Is this a very hard game compared to Donkey Kong Country Returns? Or is it hard in general? I don't want to buy something that will be too difficult.
1484375
Both games are a bit challenging. I haven't completed Donkey Kong Tropical Freeze to assess the whole game, but I don't think Returns is any harder. If you thought the previous one was too difficult, you might not like this one either. I would recommend Super Mario 3D World as it is easier but a lot of fun.
1484376
It starts off fairly fun, but gets way too crazy hard well before the end. It's been a while since I played the previous one, so I'm not sure how it compares. I'd say this is more fun at first, but both devolve into something pointlessly hard just to be hard. I wouldn't recommend either game at all.
1484377
About the same to start, took a bit longer to get to next levels as the game progressed.
1022627
We just learned to play it from the rules. I read them and looked at everything ahead of playing - by myself - until I somewhat understood what was supposed to happen. I think all of these types of games have really detailed rules and you just need to go over them really well and think it out - or play first with someone who has played it before. Also - keep the rules handy for reference as you play the game. That is the best advice I can give. After you play it a couple times - it become's pretty easy and a game can be played in 30 mins. I have nephews & nieces that are 9 that play - maybe not with the most strategy - but they play.
1718700
Its a completely different "animal"; that is, its as good but completely different mechanics. If you liked forbidden island then you'll probably like this one. However my review as well as others pointed out that some of the individual games have quality issues so you may get a bad set.
2150570
If you have not played a dungeon and dragons style game before than I would say it will take a while to learn. As in several hours. But it is a lot of fun to play so if people don't mind investing time and playing then get it. It is a lot of fun with ADULT humor. Not horrible adult humor but it is aimed for adults.
877470
Why pay 20 or 30 dollars? Check the better thrift stores. I found game complete and looking just like new for $3.99 at Goodwill. I had no idea it was so expensive new, it's certainly not worth as much as everyone here seems to be spending their hard earned money to buy,
706559
This is very suitable for adults. I have only played it as an adult and with adults. The trivia is definitely on an adult level. There are some that are easier than others, but most are pretty difficult.
213393
From what I've found, most games are the same if your a beginner. I wouldn't say one is easier than the other
749745
I would think the regular version woukd still be too difficult my 4 1/2 yr old likes the jr game and can play with little assistance and I like playing too
1238565
Not hard at all. The rules are a bit complicated, but they are all very intuitive once you've read through them. I've played with about 6 to 8 different people at various times and everyone has enjoyed the game and had a good time. I do admit that i don't think we have ever made it in the expected play time, but then we're enjoying ourselves so much we don't care. Play time does pick up once everyone is familiar with the rules, this last Saturday we completed one game, and just jumped right into a second one.
305746
As always...it depends on the child. How is his fine motor coordination? Is he patient and determined? My son is suited well for all of the above. I gave him the Rookie when he was 11 he finished it in a couple days. He really enjoyed going back to it and doing it over and over again so the replay value is really good on these things. I got him the Epic when he turned 12 (this past August) and he really enjoys it. He is still working on it. There are several places that are really hard to get past. It has 125 points to master. The Original has 100. The Rookie has 70. You might not want to get him anything harder than the Original. If it is too hard, it might just cause frustration and end up sitting on a shelf... or smashed against a wall.
757825
The game is really fun. The caveat is that the learning curve is a bit steep. We didn't let that stop us from playing. We learned a bit more each time we played and also learned by watching videos on YouTube. I hope that helps.
2150572
I would say this is an easy to mid-level difficulty game, and could fit your circumstances well. I think the directions are fairly straightforward, and they are only overruled by anything written specifically on the game cards. If you'd like to see the game in action, I suggest you check out the following link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6oMBSiL7Zs (if the link doesn't show up, go to YouTube and search for "Table Top Munchkin"). There is a little bit of language (just a forewarning if you would find that sort of thing offensive), but the Table Top series of videos is where I've discovered many games recently. I would say this is an easy to mid-level difficulty game, and could fit your circumstances well. I think the directions are fairly straightforward, and they are only overruled by anything written specifically on the game cards. If you'd like to see the game in action, I suggest you check out the following link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6oMBSiL7Zs (if the link doesn't show up, go to YouTube and search for "Table Top Munchkin"). There is a little bit of language (just a forewarning if you would find that sort of thing offensive), but the Table Top series of videos is... » Read More I would say this is an easy to mid-level difficulty game, and could fit your circumstances well. I think the directions are fairly straightforward, and they are only overruled by anything written specifically on the game cards. If you'd like to see the game in action, I suggest you check out the following link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6oMBSiL7Zs (if the link doesn't show up, go to YouTube and search for "Table Top Munchkin"). There is a little bit of language (just a forewarning if you would find that sort of thing offensive), but the Table Top series of videos is where I've discovered many games recently. « Show Less
416669
Yes! There is a "Newbie" difficulty setting. In the menu, the main character is wearing a baby bonnett and sucking a pacifier ;-) You'll like this game and as you get better, play it on the next higher difficulty. Have fun!!
724560
The ones I bought which are Mario 3D World and Donkey Kong are both Digital. Very good games in my opinion.
1814187
The twister is the most difficult level....I forget the number. It took my dog a while to get it down, but I think mentally challenging and exhausting to do it repeatedly to eat his dinner.
2197658
The game plays like a slower call of duty game... the mechanics are smooth, the coop is fantastic, but it does have flaws. You fight Weyland Yutani mercenaries for much of the game, which is a huge killing point for a lot of people - for me? Being a huge Aliens fan, I got over the flaws of the console version.
1651780
Absolutely. It's difficult at first but we got the hang of it pretty quick. I'd highly recommend watching a few play through videos before you try it out.