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schuldiner
GZ Points: 612
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l8nytsimmer
GZ Points: 193
Posted on Nov 12, 2009, 4:37pm
5 Stars
Season of Mystery: The Cherry Blossom Murders
User Review by l8nytsimmer
for me, this game was a breath of fresh air. Just like anyone else, I like a challenge, but I also thoroughly enjoy a simple HOG, that does not include a lot of complicated player interactions, and confusing puzzles. And I most enjoy a good story. This game presents us with an old fashioned whodunit, combines with lovely art and graphics. I was happy to pay my $6.99 to Big Fish so I could continue the action after the 1 hour trial. If you like an uncomplicated game, that provides a couple of hours of relaxing fun, then I highly recommend this one. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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molly539
GZ Points: 394
For Fishdom fans another Fishdom holiday theme - this time Christmas. In this edition of the beloved match-3 game, you have red sacks, snowmen and golden bells along with the jellyfish and anchors. Your tanks and the accessories you can buy for them are Christmas related. The tanks don't seem to be as cluttered as they were in Spooky Splash (that was the only thing I didn't care for in that version) so decorating is more satisfying. Nice music as well, not overtly "christmas-y" but it will put you in the holiday spirit. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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gobaba
GZ Points: 240
Posted on Nov 12, 2009, 2:30pm
3 Stars
Season of Mystery: The Cherry Blossom Murders
User Review by gobaba
This certainly doesn't break any new ground in HOGs, but the scenes are pleasant to look at, music is subtle & pleasing, and most objects make sense within the context (I say most, not all). Objects are hidden well, but not invisible, and the story does keep you interested, but most mini-games aren't very challenging. This would be ideal for fans of the pure HOG genre. I'm an adventure game fan myself, but I bought this w/no regrets. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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molly539
GZ Points: 394
Posted on Nov 12, 2009, 2:22pm
3 Stars
Season of Mystery: The Cherry Blossom Murders
User Review by molly539
This is a fairly easy HOG with lovely graphics and music. There are two kinds of hints: a recharging button which shows you the area where the object is or you can click on the name of the item to see a silhouette. There is a lot of dialogue but it can be skipped through, as can the mini-games (just click on the "solve" button at the top of the screen). I don't think I would buy this game though the graphics, music and story appeal to me. It just doesn't grab me. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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moonwitch
GZ Points: 427
Posted on Nov 12, 2009, 1:33pm
1 Stars
Season of Mystery: The Cherry Blossom Murders
User Review by moonwitch
Didn't like this game at all. The graphics were okay but I did not like the slowly charging hints, the minigames or the constant dialogue. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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henthorm
GZ Points: 113
Posted on Nov 12, 2009, 1:23pm
2 Stars
Season of Mystery: The Cherry Blossom Murders
User Review by henthorm
Typical Hidden Object, where you are fed a story line and have to visit different locations in order to find random objects that in no way coincide with the story. Mini-games are not challenging and hints recharge slowly, which is not a big concern as you can view the outline of the object at any time and this is usually more then enough to locate it. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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BaileyCrawly
GZ Points: 103
Pet Shop Hop is a unique game in which you can run your own pet shop. This is the best game in the 'diner dash' series since the original diner dash game came out. It starts off easy for five-year-old users, and then it gradually gets more and more difficult until it is your limit and you can no longer make it. This game is addictive and hard to put down, and you can purchase it now at Wal-Mart stores ALL OVER CANADA for $8.77. This game is worth WAY more money than that, but the game is going to keep you busy long enough to last the rest of your life. Purchase it now and get into the Pet Shop Hop. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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glasscats
GZ Points: 180
Great little game. It was kind of repetitious, as mentioned earlier, but fun to earn enough money to buy new additions for the garden. Fun to interact with Austin, too. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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theshewolf
GZ Points: 13,450
As someone who spent many (O.K. hundreds) of hours playing both the original Diablo and Diablo II, I was dubious that this game would be any fun. I was sooo wrong. The graphics are good, the gameplay is fairly intuitive and there are quests galore. After playing for 45 minutes I reinstalled my Diablo and was surprised how dated it seemed. I will definitely be buying this game. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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Jenny_longstockins
GZ Points: 113
It's all right... I haven't finished it yet, I will though I just didn't get that much into it. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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Jenny_longstockins
GZ Points: 113
One word to describe this one: BORING! Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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Jenny_longstockins
