I have to give "Call of Atlantis; Treasures of Poseidon" a Thumbs Down; something I rarely do. Why? I uninstalled the original "Call of Atlantis" so that there would be no conflicts installing the newer one; I'm so sorry that I did.

If you've never played "Call of Atlantis" before you won't notice the difference, but as others have stated there is nothing new in "Call of Atlantis; Treasures of Poseidon".

Nothing new except they messed up "Call of Atlantis"; it just doesn't play the same way - glitches throughout. It's slow in some areas and then fast in others.

I highly recommend, what they now call, "Call of "Atlantis Premium"; although I say that tongue in cheek because I haven't played the Premium version to see if it plays the same.

This newer version just doesn't play right and the "Treasures of Poseidon" is nothing more than replaying "Call of Atlantis" without the "HOS"

Nothing new here in "Call of Atlantis; Treasures of Poseidon". If you've never played "Call of Atlantis" before then you may like this, however, if you have played it before you will not like this newer game.

I had this excellent game but sadly my PC crashed this morning & I lost it. Does anyone know a way I can get the full version back again? Many thanks if you can.
Larry.

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Hi Larry, please excuse the late moderation. when you say it crashed, did you then have to reinstall your windows or did you recover from it? Try creating a new shortcut from the installed game and see if it will still run. The only other way is to see if the game is available from one of the free game sites that i link to in the games games games section. All the games from those sites are malware free, tohugh you do have to make sure you uncheck the check boxes otherwise you agree to have toolbars installed or your home page changed and even your browser changed. Also, whenever you close a game down from one of the free game sites your browser is opened to the sites home page. this is done so that the provider of the free games can earn cash from the adverts on the site some of which goes to the developers of the games for allowing them to be given away free. It works becasue most of the games given away are already oldish games so not many are sold at the usual price. The developer can continue to earn cash by allowing them to be given away.

Thanks for the help with increasing the time. Have you found which XML file sets the window dimensions? I would like to increase the size of the window to see it better, but keep it in window mode so I can check email too. Thanks!

I installed this, ran it once then uninstalled it....contrary to one of the comments above, there is NO un-timed mode...even in "story" mode, there IS a time limit. Another thing is that the game pieces that you use in match 3 mode look more like halloween candy than anything else and the music sounds more like some kind of American Indian theme from the old west than it does a Poseidon theme. All in all, this game seems lousy compared to Fishdom from the same company.

Hi everyone ,

This is actually the revamp version of Call of Atlantis which is Playrix add Treasure of Poseidon to the game that contain extra levels and a bit different game mechanic especially about score and power - ups. The score that you achieved in treasure of poseidon now act like a money which you can purchase power - ups in the store. But still , I hate timed game and whatever it is I still get this game for free.

Thank you so much, watcher13! I was just wondering about this. Can I delete the "Premium" version from June 1, 2013. I haven't completed that game. Are the story mode games the same?

Awhile back the site offered this same game but in the Collector's Edition. It's great but it's also buggy on my machine, so it annoyingly crashes from time to time. No Playrix game has ever crashed on my system before, and there are more than a dozen! This one is rock solid from what I can tell so far, so I'll probably remove the CE version. Thanks, Playrix and GGOTD!

For anybody new to the game, these tips found on the web might be a help since WR's tied up:
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[Call of Atlantis] Useful Tips and Tricks

Multiple matches of 4 or more tiles will temporarily give you the power of the Amulet of Poseidon. Click on it when it becomes charged (glows) to eliminate a lot of random tiles in your current round. Note: The amulet only remains charged for a short time, so you will need to use it right away to take advantage of it.

Locked tiles can be troublesome. A good strategy is to unlock them early in the round before they drop to the bottom of the screen. If this happens, it is more difficult to match a line to remove the lock on it.

The Bomb of Titans is a bonus item that allows you to target a specific section of tiles to be destroyed. Use it strategically in areas where you are having difficulty making matches.

The Swap Bonus in the game may be used only to swap two simple tiles on the field. You cannot swap a piece of an artifact or another bonus with the adjacent tile using this bonus.

The Lightning of Zeus is another bonus item you can retrieve. It can be used to destroy one type of tile [on the entire board]. Use this strategically to help you get artifact pieces that are difficult to move (such as locked tile pieces). Note: If you are not careful with your tile selection, you may accidentally remove pieces that are needed.

