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Elena's Journal I

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87%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
monetization, stability
87% User Score Based on 253 reviews

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Elena's Journal I is a single player casual management game. It received positive reviews from players.

Help Elena discover the City of the Amazons in a Time Management adventure!

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87%
Audience ScoreBased on 253 reviews
story30 positive mentions
monetization9 negative mentions
  • The game features an interesting storyline with engaging plot twists that keep players invested.
  • Gameplay is smooth with no major bugs reported, making for an enjoyable experience.
  • The graphics are appealing and the characters are cute, contributing to the overall charm of the game.
  • The game frequently requires an internet connection despite being advertised as an offline game, leading to frustration among players.
  • There are too many unskippable ads before and after levels, which disrupts the flow of gameplay.
  • The main character, Elena, is often perceived as selfish and unlikable, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the story.
  • story
    45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its interesting plot, engaging characters, and unexpected twists that keep them invested. However, some users expressed frustration with the main character, Elena, and found parts of the storyline to be disappointing or dragging. Overall, while the narrative has its flaws, it is often described as immersive and enjoyable, making it a highlight for many players.

    • “This game is awesome the plot twist was crazy at the end and it is so worth putting the time and effort to play it.”
    • “The story was wonderful and enticing, you don't see that too much in games anymore so it was very refreshing.”
    • “Every time I feel like I know where the story is going, the game straight up 'lol nope' that keeps me playing to find out the truth.”
    • “I'm not so happy with the storyline, as I'm getting frustrated with the main character (Elena).”
    • “I'm trying so much to like the game itself, but I can't bear going on with the storyline because I'm literally disgusted with her at each stage.”
    • “Boring storyline, not enough character development.”
  • gameplay
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its similarity to other beloved Gamehouse titles, particularly the Delicious Emily series. However, some users find the repetitive chores and slower pacing to be drawbacks, while others enjoy the engaging storylines that accompany the gameplay. Overall, it strikes a balance between fun mechanics and narrative, though opinions on pacing vary.

    • “Love the gameplay and storylines!”
    • “Great story and of course, the gameplay is amazing, as expected from Gamehouse!”
    • “Fun gameplay ”
    • “However, being a fan of 'game house' games, technically the game was a little simple (not the gameplay but the chores were a little boring), doing the same routines again and again.”
    • “The gameplay is too slow for me.”
    • “Gameplay is similar to other 'game house' games.”
  • monetization
    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players express frustration with the heavy monetization strategy, noting that the frequent and lengthy unskippable ads before and after each level disrupt gameplay and diminish enjoyment. While some appreciate the ability to play for free, the overwhelming presence of ads is seen as excessive and detrimental to the overall experience.

    • “Watching full ads before and after every level spoils the flow of the game.”
    • “I feel like I spend more time watching ads for other games than playing the one I chose.”
    • “I don't mind ads, but 30-second unskippable ads after every level is a bit much.”
  • graphics
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the graphics in the game receive mixed reviews; while some players praise the outstanding visuals and retro style, others criticize them for being subpar and lacking energy compared to previous titles. The consensus highlights that the graphics contribute positively to the game's appeal, but there are notable concerns about quality in certain areas.

    • “I really recommend anyone that is looking for a great storyline, graphics, and gameplay to jump on this journey.”
    • “The characters, intrigue, and outstanding graphics make this a top-shelf new entry!”
    • “Great graphics and storyline.”
    • “The graphics are retro.”
    • “The story seems interesting, but the graphics are worse than ever and the characters lack energy.”
    • “Your game's graphics and movement are so poor; the old ones in Angela and Emily were good. Your new game's graphics are poor.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users report significant stability issues with the game, including frequent crashes, freezing, and slow performance, leading some to consider uninstalling and canceling their subscriptions. Many express frustration over persistent glitches that remain unaddressed.

    • “Just downloaded the game and it's already kicking me out and freezing. When you do play, it's extremely slow. I'm about to just uninstall and cancel my subscription. It seems like most of their games have glitches and nothing is done to fix the issues.”
    • “The game crashes constantly, making it nearly unplayable. I've lost progress multiple times due to these stability issues.”
    • “I can't believe how often this game freezes. It's frustrating to deal with so many bugs and crashes, and it really ruins the experience.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game has been criticized for its boring storyline, which fails to engage players on a deeper level, leading to a lack of emotional investment. Additionally, there seems to be insufficient character development to foster a connection with the audience.

    • “The storyline felt boring and lacked emotional depth.”
    • “There wasn't enough character development to evoke any real emotions.”
    • “I found the emotional moments to be unconvincing and poorly executed.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users highlight the high replayability of games published by GameHouse, with one reviewer noting their willingness to pay for a subscription due to this quality.

    • “I pay for the subscription because I find games published by GameHouse to be very replayable.”
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Elena's Journal I is a casual management game.

Elena's Journal I is available on Phone, Tablet, Android and Mobile Platform.

Elena's Journal I was developed by GameHouse LLC.

Elena's Journal I has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its monetization.

Elena's Journal I is a single player game.

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