GZ Points: 113
Posted on Nov 11, 2009, 8:58pm
4 Stars
Hidden Expedition: Devil's Triangle
User Review by Jenny_longstockins
Great game, but I liked "Amazon" better, plus I think my game had a glitch, I could never finish it, and I did everything right. But the graphics are cool and I liked the game, 4/5 because I couldn't finish it! Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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Jenny_longstockins
GZ Points: 113
Posted on Nov 11, 2009, 8:56pm
0 Stars
Lost Realms: The Curse of Babylon
User Review by Jenny_longstockins
Fabulous game! Loved it from beginning to end! Great graphics, loved the music, and overall, fun, This one is a keeper! Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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petchy
GZ Points: 140
I give it a C+. The game is pretty good and the mini games mostly fun. The story is awful and there's no way to quickly skip through it. Also, this is one of those annoying companies that likes to have its logo hanging there forever at the beginning with no way to click through that either. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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ItsSpooky
GZ Points: 260
They're done it again - HE.. another winner, even though the gameplay on this one is quite different to those past. There is the same suspense though throughout, not really knowing what is going on, a bit of humour, and alot of working it out yourself. I'm a little divided though. I really did love the past HE games and feel like I have to grieve for them now, as HE are unlikely to ever go back to that format. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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ItsSpooky
GZ Points: 260
I'm a greenie at heart, so some of the commentary in this game I found downright offensive, but if I put my views of wild turtles aside, this is the first game that's come across at all like my beloved best ever games - Impressions Empire series, and so I love it to bits. I don't like these tourists and all their rubbish, but I love being able draw my own design for the layout of the park and place things where I want them, and then beautify them. And, of course, keep my little tourists happy. But for the "the turtles are so sad all alone on the island - they need tourists to keep them happy!" I would have given this five stars easy. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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ItsSpooky
GZ Points: 260
This is just a brilliant game, lovely graphics, even great originality (penguins??), relaxed gameplay and a silver and gold for those who want the challenge. They really know how to build on their strengths. Far better than Pizza Party which was so hard (yet more levels than the previous two). I enjoyed all the new critters. Can easily recommend this one. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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ItsSpooky
GZ Points: 260
When I was younger, this is the kind of game I always wished existed, so a part of me enjoyed it very much. Sometimes it was slow pace and I got a bit lost after the fellow left the newstand and I saw him in Flo's, but I was really hooked after the crocodile came out of the sewer! A game more for the littlies, but I still enjoyed it, the humour, and the light-hearted graphics and feel to it. That flower arranging and gym work was really though, and at least one skip would have been nice. And a mystery to boot. May Flo never die.... Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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ItsSpooky
GZ Points: 260
I deliberately left this one alone for a month or so before downloading it because of the saturation of restaurant style games and pre-conceived notion of being disappointed or bored. However, I was proved wrong, yet again. Kitchen Brigade has a number of features in game play unlike any other restaurant style game (although a little reminiscent of Amelie's Cafe) where other people help you prepare the food. I thoroughly enjoy playing it and having the choice to buy upgrades or meals for those high tipping customers. Check your pre-judged hat at the door, and enjoy Kitchen Brigade. Oh, and a bit of a tip - do as much as you can yourself and cook the final meals yourself - its way quicker than those lackies of yours, and your customers will be happier! This is also one of those games that makes you hungry - so playing coming into dinner time is the best. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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ItsSpooky
GZ Points: 260
This is easily the best game I've played all year. I loved every minute of it. And I'm not big on the scary ones either. In fact, it nicely edged around all the M or R rated and used suspense (rather than overly grizzly visuals) which left alot to your imagination. The blurry flashbacks in black and white were perfect. You never really knew exactly what had happened (until further in) and it sucked me in good to want to find out. Beautiful graphics. Great gameplay. Finally one that was loose enough in structure for me to work things out on my own. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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jensta
GZ Points: 104
Totally fresh game style. It has a few glitches with the movie scenes. But I loved the new type room searches and the puzzles were fun too. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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NeneAdams
GZ Points: 202
Posted on Nov 11, 2009, 12:29pm
4 Stars
Valerie Porter and the Scarlet Scandal
User Review by NeneAdams
