Uno

Review

Common Sense Media says

Fun multiplayer game on same device, watch online play.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

Find out more

Quality
 
Sometimes media can be age appropriate but a real waste of time. Our star rating assesses the media's overall quality.

Find out more

Parents say

Not yet rated

Kids say

Not yet rated

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that this classic card game has an online multiplayer option that encourages kids to "make new friends" over the Internet. There are some safeguards in place to protect players, but parents should monitor kids' online interactions. For young kids, as long as you steer clear of the online multiplayer, this is a fun way to pass and play the game with family members or friends on the same device. The iPad-only HD version of the app includes a "one-device multiplayer" mode, which allows up to four people to gather around one iPad to play.

  • Ease of use5
    Tips and attractive tutorials ensure everyone knows how to play the game. The game works in both portrait and landscape modes, and the touchscreen controls work smoothly to drag and drop cards. Unlike some online matchups, we didn't have to wait for other players; we were able to join a game immediately.
  • Violence0
    Not applicable.
  • Sex0
    Not applicable.
  • Language0
    Not applicable.
  • Consumerism0
    Not applicable.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking0
    Not applicable.
  • Privacy & safety3
    Privacy is up to the user. Kids can play others online by joining the "Gameloft Live" gaming network, a tap away on the main menu. They can invite friends over the network, or send and receive friend requests from strangers. Profile photos are limited to avatars, of which there's a great selection. The chat rooms display a warning every time you enter not to divulge personal information or agree to meet another member outside of the game. However, there's no indication that Gameloft polices chats to ensure safety.  
CloseExpand to see more details

Is it any good?

 

This children's classic is designed in appealing primary colors, like the cards. It's pricey, no doubt due to the network gaming option, but a good one to have on the phone for long lines and car trips. Playing is as easy or challenging as you want it to be. Choose a level and play the computer, pass and play with up to three friends, or be randomly matched with others online. And yes, you still have to "call" Uno or you lose points.

Sign Up Message
Sign up for our weekly newsletter
Each week we send a customized newsletter to our parent and teen subscribers. Parents can customize their settings to receive recommendations and parent tips based on their kids’ ages. Teens receive a version just for them with the latest reviews and top picks for movies, video games, apps, music, books, and more.
Please enter an email address.
Please check your email address for possible typos.
Sorry, you must be 13 or older to subscribe to our weekly newsletter.
Sign me up!
This review was written by Carla Thornton
Teen, 15 years old
August 28, 2010
AGE
2
 
Perfect app for those who have an itouch, iphone, or ipad
One of the worlds best apps yet
Was this review useful?
Helped me decide (18) | Had useful details (12) | Read my mind (10)
Flag as inappropriate 
See all user reviews
This review was written by Carla Thornton
Category:Card Games
Platforms:iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad, Android, Kindle Fire
Price:$4.99
Publisher:Gameloft
Version:1.5.4
Release date:February 15, 2010
This review was written by Carla Thornton

Contact us to give us more feedback on our learning ratings.

 

Review It

Share your review with others

Hang on! You need to be a member to post your review.
A safe community is important to us. Please observe our guidelines.

Screenshots

  • 1 of 3
  • 2 of 3
  • 3 of 3

Tell us what you think about our new Learning Ratings. We value your feedback.

About our rating system
ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids.
OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
Learning ratings
BEST: Really engaging, great learning approach.
GOOD: Pretty engaging, good learning approach.
FAIR: Somewhat engaging, OK learning approach.
NOT FOR LEARNING: Not recommended for learning.
Our child development rating guidelines

Great alternatives handpicked by our editors

Other multiplayer games
For kids who love
Browse more apps
 

vote now

Will you download Uno?

Absolutely
Maybe
No way

Already downloaded it? What do you think?

I recommend it
It's a pass
 
More from Common Sense Media
Age-appropriate reviews
Top advice and articles

Been There? Tell us about it