Dark Parables: The Red Riding Hood Sisters Collector's Edition
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What A Beautiful Game From Blue Tea Games!
Just played the demo and I have to say that lately games are getting better and better. In this one the storyline, graphics, voice overs, music and game play are superb in every way! I also love the bonus game (which I can't wait to play) a classic Russian tale! Way to go Blue Tea Games Studio!!
September 20, 2012
My favourite series!
I'll admit I didn't discover this series until well into it (my first purchase was The Exiled Prince), but as soon as I started playing my first Blue Tea game, they became my favourite game developers and the Dark Parables, my new favourite series (sorry, MCF, but you lost me with your latest release!)
I'd like to address a few points I've seen in previous reviews, if I may:
1) No access to SG in demo and no idea of length: I purchased this game the second it became available, stayed home all day today to play it, and can honestly say that it's worth every penny of the CE price. The main story took me about 5+ hours to complete and the bonus game was longer than previous bonuses in the series.
2) Animal cruelty: Seriously?! This is an issue?! The opening scene is of a little girl being chased by vicious wolves, they are going to SAVAGELY RIP HER APART, and folks are disturbed that the *wolves* are the ones that get taken down?!?! The wolves destroy an ENTIRE TOWN OF INNOCENT PEOPLE and it's upsetting that you see a couple of *wolves* get killed?!?! You know what, I'm not even addressing this point -- if you have issues with this, nothing I say in this review will change your mind.
3) Ease of puzzles: Short answer -- they get harder. Holy heck, do they ever. I will be haunted by that stupid marble puzzle until I can finally complete one without having to skip the darn thing. You shall not defeat me, puzzle!!
As for my own personal impressions: I loved this game! The mechanics are no different from previous DP games, but if it ain't broke, why fix it? The art, as always, is exquisite, the music is gorgeous, the voice-over talent top-notch, and the story unique and engaging. I agree with a previous poster that it's a bit boggling that an ancient and skilled order of female hunters could be taken down so easily, but, in the story's defense, they *do* get ambushed unexpectedly -- no matter HOW trained you are, being overwhelmed by dozens of wolves would knock you on your butt. The little (and big) shout-outs to previous games was a wonderful touch, and the teaser at the conclusion made me squee - can't wait for the next DP game!! Blue Tea Games haven't let me down yet and I own every single Collector's Edition game they've released so far - keep it up, guys!
September 20, 2012
such a deal !!!
This is a good deal if you have only one of the other Dark Parable games. This is the position that I am in so I was thrilled until I discovered it's a FROG. My least favorite type of HO game. That being said, I finished the demo anyway..
It opens with great music and a cutscene to set the stage.l I did cringe at the carnage; I can't stand to hear animals in pain. The artwork is good but very, very busy. You can play in casual, normal or expert. You can can adjust music, ambience and sound. I played with normal cursor as the custom cursor was swimmy.
For the story, you are a Detectice sent to help the Red Riding Hood Sisters annihalate some evil wolves and their wolf Queen. By the time you get to the sisterhood, they have been attacked in their headquarters and now it is up to you.
There are things to pick up, morphing items I couldn't find, puzzles and FROG scenes. The hint button works wonderfully well and tells you which way to go and will point to an area where something needs to be done, but you don't know if you have picked up what you need because the stategy guide only works if you purchase the game and not in the demo. What's up with that?????
It looks like it will be a very good game. I'm on the fence with whether or not I will buy it.
September 20, 2012
Very Good Game BUT Not For Me!
Dark Parables series have always offered us top quality games with stunning graphics, top-notch game features and exciting gameplay, this current game is no exception. However I regret to say that after having played the demo, I did not paticularily care to spend money on the CE version and my reasons are mostly based on my own personal pet peeves regarding story content AND not being able to access the SG at the begining. I am a great fan of many forms of fiction and game with all types of themes that are laid out. Unfortuately one thing that I find disturbing in any form of entertainment is the killing of animals. Sorry, I am one of those people that cannot stand any form of animal suffering or any form of cruelty towards them, be in a game, a film or a book regardless of the fact that they are wild and viscious wolves. That is not to say that I am against this game, quite the contrary, I highly recommend it and will say that is does rank high in the series; although my favorite is still The Snow Queen. The Red Riding Hood Sisters is visually breathtaking with stunning artwork and beautiful graphics. The storyline is unusual where you as the detective are asked to rescue and help the Order of the Red Riding Hood Sisters defeat the Queen of the Wolves. It is a FROG that also offers adventure and puzzles. Game features include voice-overs, three play modes, a map that is not interactive and a task list. Game mechanics include Fragmented HO scenes that are not interactive and items are well hidden within the scenes. There are mini-games that I really found to be quite easy at first but then I am basing this review on the demo. There are morphing objects to find so that your hints will refill faster and you also need to collect puzzle pieces in order to gain access to the parables. As I am not able to access the SG which I find to be a very unwise practice when introducing a game, I really have no idea on the length and contents of the bonus section. As I said, a high quality game that will please many with the exception of myself. I found gameplay good but I have to admit, it just did not appeal to me nor did it excite me as the previous installments. Nevertheless I do recommend it but for anyone out there that may be advocates against cruelty towards animals, be warned: the opening scene was rather disturbing to watch. I secretly rooted for the wolves. I admit that is a bit over the top but I am always on the side of our four legged friends, even if they are possesed by evil magic and led by a wicked Queen.