A good story, superior voice acting (so rare) and a very nice 1920's style lift this HOG above the average. Objects seem period appropriate, and although the occasional object is a bit *too* well hidden, the hint system is generous. Some re-playability, too. Definitely one for the collection. I hope the developers make a sequel. Valerir Porter was a delight. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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moonwitch
GZ Points: 427
I didn't particularly like this game. The items are not very hard to find, but the dialogue keeps popping up in windows that are annoying. I did like the graphics and the fact that hints are plentiful, but this game just didn't do anything for me. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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gobaba
GZ Points: 240
Beautiful graphics & music really draw you in. I could figure out most moves/puzzles w/o hints, but when I did use hint system, it doesn't spoil it for you--you still get a chance to figure things out. This would be a good starter game for HOG lovers who are sick of looking for hot dogs, umbrellas and neckties in cluttered rooms, and are looking to branch out into more challenging adventure games. I was very pleased with it and bought it w/o regrets. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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tekirpitir
GZ Points: 1,447
Wow, finally a place for Dawn's Light in GameZebo! This is one of the best RPG's I've ever played people, don't miss it! It is brilliant and so much fun to play. The music, the characters, the story, everything is great. I know that many Aveyond and Eternal Eden fans have already played it, but if you have never played a Role Playing Game (RPG) before, start with this one. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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jaylee1204
GZ Points: 13,006
Surprisingly cute, if a little repetitive. The garden decorating is fun but the HOG scenes are on the easy side. Simple but fun little game. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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thistle809
GZ Points: 725
Lovely graphics, interesting story, lots of playing time; but it needs an option for an untimed mode and a more generous hint system. If you use the hints correctly (Click on the name of the item after you click for a hint; and you will see the object surrounded by stars.), it can be very helpful; but there are so few hints available (You begin each chapter with 3.) that it becomes rather stressful. Balancing the need to complete a chapter in the 25 minutes allotted yet keeping those few hints until you absolutely have to use them, takes a bit of the fun away. (You can earn an extra hint by finding several objects in very quick succession.) This would be a fantastic game, if those issues had been addressed. The fact that if you do not finish a chapter in the specified time, you must start from the beginning of that chapter may deter a lot of folks from enjoying this game. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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sunny_rain
GZ Points: 138
I did not like this game. The whole setting feels unrealistic despite the use of real graphic, and the story is boring to me. Game-wise is okay, but nothing spectacular. I did not play over 10 minutes before I quit. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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srab128
GZ Points: 176
I really liked this game. The graphics are great. As far as not being able to find some of the items on the shelves, I found that sometimes you must complete one list in order for things on another list to appear. Also you are able to choose the spells you win in the Advanced Mode. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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Mummze_1
GZ Points: 338
I wish I liked this game because it is pretty, and well designed, but I don't. There are 3 sections to every insufferably long level. Find the pieces to the items in silouette, which can be really hard to find, use the finished items to interact with sparkling areas to retrieve other things that are needed, get a new spell, then go to battle with some creature/ critter by finding...items sitting on.....shelves?. That part, the battle, is so far out for me...it's like a bad comic book. I am not qualified to like this game. But just because I don't like it, that doesn't mean it is a bad game. Mystical, magical, fantasy is not for me. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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emichan
GZ Points: 134
It's really cute, but too short and not enough challenge, except for the weird minigames that I didn't care for... I didn't play this game to play slider puzzles! I HATE slider puzzles! Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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kgustavson
GZ Points: 243
I agree with the last reviewer - this is a perfectly fine, well constructed game. I enjoy this series and the related time travel one they put out a while ago. They can't all be Drawn... Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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bojicasin
GZ Points: 308
Posted on Nov 10, 2009, 4:35pm
4 Stars
Valerie Porter and the Scarlet Scandal
User Review by bojicasin
I really enjoyed the demo of this game and will probably buy it with my next BFG game credit. It was creative, fun, and had a few new twists to the average HOG. Some different mini-games and the unique way one can pick up multiple items at the same time for extra points. Excellent graphics and good voice acting. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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Hyppo
