Poppin Hoppies By University Games

Disclaimer: I received this product to review. All opinions are my own.

My 7 year old son, Zachariah, loves playing games. From the time he was little he enjoyed puzzles, then simple card games. Now he can play just about any adult game and keep up with us. From Monopoly to Go Fish, he loves them all. His room is full of fun games and puzzles that he enjoys daily.

The product: We received the game called Poppin Hoppies from University Games, who has many other great games and activities for kids. It is a fun game and perfect for younger children. Poppin Hoppies comes with a game board, people puzzle pieces, and little "hoppies" with suction cups and springs. Everyone helps hold down the "hoppies" until the fun begins. When the designated paler gives the command, all the "poppies" are released. They pop up at random and the object is to catch as many as you can. It's harder than you'd think. Then you get to pick a coordinating color piece of your character. The first one to complete their character puzzle wins.

What we thought: Poppin Hoppies is easy for my 7 year old, but it's fun to play together. There isn't much thinking or strategy involved in this game, but it's full of energy and excitement. The little "hoppies" jumping at random sure make things interesting. My mom and I have played this with Zachariah as well. You'd think it would be really easy for the adults...but you'd be wrong. While the idea is easy, it's actually tricky to catch those little "hoppies" as they are all popping all over the place.

I like that this is an easy game to set up and play quickly. People of all ages can join in the fun. Have a fun family night with your kids with Poppin Hoppies.

Where to buy: You can find Poppin Hoppies in stores (book & game stores especially) and online.

World of Tail Towns Friends by Ganz

Ganz, the makers of the popular Webkinz, has a new Facebook game. Tail Towns Friends is not only a fun game, but you can also find lovely hand-painted figurines of the characters in the games to collect.

The product: You get to help the fun, little animal characters in this game make their business work. By meeting new characters you can harvest crops that will help run a restaurant and more.

Here is a description of the game:

Brought to you by the makers of the wildly-popular Webkinz, Ganz has created an enchanted world of mystery, rich with tales of intrigue, treachery and forbidden love just for you grown-ups! Interested? 

Combining the fun of social media gameplay with timeless charm and unparalleled beauty, Tail Towns Friends offers players drama and juicy, soap opera-inspired storylines and the photo-realistic art allows players to become landscape artists to create the home and garden of their dreams.  

Here is what you can enjoy while playing:  

·         Players help friends and supply city businesses amidst unfolding tales of soapy drama

·         The ability to create the ultimate landscaped country getaway 

·         Intertwining storylines, featuring cinematics and voice-acting 

·         The ability to create the ultimate landscaped country getaway  

·         Intertwining storylines, featuring cinematics and voice-acting  

Tail Towns Friends also delivers a total gaming experience with custom-designed collectible fully hand-painted beautifully crafted figurines, bridging the real world with the virtual one.
Register Tail Towns Friends figurine to unlock the character’s exclusive storyline and “Secret Diary Goals,” which gives players insight into his/her life. Each figurine rewards users with an exclusive specialty virtual item as well. Registering other collectible figures’ secret codes unlocks even more Secret Diary Goals and exclusive items. The figurines are not only a great addition to the game, but also stand alone as a wonderful addition to any collector’s shelves.

What I thought: I received a cute bunny figurine that goes along with this game. I haven't played Tail Towns Friends much yet. I just started it on Facebook. So far, it's pretty fun. There are little, easy challenges like doing things on a "farm", harvesting apples, planting new trees, etc. There is a story that follows along the whole game. You are talking to several characters and they lead you to others for new tasks. It reminds me a little of the game Alice Greenthumbs or similar ones if you've played those. This one seems to be more involved with the story.

I would definitely say this is a game for adults/older kids. You have to be able to follow the dialog to figure what to do next and what is going on. It's not something my son could play. The figurine is cute. If you're into collecting knick knacks like that, they would be cute if you had several together. I don't think mine is something that I'll really use, but I don't have little knick knacks like that around my house. However, the character figurines come with a code that you can use in the game, so it makes it more fun to collect and get new codes.

Overall...it's a fun new game.

Where to buy: The game is available for free on Facebook. You can find the figurines in stores and online.



How to Connect: Go visit Tail Towns Friends on Facebook now.


*Disclaimer: I received this product for review. All opinions are my own.*

Melissa & Doug Suspend Game

My son is 6 years old. He loves games. In the last few years we've had fun finding good games that we can play together and both enjoy. Games that are funny, games that challenge, games with a little competition...they're all good. And there are many good learning opportunities when children are playing games.

