Samantha Swift and the Hidden Roses of Athena

Publisher: MumboJumbo

Developer: MumboJumbo

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Average User Score:

Four and half Stars Review This Game!

  • Posted on Jun 6, 2009, 3:52pm

    5 Stars

    User Review by Miranda22

    Don't have anything bad, and lots of good, to say about this game. For starters, it is SO pretty and colorful - as opposed to the "hard" black screens that so many HOGs seem to think equate with skill - that the searches are extra fun: hummingbirds, royal regalia, artifacts. Plus, the comments are often humorous and there are surpising graphics like the fish that turns into a blowfish when clicked. Butterflies on the list? Find a net and catch them. This game is lovely, charming and really fun to play. Added good stuff are the unique puzzles which were new to me in large part and the perfect level of difficulty. Tasks are reasonable to figure out and rarely repetitive. Never got frustrated; never cussed out the screen. Mostly smiled. Totally recommend this one, but it is a bit short and simple. But way fun. One small aside, there was a bug in my download which prevented me from being able to launch the game the few times I made the mistake of quitting and trying to resume. Have a question into GameHouse, but no big since I already finished. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Jun 3, 2009, 10:50am

    3 Stars

    User Review by didikali234

    It's a good game with good graphics but I don't really enjoy playing it. I guess I'm just not in to hidden object games. But fans of hidden object games should try it. I think they'll love it. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Mar 24, 2009, 2:11pm

    4 Stars

    User Review by origami-san

    Beautifully drawn, animated background scenes. No crammed full junk piles here. Finding objects ist easier than in most good HOGs, but not too easy. I enjoyed the variety of minitasks, which linked in nicely with the HOG parts. Minigames and puzzles often went over several scenes. After completing a scene you do not visit the same location again. Given that you accept that archaeology is what the game makes of it - namely solving puzzles which seem to be created over centuries to take the heroine to the long lost objects and on her way taking anything she likes - the storyline is engaging and well written. I liked the relaxing yet interesting gameplay very much. And I´m looking forward to the sequel. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Mar 22, 2009, 4:06am

    5 Stars

    User Review by govegirl

    I have only good things to say about this game. The graphics, story, length, gameplay were perfect. It was the most enjoyable HO game I have played and I have a few. Level of difficulty for me was perfect- I rarley had to use a hint but had to hunt or think at times. Perfect game and anymore like this I would buy in an instant. Big Kudos to the developers of this marvelous game. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Mar 20, 2009, 2:43am

    5 Stars

    User Review by littleone2008

    I remember when this game came out. I loved it and still do. Great scenery,puzzle,and quest. I had problems with my pc when the puzzle came up for it would get real sloooooowww. I could not understand why. I took the tower apart of my computer and wow... the dust bunnies took over. I always vacuummed the vents but I guess not good enough. After I tore everything apart and cleaned everything, the game worked like magic. And I was elated 'cause the game is awesome. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Mar 3, 2009, 6:10pm

    5 Stars

    User Review by zippergirl

    No gripes about this beautiful and user-friendly game. It's a perfect 10, er, 5. lol Recommended for adults, and casual players, take your time, look around, marvel at the lovely hand-drawn scenes AND objects. The mini-puzzles are fun and varied, and don't slow down the HOG elements of the game. You'll be spoiled when you finish this, and will demand more polished games like this one. (Yeah, the maze took a little navigating, but here I am!) Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Jan 16, 2009, 2:11pm

    4 Stars

    User Review by MerryMolly

    Enjoyed very much, like the fact that I didn't need binoculars to find the items also that the screens were not too "busy" with items. Great little game. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Jan 13, 2009, 7:06pm

    5 Stars

    User Review by Janissi

    I really enjoyed this game. It's quite straightforward, meaning that Sam backing guides you ever step of the way. If you are in the mood for a non-challenging HOG, this game's for you. It's a great game to play when you don't really want to tax your brain. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Dec 8, 2008, 7:57pm

    4 Stars

    User Review by mstassy

    Enjoyable and relaxing. For me, it was a little too easy; I think having a choice of how much direction would have improved things - for example having to click on Samantha to get directions. Great starter game for Hidden Objects. I liked it. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Nov 5, 2008, 3:21am

    4 Stars

    User Review by Gaelle

    A very relaxing and well done HO game with some interesting twists (the hidden item, the interaction with other objects), nice puzzles and cute graphisms. A little short but then...Usual complaint! Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 28, 2008, 1:26am

    5 Stars

    User Review by thistle809

    Fabulous fun! No glitches, the dialogue made sense, good graphics, definitely gave imagination and creativity a workout; just great fun. This is a wonderful blend of HO and "thinking outside the box" to solve various situations within the scenes. A moment of quandry mixed with a tinge of frustration here and there, but never long enough to cause gnashing of teeth or inventing new descriptive words. Really great. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 18, 2008, 8:04pm

    4 Stars

    User Review by tekirpitir

    Very well designed beautiful game. I had to start over 3 times cause the game refused to pass to the next level when it closed upon termination of trial period, and refused to find a medal in where it was. That's why I had to take away one star:) Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 16, 2008, 12:18pm

    4 Stars

    User Review by robin94122

    Enjoyed it a lot, although I found that at the end of a puzzle I often had to do one or two more clicks than I expected to finally get the needed object or complete the task. That was a bit distracting. But cleverly designed, good variation in puzzles, and excellent integration between the hidden object and adventure aspects. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 15, 2008, 4:07am

    5 Stars

    User Review by micky7830

    Great game, loved, similar to Mortimer Beckett, great graphics, puzzles and hidden object game, if you haven't tried it and love Azada and similar games you should definitely try this one... Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 12, 2008, 5:18pm