GZ Points: 116
Very deep game for fans of the genre. The game has a lot of levels but they go by quickly. The art is very well done and having the postcards with facts about the city is a very nice touch. The team introduces a few new mechanics with the various coins you can find, in addition to a regular hint coin there are coins that show you three hints, add time to your game, and add points. The mini games are fairly basic and though they are themed to NYC, they don't really progress the story. They are just there to allow you to break up your gameplay. This is why I don't like the fact that you have to earn the right to skip them. I think an option to skip the minigames outright would have been better. All in all it's a very enjoyable game, hours of game play and worth a buy. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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shaKEILA
GZ Points: 104
I LOVE THIS GAME BECAUSE HE MOVE FROM DIFFERENT PLACE AND I EXCELLING Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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allk-e
GZ Points: 208
Posted on Nov 10, 2009, 3:11pm
5 Stars
Nancy Drew: The White Wolf of Icicle Creek
User Review by allk-e
This was my first ND game, so maybe I have a soft spot for it, but it's still one of my favourites. The graphics are amazing, and the story was engaging. The extra tasks (especially cooking) added additional complexity, and I've missed that in subsequent games that I've played. I found they were a good break when trying to figure out where to go next. I think this is one of the best ND games I've played to date! Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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danmar
GZ Points: 283
Interesting game. Original. But that fighting thing is ..... well, I'm sorry but I'm not buying. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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moonwitch
GZ Points: 427
Surprisingly enough, I really loved this cute game. I ordinarily do not like the HOG/lets furnish something format, but in here, it works. The dialogue is fresh, the objects are nicely sized, easy to find, plenty of hints, and extra coins and pearls to find. I was extremely pleased with this and happy I bought it. Good job!!!! Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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DamaDeLuz
GZ Points: 399
I like it. It may be simple but I have enough complicated to very complicated games to last me for years! This is just FUN. The dog and butler crack me up and I do enjoy seeing the garden come to life. If I start to get bored I just change to a different game. Kind of like switching channels on the tv. It depends what mood I'm in. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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RIColeman
GZ Points: 265
This was just a horrible game. The plot made no sense and the grammar was atrocious! I skipped almost every mini-game because it was either too annoying (the monkey game) or I just didn't understand the objective (the maze with no openings?). The hidden object portions were pathetically easy. The only reason I played the whole game is bacause I had a free game credit, otherwise don't waste your money on this one. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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Vimsen
GZ Points: 2,196
A complete waste of time! I finished the game in 30 minutes. Most of the time the items were so easy to find it was pathetic, and if not that, they were invisible. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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Midge3430
GZ Points: 126
Not worth the money. This was a very short game - some objects difficult to find and as far as I'm concerned a waste of time and money. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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breezyauzette
GZ Points: 843
I love this game and the unique game play. They have added a twist to it that keeps me playing and the graphics are wonderful also. A must try!! Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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miniatures1
GZ Points: 106
Really like the game Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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brenissa55
GZ Points: 655
Posted on Nov 10, 2009, 10:00am
5 Stars
Nancy Drew: The White Wolf of Icicle Creek
User Review by brenissa55
One of my favorite ND games. I enjoyed the undercover tasks (making meals, cleaning rooms), environment, characters, and story. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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robm
GZ Points: 160
An excellent game which is basically Diabolo Light but very well done and accessible. Highly recommended and last time I checked metacritic had given this game 85/100 which is outstanding for a casual game. Many hours of fun. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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solidsting
GZ Points: 186
Yet another great Hidden Object Game Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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cakemaniaall
GZ Points: 316
Great,what about Jane's hotel 3? Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
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cakemaniaall
GZ Points: 316
Great game!!! Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate
Posted on Nov 12, 2009, 4:47pm
5 Stars
Lost Realms: The Curse of Babylon
User Review by schuldiner
I really loved this game. The mini games were different and I found I wanted to keep going to see what was next. It was challenging. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate