Fantastic Classic Game
591654
I actually bought this to replace an earlier copy because my disc 3 somehow got scratched and I was unable to continue the game past disc 2 (the game would just freeze on the damaged disc 3). But as for the game itself, I think Squaresoft did an excellent job. It's no FF7, but I think it continues the FF series in a uniquely enjoyable way. The graphics are nicer and the sounds and music are of great quality.

The only things I find disappointing are the battle system and storyline. Traditionally in RPG games, the battle system is you have characters with stats and you can equip them with different weapons, armor, and accessories. FF8 gets rid of armor and accessories and focuses only on stats and weapons. That might've been ok if not for the fact that you must 'junction' spells (which you can only acquire slowly by 'drawing' them from enemies) to improve your characters' stats. This creates a disincentive to use spells you junctioned and why the heck would you design that in an RPG game? It's silly. As for the storyline, and without giving it away, I'll just say that it's a weirder, more confusing variation of the classic save-the-world type of story. Things make sense for the most part until the second half of the game.

But overall, the game is entertaining. I certainly had fun.
1726280
I first played this game when I was in elementary school. I loved it then and, after playing it again after so many years now, I still love it. I would highly recommend it for parents with young kids and for those nostalgic adults like myself out there. The puzzles are excellent and grow more complex and difficult as the game progresses to keep the player challenged. Furthermore, the graphics (while no longer very modern by 2008 standards) are easy on the eyes and the voices are clear and even rather entertaining at times (although, in the version I have now, the sound tends to skip every so often). However, the explanations and clues provided by the game for the puzzles are not always particularly helpful, especially since the company apparently no longer makes this game with an actual manual included. If you encounter problems in that regard, I would recommend Googling for an online walkthrough or FAQ about Zoombinis.

Unfortunately, with the version I bought from Amazon.com here, I could not initially get it to play after installation. Despite what they might advertise, you may still run a chance of encountering technical errors that could render the game essentially useless. Fortunately, there are possible ways to fix this awful dilemma, at least for Windows XP users (as this is the system I use; I'm sorry, but I don't know what can be done for Mac users who are encountering trouble). You can run the Program Compatibility Wizard, which a quick Google search will bring up information about and how to start. Or, you can go to the game link on your Start -> Programs menu, right-click on it, click on Properties, go to Compatibility, and select the correct setting under Compatibility mode. I set it to Windows 95 for this game, and it appears to work just fine now. But, be warned - these methods sadly may not solve every case.

Zoombinis: Logical Journey is an excellent game, if you can get it running. There are some errors that you may encounter, and the game isn't as spiffy sight- or sound-wise as the newer games you'll see on the store shelves these days. But what Zoombinis lacks in modern features, it makes up for in charming puzzles, an interesting storyline, and rather addictive game play. I would advise some caution in buying this game if you have never played or seen it before or are not at least a little technically savvy or know someone who is, as you could potentially be let down. Otherwise, I love this game and highly recommend it for those interested. I hope this review helps parents, teachers, and other shoppers alike in their purchasing decision.
4901123
I Loved playing this game back in the 80s and I love playing it now. I love the classic games and Nintendo bringing back Super Mario Brothers for this generation with the updated technology is awesome. My kids also like playing this game on the DS and has kept them occupied for ours. There's just something about a game that you don't have to read a manual before playing. It just comes natural and your able to figure it out as you go, but still challenging enough to keep you interested.
4556413
Dad, Mom & 9 year old son....play this every night. We love this game. It's fun to win, earn trophies, new vehicle customizations new characters and new levels. It's a classic and still a favorite. Hoping to connect to the internet so that we can get even more characters, boards and fun add ons. :)
2179566
One of the classics! Fantastic nostalgia experience.
2247342
Capcom knew how to make great games and this one is no exception.  Set in the world of King Arthur, you can control one of three knights (Arthur, Lancelot, and Percival), each with their different statistical traits.
This game is more fun with two players.  When you're playing by yourself, it's not quite as fun due to the difficulty level of the game.  Nevertheless, a superb multiplayer game.  Don't listen to the reviewer below that calls this a bad game.  This one's a classic and a must-have for any Super NES library.
2692300
The new installment of the old classic (I remember playing Pirates Gold on the Sega Genesis) is a great update.  The different difficult levels force players to hone their pirating skills on land, sea, and with the ladies.

The tactical battle setup is a vast improvement.  Crushing the enemy, drawing them into an ambush, or sneaking troops by to storm the city all come with their own risks and rewards.  The only drawback is the inability to choose the type of troop you will have (i.e. pirates, officers, or buccaneers).  Additionally, it would be nice to have comparable troops to those of the enemy (mounted units perhaps?)

