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Put your puzzle solving skills to work as you restore an island affected by a natural disaster.
With its mixture of Match 3 game play and mini game puzzles, the land of Tara needs your help.
Developed by Kasual Kode, Gem Tales is a Match 3 game that invites you to take a journey through the land of Tara with its magical and mystical hills decorating the landscape. During this journey, which is spread over 100 levels of Match 3 action, you will be cast in the role of Luna, She is a young member of the family who has been tasked with being a Crystal Keeper.
This is a printer, scanner and copier unit from HP. Like other recent offerings from HP you get the option of having free replacement cartridges sent by post should you wish. However if you print 'not so much' you can use it like other manufacturers units without a contract.
The HP Envy 6120e measures 43x35x13cm and is a Wi-Fi only unit. Unlike some other recent units if you decide not to have a contract you can still set it up for more than a single unit. I set it up first with my Android Phone and then with a Windows Desktop PC, the first uses the setup in the Getting Started booklet and the second using the link shown when the initial setup nears completion. The only connection is on the back left where the two pin 1.
A magical land offers you the opportunity to test your skills with this next game.
Developed by Seven Sails, Enchantment 2 - Sun's Tear is a Hidden Object title. I have been playing the Collector's Editiom version of the game which is set in the Malleryn Kingdom, a land that appears to be missing almost any form of life, whether animal or Human, but possessing numerous puzzles that need to be solved. The game invites you to visit the Kingdom, with it magical folklore, and work your way through a series of levels made up of the puzzles mentioned earlier.
Mixing illustrations and puzzles with the original text produces this next game.
I must admit that there was some hesitation on my part before actually deciding to review this next title. However the opportunity to view how the mixture of puzzle solving, presentation and biblical influences would come together won the day. As a result I fired up Divine Journey 2 - The Five Books of Moses to check it out prior to reviewing its content. Developed by Brave Giant, this title draws its biblical content from the Books of Genesis and Exodus.
Working with a fresh batch of Nonograms, can you survive a trip to Ancient Greece?
DIGIMIGHT has not strayed too far from its familiar pattern of game play style it has established with its recent Adventure Mosaics series. The latest offering from the company is entitled Historic Mosaics. Rather than the modern day settings of the earlier titles, this offering takes the player back through time to the period of Ancient Greece. Another minor change involves the switch with Ruby, a shy librarian, taking on the role of leader from Eillie.
This is a very small 'Mini Cam' ideal for a very young child as a first camera, it takes both photos and videos the latter with sound. It is also very light weight and has a flash and is not at all expensive.
The Photo Creator Mini Cam measures 4.5x3x1.5cm, apart from 1.5cm lens. That increases this measurement to 3cm. The viewing lens on the rear is 2.5x1.3cm. Its weight with the attached key chain is only 24 grams. Taking photos at a distance is fine as is anything else apart from very close around a foot away where my photo of a keyboard was somewhat blurred but that could be down to my hand shaking a little as the units controls were not meant for an adult.
When parts of Ancient Rome need rebuilding, who do they call for but you.
No sooner do I get back from a trip to Ancient Greece, courtesy of DIGIMIGHT'S virtual world, that I need to recharge my time machine as Game Glade whisks me off to the Splendour of Rome to fulfil the task of restoring the grand Roman amphitheatre to its former glory by immersing myself into the game of Ancient Jewels.
Test your skills as you visit numerous countries to both find items and solve challenges.
While not completely World encompassing, this next title of Around the World from AVI Games catalogue does spread its net far and wide with the area it covers. Available in Collector's Edition format, this Amazing Countries collection provides Hidden Object game play mix with a series of mini game puzzles that can be tackled in full screen mode with adjustable audio volume levels and an option for an on-screen tutorial to explain features.
The people of Angkor need your help to stop a volcano from erupting and destroying their homes.
How would you save an ancient temple from the threat of a volcanic eruption? According to Ironcode Gaming, this task will require you to complete 100 levels of Match 3 game play as you take on the challenge of Angkor - Volcano Verge. This particular game, which is available in a choice of English, French or German.
