Parents' Guide to

Isaac Newton's Gravity HD

By Christopher Healy, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 10+

Trial version of game has great puzzle creator.

App iPad, Android Free Puzzle Games
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A Lot or a Little?

What you will—and won't—find in this app.

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sapientia
sapientia Parent of 4, 6 and 8-year-old
December 2, 2010
age 4+

Boy Brains, Unite! Worth every penny

This app captivates all 3 of my sons. The educational value is off the charts. If your kids like Legos, engineering, problem solving, and strategy, they will not tire of this game. Yes, levels can be very challenging even for an adult, but you don't have to complete a level to try another one, you get endless attempts, and there are even some hints. My boys think they are playing a game. I know they are learning physics and engineering (law of gravity holds, hence the name). I rated this Iffy because it honestly depends on the intellectual level of your children, however, I would not underestimate any child. My boys are bright, but NOT in a gifted and talented program at school. If your kids like Angry Birds - let them try this. You'll be amazed.

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What’s It About?

The goal of each puzzle is for a chain of events to end with the pressing of a red button. Kids have a bank of objects such as marbles and blocks that they rotate and drag into place. Kids tap to release a ball, which rolls down a ramp and sets the objects in motion. They can place objects with somewhat reasonable accuracy. Players earn points through successful gameplay and can use those points to purchase a limited number of hints for each puzzle. The Level Editor feature lets kids create their own puzzles.

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say: (1):
Kids say: Not yet rated

ISAAC NEWTON'S GRAVITY HD is an absolutely beautiful physics puzzle game with some very challenging braintwisters. As a trial version, this seven-level package offers a great representation of what you get for the full price. It's a bit disappointing that Namco didn't label the iOS app as a "Lite" version, but at least you can still get free access to the Level Editor, which is the app's highlight. You can build some pretty amazing Rube Goldberg-type mazes complete with buttons and gears, which can be loads of fun even if the pre-existing puzzles are too tough.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Encourage your kids to experiment with momentum and gravity by setting up a chain of events using everyday objects. A classic example is to set up a chain of dominoes.

  • Research Isaac Newton or Rube Goldberg with your kids.

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