The sea battles are great.  New ship types, difficult winds, and great graphics combine to make the battles both engaging and entertaining.  Again, customization of the ships in your fleet could be more in-depth.  You have the ability to change the type of cannons, the sails, and add extra troops, but actual full customization might be enjoyable.

Finally, capturing the booty and the booty make for extra entertainment, as you attempt to not only conquer the New World, but also the heart of a beautiful governor's daughter.  Including side quests and the dancing portion are great improvements over the original, and bring finding a wife into a brighter spotlight.

Overall, Sid Meier has done it again.  Another great game for sim/strategy enthusiasts.  The graphics, sounds, and game play are all top-notch.  The only room for improvement would be through customization through means other than mods.
267887
What a fantastic way to revisit an old PS2 Classic! I still remember borrowing FFX from a friend back in elementary school and playing it for the first time. It was only my second time playing a Final Fantasy game, with most of my prior knowledge of Square Enix titles coming from the Kingdom Hearts series (KHI and II are some of my all-time favorite games).

FFX/X-2 HD is fantastic because it lets you experience the world of Spira again in wonderful HD. The game looks dated, but its charms are timeless. The game is still beautiful and its the addictive gameplay we all have come to know and love. If you've never played FFX before, now is the perfect time to jump in.

Pros:
+ Allows you to choose between the Classic and Remastered soundtrack (you can swap anytime!)
+ Expert sphere grid from the international version is an option -- also there are multiple optional bosses added
+ Wonderful compilation of all things FFX
+ Bugs from release have been fixed (music and RNG bugs)

Cons:
- Some of the remastering is off. The faces during certain conversations aren't as 'remastered' as others.
4505882
Such fun for all ages!  A very fair price for a great game.
2215183
This game looks deceptively simple and grows to be quite addictive. My 65 year old mom gave this to me for my birthday and actually stayed in the room (she hates video games and runs the other way if we are playing) for hours with the rest of the family, watching and offering tips on how to knock down the blocks! This is a fantastic game that really can be enjoyed by the whole family. This game costs less than a tank of gas but sure lasts longer and brings far more enjoyment- we've had a great holiday weekend with it!
836035
Great!  Excellent game, worth every penny.
698913
This game is great for those of us that grew up with the original Nintendo version of Super Mario Bros!!!  Its an updated version but still has the simplicity of the original 2d scrolling style as opposed to some video games that are so complicated and feel the need to be 3d.  My 7 year old nephew enjoys this game a lot, but his parents and myself enjoy playing just as much as he does!  Its great that there is the multiplayer option, so we can help him get past the parts that he cant do alone.  Multi-player is actually really fun for adults or older children as well because you can play every man for himself style and knock the other player off ledges, into enemies, etc. if you want to make it more interesting, or you can use each other (jump on each others heads, etc.) to reach bonus items or higher ledges that you couldn't on your own.

I find this game the right amount of difficult for older/more experienced players, but not too difficult for the younger players to not be able to play at all (even though they will need help as the levels do get harder).

I also enjoy that this is a traditional style video game and the wii remote moving is limited to shaking it occasionally, not having to jump around the room to get your character to do something, but I know some people have complained about that.
2478811
Great  game for old time gamers. Spent a lot of quarters on this classic.
3746682
One of my favorite games of all time. If you didn't played this 20 years ago then you should do it now
4650093
This is soon to be a classic equal only to the original game.  Having played the original game from almost inception to last weekend, there is another soon due the same accolades. My friends and I have played the original game until cards,counters and sheets are mere tatters.  What I like about the new version is it has plastic 3d figures, cone counters that match the original green life, blue craft, red strength paper tokens, plastic miniature gold coinage and more. Only one type of token is cardboard and that is fine with me.
I bought the new version of the game when it came out and me and my friends and my kids have played it excessively.  In fact as soon as it was available I bought each expansion made for the 4th edition and as I type this I've ordered the latest expansion Sacred Pool.  This is worth every nickle.  5 stars plus for this and all the game accessories.  My wish for this game is that they add the Timescape and Cities expansions soon.  I also wish they could down size the boards as it takes up my kitchen table and 2 TV trays.  Lots of fun though and if you like the original, you will like this one as well.
Happy Gaming!!
2218556
Seriously this game is a classic. I've beaten it at least 30 times and I still play it. The storyline, the characters, music, gameplay, graphics...everything about this is top notch. Too bad the sequels turned out as average as Paper Marios 1&2 (not bad games, but don't compare to this one). This is a must have classic.
4053148
This is a classic game that everyone loves to try. Bought it for my son for Christmas and he plays with it for hours. What I really like about it is that it is much easier to turn that the original Rubik's cube. I would highly recommend it for anyone who is interested.