So Much Fun -- and packs a punch!
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Remember when reading was fun? This book was so much fun. The experience was like enjoying a really good movie, with fabulous, expertly written dialogue. It was delightful, funny, and real. Within its important story-line, I had a good time, with smiles, surprises, romance, career-angst, laughter  and then, boom! it packed a punch so profound, it will stay with me forever. Im not kidding when I say I will categorize time as before I read this book, and after I read this book.  I couldn't put it down. And am so satisfied with the amazing ending. Highly recommended.
Elizabeth Brickman, Author
THIN & BLESSED
10 Wise Decisions for Love, Power & Joy
2231987
This game is crazy! It's a lot of fun, very quick, and absurd (in the best way). Everyone plays at the same time, so you've got a Hungry Hungry Hippo vibe mixed with a matching game. The rules even change slightly depending on how many players you have, so more people get less piles to use while fewer players get more piles thus making the gameplay smooth regardless of the number of players. Any skill level can play this game, since it's just matching cards while trying to out-slap your opponents. It's one of my favorite games to play!
1821662
After 8 hours of play so far, I have gotten a lot more enjoyment out of this game than I did when reading the first three books of the series (which themselves probably took less than 8 hours to read).  Where shall I begin describing this really fun game?

1. The characters themselves are realistically animated, and the Sunny animations are especially amusing, with the way that she bites things, squeals, does little dances, etc.  I've smiled and laughed a lot just at how well the characters were represented.

2. Voices are very good, including the use of some of the major actors appearing in the upcoming film, although their use is not pervasive during normal game play.

3. The scenario is great fun - far more involving than the books so far!  Playing the piano to break it apart and get it open was a real riot!!!  The settings are creepy, with little roaches crawling about, and rats and spiders and such.

4. The game reaches the level of art!!  Who did the soundtrack?  The music is AWESOME and wondrous!  After the dingy mansion of Count Olaf, there are episodes of light relief that fill the player with a sense of peace and wonder - the Library scene, Uncle Monty's House and Garden.  The Garden with butterflies flapping by, grass blowing, wondrous music playing, and the Big Tree adventure with Klaus flying over the greenery, rivers, etc. finally made me see this video game as reaching a level of artistic accomplishment - like a good painting, to just get lost in and enjoy all the details and sensory input.  Wow!

And at first I was concerned that I might get through the game too quickly.  After 8 hours though and only being midway through, I know I'm getting my $40 worth, for I will surely play through the whole thing more than once just as one watches a favorite video or takes a hike along a favorite forest path.  I calculate that at about $2 per hour, this game is giving a far better return than seeing the film in the theater when it comes out (although I plan to do that too).  And that's not even counting the game's resale value afterward!

In addition, there are some special game features that tie in with the film - with players eventually awarded with film photos, information, A/V from and about the film...

One extra note to game players is that I don't think players will get a great deal of benefit from the BradyGuide to this game.  That game guide is poorly mapped and far from comprehensive, while the instruction manual that comes in the game itself gives enough instruction and detail to allow players to start and proceed.  Save yourself $15 by avoiding the BradyGuide, because a map you make yourself while playing will likely be far more useful.  Halfway through the game so far, I only got about two useful tips from that guidebook, and I would have figured those clues out on my own anyway...
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These Boomco Dual Defender Blasters have been a complete hit at our home.  I was very concerned about a higher powered gun like these as in teh past we've only had nerf guns and the 5 year old has been handle those ok.  We initially purchased one set of two and my sons (11 and 5) have been playing nonstop.  Although it was a bit more difficult for my younger son to pull it back to shoot, he eventually became better at it and no longer needs our help.  I will add that purchasing the additional poster sized target made  a huge difference in the game and length of play.  I highly recommend adding that as an inexpensive way to expand your target.  We have had so much fun and the boys got tired of sharing their blasters with us that my husband decided to order another set for the two of us, so now the family plays together and it's super fun and relatively inexpensive entertainment for what you get.  The blasters and the darts are well made and we've had no trouble getting the darts to stick.  They are also fairly easy to peel off the target (whether you're using the included targets or the larger poster I previously mentioned) and continue on to the round!
4117683
My husband and I have probably played this game solo for hundreds and hundreds of hours over the past 5 years. It's much more fun with the 3-D characters as opposed to a horrid graph, and they make some pretty sharp, funny comments. Visitors get addicted too, if we let them play. It is a great way to learn and enjoy the game at any level unless you are an expert who cannot forgive a drunk opponent on occasion.

I can't wait to receive the upgrade!
2608099
This game is SO FUN. I gave my version away as a last-minute birthday present and will surely buy again. I don't know if I've had another game make me feel this level of ...enthusiastic stupidity? It's fascinating to me how re-orienting a shape can make your eye totally miss it. I'd love to look into it more.