    5 Stars

    User Review by biggimaus

    Great game, enough variation to make it a little different to the average HO game, and easy enough, (without being boring) which sometimes is good a thing to make it more enjoyable and fun, beautiful graphics, interesting storyline, good mini games, the hour trial went by so quickly, will definately buy this one. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 12, 2008, 4:21pm

    5 Stars

    User Review by Eddie

    The gorgeous hand-drawn, cartoonish graphics and the over the top story give an Indiana Jones mood to this gem of a game. Easy but not boring, the mix of hidden object and adventuring is refreshing and logical. The only frustration: I got so captivated that the game ended too soon - I can't wait for the sequel! :) Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 12, 2008, 9:18am

    4 Stars

    User Review by wahi_mom

    This was a lot of fun! Very easy to play and navigate. I found it slightly too easy compared to some other recent offerings, but overall a fun, engaging game. Decent length, too. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 11, 2008, 11:03pm

    5 Stars

    User Review by gamezchick

    Refreshing graphics and puzzles. There are 7 search locations (Greece, Rome, Guatemala, London, France, Tibet, and Japan). And that's broken into about 51 search scenes. No repeats. The only glitch I encountered was near the end with the Japan door –panel puzzle which required me to start the game over. Otherwise, it was excellent. I was able to finish the game on my second attempt. Hope there's a sequel in the future. GRADE: A Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 11, 2008, 6:17pm

    5 Stars

    User Review by cnmoore

    Excellent game! Very nice graphics which I much prefer to the 'photo-realistic' type. There did seem to be a bug which could result in an impasse, where you need another tool or need to get rid of one but aren't allowed to leave the room to to it. Only way forward at that point is restart as a different user. Not sure if this is perhaps intentional, but I've reported it to Big Fish as possibly a bug. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 11, 2008, 9:00am

    3 Stars

    User Review by Syrenia

    Enjoying what I can play, but the game crashed on me and I can't play anymore. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 11, 2008, 2:32am

    3 Stars

    User Review by kkunaschk

    This is a really enjoyable game and well done as usual by Mumbo Jumbo. But again, the short length and limited replayability will make you think twice before purchasing. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 10, 2008, 2:44pm

    5 Stars

    User Review by Machatonne

    I love this game Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 10, 2008, 12:31pm

    4 Stars

    User Review by sandoug

    I enjoyed this game. There is lots of interaction between the objects. Ease of finding objects varies from obvious to looking hard for them. Graphics are quite good too. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 10, 2008, 11:47am

    5 Stars

    User Review by Moomphas

    Very good one, but too easy. Available for free at Mostfun! Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 10, 2008, 2:52am

    4 Stars

    User Review by geekygurl

    very nice game but it has some bugs in it Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 9, 2008, 10:38pm

    5 Stars

    User Review by Koalanut

    I really like this game! It is a little like Azada 2 or Dream Chronicles. I have been a little burnt out on HOGs but this is fun using the items for puzzles. And no timer! Well worth the money especially for club members at BFG. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 9, 2008, 9:31pm

    3 Stars

    User Review by krysttie

    I am just finishing up this game, and I must say that it was just okay. It is hard to pick up stuff. But my main thing was that it was kinda easy. If you did not really know where something goes or what tool to use, just run the mouse over it until it turned blue. I like the Magic Enyclopedia more. I did however like some of the puzzles. They were new and fresh. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 9, 2008, 5:26pm

    4 Stars

    User Review by arcadiarose

    Really well done HO/Puzzle game with great story line and graphics. Rather easy for experience gamers. I would have preferred less direction in solving the puzzles. (If you're more experienced, it helps just to ignore whatever Samantha says and figure it out on your own.) Picking up and placing object with the mouse was sometimes difficult, as the interface was rather picky. Still, a very fun game and worht playing. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 9, 2008, 3:13pm

    5 Stars

    User Review by Silent1one

    I loved this game. I love deciphering puzzles. This game also has a good story line to go along with it. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 9, 2008, 12:17pm

    4 Stars

    User Review by innerbeauty

    I had a good time with this game. Good story line, beautiful graphics, and some challenging mini-games, always a plus for me. I think it helps to have some experience with point and click games, as the "how-to's" are a little unclear. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 8, 2008, 4:34pm

    4 Stars

    User Review by jolly1

    This is one of the "funnest" games I have played! The music is suspenseful and the game is fun to play -- the story line is great. Several funny pokes at Indiana Jones. As soon as my hour is up (any minute now), I am buying it! Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 8, 2008, 4:33pm

    5 Stars

    User Review by tweety101

    This is a great HOG! I loved the searching and interaction of the pieces to complete the scenes. The "puzzles" were a nice addition, while some took me a little time to do. All in all, this game is well worth getting!! Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 8, 2008, 2:20pm

    5 Stars

    User Review by MURPHY

    I have 6 minutes to go on the demo and then I'm going to buy it. Objects can be easily found, however, the fun begins as you start placing them. A well put together game. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 8, 2008, 2:01pm

    4 Stars

    User Review by jaylee1204

    Good storyline and fun adventure-style gameplay. I enjoyed the interactive style of hidden object and the nice assortment of minigames. The gameplay itself is pretty easy, but the game is very fun! Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

  • Posted on Oct 8, 2008, 12:11pm

    5 Stars

    User Review by lauder

    just downloaded the game and I am enjoying it very much, everything about the game is perfect, well put together game I am very happy. when my hour is up I am going to buy the game. Give this Review a Kudos Report as Inappropriate

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