The Curio Society: Eclipse Over Mesina Collector's Edition > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

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Just Plain Fun

PostedNovember 29, 2015

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

Ya know, every so often a game comes along that is just pure fun! Not too difficult, easy maneuverability, colorful characters and lots of variety in the things to do. Oh, and not to mention how you don't have to tax your brain trying to locate all the CE extras, they just seemed to pop up and inform you as you moved along in the game, Sure the storyline isn't new or original but there are a lot ...Show more

Ya know, every so often a game comes along that is just pure fun! Not too difficult, easy maneuverability, colorful characters and lots of variety in the things to do. Oh, and not to mention how you don't have to tax your brain trying to locate all the CE extras, they just seemed to pop up and inform you as you moved along in the game, Sure the storyline isn't new or original but there are a lot of games out there that are repetitive and resemble one another. That being said I think sometimes we need to give more kudos to the Developers who crank out game after game for our pleasure and entertainment. Where would we be without them? While the other reviews described the game itself in more detail, I just wanted to add that I had a lot of fun playing this one, it is a wonderful game for those dreary Winter weekends. Try it for yourself and see what you think. Show less

I recommend this game!

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I'll play this one again!

PostedNovember 28, 2015

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Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Match 3, Mahjong, Card & Board

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

I like the graphics very much. The characters were easy to tell apart; the scenery was fine. The scenery was realistic enough for me. I also like it that they used the full spectrum, instead of having one predominating color (Like purple, or gray, or blue…)

The music doesn’t wow me but doesn’t irritate me either. (I wish Big Fish would give us separate stars for graphics and music! Not to mention ...Show more

I like the graphics very much. The characters were easy to tell apart; the scenery was fine. The scenery was realistic enough for me. I also like it that they used the full spectrum, instead of having one predominating color (Like purple, or gray, or blue…)

The music doesn’t wow me but doesn’t irritate me either. (I wish Big Fish would give us separate stars for graphics and music! Not to mention give us a nice empty star to signify “no stars.”)

I found the mechanics to be easy to use, except when I finished the main game and went for the bonus. Whatever it was that they gave us to click on didn’t work for me; I had to go back to the main menu. (And here my memory fails me – I think I had to click on start; I know I clicked on the bonus window that was chained up during the main game.)

There were a few mini-games in both the standard and the bonus that either had bad directions, or the directions bounced off of my odd brain. I prefer to think it’s their fault! (grin)

Some objects are too close to the bottom of the screen, making it hard to pick them up without exiting the HOS.

I think the story is different enough from the hordes to be good. I enjoyed it. There was enough logic to keep me from being booted out of The HOPA Zone ™ and makes it above average.

It seems to be placed in the late 1920s to early 30s, based on cars and costumes. If our characters are very slow to update their fashions in dressing and cars, then I have no problem with the 1946 TV in the case. I was a bit disconcerted by the computer, but after all, it’s a secret society, and they could have had access to these new-fangled things.

I wasn’t thrilled by the bonus game – it’s full of easy mini-games except for the ones where the directions made no sense to me - until I got to the end! It’s a surprise, so keep going.

Some language-based gripes:
In one puzzle, close to the end, the writers reversed horizontal and vertical.
A “disk” is round, not square!

HOPA Zone™ mysteries:
Once again, I have a mental snort when we walk around a room, stealing stuff, with a person right there. Couldn’t we have a dialog box where that person says “take whatever you need” every time we enter that room? Or have the graphics folks remove the person?

I wish all the devs, not just Domino, would realize that flag-arms do not open mailboxes. They just tell the mail carrier that you have outgoing mail for her/him to pick up.

While most of the anachronisms were explainable, on a projector not belonging to the Curio Society, the power switch would have been labeled On and Off, not l and O.

Lastly, a Western saddle on a camel?? I don’t think so, Tim.

Over all – this is a game I know I will play again. I really enjoyed it. Keep up the good work, Domino! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Take That, Gargoyle!

PostedDecember 2, 2015

Kay_Erin

fromMilwaukee, WI

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Fun Factor

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Level of Challenge

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Storyline

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TITLE: THE CURIO SOCIETY: ECLIPSE OVER
MESINA, CE

HOW MANY SETTINGS? Four: Casual, Advanced, Hardcore and Custom.

GRAPHICS: Excellent, fun things to look at and find! I especially liked the Egyptian artifacts and cartouches.