Adding to the Royal Romance tale of Good against Evil, a baby dragon makes a welcome appearance.
For the next episode of its Royal Romance saga, Domini Games has released Fortunes and Foe. Events have moved on in the Kingdom since the previous episode. Since the death of King Illeon, peace and tranquillity has spread throughout the land as the people and animals seem to be co-existing happily. But conditions can change.
This is a 27inch flat panel that has a good amount of colour and brightness. Best of all it sits firmly with some back movement and plenty of forward adjustment. Its maximum resolution is 1920x1080.
The ACER Vero RS272 measures 61x36x1cm the last measurement is along the top with up to 3cm at the base. The stand is 20cm square and around 1cm tall. The base of the screen is 9cm above the stand. When you first connect it you might be in for a surprise as the top half of the rear has a 'Mood Light' which stays on for a few seconds during initial booting. The connections are just below the 'Mood Light' and they are HDMI and VGA, there are also two two 3.
Books are meant to be read and enjoyed but not altered to affect their endings.
The Great Library is not a location you would visit on a whim as entry is restricted to those who have legitimate business there. Fortunately, as this next game, casts you in the role of Megan Webster, a librarian, you are allowed access to this vast store of books who have the ability to provide portals to other worlds.
Spread over 20 locations, you can search for objects listed in various formats.
Having acted as your guide to various American camping sites, Lazy Turtle Games has shifted its attention to the more broad scale covering a “World Quest – Hidden City” environment. As usual the Lazy Turtle team allows you to create profiles to record the progress of individual players. Adjustments can be made to certain volume levels covering background music and sound effect plus opt for full screen viewing.
Linked together by the World Tree, Etheria could have a lot to teach is in the way we cp-exist.
As the follow-up offering to the original Maze of Realities, Domini Games has released Maze of Realities – Synergy of Worlds. Available in Collector’s Edition format, this Hidden Object Adventure title tales you into Etheria where you will have to deal with the effects caused by the World Tree being stricken by various ailments. This disease was threatening the stability of the world through causing threats and the appearance of aggressive creatures.
Can you beat the clock and return matters to their normal state and allow the prince to find his bride?
When the fable concerns the activities of three sisters, with one named Cinderella, your initial thoughts might include elements of a glass slipper, a fairy godmother and a handsome prince in search of a bride. But this Elephant Game obviously through otherwise and has come up with a different slant of the story. Cursed Fables – Before the Clock Strikes is a Hidden Object Adventure title. It presents a different take on the story of Cinderella that you might remember.
Available from e-Funsoft's extensive range of Match 3 titles, you get the chance to visit Hollow Town.
As the title might indicate, is the follow-up offering to one of the numerous e-Funsoft Match 3 series. Somehow I managed to miss the first offering in this series and so must enter the story line a year after the opening disappearance of Holly, a friend of Emily the character you adopt in this game. Emily will need to set out to solve the mystery of the initial strange events that were covered in the first episode of this series.
This is the latest Notebook from Acer in the Swift range. It comes with a 16inch screen. Its quite light and works well in all lighting conditions.
The Acer Swift16 SF16-51 measures 35x24.5x1.5cm the last figure is at the back and it is 1cm at the front. The screen is 35x23cm with .5cm borders left and right, 1cm at the base and up to 1cm at the top, its only 1cm for the centre 7cm which contains the webcam. The viewable screen is 34x21.5cm which gives the diagonal imperial measurement of 16inches. There is a 99 keyboard which has full size alpha and numeric keys plus a slightly smaller set of numeric keys on the right side.
Can you save the family of a friend from the vengeance of the God Forseti?
The Unseen Fears – Fortune’s Consequence is a Hidden Object Adventure title from the Grandma catalogue of offerings. This particular title takes as its subject matter tales drawn from Norwegian mythology.
You can join Ellie on her latest jaunt to Italy as mosaics are created.