The product: A few months ago I saw the neatest looking game in an online newsletter from Melissa & Doug. We love their playthings. We really love their puzzles in this house. And now we're in love with their new game - Suspend.

This game reminds me a little of Jenga (you know the one with the wooden blocks you remove), but instead it uses various sizes of metal rods with grooves. The point is to add a piece one by one until they come tumbling down. You start with a certain number of pieces and play until someone runs outs (they are the winner). 

It's harder than it looks. The little grooves are just enough to hook to other pieces, but sometimes not. It's tricky trying to get certain pieces to stay. And you never know where the other players are going to put their pieces which changes the whole balance of the structure.

What we thought: The first thing I noticed is that Suspend is recommended for ages 8+. My son is 6. At first I could see why this might be a little more difficult for him. The pieces are hard to manipulate and it's a little tougher for him with the hand/eye coordination to get them to go where he wants. But after we played a few times he got a better feel for it, and it was a lot of fun. We really enjoy this new game. It's easy for just two of us to play together. We take turns and try to get all of our pieces to "suspend".

I think this game is great for the whole family. I probably wouldn't recommend it for anyone under 5, but older kids will love this one. And it's pretty fun for parents too. It's fast paced, so you can play over and over or just a quick game when there isn't a lot of time to play. Suspend is one of our new favorites that will stick around for a long time at our house!

Where to buy: You can get Suspend straight from Melissa & Doug's site. It is also available in lots of stores and online many places.

How to connect: Learn more about the game on their website- http://www.melissaanddoug.com/suspend-family-game. And be sure to check out the other great Melissa & Doug toys and games while you're there. You can also find M&D on Twitter and Facebook.

*Disclaimer: I received this product for review. All opinions are my own.*

Morphology Game

It's no secret that I love playing games. Finding people to play with me can be a problem sometimes. I used to play more with my family when we all go together, but once we added kids to the mix, they seem to occupy all our time now. It's pretty rare that we get to play many games. But once in a while someone will break them out, and I love it.

The product: I was introduced to a new game recently that I think is great. Morphololgy is a game that has been described as Pictionary with craft materials. This is a fun new game with a twist that you haven't seen before. Being creative and willing to try new things will help you win this game.

Morphology is a wildly fun and imaginative board game requiring players to build words in three dimensions.  Using objects such as string, wooden sticks, glass beads and colored cubes, players must create the designated object on their game card before the clock runs out. Correctly guess the words your teammates build to be the first team to reach the Final Lily Pad. For more of a challenge, you may be asked to flex your creative muscles by closing your eyes, using your weaker hand, or only pick 5 objects.  In an effort to make the game fun for the whole family, all Morphology game cards include both an “Easy” and a “Hard” word. 

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Happy Feet Wii Game & Pump It Up

I have a hard time finding games for the Wii that my son really likes and I don't mind him playing. So many games are rating E10+ or higher. I'm surprised at the cartoon oriented and kid-themed games that are rated this high. So it gets my son's interest only to find out he can't play that game. (I've mentioned before that I'm pretty strict with ratings on TV, movies, and games.)

As you would suspect, when we find a game that it well-made, works for younger children, and has an E rating, we are very excited. The game we found recently that is perfect is the new Happy Feet Two: The Video Game. This game is fun, easy to do, and entertaining for the whole family.

With a controller and a nunchuck and just a little bit of rhythm, anyone can figure out this fun game. The penguins from the movie Happy Feet Two are the stars. You are trying to collect music notes and other penguins by "learning" the dance moves and making them dance along.

Zachariah has enjoyed this game, and he even taught Grandma how to play (she doesn't do video games often).  If you're looking for a fun Wii game that the whole family can play look for Happy Feet Two: The Video Game in stores and online now.



If you're looking for a little more fun to wear off some energy for your kids, check our your nearest Pump It Up for a fun time. You can check them out on Facebook for their latest specials and their site for finding locations.


*Disclaimer: I received this game to review. All opinions are my own.*

Jillian Michaels Fitness Adventure Game

Have you been looking for a fun, fresh workout? Now you can get Jillian Michaels as your own trainer in the interactive fitness game Jillian Michaels Fitness Adventure for Kinect for XBOX 360. If you have to work out, you may as well make it fun. And we all know (if you've seen her in action) that Jillian will give us a great workout every time.

