Category: Games
Housemarque’s Furmins’ Game Review
| February 20, 2012 | Posted by barb under Games, Reviews |
If you’re into fun puzzle games like I am, I think you’ll be happy to learn of a new game called Furmins. Its cute. It’s fun. It’s challenging and it’s addicting to play. Help the Furmins wake their king for he has fallen to sleep and created a dam that has blocked water from the… Keep Reading…
GIVEAWAY: #CokeFamilyNight Prize Pack
| February 14, 2012 | Posted by barb under food, Games, Giveaways |
Both Coca-Cola and Pringles have been staples in my home for a very, very long time. The kids go nuts every time we bring a jar or two of pringles into the house (it doesn’t matter what flavor)…and hub can’t go a day without enjoying at least 3 cans of coke before bed. That’s just… Keep Reading…
Latest Releases From Nickelodeon
| December 19, 2011 | Posted by barb under Entertainment, Games, Holiday Gift Guide 2011 |
For those still looking, or deciding what to give your child, for Christmas, fear not because I’ve got a few more gift ideas to share. If you have kids that still enjoy Nick & NickJR like we do, consider the gift of entertainment… First up we have Surf and Skate. This game is so much… Keep Reading…
An OMG-Must-Have Christmas Gift for Kids (Wappydog on DS)
| December 15, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games, Holiday Gift Guide 2011 |
I have in my possession, a very cool, must-have, could-be-this-year’s-favorite, DS game (and interactive pup) for kids. Actually, I DID have it in my possession…it has now been taken over by Patience. She played rock-paper-scissors and fruit catch with Wappydog. After that she groomed and feed Wappy. Finally, after a few hours, Patience decided to… Keep Reading…
2 Hints for SpongeBob Surf & Skate DS Game Giveaway
| November 30, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games |
I’m seeing a lot of great guesses in the SpongeBob Surf & Skate DS game Giveaway…For those that have yet to enter the giveaway I have two quick hints to share with you. If you haven’t entered be sure to do so soon…before it’s too late!!! This is a hot new game that everyone’s wanting… Keep Reading…
Kirby Mass Attack: Now with More Power!
| November 22, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games, Holiday Gift Guide 2011 |
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“It’s all about team work with Kirby Mass Attack!” says Patience. Patience can spend all day collecting gobs of fruit so that she can gain another Kirby character. She says the game’s a little challenging. It even gets pretty intense when you’re about to loose a Kirby. That’s when you have to use the strength… Keep Reading…
Fun House Rules Party with UNO Roboto
| November 14, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games, Holiday Gift Guide 2011, Reviews |
This thing…Mr UNO Roboto, is one heck of a character. He’s the only one you hope will interrupt a game and bring about laughter and jokes. He’s the only one the kids are willing to listen too and he’s definitely the only one who doesn’t have to try very hard to be “The Life Of… Keep Reading…
Holiday Gift Guide 2011: Games (Part 1)
| November 10, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games, Holiday Gift Guide 2011, Reviews |
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Have the kids been slipping you “wish lists” already (for Christmas that is)? Mine have. CJ keeps emailing me gift wishes from ThinkGeek and the girls are letting me know (through every commercial they see) just what they’re hoping to see under the tree. Though I don’t know yet what our budget will be this… Keep Reading…
Jack Of All Tribes | APP Game for the iPad
| November 4, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games, Reviews |
Another game I’m proud to have added to my collection of iPad entertainment. In this game; it’s all about being fast, great at managing time and fast on your fingers. It’s a great game for everyone who dares to try it. I have another game, similar to this one, and I love it. I just… Keep Reading…
Cabela’s Big Game Hunter 2012 (Review)
| November 4, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games, Holiday Gift Guide 2011, Reviews |
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Cabela’s Big Game Hunter 2012 is, by far, one of the best “hunting games” we’ve played in a long while. We love it. And as Patience would say…It’s AWESOME!!! The graphics are cool and once you get into the game and focus on the “kill” it feels like you’re actually going hunting. Cabela’s Big Game… Keep Reading…
Our Learn, Create & Share LeapPad #LeapFrogParty
| October 23, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games |
LeapFrog recently launched their newest gadget, the LeapPad learning Tablet, and after having the opportunity to try this out, along with a few other great items, with the kids, and their friends, I can definitely see this tablet being up there on the list of top ‘must-have’ items this holiday season. Thanks to Mom Select… Keep Reading…
Scrabble Goes Turbo
| September 16, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games |
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You’ll have a slammin’ good time when you play Scrabble Turbo Slam! It’s new from Hasbro and it’s a game you’ll be racing to play again and again! The girls and I were very delighted to see the new Scrabble game arrive at our doorstep a few weeks ago. I’m a huge fan to word… Keep Reading…