MAP: Yes, and interactive. (Hint for beginners: If you can’t find any place to go on the map you probably have something in your inventory you need to do, or there is ...Show more

TITLE: THE CURIO SOCIETY: ECLIPSE OVER
MESINA, CE

HOW MANY SETTINGS? Four: Casual, Advanced, Hardcore and Custom.

GRAPHICS: Excellent, fun things to look at and find! I especially liked the Egyptian artifacts and cartouches.

MAP: Yes, and interactive. (Hint for beginners: If you can’t find any place to go on the map you probably have something in your inventory you need to do, or there is something or somewhere else you need to find in your present place.)

PUZZLES: Pretty good, although a couple of times I thought there would be a puzzle and the game just did the actions for me. I was on casual, so maybe I will try a harder level next time, although it didn’t say that certain levels had harder puzzles.

HOS: Excellent, and I really enjoyed them. Actually had to switch to the alternate game (match 3) when I couldn’t find the last items in some HOS, a rarity for me, if I do say so myself!

MUSIC: Turned it off. Irritating for me when the music gets more intense: I basically like a calm atmosphere!:)

STORY LINE: You are recruited to a mysterious society after you are in the papers for solving some pretty difficult and dangerous cases. Others have summarized the plot, but I will add the bonus game is outstanding and tells the back story of one of the members of the “Curio Society” It doesn’t affect the story so you don’t actually need it.

MY TAKE: A wonderfully strong HOPA that is sure to delight intermediate and beginner players. I’m not an expert so I don’t speak for them! This is definitely worth it and one of my favorites this year. And referring to the title of my review you get to shoot ugly gargoyles throughout the game; got me in touch with my inner cowgirl! I agree with tucker_ratdog: This game is just a heap of fun!

LAST PLAYED: December 02, 2015 Show less

I recommend this game!

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Gargoyl Delight

PostedNovember 29, 2015

torga

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I'm so glad I tried this game, I'm loving it. Lots of mini games and some ho scenes, items to find, lots to do.

Don't let the bad reviews stop you, try it, you just might be surprised, like I was.

I'm not far into the game, but, can say with certainty that it's going to be one of my favorites.

I recommend this game!

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GARGOYLES IN “FLIGHT” FROM JUSTICE. LAST “SCENE” – IN THIS GAME ATTACKING VILLAGERS

PostedNovember 28, 2015

sunnyglow

fromAfter playing the demo, I have developed a fondness for the misunderstood gargoyle. Sprouting my wings and flying to new places within my mind, instead of smashing them, I have decided to adopt one.

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Skill Level:Expert

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Gargoyle statues are springing to life with the help of an ancient evil presence, Ignotus the Magician. As these winged menaces begin attacking the town citizens, a secret society, The Curio Society, has asked for your help. This game magically has me under its spell. I love the colorful, comic-book style graphics. This is a puzzle-intense game containing a variety of games in varying degrees of ...Show more

Gargoyle statues are springing to life with the help of an ancient evil presence, Ignotus the Magician. As these winged menaces begin attacking the town citizens, a secret society, The Curio Society, has asked for your help. This game magically has me under its spell. I love the colorful, comic-book style graphics. This is a puzzle-intense game containing a variety of games in varying degrees of difficulty. Most are easy; however, there are a few which are slightly difficult. There is quite an array of gimmicks in this game. You are given a suitcase full of gadgets to help you in the case, courtesy of the Curio Society. You also acquire a real “ball of energy” named Henry. You collect coins to purchase 12 items for your Relic Room.

The mini-games are numerous and vary in difficulty and style. Most of the puzzles are easy, but there is an array of those which are moderately difficult. One puzzle contains three levels increasing in difficulty with each successive level. They include variations of moving tiles puzzles, matching puzzles, switching puzzles, and replacement puzzles. The puzzles are the best part of the game and very well-crafted.

The HOP scenes are not as numerous and are somewhat interactive. They are decent; however, to me, they are not as brilliantly executed as the mini-games. You can opt to play a themed Match 3 game instead. The HOP scenes include lists of items to locate and silhouette items. There is one multi-step HOP scene in the demo. There is also a HOP scene in which you must match up symbols before eliminating them from the scene.

In my opinion, this game is a vast improvement from other games by this dev. Being newly inducted into this secret society, it is up to you to prove yourself worthy to uphold the lofty values of this group. In your first case working for this secret society, will you be able to defeat Ignotus the Magician? You will be smashing quite a few gargoyles in this game. I loved the demo so now I am off to purchase this game and to adopt my own gargoyle.