MAJESCO ENTERTAINMENT BRINGS AMERICA’S TOUGHEST TRAINER TO KINECT FOR XBOX 360
WITH JILLIAN MICHAELS FITNESS ADVENTURE

Get fit on an interactive fitness adventure with Jillian Michaels as your guide

Edison, New Jersey—November 8, 2011—Majesco Entertainment Company (NASDAQ: COOL), an innovative provider of video games for the mass market, announced that Jillian Michaels Fitness Adventure ships today exclusively for the Kinect™ for Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. Developed by N-Space, Jillian Michaels Fitness Adventure brings a unique exercise experience into your living room with an empowering workout that includes lifestyle tips from one of America’s most passionate trainers.

The latest iteration of the Jillian Michaels franchise that has sold more than a million units, Jillian Michaels Fitness Adventuretakes your fitness routine beyond a classic workout, turning it into a true adventure through a mission-based journey set in a lush jungle environment. The high-energy motion-based experience offers intense, results-oriented personal training that you could only expect from teaming up with Jillian to achieve your fitness goals.

Jillian Michaels Fitness Adventure features include:

• Core Exercise Modes: 
• Fitness Adventure Mode – featuring over 50 predefined circuits filled with freeform-style action (running, climbing and jumping) and plenty of surprises all set in a unique jungle temple environment.  Reach for those bonus medallions along the way for extra points.
• Fitness Training – Select from ten predefined circuits with 12 exercises each that have been handpicked by Jillian to give you the best results based on your personal goals.  Or create and save a custom built circuit by choosing from any of the exercises within the game.
• Social Integration: Check out how you stack up against your friends’ performance in the online leaderboards.  Keep up the great work because Jillian will monitor the boards and honor the best performers on her Facebook page.
• Stats and Fitness Calendar:  Review your performance on completed workouts and preview or change upcoming scheduled workouts in your training plan. See the number of Adventure Levels, Training Circuits, and Single Exercises completed, calories burned, and how much time you’ve put into each.

Developed by N-Space and produced by Microprose, Jillian Michaels Fitness Adventure on Kinect for Xbox 360 is rated E for Everyone and available now for the suggested retail price of $39.99. To watch the launch trailer and find out more, please visit Jillian’s official site at http://www.jillianmichaels.com/fitnessadventure.

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About Empowered Media

Empowered Media, LLC operates the Jillian Michaels wellness brand.  Co-founded by Jillian Michaels and her business partner, Giancarlo Chersich, the company operates as life architects whose sole mission is to inspire individuals to empower themselves to seek healthier, active lives.  The products marketed are part of the total life solution platform created by the Jillian Michaels philosophy.  America’s premier health and wellness coach, Michaels is a New York Times best-selling author, entrepreneur and co-host of the syndicated daytime series The Doctors.  Michaels is also a passionate advocate, fighting to invoke important changes in all aspects of health and wellness.  Michaels’ newest bestselling book, UNLIMITED: HOW TO BUILD AN EXCEPTIONAL LIFE, is available now wherever books are sold.  For more information about Jillian Michaels please visit www.jillianmichaels.com

About Majesco Entertainment Company

Majesco Entertainment Company is a provider of video games for the mass market.  Building on more than 20 years of operating history, the company is focused on developing and publishing a wide range of casual and family oriented video games on all leading console and handheld platforms as well as online, social networks and mobile devices.  Product highlights include Zumba® Fitness, Cooking MamaTM, Alvin and the Chipmunks, and Hulk Hogan’s Main Event.  The company's shares are traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol: COOL.   Majesco is headquartered in Edison, NJ with offices in San Francisco, CA, Bristol, UK, and a social games development studio in Foxboro, MA.  More info can be found online at www.majescoentertainment.com or on Twitter at www.twitter.com/majesco.

About Microprose (formerly Interactive Game Group, LLC)

Microprose (formerly Interactive Game Group, LLC) is a company producing and acquiring video games and other interactive entertainment properties, whether packaged media, online or wireless. Created by Frederic Chesnais, former Chief Executive Officer of Atari Interactive, Inc. with a decade-long experience in acquiring, financing and licensing intellectual property rights in the video game industry, I2G is developing and financing a portfolio of video game properties, joining forces with the best studios, publishers and distributors for each project on a worldwide scale.  I2G has recently been renamed Microprose, thereby reviving a brand with a long-term history in the videogame space.

This is something that you will be able to use easily every day. And you can get in shape and more with a fun, interactive game. The Jillian Michaels Fitness Adventure is available for purchase in stores and online now. (Amazon has this for only $19.99 right now. Great deal!)




*Disclaimer: I received this product for review. All opinions are my own.*

Alvin & The Chipmunks: Chipwrecked Video Game

The new movie is out. "Alvin & The Chipmunks: Chipwrecked" is a great movie that your whole family will love. I was able to take Zachariah to see it before Christmas. I went knowing he would like it, but I was surprised at how much I enjoyed it too. The Chipmunks and Chipettes are together again and on a cruise this time. Of course Alvin finds a way to spoil things for everyone. Go see this movie, your kids will thank you!

