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Puzzler World 2012 3D
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- Nintendo 3DS
- $19.99
- 2012
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that Puzzler World 2012 3D offers great value for the money with more than 1,200 puzzles to keep kids occupied. Puzzles span a wide range of difficulty, from simple coloring and Hangman puzzles to tricky crosswords and word games that require an adult's breadth of knowledge. (One puzzle, for example, involves descrambling the names of different airlines like Qantas and Lufthansa.) The game's 3D mode is not recommended for kids under 7, and can be turned off in the device's Parental Controls.
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What's it about?
PUZZLER WORLD 2012 3D is a collection of more than 1,200 puzzles divided into 16 categories of word, number, and visual games. In addition to puzzle collection mainstays like Sudoku, hangman, word search, and spot the difference, there are also fun twists on the familiar such as Pathfinder, a word search where the words don't always travel in straight lines. Kids begin with Challenge mode and can earn trophies, and unlock bonus games and a more difficult Master mode by completing puzzles.
Is it any good?
The 3D gimmick doesn't add anything to Puzzler World 2012 3D, but it's still a worthy collection of puzzles. The game is easy to control using the 3DS stylus, and detailed instructions on how to play each puzzle are just a tap away. While some of the puzzles -- particularly the word games -- will probably prove too difficult for younger players, the sheer number and variety of games to choose from makes sure that there's something for everyone.
Talk to your kids about ...
Families can talk about how puzzle games help you learn. Is it possible to have fun and learn at the same time?
Do you prefer word games, numbers games, or visual games? Do you feel like these games help you build skills that you can use in real-life?
Game details
- Platforms: Nintendo 3DS
- Subjects: Language & Reading: following directions, letter or word recognition, naming
Math: arithmetic, counting, numbers
Arts: drawing - Skills: Thinking & Reasoning: applying information, logic, solving puzzles
Self-Direction: achieving goals, work to achieve goals - Price: $19.99
- Available online? Not available online
- Developer: UbiSoft
- Release date: September 25, 2012
- Genre: Puzzle
- Topics: Numbers and Letters
- ESRB rating: E for Alcohol and Tobacco Reference
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