Anyone else have a problem with this games subliminal message? Just wondering if any other parents have had a problem introducing their kids to a game that basically shouts to them that living it up and not completing degrees benefits you more in the...
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Honestly, we really like the game. My kids have never, once chosen to skip education. It does show them that it does take time and effort (and money) to get an education - that's the truth. I've seen too many of my friends (in real life) skip the college route as kids because it was "too hard" and are now having to go back and do it with a family to support. And we love the fact that the life points are so important - that money ISN'T everything. (yes, there's some silly cards like, "get a shoe deal. Earn $500,000." But come on, its a game. And we've been able to laugh with our kids about that. Being at least above-average, they know that's not reality.)We don't pay for everything with cash, but we do not carry debt on our credit cards, have car payments, etc. We spend alot of time educating our children on responsible economics and I think this game helps. It's got alot of good "helpful hints" on the back of cards and in the booklet that came with the game. A great site for financial education is http://www.crown.org/LIBRARY/ViewArticle.aspx?ArticleId=342.
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We opened this today at Christmas and I threw away the instructions- are there secrets as to how to get her to say certain things. We get "I'm sleepy.../bottle/blanket" ALOT! Is there anything really cool that we're missing? If you respond, thanks in advance!
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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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I think my situation is a little different... It would probably be great for your daughter. I have a non-verbal Autistic child who is 8. We don't play this game the same way that most would. But I read the regular instructions and think it is a good game. She would probably like
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My five year old has several of these "3D puzzles". She loves them, but honestly, I can't help her at all with them. (She likes to "show me" how to do puzzles) They give me horrible headaches. They don't seem to bother my daughter or my three year old, but all the adults seem to have the same issues - headaches.
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A child who couldn't read would be frustrated by this game. 99% of the game is not voice-acted, so they wouldn't understand what was going on. There's a note on the back of the box as well that says reading ability is required to play, which is completely true. The ability to read character dialogue and game menus is absolutely necessary.
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My kids really enjoy this game. I got it when my son was 4 and my daughter 7. They are now 5 and 8 and still like it. I think it would be less interesting for older kids though.
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If you find that game please let me know. I ordered Heads Up and it was not at all like the one on Ellen's show. Poor advertising. It was a cheap verson of the game. I gave it to the children's charity.
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Just learned the Morpher has a game board...Sorry didnt know, I have a 5yr ol that teaches me things lol...but I reviewed how to play the game on you tube and its very informative...definitely for older children to understand it all...good luck!
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My computer won't let me access the completecranium web site, says it's an "attack web site." Anyone experience problems on that web site? My kids loves this game, but right now we're looking for both a new key and new balls for it. Very cheaply made.
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Game wise.i didnt like the game at all..I play the game for 5 second and turn it off.more like a kids game..david.new Zealand.
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I have children ages 9-15 and all of my kids enjoy this game (adults do also!). I am sure that younger than 9 can play also-it is basically matching pictures on cards. They do sell a "Spot It Junior"--which I assume is for younger children. We don't own it though so can't give an opinion, sorry!
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My son, to whom this game belongs, says he doesn't think you can get one on a used game. Bear in mind, though, he is 13 and may not know what he is talking about. We have a used game store in our town. If it were me, I'd call that store and see if they had any advice - do you have anything like that where you live?
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I am very careful about what language we use around the kids and the only issue I had was Jagger saying "I hate ..." when he was talking in the dinosaur mode. Our kids are not allowed to use the word hate (they are 4 and 5.5) as we do not believe it belongs in their vocabulary. Other than that, Jagger's pretty harmless and a huge success in this house! ... We JUST NOW opened it :)
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Hi Norma: I never played it myself, just wrapped up with a few CD'sand sent it to my friend, girl living in a nursing home. She tells meit works fine. GL, Alvin
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GOD READ A BOOK LANA!!!On a serious note, you're missing that the point of this game and its marketing is to be funny. First expansion pack, "40% more brand synergy." Second expansion pack, "Now dolphin safe." It's just stuff they add to the description to make it funnier.
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It's just a game have fun!__________________________________________________________________________________We need some help determining this situation:I´ve landed on a blank space and in my life card said: Go to the Start) Live It!. and Choose another player to go with you both get $50k Dollars. Now the problem is that the player i choose to go with me was one step after from getting a degree (She already pay Tution $20K), then the discussion started because the player demands to have the degree because the card dosent specify if he had to pass and earn the degree or start again in start space and pay 20K again, What do you say folks? It's just a game have fun!__________________________________________________________________________________We need some help determining this situation:I´ve landed on a blank space and in my life card said: Go to the Start) Live It!. and Choose another player to go with you both get $50k Dollars. Now the problem is that the player i choose to go with me was one step after from getting a degree (She already pay Tution $20K), then the discussion started because the player demands to have the degree because the card dosent specify if he had to pass and earn the degree... » Read More It's just a game have fun!__________________________________________________________________________________We need some help determining this situation:I´ve landed on a blank space and in my life card said: Go to the Start) Live It!. and Choose another player to go with you both get $50k Dollars. Now the problem is that the player i choose to go with me was one step after from getting a degree (She already pay Tution $20K), then the discussion started because the player demands to have the degree because the card dosent specify if he had to pass and earn the degree or start again in start space and pay 20K again, What do you say folks? « Show Less