Northern Tales 5: Revival > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

Overall rating

5 / 5

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If only I had waited.

PostedFebruary 7, 2020

Cyril48

fromNew Zealand

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Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

As I expect with most die hard Northern Tales fans having to wait for the SE to come out was too much and like me you just had to buy the CE. Well there is hardly any difference, most of the extras are here and for only 6 extra levels in the CE plus no strategy guide I should have hung on but the pull was too much lol.
If you did wait or have not seen this game before go for this one. I did only ...Show more

As I expect with most die hard Northern Tales fans having to wait for the SE to come out was too much and like me you just had to buy the CE. Well there is hardly any difference, most of the extras are here and for only 6 extra levels in the CE plus no strategy guide I should have hung on but the pull was too much lol.
If you did wait or have not seen this game before go for this one. I did only give 4 stars for the CE so now add on the extra star for this. This is the one to get. Enjoy Show less

I recommend this game!

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An old friend. (but a bit smaller?)

PostedFebruary 7, 2020

Joybelle_2

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

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This is classic TM and classic Northern Tale. A build, gather and meet goals. But it is a lovely series and we haven't had one for a while. And just like most things even though they are what you remember, they have kind of shrunk, like the sweets you ate as a kid. Same thing..but smaller. There are only 40 levels on this compared to the 50 they used to offer.

Having said that..I let them ...Show more

This is classic TM and classic Northern Tale. A build, gather and meet goals. But it is a lovely series and we haven't had one for a while. And just like most things even though they are what you remember, they have kind of shrunk, like the sweets you ate as a kid. Same thing..but smaller. There are only 40 levels on this compared to the 50 they used to offer.

Having said that..I let them regain the star I was going to take off because they left one of the most fun parts in the SE that you usually only get with a CE. There are number of hidden objects on each level (you can see how many on the ? at the top)..when you find one by moving your cursor around a rainbow appears where it is. As long as you have gained your 3 stars you can go back and get the objects and your score will stay. But you cant just go back and get the objects and go out...must play the level out the level out till the end again, (but you don't need to worry about your score, your 3 will stay). If you don't finish the level out again.the objects wont register.. (perhaps that's why we only get 40 lol)

There are a couple of technical issues, it is a bit slow to load and if your cursor is a bit 'floaty' go to options and 'untick' the box. This happens lately in some games.

There are wolves to scare, people to consult, buildings to upgrade, magical stones to destroy and lots of bonuses for more of stuff or extra workers etc. It is really just standard TM, but what sets it apart are the wonderful graphics, a sense of warmth with the characters and the strategy is top notch.

As always try the demo, its not perfect in the mechanics, and the levels are a bit of a short change, but all in all its the wonderful game we have always loved. Enjoy Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

5 of 5 found this review helpful

Worth every penny!

PostedSeptember 7, 2020

Bruno613

fromTempe AZ

Skill Level:Beginner

Favorite Genre(s):Strategy, Time Management

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Northern Tales 5: Revival

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This is truly a treat for any fan of TM games or Strategy games. Love this series. Worth every penny it is fun, the visual and sound is wonderful. The story is also entertaining. I like how you don't have to collect resources from buildings. Also it is fun to find the hidden objects. About 3 per level. There is enough challenge for long time TM game players but if you want to play in relaxed mode ...Show more

This is truly a treat for any fan of TM games or Strategy games. Love this series. Worth every penny it is fun, the visual and sound is wonderful. The story is also entertaining. I like how you don't have to collect resources from buildings. Also it is fun to find the hidden objects. About 3 per level. There is enough challenge for long time TM game players but if you want to play in relaxed mode like me it's fun to play. Graphics are really good. I give it 5 stars. Amazing job by the developers each game is worth buying. Show less

I recommend this game!

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This was a really fun one!

PostedFebruary 19, 2020

chicklets50

fromEugene, Oregon

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Strategy, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I really enjoyed this one. It was really a challenge finding all of the hidden rainbows. There weren't as many levels as other games but I enjoyed it just the same.I'll be watching for #6!

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

Northern Tale

PostedJune 5, 2024

boricuaqueent

fromUSA

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Me and my boys love this game its so cute but what I loved the most is that my boys being special needs it help them focus on what task they needed to do like collect food or wood and start building the places bigger to collect more. At first they were confused but then I showed them a little then they managed on their own which was progress, and its not a dangerous game

I recommend this game!

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4 / 5

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WHY DID I BUY THE COLLECTOR'S VERSION IF THE STANDARD EDITION OFFERS THE SAME THINGS?

PostedFebruary 7, 2020

pennmom36

fromThere was absolutely no reason to pay twice as much for the CE version!?!!!

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Skill Level:Expert

Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

I bought the CE version of Northern Tales 5: Revival sight unseen because I have always loved Northern Tales. I downloaded this Standard Edition version today to see what the game was like without the challenging Hidden Objects but they are included in this version too, in fact, there are still 67 Achievements. and 8 specialty items as well! The CE version didn't include a Strategy Guide anyway, ...Show more

I bought the CE version of Northern Tales 5: Revival sight unseen because I have always loved Northern Tales. I downloaded this Standard Edition version today to see what the game was like without the challenging Hidden Objects but they are included in this version too, in fact, there are still 67 Achievements. and 8 specialty items as well! The CE version didn't include a Strategy Guide anyway, so I wish now that I would have just patiently waited for this 41-level SE version! :(

My favorite feature in this long-awaited 5th addition to Northern Tales was the maddening, crazy-challenging HIDDEN OBJECTS! Each scene has a specified number of hidden objects to find (2-3) and the only way you're going to find them is by scanning the cursor over the scene w/o clicking to start the level. until a rainbow pops up, they are usually hidden in the rocks that are scattered about, but even then they are super hard to spot!

