Echoes of Sorrow > iPad, iPhone, Android, Mac & PC Game

Overall rating

5 / 5

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What a little gem!!

PostedSeptember 1, 2012

XenSpiderbrains

fromPortland, Oregon

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Brain Teaser, Puzzle

Current Favorite:

Redemption Cemetery: Grave Testimony Collector’s Edition

(148)

Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I tried this game because it was recommended to me by the site, and I cannot believe it has as few as nine reviews. Why did no one try this? It is so dark and creepy and fun and twisty turny!

Here's how I know a game is a 5-star for me: I didn't have to mute the music and I didn't skip the cut scenes. Normally the music in these games makes me want to stick a fork in my ear and the cut scenes ...Show more

I tried this game because it was recommended to me by the site, and I cannot believe it has as few as nine reviews. Why did no one try this? It is so dark and creepy and fun and twisty turny!

Here's how I know a game is a 5-star for me: I didn't have to mute the music and I didn't skip the cut scenes. Normally the music in these games makes me want to stick a fork in my ear and the cut scenes only serve to keep me from playing the game. I was deeply invested in this story. So, so well done!

I know that a whole bunch of people who play these games prefer voice overs to written narrative, and obviously that's a matter of personal opinion. Unfortunately, I think there are some people who wouldn't even give Echoes of Sorrow a shot once they found out there was no voice over. Personally, I would rather have zero voice over than some of the over-dramatized ones that I've heard on other games. Think of it as an interactive graphic novel.

The game can be a tad too easy, so if you want something more challenging, make sure to pick the hardest setting. If you want casual adventure, then Echoes of Sorrow on the easy setting will give you a pleasant distraction without a ton of frustration.

I highly, HIGHLY recommend this game. At the very least give it a try! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

14 of 15 found this review helpful

Good game for beginners

PostedJune 30, 2012

mnlght_maiden

fromMaine

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Word, Hidden Object, Mahjong, Strategy

Current Favorite:

Stray Souls: Dollhouse Story

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Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

4 / 5

The game is based on a woman with amnesia, who's in a coma. You have to explore her past to reveal it, therefore unburdening her heart. It's a mystery to the end, pretty much.
I like the game because of it's plot, and if I get annoyed with other games, this is a simple one I can come back to.
I bought it in a 6- game pack from Wal*Mart, it was a side game I'd already played and liked.
Because of ...Show more

The game is based on a woman with amnesia, who's in a coma. You have to explore her past to reveal it, therefore unburdening her heart. It's a mystery to the end, pretty much.
I like the game because of it's plot, and if I get annoyed with other games, this is a simple one I can come back to.
I bought it in a 6- game pack from Wal*Mart, it was a side game I'd already played and liked.
Because of its larger objects in the hidden object scenes, it's a good game for beginners in the hidden object genre. Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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For fun and a good get a way from stress

PostedJune 18, 2013

marlena362438

fromMedina, NY

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Current Favorite:

Escape from Thunder Island

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Overall. excellent. I loved the story and plot and it was an easy relaxing game to play, not one to get you frustrated. By that I mean for example the HOS's were what they should be. It wasn't hard to find the objects. So you don't get so frustrated looking for a teeny bit of an object so well hidden its a pain playing. I also just finished, Committed: Mystery at Shady Pines. What a fantastic game ...Show more

Overall. excellent. I loved the story and plot and it was an easy relaxing game to play, not one to get you frustrated. By that I mean for example the HOS's were what they should be. It wasn't hard to find the objects. So you don't get so frustrated looking for a teeny bit of an object so well hidden its a pain playing. I also just finished, Committed: Mystery at Shady Pines. What a fantastic game except the HOS's were down right terrible. I couldn't find almost anything which took away from the game's enjoyment. But back to this game the HOS's were reasonable and the game flows along easily. Just a lot of fun to play. You'll enjoy this one! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

8 of 8 found this review helpful

Definitely a sleeper hit in my book!

PostedApril 13, 2013

TopazMystique

fromUSA

Skill Level:Intermediate

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

Current Favorite:

Echoes of Sorrow

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I only review games that I think are rated too high or too low and this one is rated way too low in my book!

Echoes of Sorrow is one of those games that just got under my skin and I couldn’t stop playing until I finished. Yes, the hidden object scenes are on the easy side but I still got stumped along the way. I thought the graphics were excellent for a 2-year old game although a little dark in ...Show more

I only review games that I think are rated too high or too low and this one is rated way too low in my book!

Echoes of Sorrow is one of those games that just got under my skin and I couldn’t stop playing until I finished. Yes, the hidden object scenes are on the easy side but I still got stumped along the way. I thought the graphics were excellent for a 2-year old game although a little dark in some of the hidden object scenes but it still wasn’t dark enough that I had to change the brightness on my PC.

