Santa's Christmas Solitaire
- December 5, 2016
- The Revills Games
Get on Steam"Santa's Christmas Solitaire" is a holiday-themed card game where players clear levels by completing various solitaire layouts. The game features festive music and graphics, as well as a variety of power-ups to help players along the way. The goal is to clear all the cards on the board and earn stars to progress through the different levels.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Charming and nostalgic Christmas theme with great music and cute story elements.
- Engaging gameplay with a variety of mini-games and an advent calendar style progression.
- Smooth performance with beautiful graphics that enhance the festive atmosphere.
- Lacks Steam achievements and trading cards, which may disappoint some players.
- Some players feel the card mechanics can be rigged at times, affecting the overall experience.
- The game may feel basic or repetitive for those not particularly fond of solitaire.
- music10 mentions
- 90 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its festive and nostalgic quality, featuring a great selection of Christmas tunes that enhance the overall mood. While some users noted a few poorly executed slowed-down versions of songs, the majority found the soundtrack enjoyable and a delightful addition to the gameplay experience. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's charming atmosphere and engaging storyline.
“Lovely soundtrack and a story to drive the games.”
“Music - great selection of different Christmas tunes.”
“I often turn music off but these songs are quite fun and add much to the mood, so I shall be keeping them on.”
“The game plays Christmas songs while you play, which can be quite distracting.”
“The music selection feels repetitive and lacks variety.”
“The background music is often too loud, overshadowing the gameplay.”
- story8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's story is characterized by a cute and nostalgic narrative that unfolds through engaging cutscenes and voice acting, enhancing the overall gameplay experience. Players appreciate the charming storyline and the integration of various minigames, which provide a break from the main narrative while still contributing to the overall charm. The soundtrack complements the story well, creating an enjoyable atmosphere throughout the game.
“It has enticing storylines and fun gameplay.”
“Lovely soundtrack and a story to drive the games.”
“There's a story told with cutscenes and voice acting between levels.”
“The story is minimal and often feels disconnected from the gameplay.”
“The narrative lacks depth and fails to engage the player.”
“While there are story elements, they are overshadowed by repetitive gameplay.”
- graphics5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised for their festive and beautiful aesthetic, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere. However, some users note that they are not as visually impressive as those in other games, likening them to mobile or Facebook games, while still appreciating the casual gaming elements included. Overall, the graphics run smoothly on various machines.
“The graphics are so festive, I love the music, and it runs great on my machine.”
“Nice graphics and atmosphere.”
“Graphics - beautiful.”
“It isn't as visually stunning as Jewel Match: Winterscapes -- here, the graphics often remind me of a Facebook or mobile game, and the art itself honestly isn't quite as good.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The gameplay features standard card game mechanics with power-ups earned through level progression, alongside optional hidden object scenes for added variety. It closely resembles the mechanics of Jewel Match, focusing on breaking obstacles and uncovering coins, while primarily offering a basic solitaire experience of matching cards by one number higher or lower.
“Gameplay - basic solitaire where you're looking for one number higher or lower.”
“It's identical, mechanically, to jewel match (items are used to break obstacles, coins are hiding under cleared decks, and so on).”
“It's identical, mechanically, to Jewel Match (items are used to break obstacles, coins are hiding under cleared decks, and so on).”
“Gameplay is basic solitaire where you're looking for one number higher or lower.”
“The usual card game mechanics and power-ups to get with money earned by playing the levels and creating combos, and there are some optional hidden object scenes between level packs to provide a bit of variety, and a few endless layouts to play from the main menu.”
- stability1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users report that the game runs smoothly on their machines, indicating strong stability, complemented by enjoyable graphics and music.
“The graphics are so festive, I love the music, and it runs great on my machine.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers consistently highlight the game's impressive graphics, which contribute significantly to its immersive atmosphere. Overall, the visual presentation enhances the player's experience, creating a captivating environment.
“The graphics and atmosphere create an immersive experience that draws you in.”
“The game's atmosphere is incredibly engaging, making every moment feel alive.”
“The combination of stunning visuals and a captivating atmosphere truly enhances the gameplay.”