LEVELS: Casual, Advanced, Hardcore, Custom
Hints and Skips – 15 to 90 seconds. There is a penalty for random clicking in the HOP scenes.

EXTRAS:

Map is given to you at the start of the game
29 Achievements
Collect coins to purchase 12 items for a Relic Room
Suitcase to exam evidence
Ball of energy named Harry
Strategy guide
Usual wallpaper, soundtrack artwork, screensavers, relic room

HERE ARE THE DETAILS (SPOILERS) FOR THOSE WANT MORE INFORMATION ON THE HOP SCENES AND MINI-PUZZLES

HOP SCENES: You have the option to play a Match 3 game instead
A. List of items. Somewhat interactive.
B. Multi-Step. (1) Silhouette. Find a specific number of 3 items (2) List of items to locate
C. List of items to locate. Somewhat interactive
D. Locate matching symbols in coals to eliminate them

MINI-GAMES: AND COMMENTS ON MY NEW FOUND PET GARGOYLE
A. Your eyes are like gems.” Variation of a moving tiles puzzle. Move disks so that the color of the large circle matches in color to the two smaller gems surrounding it. EASY
B. “Your inner beauty is picture perfect.” Variation of a moving tiles puzzle. Rotate tiles to create a picture. Moving one tile affects the others surrounding it. MODERATELY DIFFICULT
C. “I have stars in my eyes”. Variation of a matching puzzle. Locate the correct constellation in the sky by matching those on a chart. Place lightning bugs on the correct constellations. 3X EASY TO MODERATELY DIFFICULTY
D. “Your inner beauty has pierced my heart”. Variation of a matching puzzle. Match up 3 pieces of four swords Exchange tips and hilts of these four swords so that they match up correctly. EASY
E. “You are the picture of inner beauty.” Variation of a switch puzzle. Switch triangular tiles to create a picture EASY
F. “You “restore” color to my life.” Replacement puzzle. Locate items and replace them back into a scenes to restore color to the picture.
G. “You “restore” the reason for life –to stay alive.” Variation of a switch puzzle. Switch wedges of 6 circular disks to restore pictures and names of people. EASY
H. “It’s complicated. Your inner beauty consists of many complicated patterns.” Variation of a pattern puzzle. Move colored gems so they match up with a pattern in a picture. MODERATELY DIFFICULT Show less

I recommend this game!

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A Great Game ...

PostedDecember 13, 2015

OzGuy

fromAustralia

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Skill Level:Expert

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Great Graphics, Sound, Effects, Animations, Voice & Video Bits ...

I'm Hoping This Might Be The Beginning Of A Series For This Agent ... The Concept Was Well Done ...

Plenty Of Adventure With A Nice Mixed Bag Of HOG Styles & Puzzles ...

Bonus Chapter Is A Nice Addition To The Main Story ...

Well Worth Getting On A Special Deal ...

I recommend this game!

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i love this this game

PostedNovember 30, 2015

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I really love this game
Thank you very much big fish games

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One of the best.!!!

PostedNovember 28, 2015

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Storyline

5 / 5

This game tops all. I did not finish the trial so I can purchase This game as soon as I can. Everything is just perfection. What else to say Try it and you will say. Try and top this game.

I recommend this game!

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Welcome to Our Powerful Secret Society!

PostedDecember 13, 2015

miuccia21

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Current Favorite:

Mystery Case Files ®: 13th Skull ™ Collector's Edition

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Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

This game invites you to join a powerful secret society that has an owl as their symbol. Also this story is full of hidden clues that you need to realize about their real meaning so you can understand the real purpose of your life.
The rituals that you need to accomplish to get accepted in the secret society are going to be hard but are going to be worthy because you are going to be rewarded with ...Show more

This game invites you to join a powerful secret society that has an owl as their symbol. Also this story is full of hidden clues that you need to realize about their real meaning so you can understand the real purpose of your life.
The rituals that you need to accomplish to get accepted in the secret society are going to be hard but are going to be worthy because you are going to be rewarded with everything that you have ever wanted. Show less

I recommend this game!

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I WANT MORE

PostedDecember 28, 2015

coolgirl17

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle, Hidden Object, Adventure, Match 3, Large File, Strategy, Marble Popper, Arcade & Action, Word, Mahjong, Card & Board, Family

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

LOVE THE STORY LINE i wish they make more but make it more different places .anyway keep up with the work.

I recommend this game!

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