But this game gets an EXCELLENT rating in my book for the story alone. The story… Wow… what a cliff-hanger! I felt like I was right in the middle… reliving everything that was happening. I really got into the story as it progressed with my emotions taking over and of course jumped to the wrong conclusion (happily) towards the end. But it is one of the best stories that I have encountered in a long time in a casual game!

I will definitely be on the lookout for more games by this developer! Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

6 of 6 found this review helpful

An Enjoyable Play

PostedMay 8, 2013

SassyDetectives

Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Puzzle

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

I thought the game was super fun! It's grand for a fast-paste play. Instead of wondering around, looking for things to do, you can solve puzzles, talk to characters, hunt for clues, and do a bit of sleuthing in record time, and also be entertained.

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Not Your Usual Ghostly Game

PostedMarch 22, 2013

CelticCoco

fromGlendale, CA

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Hidden Object, Card & Board, Puzzle

Current Favorite:

The Chronicles of Emerland Solitaire

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Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

4 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

Just finished this one after trying it years ago, and I must say it was a pleasant surprise. Once I got past the initial part of the game I discovered a wonderful mystery story that truly captured my attention.

Our heroine (us) is in a coma and reliving moments in her life as she tries to piece together what happened to her. This is no evil spirit trying to take over the world story; rather this ...Show more

Just finished this one after trying it years ago, and I must say it was a pleasant surprise. Once I got past the initial part of the game I discovered a wonderful mystery story that truly captured my attention.

Our heroine (us) is in a coma and reliving moments in her life as she tries to piece together what happened to her. This is no evil spirit trying to take over the world story; rather this is the story of a woman's past and where her life has brought her. For anyone who has lost loved ones, and wonders how their decisions in life could have made things different, this is the game for you.

The mini games are not the hardest, nor are the hidden object scenes difficult, but this game will get you thinking. Not quite linear, some things can be done in your own order and still bring you to the quite satisfying conclusion. The hint button is not the best, but will let you know what things still need to be done. The load times between scenes are long, but offer good tips, and the story line is best left to play out – if you click too soon you might miss an important point.

I loved this game! Show less

I recommend this game!

+5points

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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The Game That Made Me Fall In Love With Hidden Object Games

PostedJuly 20, 2016

JulzCat

fromCharlotte, NC

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Skill Level:Intermediate

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object

Current Favorite:

Insane Cold: Back to the Ice Age

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I've played this game several times over the years and STILL love playing it. It was one of the first I played that made me truly fall for HO games. The graphics and music are beautiful, the story line is sad, but original. In my book, it's neither too long nor too short.

My only criticism would be that the hints aren't really useful, but you can always look up the Big Fish walk-through for ...Show more

I've played this game several times over the years and STILL love playing it. It was one of the first I played that made me truly fall for HO games. The graphics and music are beautiful, the story line is sad, but original. In my book, it's neither too long nor too short.

My only criticism would be that the hints aren't really useful, but you can always look up the Big Fish walk-through for this game (it was REALLY helpful). Show less

I recommend this game!

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5 / 5

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Echoes of Sorrow, sad storyline

PostedMay 4, 2013

PJBV

fromIndonesia

Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Brain Teaser

Current Favorite:

Echoes of Sorrow

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Fun Factor

5 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

5 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This game has a very sad story line with a very deep meaning of the reality in life. It makes me cry and realize how my life is a lot better. It's a very exciting game to play, I recommend this game for mystery games lovers!!! ^^ I played it once and I definitely want to play it again, LOVE it!!!

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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Woah, talk about a dark theme!

PostedAugust 24, 2021

Kay_Erin

fromWisconsin

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

Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

5 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

I'm enjoying my excursion through the old BF games; some of them are really epic when it comes to story telling. This is a case in point.
It all starts off innocently enough, a child hood accident, very sad, but...
Then as you go through the game it gets spookier and spookier! And the reason behind all the problems very gradually becomes clearer. Rose is really brave as she faces her demons and ...Show more

I'm enjoying my excursion through the old BF games; some of them are really epic when it comes to story telling. This is a case in point.
It all starts off innocently enough, a child hood accident, very sad, but...
Then as you go through the game it gets spookier and spookier! And the reason behind all the problems very gradually becomes clearer. Rose is really brave as she faces her demons and nightmares.
The hidden objects are fairly straight forward. What isn't is where you go next! This game very much depends on your exploring everything and clicking everywhere - but not too fast!
If you like adventure and HOS you will love this game. A very good buy:) Show less

I recommend this game!

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Overall rating

5 / 5

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ENGAGING STORY!!

PostedOctober 29, 2014

paramiti

fromTennessee

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Skill Level:Expert

Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Large File, Strategy, Time Management

Current Favorite:

Silent Scream: The Dancer

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Fun Factor

4 / 5

Visual/Sound Quality

4 / 5

Level of Challenge

3 / 5

Storyline

5 / 5

This is one of my favorite HOPA games
Based on the Story
Creative Stories are Hard to Find
This Story Kept me Very Interested and Curious

I recommend this game!

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