Has anyone tried this yet Just wondering what it is like. I've seen it in the stores but only in the box. No demo has ever been set up. Has anyone tried it and if so, what did you think? I am considering this for my 6yo son but it seems expensive for this type of game. Has anyone tried this yet Just wondering what it is like. I've seen it in the stores but only in the box. No demo has ever been set up. Has anyone tried it and if so, what did you think? I... » Read More Has anyone tried this yet Just wondering what it is like. I've seen it in the stores but only in the box. No demo has ever been set up. Has anyone tried it and if so, what did you think? I am considering this for my 6yo son but it seems expensive for this type of game. « Show Less
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I have not seen it but my boys (8 & 9) want it too, so we think we may spring for it. BUT a word of advice from a mom who bought way too many toys too early for them (when the were 5 & 6). Wait. We bought a pool/ping pong/air hockey combo table and it's trashed. All the games we bought for them at that age are missing pieces. Unless your 6 yr old is really mature, I would wait a year or two if I were you.
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My nine year old LOVES this game! I wrote a review I hope it is posted soon.
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It's great for a 6yr old. I have one, used, I just posted on Craig's list for $15. Lots of fun, to play the kids actually have to run to make the plays. It plays one or two players.
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My 8-year-old son received this from Santa for Christmas. He wasn't too terribly into football before, but he can't get enough of this game. He absolutely loves it! He can play it against others or by himself against the "computer". I have enjoyed playing it too. And it even offers players some exercise because you have to run in place to make your player move faster. You can't just be a couch potato to play this game!Definitely a winner, as far as my son and I are concerned!
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I don't remember-which means that my kids (17,14,8) have not really played it all that much. I think it can't compete with the PS3, DS', Wii, etc.
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I bought both the Explorer and LeapPad for my 3 and 5 year olds for Christmas. I bought a couple of game cartridges as well as app cards. How do you install the apps in both? I was told at TRU that you could only install an app on one device. Good to know that he was wrong.
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The game doesn't consists of anything vulgar just mild amounts of violence. However everyone is different for me personally I was pretty easy. But it is difficult to get used to at first. Have your child download the demo in the Nintendo 3ds eshop and watch how he plays.
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I think it's perfect for young & old alike. Especially if u bought more sets or larger sets. I've had no problem getting it to stand up (as Donna had complain of) & the fun part about this is, it can be won by children as well as adults. Often, family games can give adults an edge but if u teach children to move slowly & think about there moves...they can easily be the winner. Gr8 learning tool for children that may be a bit too hyper. Teaches them to slow down & think!!! Hope this helps! :)
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No! I used to play it with my 4 and 6 year old. It's a great game and good way to incorporate fun with relevant learning.
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You might check your local game stop and look at a refurbished unit. The last time I was in there they had some units in there for 79.99. I bought a ds lite for my son when he was 6 and he is still using at 8 we just got a nerf case to increase the durablity for it. My niece got hers at 7 and is still using it and she will be 12 christmas eve. It is definatley a investment but she will not grow out of this toy for some time to come. There are very few toys that I buy for the kids that I can say they're still use on a weekly basis 5 years later, but this is one of them.
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I have a 5 and 9 year old. Both of them thought it was great, but I recommend that you have a sizable sand box for it. It also takes a little time for them to figure it out. In any event, it definitely is worth the purchase for the price and enjoyment.
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It is difficult. It took my son (10) and I about 3 hours to figure out the whole game. We have also changed a few rules for faster play. That said, this game is amazing, and it feels like you are in an episode of the show. I hope you like it.
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My son said it's Nothing like the show ...people are different ....doesn't play it the cusing is plentiful he's looking to trade the game ...none of his friends who are ALL DEAD fans want it ... two had it and traded it at game stop ...
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The kids use it while they play titanfall but I'm hearing conflicting answers on how well it works with the game. I hear only some of the features and some are funky.
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5 year olds consistently request this game. They can team up with an adult, or play it on their own. I've tested it with over 500 kids, so I should know.Cheers!Dominic CrapuchettesDesigner of Wits & Wagers and Say Anything
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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.
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You can learn from the instructions that come in the box. There are many Youtube videos that show you how to play too. It's cool because it can be a different game each time you play.
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I believe your best approach would be to watch the video on demonstrations as suggested by JH. Don't exactly understand what your problem is but my 5 yr. old grandson was able to operate the game without difficulty.
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Thanks for your input. I did not get one, I just decided that since we have the Wii - that's enough right now. I don't want to turn them into big gamers at the age of 4. Thanks again for your input, have a Merry Christmas!
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I agree with H. Sexton, Jr. I just got my 7 yr old a DS to replace his Leapster. It was awesome! It is all educational. I've only found 2 educational games for his level so far on DS. He reads on a 4th grade level and is in G&T; and I am having a hard time finding educational games. If you want ed- I'd go to the Leapster. Hope this helps!