Heart tiles are a bonus item that gives you an extra life. Whenever these appear, be sure to obtain them before you get your last Atlantis artifact piece that will complete your current match-3 round. [Note: I've never seen heart tiles. Maybe that's from Yet Another Version of this particular game.) :)

I believe the file you're referring to is \base\level.xml

I just added a 1 in front of each time value (the 3-digit ones), and 11 in front of the 2-digit time values.

The Call of Atlantis levels seem to be numbered consecutively from 1.1 thru 7.8, and the Treasure of Poseidon levels are the randomly-named levels that follow them. With these alterations, I can actually get through the Poseidon levels, and the timer doesn't move much.

Oh yeah, you probably want to save a copy of the original file before you start changing it. ;-)

Playrix just knows how to do the games. Thanks for this one. Playrix, I hope you'll consider giving some more games. As far as the modes, I have the same suggestion as others have had about having a mode for those of us that just play games for the sake of playing instead getting a score. All other aspects of the game are up there with me. The developers have great ability.

Thanks again Playrix. Thanks GGOTD and Stephen for all of your work.

Normally a Playrix game is a guarantee of good gameplay and solid programming. But be warned: In this type of game with isolated islands of tiles, with chains and locks, some puzzles just aren't solvable unless you have a LOT of time on your hands. For me, these games are a great way to unwind and relax. They are NOT the reason I'm living. Sometimes programmers create levels that are simply too hard, and that's where Playrix has had the occasional game that doesn't justify itself. For me, the ideal game is one that isn't too long, but keeps my interest through new and different challenges that don't require redoing the same level 30 times because of an over-zealous programmer. So, enjoy this game. I'm sure it's a good one. But the screenshots of separated islands, limited timer and chains and locks and tigers and bears, oh my! I'll pass on this one, looking forward to the next offering.

Hi,

It is the one played and offered previously, but improved. The graphics are better. Game play is very easy! I am only in a couple of levels
though. Will play more when have time! Everything is basically the same but different graphics and perhaps will find different features
as play one! I liked the previous ones and look forward to playing this one!
Thanks for another great game!

I have downloaded and installed it because I lost this and many other games and software from GAOTD when I had a computer crash in 2012 (motherboad and other things are crashed)and bought this year a new laptop (I could not buy it earlier.) I love match 3 games.

I have the Call of Atlantis from 2014 and now I have Call of Atlantis Treasures of Poseidon. Both great games and this one downloaded and loaded without any problems. Cant wait to finish this one too.

Pity, no relaxed mode.
I like to multitask/timeswitch those games with e.g. watching TV, doing crosswords, etc.
When do they learn ;-)
What's the effort of building in a switch, compared to building the whole game?!

I like the mix of match-3 and finding objects. I've only played the first section in Rome but it wasn't too stressful. I'll try the challenge mode later. Thanks.

A pleasant match 3 & hidden object game. You can choose between 'Call of Atlantis, Save Atlantis in the story mode' and 'Treasures of Poseidon, Find the lost treasures in the challenge mode'.
I shall keep this one, thank you.

Let me clear up the confusion here. I compared versions given away here before, and this is Call of Atlantis with a new challenge mode containing 50 new levels added to it. It's more than 3 times the size of the original. Since many games have only around 50 new levels, this is kind of like getting the next generation of the game because it essentially includes a built-in expansion pack. So, if you enjoy this kind of game at all, I highly recommend you download, as this is all but a new giveaway. If you've completed your previous Call of Atlantis, you'll have 50 new levels to try, and, if this is a 1st time, you'll be getting a game with 116 levels, considerably more than the usual giveaway. So, this is certainly value from GGOTD. A popular game with almost a new version built-in, and not really a rerun. I was just playing my last copy of Call last night. For me, this is a winner and a sure download. Thanks GGOTD.

Great game, always having fun with these games.

It's too frustrating to play a timed game Please, game developers, always consider having an Un-Timed or Relaxed option.

This is one of those rock-solid older Playrix games. I originally had it years ago from GGotD, but ended up buying it as part of a multi-game deal from Playrix some while back. I have all 3 -- Atlantis Quest, Call of Atlantis, and Rise of Atlantis.

