July 12th, 2010
If you spend any time with Facebook or other social media sites, you’re probably going to see an ad for a game called Evony. This free online Massive Multiplayer Online Role playing Game (MMORPG) is like Sim City set in Medieval times with a little Risk built in for flavor. Some people hate this game, but I actually do enjoy it. I always like playing these strategy games where you build resources, but the problem I’ve had in the past is that no matter how I build I always get smacked by the computer that seems to always be one step ahead. You don’t have to worry about that here. (Note: I am not getting paid by Evony to say these things, these are my own opinions from having played the game.)
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December 7th, 2009
The Smart Fit Playground is an all-in-one plug and play activity pad that encourages children to stay physically active while they learn. Kids can walk, run, jump and stomp while play up to 8 different learning , games and races. The Smart Playground teaches letters, numbers, shapes, colors and more through active play. Children can interact with their on-screen friend Leo also Learn how to and learn the mats features in the Warm Up activity.
Pros: This toy plugs easily into the t.v. There are no cartridges or DVDs to keep track of, just the mat. The toy has plenty of games on it to keep kids busy. All of the games are active by having the kids run or walk in place, jump, stomp the correct shape, tiptoe, etc.
Cons: The graphics on this toy are not the best on a 40 inch high-def television. Because the pad is flat, kids sometimes accidentally step on the shape buttons when playing. This will send them back to the main menu.
Under $40 @ Amazon.com
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December 6th, 2009
The object is simple: be the first player to get all of your colored pieces onto the board. But it’s just how you’re able to place those pieces (adjacent placement is a no-no), as well as how you and your opponents can block one another in the process, that makes Blokus so challenging. Two to four players can take part in the fun, and there’s even a solitaire version — one of several rule-flipping twists on the game — for those times when the kiddoes just need to play alone.
Amazon.com
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December 5th, 2009
The different ‘training’ games that you play are very simple and based on how long it takes you to complete, together with how many you get correct. Simple arithmetic calculations in sets of twenty or one hundred, reading aloud, some memory type games among others are included.
Dr. Ryuta Kawashima of Japan is the prominent neuroscientist whose work the game is based on. His animated head ‘talks’ to you, explaining as you go. Don’t expect great graphics or anything like that. This is pretty straight forward. A stylus comes with the DS and this is how you answer your math problems. You just write in your answers. Some of the games allow you to speak your answers.
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February 5th, 2009
Nintendo’s Zenses Ocean Game
Nintendo DS is for more than playing games! You can use Nintendo’s Zenses gamesicon to relax. Available in either Rainforest or Ocean themes, you can solve Tetris-like puzzles to ambient music and soothing images
It’s the perfect way to relax and exercise your mind! Don’t go overbard though, the games can be quite addictive!
You can find this at Toys R Us for about $29.99
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