Let’s Take a Road Trip
| August 31, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games |
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THINK FAST! Name three super markets that start with the letter “P”! Did you do it? Can you think fast under pressure? If so, than get ready for a fun and super fast paced game that’ll get your heart pumping and your mind racing! The girls and I received the coolest, not to mention- most… Keep Reading…
Fun With Cube Dog and My Girls
| June 10, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games |
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Thank you to Cube Dog for sponsoring this review. For more information about Cube Dog please visit the Facebook page or download it on iTunes. Since the first time I turned on my iPad, it’s been used for nothing but games. I haven’t downloaded any music, movies or even any ‘must have’ social networking apps.… Keep Reading…
Squinkies Nintendo DS Game Review
| April 29, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games |
My girls are huge fans of Squinkies. They’ve got quite the collection to prove it. They’re favorites are the little people and babies, but they do love their cats and dogs, horses and pigs too. The girls knew we were getting the Squinkies game about a week before it was due to arrive and let… Keep Reading…
New Games for Your DS
| April 11, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games |
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While I was at the hospital—worrying about my girls and wondering how they were doing without me—they were busy playing their new DS games and having a blast. They ate snack foods and stayed up late. They even forgot to do homework. But at least they were safe, right? I never saw the DS games… Keep Reading…
Props to Wii Country Dance
| March 29, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games |
So you say you like country music? What about dancin’? Oh, oh. Or how ‘bout competing against friends? If this is what you call fun, then I’ve got just the game to get you rompin’-and-a-stompin’ all over you’re living room floor! It’s fun, entertaining, (can be physically challenging), and has some of the best music… Keep Reading…
SEGA- Super Monkey Balls 3D: In Stores Now
| March 27, 2011 | Posted by barb under Games, Reviews |
Do you have plans to buy the new Nintendo 3DS? I do. I don’t know how soon it will be, with bills and all, but I will have one. The girls got a DSi XL this Christmas and they love it so much. They especially love flip notes (especially Patience). Watching them having fun with… Keep Reading…
BIG GAME GIVEAWAY-Win a Perfect Party Prep Kit ($80 Value)
| January 27, 2011 | Posted by barb under Entertainment, Family, Games, Giveaways |
One of the biggest Football “Game Days” of the season is vastly approaching. Super Bowl Sunday XLV!!! This year—it’s Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Green Bay Packers! When? Sunday, February 6, 2011! Will you be watching? Now, I’m sure many of you will be entertaining…which probably means you have a lot of pre-party planning to do. In… Keep Reading…
Ratuki – A Game Review
| January 21, 2011 | Posted by barb under Family, Games, kids stuff, Reviews |
Ratuki (pronounced- ra-too-kee) is a new game from Hasbro Games. It’s a fast paced, easy to play game that 2 to 5 players can enjoy simultaneously. It’s fun and is one that you’ll find yourself growing a little addicted to. Patience and Piper can’t get enough of this game, and I never get tired of… Keep Reading…
Don’t Forget the Games
| December 9, 2010 | Posted by barb under Family, Games, kids stuff, Reviews |
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You can always count on Games to go over well during the Holidays. Especially with the kids. I know that my kids love it when we have family game night and it’s almost tradition; for them to receive at least one board and/or card game. In saying this, I wanted to share a few favorites… Keep Reading…
United States Trivia Pack & Product Review
| November 12, 2010 | Posted by barb under Games, Reviews |
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I was given an opportunity to review a United States Trivia Pack from Python Printable games and I’m pretty impressed. Now, we don’t play trivia games often. I don’t know why, we just don’t. But I was pretty interested to see how the girls would react to the information on the pages. I love… Keep Reading…
I am A Total HouseParty Lush + FREE CODE Giveaway (8 winners)
| September 19, 2010 | Posted by barb under Games, Randomness |
I have been a member of HouseParty for quite some time. I’ve hosted parties for Clairol, Star Wars The Clone Wars (Season 2), Velveeta and Maxwell House. I’ve hosted house parties for Shrek, Bic Soliel and now…last night, I hosted the latest HouseParty- STAR WARS: The Clone Wars 3!!!! I cannot tell you how fun… Keep Reading…
Monopoly Turns 75 years + Giveaway to Celebrate
| August 5, 2010 | Posted by barb under Games |
It’s amazing to see how far Monopoly games have come, but…Did you know? More than 275 million games have been sold worldwide and it’s available in 111 countries, in 43 languages. The longest MONOPOLY game in history lasted for 70 straight days. The most expensive version of the game was produced by celebrated San Francisco… Keep Reading…
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