It's a match-3 game with puzzly bits mixed in. It does get more challenging as you go on, but not as difficult as their "80 Days", which is darn near impossible at the end. For those who wish for a relaxed mode, and those who get frustrated in the later levels, there is a fix -- you can edit the game settings in Wordpad to allow yourself more time. It is not hard to do at all. I can't find my little piece of paper, but if you rummage around in the GGotD forums, search for the Atlantis games and/or "80 Days" and you'll find it.

The game has nice, clean graphics and plays well. The higher levels have barriers that require you to move objects over one or two columns to retrieve them; that's what takes extra time and drives me nuts. Otherwise, it's a relaxing game. Very nice addition to the collection of any match-3 fan.

Thanks, GGotD! (And thanks, WR -- good luck with the fixing-up, and may your new tenants be as good as gold!)

There is indeed a "relaxed mode" of sorts in that you do not lose a life. If one fails at a level you get to retry as needed until you succeed. All the upgrade tool survive until used except the powered-up amulet which is only viable during that level. This "casual-mode" approach has allowed me to see the end of the game - where I discovered it is possible to continue et al to the beginning. The next time through, there are some additional complications to challenge your journey. There is a separate "Challenge Mode" game that is fast and furious with entirely new puzzles to try. This is a much-improved version of a favorite series by my favored publisher. If you enjoyed any of the Atlantis series previously I encourage you to get this one as well. I use Windows 8.1 on a Ultra-wide 2560 x 1080 screen where it lives happily. -NECguy

A good match 3 game.. one of my favorites. I still have it from years ago and still play it from time to time. Apparently you can go around the map as many times as you wish. The difficulty level increases a little each time. It's a keeper. :)

You are right to let this one go. The programmer must have been on steroids when he programmed the timing. It's way faster than any other Atlantis I have played. Usually I can finish before the time runs out until the end but this one it runs out way too quickly right off the bat. :-( It does let you buy bombs and time and lightening if you only care about the play and not the points.

There are two modes in this game: the game mode and the challenge mode. Using the "Call Of Atlantis" mode the game is quite relaxed. You easily get the power tokens which destroy various tiles, according to the power of the token, and can easily solve in this mode. The "Poseidon" mode is the challenge mode, and is new to me (I think). I had lost my previous Atlantis game in a computer crash, so I can't refer back to it.
I have trouble seeing some of the matches in some games, but I've never had trouble actually completing Call of Atlantis when I had it before. It might take a few tries on some of the higher level if I wasn't careful with my power tokens, but I know I completed it and replayed using the same player ID several times. When you replay. you don't get as many tokens each time, so be as conservative as you can with using the power tokens.
I have really enjoyed this game, and am glad to have it back!

I agree, need a Relaxed mode or no bother. Thanks for offer.

P.S. The new second mode is called Challenge . . . if you're feeling brave enough!

From a very brief trial of this - it's NOT exactly the same as the previous incarnation, which has been a great favourite in our house. The graphics and storyline have been redone, but also there is now another mode of play, as well as the introductory story one.

I played through the start of the first (original) mode, and even that is a bit different, a bit redesigned, perhaps a bit modernised. So if it's new to you - grab it while you can. It can be played many times over and still enjoyed. If you've been playing the older version for years - grab it, and enjoy another bite at the cherry, playing the NEW second mode.

Great game! Thank you to all concerned - and good luck with the new tenants, Whiterabbit!

;-)

If no relaxed mode I'll probably skip it too.

Nothing more frustrating than losing a "life" just because the random pieces don't fall right for you, and then having to start the entire game all over again if you lose all your "lives".

It's not like they're collecting quarters out of an arcade machine every time you die or anything, or having to hurry you up and get off the machine so someone else will put a quarter in. Why not make it actually fun to play?

The "Atlantis" series is otherwise nicely done, but frustrating the players on purpose isn't one of the best features.

GOTD should not allow advertisements with a large "Start Download" button in the header of the webpage.

for those that suffer from insomnia....

Thank you! I have this question (and this beef with the series) as well. I hope someone will post a reply.

Is this the same as from 22.june 2014?

It took a while to figure it out, but this is an expanded version of the game given away here as "Call of Atlantis, Premium Addition". I found both versions on the Playrix site. Comparing the main menu screen of the two games makes this look like a totally different game.

However, playing them side-by side, they are the same. The difference is that this has the extra "Challenge" levels. It's also far bigger -- over 200 MB fully installed where the original is only about 85 MB.