Now you can find the Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked Video Game. It's currently available for Wii, Kinect for Xbox 360 and Nintendo DS. We got the game for our Wii. We enjoy our dance games. I have all of the Just Dance games and some other similar ones too. My son and I can dance together to our favorite songs. Now my son can enjoy it a little more with Alvin and the rest of the gang dancing to their own music.



ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS: CHIPWRECKED VIDEO GAME NOW AVAILABLE ON KINECT FOR XBOX 360, Wii AND NINTENDO DSDance Along with Your Favorite Chipmunks and Chipettes in this Exciting Musical Adventure

Edison, NJ - Nov. 17, 2011 - Majesco Entertainment Company (NASDAQ:COOL), Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products and Bagdasarian Productions, announced today that Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked, the high-energy video game based on the upcoming third installment of the blockbuster animated feature film franchise, is now available on Kinect for Xbox 360, Wii and Nintendo DS.

Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked is a full-body motion-based dance experience on Kinect for Xbox 360 an Wii that is fun for all ages. Players can choose to dance to multiple routines as their favorite 'Munk (Alvin, Simon, and Theodore) or Chipette (Brittany, Eleanor, and Jeanette), while earning more points if they can dance on the beat. In addition, players who fill their "Munk Power" meter are then able to perform ultra-cool dance moves that electrify the crowd.

"A terrific soundtrack and dynamic play mechanic puts players right on stage with The Chipmunks and The Chipettes in an experience that continues the storyline of the upcoming blockbuster movie," said Jesse Sutton, CEO, Majesco Entertainment. "Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked delivers a fun and engaging full-featured experience that is perfect for the entire family to enjoy."

The game is based on the forthcoming Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked movies in theaters December 16th, which finds the trio vacationing aboard a luxury cruise liner until they become 'chipwrecked' on a remote island. The Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked video game continues the story with an around-the-world journey that has the 'Munks visiting six tropical locations inspired by the movie. While dancing as the playable Chipmunks or The Chipettes, players perform more than 50 different dance movies to excite the crowd while rocking out to 30 of the greatest Chipmunk tunes that all generations can enjoy together.

"The music of Alvin and the Chipmunks has always been a great way for families to come together, and a huge high note for the blockbuster film franchise," said Jeffery Godsick, President of Fox Consumer Products. "Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked is the perfect vehicle for fans to become immersed in the energetic, musical world of The Chipmunks leading up to the film's release next month."

Full Music Track List Includes:

1. All Day and All of the Night
2. All Star
3. Beat It
4. Bring It On
5. California Dreamin'
6. Crocodile Rock
7. Hit Me With Your Best Shot
8. I fought The Law
9. It's Tricky
10. Just Like Heaven
11. Karma Chameleon
12. Kids In America
13. La Bamba
14. Life Is A Highway
15. Love Shack (w/The Chipettes)
16. Oh Pretty Woman
17. Only Want To Be With You
18. Play That Funky Music Chipmunk
19. Shake Your Groove Thing
20. Stayin' Alive
21. Surfin' Safari
22. The Chipmunk Song
23. Turn The Beat Around (w/The Chipettes)
24. Video Killed The Radio Star
25. Walkin' On The Sun
26. We're the Chipmunks (Deetown Remix)
27. Whip It
28. Witch Doctor
29. You Really Got Me
30. You Spin Me 'Round

Developed by Behaviour Interactive, Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked is rated E10+ and now available on Kinect for Xbox 360 for a suggested retail price of $39.99, and on Wii and Nintendo DS for a suggested retail price of $29.99.

To watch the launch trailer and find out more, please visit http://www.ChipwreckedGame.com.

I like that the Alvin and The Chipmunks: Chipwrecked Video Game is great fun for everyone. The songs have a wide appeal that my parents, myself and my son can all enjoy. The characters are easy to set up in the game. You can pick with Chipmunk or Chipette you want to be. And you can take survey to see which character you are most like. (Mine is Jeanette.) The dance moves are pretty simple, and as long as you are on the beat you'll do well with this. I think that it's easier for my son that the Just Dance games. The moves are simpler, so it makes it easier for him to get them.

There is only one thing that I don't like about the game. This is a common complaint with me about video games too. I have a 5 year old son who loves this type of game, but it's rated E10+. This is supposed to mean for everyone 10 years old and older. I've found that almost all of my dance games have this higher rating. I believe it's for some of the song lyrics. I haven't found anything terrible that I don't want my son listening to, so if he plays this game along with me I OK it. At least then if I do hear something I don't want him to, we can change the song or turn it off.