You can choose to play in a Multi-Click Mode, a Normal Mode or a Relaxed Untimed Mode of difficulty and there are still 67 Achievement Rewards available and 41 Main Levels included. The CE version has 6 Additional Bonus Levels (I have to cry foul because all the other Northern Tales games had 50 levels and they were only available in Standard Editions)

Time Management games such as this one require you to clear paths, repair bridges and ladders, collect food and resources such as ore and gold, and you will need to repair and build pig farms, fix potholes, mine for gold, clear boulders and remove rubble, collect ingredients for potions, etc. You meet new people on every level that of course, require completing a task before they can help you with yours, (or construct a place of residency) such as feeding giants, chasing away wolves, and there's always a Viking or two that needs to be rescued.

This is a really fun and very addictive game, but it does require some strategy. The mechanics are uncomplicated, and easy to figure out, but the goals can be challenging to meet within the specified time to earn Gold. There are several Bonuses to help you achieve your goals, such as Time Freeze for 15 seconds, +1 Viking worker for 20 seconds, Faster Workers, Restore Resource on the Magic Places, +1 Resource Selected, and Faster Building Production (you can reuse multiple times but they must recharge after each use). You can also exchange resources with the Merchants at a rate of exchange that is favorable to the Merchant.

Specialty Items:
*Giant's Brew-level 5
*Swamp Slush-level 8
*Magic Apple-level 11
*Fire Element-level 15
*Cave Mushroom-level 18
*Dragon Scale-level 21
*Dragon Egg-level 26
*Heart of the Mountain-level 31

Collector's Edition Version Extra's:
6 Additional Bonus Levels, 9 Wallpapers, Music Soundtrack.

Collector's Edition & Standard Edition Versions Extra's:
67 Achievement Rewards, Challenging Hidden Objects (3 per scene) 8 Specialty items.

NORTHERN TALE SERIES LIST
Title***Standard Edition Release Date***Average Rating

1-Northern Tale 1 SE only (October 15-2012) 4.8
2-Northern Tale 2 SE only (November 12-2013) 4.4
3-Northern Tale 3 SE only (April 8-2014) 4.5
4-Northern Tale 4 SE only (July 30-2014) 4.8
5-Northern Tale 5: Revival SE version (February 7-2020) n/a

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I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

4 / 5

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Fun! Just Two Teensy Annoyances

PostedMarch 7, 2020

beltie

fromNorthern Virginia

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Large File, Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Love the storyline. Good replay. Excellent challenge.
Controls are responsive. Graphics are excellent as well.

The two teensy annoyances that made me rate this 4 stars vs 5 stars are:

1. The time to load the screen is obnoxiously long. Appreciate the graphics and little tidbits of info, but yikes!!

2. Finding the hidden objects is the other issue. They are sooo small, that it is nigh on ...Show more

Love the storyline. Good replay. Excellent challenge.
Controls are responsive. Graphics are excellent as well.

The two teensy annoyances that made me rate this 4 stars vs 5 stars are:

1. The time to load the screen is obnoxiously long. Appreciate the graphics and little tidbits of info, but yikes!!

2. Finding the hidden objects is the other issue. They are sooo small, that it is nigh on impossible to find them during normal game play. At least for my tired 'ol eyes. Have to catch them on replay and then, as another reviewer noted, you have to complete the level for it to count. I'm one of those that feels the Game isn't completed if I don't attain every achievement, so I am going back to get them, but it feels like a chore :(

Other than those two items, enjoyed the game very much and I do recommend it. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

4 / 5

5 of 5 found this review helpful

Fun and challenging

PostedFebruary 7, 2020

Lifesaver54

fromMonona WI

Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Current Favorite:

Delicious: Emily's Home Sweet Home Collector's Edition

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Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

Beautiful graphics. Loads rather slowly between levels. Repetitive sayings from the workers whenever they are sent to do something. Sometimes the storyline is confusing and hard to follow.

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Overall rating

4 / 5

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Missed Northern Tales

PostedMay 19, 2020

cowclaudia

fromArizona

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Card & Board, Hidden Object, Match 3, Time Management

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Vacation Adventures: Park Ranger 10 Collector's Edition

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Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

Have all the previous games and played them to the point of boredom. I like this new one - granted pretty much the same game play with gathering resources, building and upgrading buildings and bonuses such as speed up icon, buying another Viking, etc but still enjoyable and definitely a challenge - had to start several levels over. And love the music.

Cons? Miss looking for the hamsters tho ...Show more

Have all the previous games and played them to the point of boredom. I like this new one - granted pretty much the same game play with gathering resources, building and upgrading buildings and bonuses such as speed up icon, buying another Viking, etc but still enjoyable and definitely a challenge - had to start several levels over. And love the music.

Cons? Miss looking for the hamsters tho this game does have "find the objects" which 9/10 so far found barely any.

Good game to pass the time without the usual offerings of doom and gloom. Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

3 / 5

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Northern Tales 5: Revival

PostedNovember 6, 2020

LynnieP

fromPakenham, Victoria, Australia

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Match 3

Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

3 / 5

I have played all of Northern Tales releases and have to say I am disappointed with this one. It takes too long to load and the breaks between levels also takes too long. Apart from these two complaints I have enjoyed playing the game.

I recommend this game!

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