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Zen and the Art of Letting Your Kids Win (or Not)

By Cyrus | February 16, 2011 - 10:58 am |June 8, 2011 Parenthood
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There is a burning question that rages through the hearts and minds of parents everywhere when they play games with their kids. Simply put, should the parent, with their years of experience, knowledge, and advanced skills, allow their kids to win a game or two? Or is that a bad thing? Read on, intrepid soul! Continue reading →

Train of Thought Game Review

By Cyrus | February 15, 2011 - 12:31 pm |October 25, 2013 Reviews
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All aboard for a challenging and rewarding game that keeps everyone involved and engaged. Players must listen carefully to the clues and connect the dots to be the first one to get points. Everyone has to work together to play, but only one player will win. An outstanding party word game that’ll put you on the fast track to fun! Continue reading →

Tagged Word Games

Cable: Ultimate Father Geek?

By Cyrus | February 14, 2011 - 1:00 pm |December 30, 2011 On the Side
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Geeks have many passions. We can’t help ourselves; there is just so many cool things to be interested in! Case in point, comics. Or, better put, toys based on comics! Cool Toy Review has some great images take from the 2011 Toy Fair that just scream of “Father Geek”. Check … Continue reading →

Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed Game Review

By Brian | February 14, 2011 - 10:16 am |August 15, 2011 Reviews
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Despite its simplicity, the kinetic nature of the bed in this game, coupled with the ability to act out chores as a fun activity, makes this game a vast improvement over what would be a typical spin-and-move affair. Continue reading →

Mi Gato se Incendia! (My Cat is on Fire!) Game Review

By Meng | February 12, 2011 - 5:09 pm |August 15, 2011 Reviews
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Follow that flammable feline! How I wish that feline weren’t so flammable! Life would be so much easier with an inflammable cat! Continue reading →

Tagged Print and Play Games

Missed the Mark

By Meng | February 11, 2011 - 7:57 am |February 11, 2011 Parenthood
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My son’s second gaming group excursion; not as good as the first time. Continue reading →

Laser Battle: The Art of Laser Warfare Game Review

By Nate | February 10, 2011 - 9:23 am |December 9, 2011 Reviews
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Here is a simple and quick game your little geek will understand in about a minute, but that is not meant to imply this is an easy game! Expect challege and fun and lasers! You and your little geek must make smart moves and slight adjustments to win the ultimate battle of laser warfare. Pew! Pew! Pew! Continue reading →

Words of Wisdom

By Cyrus | February 9, 2011 - 12:12 pm |February 10, 2011 On the Side
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How does that old adage go? Out of the mouth of babes? Yes, I think that is it. I often drive my oldest son to school in the morning and we have fantastic conversations on the way. Case in point, we talked about Bakugans and how much he and I love … Continue reading →

Survive: Escape from Atlantis! Game Review

By Karl | February 9, 2011 - 11:25 am |August 15, 2011 Reviews
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Sharks, sea monsters, and dangers abound in this classic game reprint that will test you and your little geek’s brain power, while at the same time providing a wonderful game experience that is fun and fast! Survival of your little meeples might be questionable at times, but this game is guaranteed to provide fun for all every time! Continue reading →

Go Away Monster! Game Review

By Cyrus | February 8, 2011 - 9:07 am |October 17, 2011 Reviews
6 Comments

This is the perfect game for your very young little geeks. It is simple to play, allows for fun interaction, and there are plenty of opportunities to teach and learn from each other while playing. But do not expect this game to be played long as interest will quickly wane. Continue reading →

Coming of Age

By Meng | February 6, 2011 - 5:33 am |February 6, 2011 Parenthood
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It is a major milestone in every child’s life. Well, every gaming geek’s child’s life. And as a father geek, I could not be more proud. Continue reading →

Memory Game Review

By Brian | February 2, 2011 - 10:32 am |February 9, 2012 Reviews
7 Comments

There is a reason why Memory is a classic game. The core mechanic has been mixed into hundreds of games throughout the years. True, it isn’t a “flashy” game, but there is a subtle strategy to it that makes it appealing. Plus, memorization is a skill that we could all benefit from strengthening, regardless of age or gender. Continue reading →

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