Samantha Swift and the Golden Touch

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In "Samantha Swift and the Golden Touch," players assume the role of an archaeologist searching for the legendary Midas Touch. Featuring hidden object puzzles and time management gameplay, players will travel the world, uncovering hidden treasures and solving intriguing mysteries. Along the way, they'll need to manage their inventory, keep an eye on their finances, and outwit cunning foes in this engaging adventure game.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Samantha Swift and the Golden Touch screenshot

+15

32%

Audience ScoreBased on 71 reviews

story5 positive mentions

monetization3 negative mentions

The game features enjoyable hidden object scenes that are well-balanced and provide a decent challenge.
The storyline is engaging, with a female protagonist and a variety of locations to explore.
The music is well-composed and adds to the atmosphere of the game.

The game is broken on modern Windows systems, requiring users to download a fan-distributed EXE file to play.
Many players report that the game does not launch at all, leading to frustration and wasted money.
The graphics and gameplay feel outdated, with low resolution and hit detection issues that detract from the experience.

story
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
56%
17%
The story in "Acquista Samantha Swift and the Golden Touch" is described as engaging yet somewhat simplistic, primarily serving as a backdrop for the hidden object gameplay. While it features a globe-trotting adventure and some intriguing elements, many reviewers found it less compelling than its predecessor, with a tendency to feel condensed and lacking depth. Overall, the narrative is enjoyable for casual players but may disappoint those seeking a more elaborate and cohesive storyline.
- “If you wish to do hidden object scenes with little interruptions and a decent storyline, this is the game for you!”
- “The subsequent storyline mainly involves you traveling around the world, from Turkey to the US, to even India, in search of each vial.”
- “+ a pretty great storyline that is gripping enough to keep me interested and engaged.”
- “Did they remove parts of the story or something..?”
- “One minor nitpick I have is how the story initially seems to show information about Samantha's father and his mysterious disappearance, but it quickly reduces itself to an excuse to gather recurring items (Swift tablets) without any actual progress on the search for him.”
- “If you are looking for an elaborate and involved storyline and flow with the hidden objects game, then this is not it. It's more like hidden object everywhere and, oh by the way, we need that to propel the story forward.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising it as thematic and atmospheric, enhancing the overall experience, while others find it to be merely average and not particularly memorable. Overall, it features standout tracks that are worth noting, especially in different locations.
- “Some of the songs are absolute bangers.”
- “Plus the music is good; I'm always impressed by music composers who can create thematic music that adds the appropriate atmosphere to any entertainment media, and this has one of those apropos elements.”
- “I'd highly suggest you keep an ear out for the music in the various different locations you'll be traveling to.”
- “The music is okay, but nothing special.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The gameplay is characterized by a focus on hidden object searching, with simplistic puzzles and a lack of variety in activities, leading to a quickly exhausting experience. While there are improvements in scenery and inventory mechanics compared to the first title, the overall execution suffers from poor writing and a confusing story, resulting in a short and somewhat boring experience.
- “Like any good sequel that uses the same core mechanics, it tries to give more of everything; in our case, we have a larger variety in scenery and roughly fifty screens to visit.”
- “Gameplay is almost purely hidden object searching with some items ending up in our inventory, so we can use them later to unearth some other item from the list.”
- “It's definitely an improvement from the first title when it comes to gameplay.”
- “Terrible writing, boring gameplay, simplistic puzzles.”
- “Without other activities to mix up the gameplay, it will exhaust what it does have to offer very quickly.”
- “Gameplay is almost purely hidden object searching, with some items ending up in our inventory to be used later to unearth other items from the list.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The graphics received mixed reviews, with some players noting that while the artwork can be appealing and brings a smile, it ultimately lacks depth and quality. Many found the visuals to be underwhelming and not on par with other games in the genre, contributing to an overall sense of disappointment.
- “Normally I don't play this type of game, but I saw that so many of these have good quality artwork.”
- “Story is very nice and the graphics put a big smile on my face.”
- “Very short with a confusing story, but nice graphics and easy gameplay.”
- “The artwork isn't great.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
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The atmosphere of the game is enhanced by its impressive thematic music, which effectively complements the overall experience and adds depth to the gameplay. Reviewers appreciate the skill of the composers in creating a fitting auditory backdrop that enriches the game's ambiance.
- “The music is fantastic; I'm always impressed by composers who can create thematic music that enhances the atmosphere of any entertainment medium, and this game definitely achieves that.”
- “The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the world and making every moment feel significant.”
- “The combination of visuals and sound design creates a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after you put the game down.”
- “The atmosphere feels flat and uninspired, lacking the depth needed to immerse players in the game world.”
- “Despite the potential for a rich environment, the overall ambiance is dull and fails to evoke any real emotion.”
- “The game struggles to create a compelling atmosphere, leaving players feeling disconnected from the experience.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users express concerns about monetization practices, particularly highlighting the risk of downloading unofficial patches from third-party sites, which raises safety and security issues.
- “The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
- “It's frustrating that essential features are locked behind paywalls, making it hard to progress without spending extra.”
- “The constant barrage of ads and in-game purchases detracts from the overall experience, making it feel more like a cash grab than a game.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Users generally find the game's replayability to be very low, indicating that once completed, there is little incentive to revisit the experience.
- “With all this in mind, I'd also say it has very low replay value.”
- “The game feels repetitive after the first playthrough, leaving little incentive to return.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's not much left to explore or experience again.”