We Without Wings (2011)
My rating: 0 of 5 stars
Honestly, I couldn't even finish the first episode of this for how blatantly it sexualized everything and was so degrading. Can't remember where the recommendation came from to watch it, but unlikely to ever finish the first episode, let alone the rest of the series.
April 29, 2021
We Without Wings
April 28, 2021
WandaVision
WandaVision (2021)
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
This takes place after the events of Endgame when everyone is returned from the "blip". If you don't pay attention, you might not catch the references to Captain Marvel, especially as she's only really had one major film in the series so far and small cameos otherwise. Wanda has never really been very sure of herself, especially when it comes to her power. After everything she's survived, it's a small wonder she clings to her little bubble of peace as hard as she does, even though her denial is ultimately hurting a lot of other people around her. As usual, once faced with undeniable truth of her reality, her assessment and actions change. There are a lot of laughs in this series though for all that it stems from such emotional pain, as it's formatted like an old sitcom. Older fans may recognize the old spandex costumes for the Scarlet Witch, Vision, and Quicksilver in the Halloween episode. Ultimately though, Wanda has to come to some hard realizations and learn to own her power a bit more, finally earning her title as the Scarlet Witch (and a fairly fantastic modern rendition of her traditional costume to go with it).
April 25, 2021
The Falcon & the Winter Soldier
The Falcon & the Winter Soldier (2021)
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This picks up just after Endgame when Captain America has chosen a different life and passed his shield onto Sam, aka The Falcon. He has some hard choices ahead of him, and ends up butting heads with Bucky (previously the Winter Soldier) about as often as they end up working together. They make an odd team, with the lingering ghost of Steve lingering between them. Takes awhile to sort things out, especially with a new Super Soldier serum in the mix and a "new Captain America" who does not live up to the name.... until the successor Steve meant to take up his mantel is ready to take on the world in his own way.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
This picks up just after Endgame when Captain America has chosen a different life and passed his shield onto Sam, aka The Falcon. He has some hard choices ahead of him, and ends up butting heads with Bucky (previously the Winter Soldier) about as often as they end up working together. They make an odd team, with the lingering ghost of Steve lingering between them. Takes awhile to sort things out, especially with a new Super Soldier serum in the mix and a "new Captain America" who does not live up to the name.... until the successor Steve meant to take up his mantel is ready to take on the world in his own way.
Grand Hotel Mania
Grand Hotel Mania (Android)
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
While the game play is somewhat accurate, it has to do more with the timing of delivery food items or cleaning rooms and general check in. There does not seem to be a difference in the rooms, at least not in the early game, as far as where someone should or should not be checked in. The only change is just when items are upgraded for service and cost that can be earned in that level for the next upgrade. Gives it some difference than the common puzzle games but also keeps it different at the same time. Not too terribly engaging though, so don't expect to stick with it long term.
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
While the game play is somewhat accurate, it has to do more with the timing of delivery food items or cleaning rooms and general check in. There does not seem to be a difference in the rooms, at least not in the early game, as far as where someone should or should not be checked in. The only change is just when items are upgraded for service and cost that can be earned in that level for the next upgrade. Gives it some difference than the common puzzle games but also keeps it different at the same time. Not too terribly engaging though, so don't expect to stick with it long term.
Microsoft Solitaire Collection
Microsoft Solitaire Collection (Android)
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Perhaps one of the better perks to this app is that it's the same as the game that comes pre-installed in any Windows computer. If you log in on both platforms, it saves your game scores and challenge counts across devices, which is a nice bonus. Also means you have access on any devices, at home or on the go, to the same card games at any time.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
Perhaps one of the better perks to this app is that it's the same as the game that comes pre-installed in any Windows computer. If you log in on both platforms, it saves your game scores and challenge counts across devices, which is a nice bonus. Also means you have access on any devices, at home or on the go, to the same card games at any time.
Mahjong
Mahjong (Android)
My rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
This is basically just your classic Mahjong game adapted for touch screen play. There are still some adds, but usually not as bad as some of the other freemium games out there. Several different puzzle forms and sizes to play through, which gives a nice variety to a fairly standard matching game.
My Story: Mansion Makeover
My Story: Mansion Makeover (Android)
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Another match/blast game to earn stars for tasks and select out of 0-3 options for how you want your design to load similar to Homescapes or Frozen Adventures. The story is okay, but the level play isn't as friendly as some of the other similarly designed games tried.
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
Another match/blast game to earn stars for tasks and select out of 0-3 options for how you want your design to load similar to Homescapes or Frozen Adventures. The story is okay, but the level play isn't as friendly as some of the other similarly designed games tried.