Loads of fun for anyone of any age, just know that you will get LOUDI left a copy at my friend's apartment and I could hear them (and the one French one of them for whom English is a second language) shouting BRO!...google...guh...GLASSES!!!! mmmBICYCLE! Quest-ce....bahMUSTACHEDOG!

If you feel like hurting your brain (depending on your ability with mathematical planes), this is a very interesting exercise explaining the way the game is created: [...]

Some math teacher should totally use this in class.
71147
Got this for my 3 kids: 7, 4 and 3. They love it, of course! (What kid wouldn't?) We had the toddler one by Little Tykes, but they had outgrown it so we upgraded to this one. It's quite a bit more, but worth it! Here's what we've found:

Good things:
1) It's awesome.
2) Makes the neighbor kids jealous (I'm assuming)
3) Comes with it's own blower with a long extension cord, so you can turn it different ways
4) Comes with a convenient bag for storage.
5) The way our house is situated, we can set it up inside or out
6) Seems very sturdy so far. The kids have used it several times (and not gently!) and it's in mint condition still
7) Blows up and deflates really fast
8) Plenty of room for 3 kids, maybe a few more
9) Keeps them busy and happy

Not so great:
1) It would be nice if it had a cover to provide some shade
2) Not suited well for adults or large groups of children. If you're having a birthday party or have older kids (8+) you might need something bigger
3) It's noisy, but not more so than any other jumpy
4) It is possible for one person to set up, but much easier with two
5) It goes down completely flat, but I will never get it to that perfect factory fold. Does take quite a bit of room to store, even folded.

Bottom Line:
Endless fun and totally worth the price. Unlike a play structure, it can be put away and out of sight, and when you bring it out it's always exciting! Great way to make any day special or have your kids get out that energy. If you have younger kids 6 or under, it might work for a party, but a party of 8+ might need something bigger. Otherwise, it's great for home use or a few friends over. I think we have years of fun ahead and have totally gotten our money's worth, but when my kids outgrow it, I plan to sell it used and even some back. WIN!
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I am an experienced gamer, and like most gamers.. don't read the directions, just pop in the disc and play.  This one isn't so easy to pick up right out of the box, but once you get the hang of it, it is a TON of fun.  The characters make it really entertaining and the color commentary is really worth it.  Graphics are tremendous!  When you mess up a shot... take it from me... take it out on your caddy!
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...and it wasn't even my set. I had the pleasure of playing Apples to Apples at a friend's home where it was the post-Thanksgiving dinner entertainment (oddly enough, I was planning to bring my copy with the intention of proposing a game so that I could finally review it, but I forgot to bring it). And I must say, I was pleasantly surprised at just how much fun this was (despite my lousy cards).
I'm sure that everyone and their mother has cited the rules for play in their reviews, so rather than contribute to the redundancy, I'll try to focus on why this game is fun. For one thing, the learning curve isn't at all steep--a definite plus if "liquid cheer" plays a part in your festivities in general. And while some savvy is required to distinguish your comparisons from those of the other players, actual skill is not; getting good nouns that'll work with the adjectives really IS the luck of the draw (I remember silently cursing when I drew "Joan of Arc" immediately AFTER "hot" had been played).
The real fun, though, is due to the fact that the probability of holding cards that really dovetail with the adjectives thrown down is pretty slim, hence some creativity is called into play. And trust me, it can get hilarious. One particularly funny moment occurred when a Russian friend's card had been chosen for the point and she responded by confessing that she wasn't sure of the meaning of the word on her card. Okay...I guess you had to be there, but still, it was fun.
I noticed that the game recommends a minimum age of 12, which seems about right to me. Unlike SET, my favorite card game, the Party Box isn't something that you'd want to play with young children because I can't imagine that most of them would get it (I noticed that there's a separate edition for kids). Once, they're older, however, this would make a great family game.
Being something of a cynic, I had no idea that games like this were being manufactured--smart, fun, reasonably priced, and not played on a monitor. I wholeheartedly recommend Apples to Apples for non-racy adult party fun--let's show support for toy manufacturers who produce games such as this. I'm actually considering buying at least one of the add-ons, but I think there's plenty of fun to be had with this basic Party Box in the meantime.
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Our son received one of these for Christmas and I thought "there go the quiet weekend mornings"!  Well, I finally got my hands on it and it is really fun (I'm 40).  My wife loves it too (she's a bit younger).
The only shortcoming is this thing really eats batteries.  We can't get more than a couple of days out of a set of batteries, so if I were you, I'd consider rechargables.
The bop, pull, twist, etc. are a great way to build hand / eye / ear coordination, while having a lot of fun.  There are solo games and competitive games you can play with Bop It, and it's built to take a pounding.  If you are looking for a real fun game to give to a kid, adult, or even senior, this is sure to be a hit.
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Sharp Shooter is, simply put, a whole lot of fun. In this fast-paced, action-packed, novel, Marianne Delacourt has successfully blended a number of compelling elements to create a highly entertaining reading experience. To begin with, the characters are great fun. The heroine, Tara Sharp, is an immensely likeable, one-of-a-kind, reluctant heroine. 6'4", quick-witted, sassy, yet charmingly self-deprecating, Tara is so unique & so vibrant that she veritably leaps off the page. Delacourt has a real gift for creating well-drawn, complex characters and penning delightfully authentic dialogue.

