick this game but you can do that with any game I guess.
Try the free part and if you like it the rest is the same.
Game didn't seem real sort but the bonus round seemed to be about the same length . Show less

I recommend this game!

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