Fishdom
Fishdom (Android)
My rating: 2.5 of 5 stars
This is another game that varies from what is advertised significantly. The ads would have you believe that the mini-games make up the game play. However, these mini-games are only available at random after several standard blast levels are beaten, similar to other games like Project Makeover or Homescapes. Unlike these other blast games, though, you are earning coins not just to be able to buy power ups, but also to buy the actual fish and decorations you want in your aquarium. Not so much the earning stars to complete a task and select an option type style.
My rating: 2.5 of 5 stars
This is another game that varies from what is advertised significantly. The ads would have you believe that the mini-games make up the game play. However, these mini-games are only available at random after several standard blast levels are beaten, similar to other games like Project Makeover or Homescapes. Unlike these other blast games, though, you are earning coins not just to be able to buy power ups, but also to buy the actual fish and decorations you want in your aquarium. Not so much the earning stars to complete a task and select an option type style.
BlockPuz: Jigsaw Puzzles & Wood Block Puzzle Game
BlockPuz: Jigsaw Puzzles & Wood Block Puzzle Game (Android)
My rating: 2.5 of 5 stars
This is another one that is similar to Block: Hexa Puzzles where you have a shape you have to be able to solve the puzzle for. Not all of them are animals or item shapes like the images show though. Some will resemble smiley faces or other random things (if you can make sense of the alternating color blocks to identify the image). There is also not a really great way to navigate back to the menu or switch puzzle tracks once you select one of the games.
My rating: 2.5 of 5 stars
This is another one that is similar to Block: Hexa Puzzles where you have a shape you have to be able to solve the puzzle for. Not all of them are animals or item shapes like the images show though. Some will resemble smiley faces or other random things (if you can make sense of the alternating color blocks to identify the image). There is also not a really great way to navigate back to the menu or switch puzzle tracks once you select one of the games.
Block Puzzle
Block Puzzle (Android)
My rating: 2.5 of 5 stars
This is similar in many ways to Block: Hexa Puzzles if you're playing the challenge course. There's always some sort of obstacle combined with not running out of room on the board to beat each level. Adds variety to the puzzles, but can also be frustrating if all you want is a good puzzle and it throws the harder challenges at you instead.
My rating: 2.5 of 5 stars
This is similar in many ways to Block: Hexa Puzzles if you're playing the challenge course. There's always some sort of obstacle combined with not running out of room on the board to beat each level. Adds variety to the puzzles, but can also be frustrating if all you want is a good puzzle and it throws the harder challenges at you instead.
Ball Sort Puzzle: Color Sorting Game
Ball Sort Puzzle: Color Sorting Game (Android)
My rating: 2.5 of 5 stars
This game delivers exactly what it promises as far as game play goes. What it does not tell you, is that you will get a significant number of ads and have no way of turning them off - not even the usual subscription to play method that a lot of freemium games have adopted. Eventually, even if it's enjoyable, the novelty somewhat wears off and it's just a way to pass a minute of boredom.
Mighty Party: Magic Arena
Mighty Party: Magic Arena (Android)
My rating: 1 of 5 stars
While parts of this game are like the ads portray, where you have to find the right order of levels to keep your XP higher than your opponents and win the battle, the majority of them are more like a virtual chess battle with very little instruction and a lagging auto-play function that makes the player wonder why they'd invest in the game. It would honestly be a lot more engaging to stick to the XP level battles instead.
Project Makeover
Project Makeover (Android)
My rating: 1 of 5 stars
The ads for this game are very misleading, and the actual game play is a lot more similar to other connect three or blast type games such as Homescapes or Frozen: Free Fall. The options are very limited (0-3 per option) and the levels are not very friendly unless you want to pay for boosters to wade through the story line. Not the most engaging of this type of design game I've come across so far.
Tetris
Tetris (Android)
My rating: 1 of 5 stars
While this models the standard Tetris, the default appears to be a timed game that ends rather abruptly. The screen is also not the most responsive for the standard mode, so don't be surprised if the blocks don't lock where you thought you were trying to put them. Can make the game a little aggravating. Probably would work better on consoles with actually controllers attached rather than touch screen.
April 2, 2021
The Croods 2: A New Age
The Croods 2: A New Age (2020)
My rating: 2 of 5 stars
This was both predictable and also very strange when it comes to sequels. Almost tried to mix in an old school comic type of story line with the freeze frame text. Everything is narrated additionally with diaries and journals, especially from Guy and Eep. The Bettermans are very easy to hate despite trying to come off as overly friendly, which is not helped even by their name. Their entire setup is basically too ideal and superficial, which is why it falls apart so easily. Of course it wouldn't be your usual family friendly movie if it didn't end up with some sort of happy ending, just with a lot of strange twists along the way.
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