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Just In - Faerie Solitaire
We've just heard from Subsoap that the final version of Faeries Solitaire is ready! Click here to download the game from Subsoap, and as a special promotion during the first week of launch you can use the discount code FAERIES at checkout to receive 10% off. Those ordering the game from Subsoap will also receive a digital goodies package that includes a Faeries screensaver, Faeries wallpapers, a "Making-Of" digital art book, and more. Write a review of the game here, and chat about it in our forum.
CLUE Accusations and Alibis Review
What happens when a board game and hidden object game collide? The answer, of course, is CLUE Accusations and Alibis, a new downloadable puzzler from RealGames based on the mystery classic from Hasbro.
Treasure Seekers: The Enchanted Canvases Review
Treasure Seekers 2: The Enchanted Canvases from Artogon is a thoroughly enjoyable Hidden Object/Adventure game that shows that at least in casual gaming, sequels often improve on the original. Beautiful graphics, well-balanced gameplay, and puzzles that are engaging without being too hard combine for a game that’s sure to be a hit.
PopCap Sale and Toys!
The PopCap store is officially open for business and stocked with Peggle plush toys, squeaking Chuzzles, limited edition medallions, and more. Unfortunately you can only order from the store if you're a U.S. resident, but as a consolation PopCap is offering 20% off all of its PC and Mac downloads (excluding Plants vs. Zombies) until June 4. Simply use the coupon code SAVE20 at checkout.
IronCode Software founders talk about Pahelika: Secret Legends
Brothers Pallav and Gaurav Nawani are the founders of IronCode Software and the creative team behind the adventure game Pahelika: Secret Legends. We caught up with Pallav and Gaurav to learn more about their studio and the inspiration behind Pahelika.
Mysterious Worlds: The Secret of Oak Island Review
For more than 200 years, treasure hunters and mystery buffs have been fascinated by Oak Island, a tiny place off the south coast of Nova Scotia, Canada that's rumored to be home to a cache of buried treasure. Many have tried and failed over the years to successfully excavate the island's fabled "Money Pit," which has only fuelled the legend further. You'll get to try your luck too in Cerebral Vortex Games' new hidden object game, Mysterious Worlds: The Secret of Oak Island.
Just In - Wedding Dash: Ready, Aim, Love!
Wedding Dash: Ready, Aim, Love! has launched over at PlayFirst, and for a limited time PlayPass members downloading the game will also receive Fashion Dash for free. Download Ready, Aim, Love!, write a review, and chat about the game in our forum.
Hide & Secret 3 Preview
Anarchy Enterprises has given us a sneak peek at some screenshots from the upcoming Hide & Secret 3. H&S3 is a "puzzle adventure" evolution of its hidden object game predecessors, Hide & Secret: Treasures of the Ages, and Hide & Secret 2: Cliffhanger Castle, and the main story will be ste in Egypt and loosely based on the ancient Egyptian "Book of the Dead."
iPhone: Trivial Pursuit
As an absolute trivia nerd, I met the announcement of Trivial Pursuit for the iPhone with both excitement and dread. Trivia nerds around the world agree, there are two things that Trivial Pursuit is known for; insanely difficult questions and creating a fantastic group experience. But the iPhone is aimed at keeping things simple, and generally focuses on the single player. Could EA somehow overcome these cross-purposes and make a great portable trivia experience despite this situation?
Casual News - May 29, 2009
PlayFirst announces three new games; IGN asks if Apple should enter the console gaming business; and eGames publishers its second developer diary for The Dracula Files. These headlines and more behind the cut.
