Is this too difficult for an 8 yr old. More for adults?
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If your kid is into Legos and has done some that are a couple hundreds pieces, they're totally fine. The pieces are definitely small and challenge for my 9 year old but he got into it. And if they're obsessed with minecraft, they'll like it a lot.
1316474
My six year old built it, but he has built many, many sets. His fingers were better able to grasp the smaller pieces than my fingers.
1316475
I don't think it is any more difficult then regular legos. They are just half the size. The directions are the same as what you are used to in any regular lego box. My 10 year old son did this with no issue.Julien
1316476
I bought this for my grandson he is 12 yrs old and has been playing with Lego mine craft for 2 yrs now.
1316477
Not at all too difficult for an 8year old. Got this last year when my son was 8 years and he had no problems with it.
1316478
It isn't too difficult as in following the instructions, but putting together this many tiny pieces (and finding the pieces) takes a LOT of patience. I got it for my son, who was 8 at the time, and he gave up on it pretty quick. Though all kids are different.
1316479
My son received this when he was 7 and didn't have any problems. He does well with Legos. The only help he needed was finding a few of the pieces.
1844958
I gave one to my 12-year-old grandson last year, and he solved it within a half hour, so way too easy for him. I would think a child between 6 and 10 would probably enjoy it the most. It needs to be somewhat difficult for them, or it won't hold their attention. It was a lot of money for 1/2 hour entertainment.
678227
Any age u feel comfortable. There are intricate pieces, like assembling the camshaft lobes that can be challenging. I wouldnt try this with any child younger than 8. My son is 12 he was comfortable assembling the bigger pieces.What makes it difficult is the identifying the firing order and cylinder number identification. Pay extreme clost attention to that. Also dont race through it.
757132
I think it is challenging enough for a 12 year old, a bit hard for a four year old but would still really enjoy it with some help. My 9 1/2 year old loves it.A 12 year old would probably tolerate it, it is geared toward kids about 6-10 I think. But it would challenge her since you have to memorize several things at once. I would definitely depend on the child. My 7 and 9 years olds like games Citizens of Catan, Monopoly, and easy ones like yatzee, and uno. I enjoy it as an adult, its fun
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My five year old loves it. It's too hard for my 3 year old. My 8, 10, and 12 year olds love it just as much as the five year old. (Try to master this yourself, it's no "rookie" game.) Harder than it seems. But simple enough to get the 5 year olds hooked.
685221
This model takes a lot of patience and time. I don't think the age is too young. All kids are different. The instructions get a little "fuzzy" at times, but a little common sense prevails. Good luck and ENJOY.
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My six year old loves it but needs a lot of help. I would think an eight year old that is able to focus and likes puzzles would like it. It increases in difficulty.
1142762
This would be too hard for a five year old. My son got it when he was 11. It takes a lot of effort to rock the board, then you have tobalance and stop, some adults had a hard time.
991166
The bigger sections are hard for my 3 year old. She has no problem with smaller sections. I doubt an older child would have trouble.
822189
It's not as easy to assemble as LEGO. Probably 8 or 10 years old at least. Requires a screwdriver. Consider the child you have in mind and how good they are with mechanical things. Some kids might like the challenge and that it feels more grown-up - not so much of a toy for kids.
547037
I guess it depends on the age if the child. It is easy for an adult to push the buttons but more difficult for a small child. My son is 5 and hasn't figured it out.
413141
This can be very challenging for adults and yet simple for kids. My husband and I have played this with our 7 year old and we have fun trying to make the most opints possible. Some times you have to look very carefully to find the hidden big points! It is a lot like Scrabble but with colors and shapes. You can stare at it for 10 minutes and then finally find the right spot. Definitely for adults if you are going for a challenge, and yet simple enough for kids who don't care so much about the big points!
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I bought this for an 18 month year old and he struggles with it. He doesn't really show any interest in trying to learn it. I'd say try giving it to 2 year olds and older.
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Jane, that is the reason I'm buying for my 8 year grandson. He like to build things. At 8 it may take a little help but I don't think it will take much.
1632335
Yes, it can be hard for my 8 year old to cock it. I suggest one of the bows, or a pistols with the ring they can grab to cock it.
1032456
This is suitable for Kids from 8. Also adults could have fun. The best way is common adventure of dad and son.
947575
Due some small pieces and the difficult to manipulate probably is not recommender for child below 8 years old...