The Monaro-driving 20-something, temporarily stuck living with her acid-tongued mother & long-suffering father, has a great love of basketball, her pet galahs, and her best mates, the loveable Bok and Smitty. She has also discovered that she has the ability to read other people's auras, something she's not always thankful for! To make a crust, Tara puts her burgeoning paranormal talents to use, under the tutelage of Mr Hara -- a truly fabulous character who, along with his eagle-eyed wife, are among the book's many great joys. Each of the characters is memorable in their own right, though: there are snooty socialites, slimy con men, surprising allies, and downright nasties. Another wonderful aspect of the book is the fact that it's set in Perth, Australia; and the location serves as a character all of its own.

Sharp Shooter is wall-to-wall action and clever dialogue. It's a fast read, since you'll find yourself flipping the pages to discover the next twist or revelation. Another fantastic feature is the comedy. This is a really, REALLY funny book, full of endless smart quips, awkward moments, & laugh out loud sequences. If you enjoy a suspenseful, fast-paced crime novel, comedy, a dash of romance, and a kick-arse heroine, I highly recommend that you grab a copy of this book. And if you're like me, you'll wish someone would bring this story to the big and/or small screen/s at some stage, too.
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My friends have had so much fun playing this! Endless laughs with this- get it, you won't be disappointed
2674288
Inexpensive, effective, and actually pretty fun!
1799931
Ive found my new go-to birthday gift! RiddleCube is a great game, the kind you can easily pick up for a few minutes or an hour, on your own or with a group, whether you want to keep score or just do a few rounds for fun. My 9-year-old was immediately attracted to its tactile nature, and my 4-year-old loved inventing her own versions of the shapes we were attempting. We moved quickly through the easy cards, and had a lot of fun trying to convince each other that our designs fit the written criteria for the more difficult cards! It was good to emphasize that the strings are considered invisible for some designs, or they would have been frustrating. We didn't want to put the riddle cubes down between rounds; when I played with friends, we ended up fiddling with them while we chatted - several of us found it quite therapeutic! I think well be buying this game to my sons class - his teacher will like the spatial reasoning it promotes, and his friends will enjoy competing and manipulating these addictive little cubes!
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I got this to give to my sister's kids but it's so much fun I decided to keep it here at my house!  Of course they love it when they come visit but I'd be lying if I said we don't use it when they're not around!  It's just so much fun and addictive.  It's also a great way to get kids, teens, and yes even adults up and moving.

It's called Twister but it's really the old Simon game only with your feet.  You follow the light and step on the pads as they light up.  You get points for every correct step you make and bonus points for hitting the light pads in time to the beat of the music it play, which also adds to the fun.  Especially for little kids, getting a second person to help out is key when you get to the harder rounds because you can assign two colors to each person when they start coming fast and furious!

The only two concerns I have is, first and foremost, how well this will wear over time because the pads you step on are just made of plastic and with all that stomping and jumping that occurs (particularly when two lights come on at once like hopscotch) it seems like it's only a matter of time before the pads crack.  My second issue is with the way it's put together.  It comes with the main purple part and the four colored pads unattached, then you snap then into place.  The instructions say the pads can be snapped back out again to allow for storage back inside the original box but we've been unable to get them to pop back off and are afraid to exert too much pressure because they are just plastic and we don't want to break them.  This would be no big deal except with the pads all on it's far too wide to fit back in the box so we just don't know what to do with it for storage.  It would be much better if we could just easily slip it back into the box.
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I played this game with my family (son, daughter-in-law and three grandchildren (ages 14, 13 and 8) over Christmas, and had so much fun that I bought it to play with a group of my adult (grandparent-age) friends. It was much, much fun -- everyone agreed. I definitely recommend it. It encourages interaction and just a lot of laughing!
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My buddies and I played this game for the first time about a week ago, and we had so much fun! Our favorite card to draw was what we called, "KTN", (know thy neighbor). It's great as a party game to try and guess what the other guys would do in a given scenario. Also, the riddles were awesome! It stimulates your mind, and has an incredible feel of competition. This game is totally worth buying, and would be a bargain at any price!