September 20, 2012
Good But....
I was excited to see this game because I have all the others in this series, and loved playing them. Visually, this one doesn't disappoint. The graphics are beautiful, although the fragmented items can be very small. The soundtrack is good, the voiceovers are well done, and the strategy guide and map are well laid out. The story, however, doesn't seem very well thought out, and didn't hold my interest. I played the entire game, and can honestly say it pales in comparison to the others. For me, it was very short and the level of challenge was minimal. I would recommend it to newer players or to those looking for a less difficult adventure game.
September 21, 2012
Great Game
I love the idea of the red riding hood characters. The storyline drew me in instantly. It is for older gamers(12+) I would say. The beautiful scenery: the forests, the mist castle etc. Everything in it was created beautifully. The hidden objects scenes are the best like all Dark Parable games: they aren't silhouette or from a list and at the end you get one object. Instead it's parts of the object that create one.
This is how I rate all the Dark Parable Games in order:
1. Dark Parables: Exiled Prince
2.Dark Parables: The Red Riding Hood Sister
3. Dark Parables: Rise Of the Snow Queen
4. Dark Parables: Curse Of the Briar Rose
The only reason the only reason Red Riding hood got second is I felt it was a bit short. Exiled Prince was to me alot longer in game play. Other than highly recommended.
September 21, 2012
Dark Parables is a great series!
I loved the first two Dark Parables games and this one didn't disappoint either. It took awhile to download but with the detail and the terrific graphics, it wasn't surprising and well worth the wait.
Game length was very nice, storyline was great and even the music (which I normally turn off on games like this) was a plus. I definitely think the game has replay value, not only due to the various difficulty levels but also to get all the morphed objects. I wish they would make the map so that you could move between different areas but that's a small complaint for such a nice game.
This one is worth the CE price, and I will be awaiting the next chapter in this series.
Thank you Blue Tea Games!
September 21, 2012
Dark Parables: The Red Riding Hood Sisters CE
I couldn't expect anything less from Dark Parables series.This one didn't dissapoint just as it's predecessors beautiful rendered graphics,excellent storyline with the fairytale twists that so many of us '' fishies'' enjoy.As a fan of these series this one is definitely a keeper.The narration and voice over are top notch,the visuals are stunning especially the introduction it was enjoyable to watch.Storyline:Another childhood favorite with a dark twist to it .Challenges are pretty much the same as the previous ones with the exception of a few new challenges which I inmensely enjoyed.Fun factor is definitely high for this game,you'll have a good relaxing time with this game.Definitely you'll want to add this one to your collection.
September 21, 2012
Gotta have it!
Okay, that said...I have the other 3 DP games and really liked them. This is no different. Excellent graphics and game play. Music not bad, games simple. I do like this type of game and I don't even mind the morphing objects (especially since there aren't that many#. Very nice take on the Red Riding Hood story line.
Much prefer being able to see the SG without the need to purchase the game #didn't like that).
There seems to be more dialogue in this one than the other 3 and you can't "click" through it. Guess I read faster than they do. Very nice voice-over though. I like the fact that the mouths move when they speak as well. Gives it a bit more realism in the game.
Having 3 different game modes is a major plus as well. Off to buy this one. Thanks for the reviews.
September 20, 2012
REVIEW OF COMPLETED GAME
A pretty-pretty type game that hooks gamers in with it's outstandingly beautiful graphics. I must also commend it on it's technical flawlessness. Plays perfectly.
However, the opening scenes are brutal and violent and I hated the killing of the wolves. The puzzles are ludicrously easy - click here and there a couple of times and, voila! Job done. I have nothing against FROGS, but when they follow on almost seemlessly, one after the other as in this game, I quickly became tired of looking for endless amounts of twirly-swirly things that bore no relation to real objects. If they had broken them up with different types of HOS, they might have been more bearable.
The story, after the viciousness of the opening scenes, quickly became silly and nonsensical. There is this gang of girls called the The Red Riding Sisters who are supposed to be in possession of magical powers via their cloaks, who have long been training and fighting the evil Wolf Queen and her minions, when suddenly, right at the beginning, they are captured and imprisoned by her, quick and easy as you like. Lame.
The villain of the piece, the Wold Queen, made me laugh out loud the first time I saw her. She appears to be some kind of hybrid - human, but with wolf hands and feet. But wolves do not have fingers and hers just looked arthritic.
It is not CE material, being way too short and the BC has nothing to do with the story. Just a different story about some silly child. It was mercifully short and there is no merit to it.
I have nothing against Fairy Tales. I own several games based on them, but this one is something you would read to your 8/10 year old at bedtimes. From an adult standpoint I require something with more bite to it, rather than this cutesy soft-serve. It will undoubtedly appeal to many, mostly women I would imagine, but I cannot imagine any guys wanting to get involved with this syrupy, silly tale.
September 21, 2012