For its next excursion into the environment of Adventure Mosaics, DIGIMIGHT has set its sights on the Venice Carnival. As usual with the earlier titles from this particular series, you accompany Ellie as she visits a number of locations. This journey of tourist type travel will be achieved by completing levels consisting of nonogram game play spiced up with the building up of a scene made up of various elements that come as rewards for making progress.
When searching for the truth. just how far will you go is the question that this Crossroads title might answer.
Elephant Games believes it is about time you were informed of the “Fatal Truth”. To this end the company has opened the doors to its favourite hostelry for the third time with the release of its latest Crossroads excursion. In order to avail yourself of the establishment’s psychological resolving facilities, you will need to don the mantel of Taylor Campbell, a journalist who believes the search for truth will always be fully justified.
If it is lost and you can not find it then this next title might not be the way to go.
Tiny Little Lion has released version 3 of its “Just Find It” puzzle offering. Available with a choice of European languages, this title features a range of different puzzles that have been spread over 7 specific categories. Your choice of selection can be made from Click to Cycle, Difference, Detail, Match, Memory, Montage, or Swap.
Developing a suitable area of the Land of the Dead may not be your favourite pastime but have you the skills to try?
Having reached number 16 in the series of Match 3 game play, Laruaville takes the player deep into the history of the Aztec world. As usual with this series, the game revolves around the development of an area of Laruaville that has been assigned as suitable to a new-comer to this home of the dead. This development will be carried out by the newly arrived soul and a spirit guide with both wearing the appropriate headdress showing they allegiance to Aztec beliefs.
When deciding to take a camping holiday, you need to consider the choices available.
Caravan Quest – Discover America takes you on a trip around the iconic campgrounds of America. With this title, Lazy Turtle Games has decided to concentrate its focus more on the campground areas themselves rather than the actual caravans providing the living quarters.
Probably the piece of software that I have used for the longest time as Windows has gone from V7, V8, V10 and now V11. It started as a way to reinstall files or the whole of Windows when it failed to boot and now while it can still reinstall via USB or CD-ROM it also does far more to protect you from people trying to deny you your 'work'.
As the chosen warrior of the Goddess Harmony, you need to react whenever the call arrives.
Jet Dogs Studio has returned to the world of Harmony for this next title. Entitled “The Harmony Chronicles – Demon of the Void”, this Hidden Object Adventure casts you in the role of Mona, the chosen warrior of the Goddess Harmony. Your role in this existence is to carry out the wished of your mistress and return everything to the peace and harmony that delights the Goddess.
Clearing clutter can result in a form of beauty.
As with most communities, fashion and facilities can change and affect the needs of the population. In the case of Animalville, the Jet Dogs Studio's environment, housing the Walker family and other types of animals, the residents began to struggle with their matted fur which affected their appearance.
Play your cards right and you could bring down a crime organisation.
With its reputation of being closely associated with organised crime, it might seem unusual to pair the Mafia with the popular Solitaire card game but obviously DIGIMIGHT thinks otherwise. Mafia Solitaire 2 is DIGIMIGHT's follow up making this unlikely connection. Set in 1920s America, this game covers all manner of Mafia action as you visit a variety of locations while tackling Solitaire game play.
Fans of Hidden Object game play and mini game puzzles can also plan a digitally decorated room with this next title.
With a new collection of Hidden Object scenes and mini game puzzles, AVI Games has released a follow-up offering in its Sweet Home series of titles. Appropriately entitled "Look and Find 2", this new release is available in Collector's Edition format.
A 27inch flat panel that is fast, bright and sharp. It can be used both as a landscape and a portrait device and equally happy displaying 2560x1440 and 1920x1080, 5K is the former and 4K is the latter.
The measures 60x35x2cm and can be between 11 and 18cm above you desk when used in landscape mode. Its stand is 20cm square and is 1cm tall. In portrait mode it can be close to the stand and up to 6cm above it. There is a lot of back movement and some forward movement, it can also be rotated so almost anywhere can be viewed at far less than the maximum 178 degrees.
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