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Learn to read and write the vowels in Spanish - Preschool learning games
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It is so easy to learn the vowels in Spanish with this app. It has lots of fun games. It is very...
Daniel Johnson (11 KP) rated Portal in Video Games
Sep 5, 2017
Level design (3 more)
Character Design
Dialogue
Game mechanics
One of the smartest games around
Portal (2007) is one of the best video games around, and led to an even more successful sequel. The games premise is simple- you wake up in a testing room, with only an homicidal A.I to guide you through puzzles as you try and escape the testing facility. The twist comes in the dialogue, and the story that unfolds around you.
Your character doesn't speak, and her past and future are a mystery, which only adds to the intrigue the story incites.
The design is simple, a clean high-tech facility, equal parts simple and beautiful. You navigate through this world with use of a portal gun. Strategically placed, these portals can lead to your victory or your doom, and thus begins the most enjoyable 3D puzzle of the past 20 years.
Dialogue, as said, is a clear highlight, somehow balancing comedy and adventure perfectly, much akin to a Douglas Adams novel. It even manages to make G.L.A.D.O.S, a homicidal A.I, a genuinely endearing character, and one that is welcomed quickly, and missed once the game is complete.
Over all, it is clear why this game has so many devoted fans, and why we were all eager for more. This game, while simple has many levels, that make replaying and exploring a thrilling experience that you can have again and again and never get bored.
Your character doesn't speak, and her past and future are a mystery, which only adds to the intrigue the story incites.
The design is simple, a clean high-tech facility, equal parts simple and beautiful. You navigate through this world with use of a portal gun. Strategically placed, these portals can lead to your victory or your doom, and thus begins the most enjoyable 3D puzzle of the past 20 years.
Dialogue, as said, is a clear highlight, somehow balancing comedy and adventure perfectly, much akin to a Douglas Adams novel. It even manages to make G.L.A.D.O.S, a homicidal A.I, a genuinely endearing character, and one that is welcomed quickly, and missed once the game is complete.
Over all, it is clear why this game has so many devoted fans, and why we were all eager for more. This game, while simple has many levels, that make replaying and exploring a thrilling experience that you can have again and again and never get bored.
The Marinated Meeple (1848 KP) rated Spartan Gold (Fargo Adventure, #1) in Books
Apr 17, 2018
Sam and Remi Fargo (1 more)
Adventure involving Wine, Nazis, Spartans, and much more.
Great Book to satisfy the adventure seeker in your soul.
My mother is a Clive Cussler reader, and has been for years... she's been pitching them to me for a long time. I went to see the Dirk Pitt movie with Matthew McConaughey a while back and thought I had no interest in anything Clive Cussler after that.... Turns out, I was missing out.... I've still yet to try a Dirk Pitt novel, but these Fargos are entirely different, and I kinda love them as people, let alone characters. This is the first of the series, and I don't think you need to start with this one, but I thought it was appropriate. I loved all the different locations they go to, and all the different interesting things they do and the puzzles and riddles they solve. It's a very easy read, prefect for the beach, or in my case: Audiobook on the way to and from work. I've now read a few of the books and I enjoy each of them. I'm sad when I've completed each of them knowing I can never read that one again for the first time. but I'm sure I will re-read them again later in life. When I've forgotten enough of them to be surprised again. Are they Perfect? no, are they Fun? yes....
Sarah (7798 KP) rated Tomb Raider (2018) in Movies
Apr 5, 2018
Better than expected
As a video game film, this is actually one of the better ones out there. This isn't to say it's an amazing film, but as an adaptation it doesn't do too badly.
When it comes to Tomb Raider, my knowledge is limited. I haven't seen much of the more recent games, my experience is more related to the original with the assault course and the ability to lock the butler in the walk in freezer...
Alicia Vikander isnt a bad choice as Lara and I actually think she does look the part. However, I think there's something not quite right about her. I'm unsure if it's the slightly dodgy accent or just the material she's got to work with. I still think she's a better choice than Angelina Jolie though.
The CGI in parts of this is terrible and so obvious that there's been a green screen in place. The puzzles to solve are sometimes a little basic and simple and a little brainless which is a shame. The opening in London is also a little pointless, trying to provide a back story that isn't properly explained and it could have been cut out without issue, and there's also a load of flashbacks that aren't really necessary.
This is a vaguely entertaining film to a point and is watchable, I just feel like it could have been so much better.
When it comes to Tomb Raider, my knowledge is limited. I haven't seen much of the more recent games, my experience is more related to the original with the assault course and the ability to lock the butler in the walk in freezer...
Alicia Vikander isnt a bad choice as Lara and I actually think she does look the part. However, I think there's something not quite right about her. I'm unsure if it's the slightly dodgy accent or just the material she's got to work with. I still think she's a better choice than Angelina Jolie though.
The CGI in parts of this is terrible and so obvious that there's been a green screen in place. The puzzles to solve are sometimes a little basic and simple and a little brainless which is a shame. The opening in London is also a little pointless, trying to provide a back story that isn't properly explained and it could have been cut out without issue, and there's also a load of flashbacks that aren't really necessary.
This is a vaguely entertaining film to a point and is watchable, I just feel like it could have been so much better.
Derrik Osborn (5 KP) rated the PlayStation 3 version of Tomb Raider in Video Games
May 2, 2019
I have always been a huge fan of the Tomb Raider games since the first one in '95. I had high hopes for this game as the modern reboot and they were exceeded. The gameplay, story, and just overall fun of this game made it my favorite game of 2013. The multiplayer was even pretty fun. Much like the Uncharted multiplayer but less focus on action and more on stealth. Throughout the story, you will feel for Lara as she fights her way through overwhelming obstacles. She is the overcomer everybody wants to be.
The rpg elements of this game are very well placed. The level design has a good balance of linear and open world. Puzzles are cleverly thought out (something nobody seems to be able to figure out but creators of tomb raider games). Secrets are everywhere and pretty rewarding.
This is just all around a very well done game. They had a lot to overcome with the success of the Uncharted series but they really did their own thing and proved that Lara Croft is still the better Tomb Raider. The only complaint I have is that the multiplayer seems like they threw it together at the end to try to be like Uncharted. It was still pretty good and fun and somewhat unique but I think unnecessary. It did add longevity to the game. If you have not played this game, you are missing out!
The rpg elements of this game are very well placed. The level design has a good balance of linear and open world. Puzzles are cleverly thought out (something nobody seems to be able to figure out but creators of tomb raider games). Secrets are everywhere and pretty rewarding.
This is just all around a very well done game. They had a lot to overcome with the success of the Uncharted series but they really did their own thing and proved that Lara Croft is still the better Tomb Raider. The only complaint I have is that the multiplayer seems like they threw it together at the end to try to be like Uncharted. It was still pretty good and fun and somewhat unique but I think unnecessary. It did add longevity to the game. If you have not played this game, you are missing out!
The Tiny Bang Story HD
Games and Education
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Life on Tiny Planet was calm and carefree until a great disaster occurred - Tiny Planet was hit by a...
Endless Wordplay
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*From the team at ORIGINATOR - the creators of the beloved Endless Alphabet, Endless Reader, and...
Lightbot : Code Hour
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Get kids hooked on coding within minutes! Lightbot : Code Hour is a programming puzzle game- a...
Pettson's Inventions 2
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The sequel to the praised Pettson's Inventions. Bigger, better and more fun than ever! Please note...