The original (without the "Treasures of Poseidon" in the name) is also available at MyPlayCity, MyRealGames and GameTop. I will be removing the original version and keeping this one as a superset.

Typical Playrix -- no problem installing and it did NOT get confused with the earlier version for my user profile.

Is this the same as offered previously? I played it for a bit....if not the same, too similar. But, thanks, anyway

The original Call of Atlantis is my go-to game which I love. In fact, I would be ashamed to say how many millions of points I've amassed on it!! So I was very much looking forward to playing this one.

However, I'm disappointed. As ever with Playrix, the graphics are excellent. Playing in Story Mode certainly appears to me to be very similar to the original (not quite the same e.g. in Rome there are four elements to match here, whereas in the original there are only three, the scoring is slightly different and the actual gameplay seems to be slightly less responsive). BUT, I can't get further than Rome as whatever I do, it won't let me pick up the final Hidden Object fragment. It's the bit under the Roman warrior statue - part of the coat of arms with a tiny blue crystal at its top. I've tried with two different player-names but they are both the same.

So I thought I'd try Challenge Mode instead (with a different player-name). I have to say that I played all through the first box of treasures but didn't really enjoy it. Sure, it's a bit of a challenge, but that was all it seemed to be. Then when I'd finished the first box I hoped there might be something different but all there was appeared to be the next box.

Sorry, Playrix and GAOTD - I'll pass on this one. But thanks anyway for the opportunity.

This is a cool little match 3 repackaged with an interesting story, good graphics and fairly good music. Only complaint I have is that games like this *MUST* have a relaxed mode - if only for the replay value. It's just the smart thing to do. 'Treasures of Poseidon' has a few other types of task-like games thrown in there for verity so that's a bonus and it'll keep the game interesting for awhile. I'd like to see developers make the games windows manually resizable (I know there's programs that do this but it would be better if the devs put this feature in the games themselves.)

I downloaded yesterdays game and it would not install for me
could i get a email regarding please as to why
it was mastafish

For starters, I just want to signal that the game.giveaway.com TICKER is NOT visible on a forum (where I put it as my sign).
It isn’t visible even in the “Spread the word” section of this website.

I submitted the compressed package to WinDefender, SuperAntiSpyware, Malwarebytes and EmsiSoft Emergency Kit (those programs are installed or portable on this PC): no problems detected.
I submitted the “setup.exe” to virustotal, metascan-online, jotti and virscan: scan engines on virustotal and jotti found nothing, FPROT scan engine on virscan found W32/Felix:P:Lastsect_unkn!Eldorado, VirIT scan engine on metascan-online found Trojan.Win32.DownLoader16.CH, that I considered as false positives.
The game installed itself well on windows 10 (standard/home) x64, started and finished without problems.

Thanks for this game, as usual, to Whiterabbit-uk (aka Stephen), to GGAOTD and to Playrix!!!

As with the last Atlantis, I'm getting a trojan warning from NOD 32 and it aborted install. I suspect it's a false positive, but can anyone one else confirm?

It does not have a relaxed mode. I've enjoyed these games for years. For me, I seem to be able to build up enough lives to get me through the rougher puzzles. I agree a relaxed mode should be in every game.

in games from Playrix after "start" choose "story mode" instead of "challenge mode" for untimed play

No relax mode = no download

True, it is a repackaging of previous giveaways, Treasures of Poseidon and Call of Atlantis. However, I am downloading it because I lost them both when I had a computer crash and bought a new laptop. It's worth the download, especially if you like match 3 games. Here, you have the option to play one or the other game.

Great game! :D
Perfect balance between appealing graphics and gameplay.
Will have a lot of fun playing this one :)

http://www.bigfishgames.com/games/8734/call-of-atlantis-treasures-of-poseidon/

Sorted through the BFG reviews:

NO RELAXED MODE!

Many complainer it was just the earlier game repackaged.

It's another Match 3, but nothing new and different.

The 'Atlantis' games are usually well-done and interesting Match-3's, with great graphics; but I'll not be downloading this unless someone tells me it has an untimed or relaxed mode. I haven't finished any of the others in this series because I get too annoyed at getting timed-out about 3/4 of the way through.

Thanks anyway!

Same as yesterday, probably won't have time to post a review and moderation will be sporadic, though I will post something later if I have time.

Got to go to our old home again to get it ready for new tenants. A lot of work to do following the previous tenants leaving the place in a real mess.