I hated Drawn, can't stand fairies and never played the Cats of Ulthar, so I'll totally ignore your request and say you should try Enigmatis: the Ghosts of Maple Creek.

Always helpful,

Gil.

I think all 3 Drawn games are worth playing, as are the Awakening games. I haven't played Cats of Ulthar yet.

I too really liked Enigmatis: The Ghosts of Maple Creek. Among my favorite IHOGs in the last 6 months is Surface: Mystery of Another World.

Hi Dreamer,
I would rate the Drawn series first, although it is not a hidden object game. I loved the first two games of the series, and felt the third one was not quite up to the same standard.

Then I would rate as second, the Awakening series as fun and enjoyable IHOGs. I enjoyed all three games.

I demoed The Cats of Ulthar, but didn't like it enough to purchase.

I think there is a list of everyone's favorites here that could be a great resource for you. I envy your exploration and discovery.
Jeanne

Surface is an IHOG.

Don't get me wrong, I enjoyed the third Drawn and don't regret buying it. There was just more of a "story" going on in the first two games. The third one didn't have as rich a narrative but lots of fun (and unique) puzzles.

I don't remember why I crossed it (Cats) off my list to purchase. It just didn't engage me.
Often if a game has too many hidden object scenes one after another...I lose interest.

You might look at Azada 2: Ancient Magic as a unique style of game as well.
Jeanne