I think that your family will enjoy the Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked. You can find it in stores and online now- Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked.


*Disclaimer: I received this product to review. All opinions are my own.*

Twister Mania Kinect for Xbox 360 Game Review

We found a fun "party" game that the whole family can enjoy together. The new Twister Mania for Xbox 360 is perfect for kids who want to move and have fun playing. With the Kinect for Xbox 360 you are the game piece with your body. Twister was such a fun, classic game and this is a fun new twist in Twister Mania.

                              

MAJESCO ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES TWISTER™MANIA
ON KINECT FOR XBOX 360 IS NOW AVAILABLE IN STORES EVERYWHERE

Re-imagine the iconic game of Twister® as you twist, bend, and squeeze in this uninhibited laugh-out-loud party game

Edison, N.J.—November 1, 2011—Majesco Entertainment, an innovative provider of video games for the casual market, announced today that its full-body motion game, TWISTER™ Mania, exclusively on Kinect™ for Xbox 360®, is available now, just in time for the holidays. Majesco Entertainment has teamed up with Hasbro™, one of the largest toy companies in the world, to add a digital twist to one of Hasbro’s premier brands that is a worldwide phenomenon in over 37 countries. 

“TWISTER was one of the first games where you used your body as the game piece.” said Jesse Sutton, CEO, Majesco Entertainment. “TWISTER™ Mania is the perfect marriage of this all-time favorite game brand and the Kinect technology, as now your body is the game piece AND the controller. We know families and friends will have laugh-out-loud fun while playingTWISTER™ Mania this holiday season while enjoying the game’s new play patterns and amazing functionality.”

TWISTER™ Mania on Kinect for Xbox 360 combines the colorful, expressive and cooperative gameplay of the iconic TWISTER® board game and transforms it for the video game generation. Twist into fun with friends and family in this light-hearted, fast-paced game that supports up to eight players with deep gameplay, three game modes with 16 different variations and over 1,800 shapes to twist in to! Don’t hold back as you duck, squeeze, twist and move your body to match your opponent’s silhouette, knock down blocks against the clock and fill in thousands of crazy shapes of all sizes and themes!

“TWISTER is an iconic brand that is woven into the fabric of pop culture,” said Mark Blecher, Senior Vice President and General Manager of digital media and marketing at Hasbro.  “The Kinect technology makes TWISTER Mania come to life and allows kids and adults to enjoy uninhibited full body fun in a whole new way."

Developed by Naked Sky, TWISTER™ Mania is rated E for Everyone and available now for the suggested retail price of $49.99.  For more information about TWISTER™ Mania, please visit www.twistermaniagame.com. For more information about the iconicTwister® board game or any other Hasbro™ properties, please visit www.hasbro.com.

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About Majesco Entertainment Company

Majesco Entertainment Company is a leading developer and publisher of video games for the mass market.  Building on more than 20 years of operating history, the company is focused on developing and publishing a wide range of casual and family oriented video games on all leading console and handheld platforms as well as online, social networks and mobile devices.  Product highlights include Zumba® Fitness, Cooking Mama™, Alvin and the Chipmunks, and Hulk Hogan’s Main Event.  The company's shares are traded on the Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol: COOL. Majesco is headquartered in Edison, NJ with offices in San Francisco, CA, Bristol, UK, and a social games development studio in Foxboro, MA.  More info can be found online at www.majescoentertainment.com or on Twitter at www.twitter.com/majesco.

About Hasbro

Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) is a branded play company providing children and families around the world with a wide-range of immersive entertainment offerings based on the Company’s world class brand portfolio.  From toys and games, to television programming, motion pictures, video games and a comprehensive licensing program, Hasbro strives to delight its customers through the strategic leveraging of well-known and beloved brands such as TRANSFORMERS, LITTLEST PET SHOP, NERF, PLAYSKOOL, MY LITTLE PONY, G.I. JOE, MAGIC: THE GATHERING and MONOPOLY.  The Hub, Hasbro’s multi-platform joint venture with Discovery Communications (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK) launched on October 10, 2010. The online home of The Hub is www.hubworld.com. The Hub logo and name are trademarks of Hub Television Networks, LLC. All rights reserved.
Come see how we inspire play through our brands at http://www.hasbro.com. © 2010 Hasbro, Inc.  All Rights Reserved.

We do not have a Xbox in our house, but my parents have one so we took the Twister Mania game over there to play. Zachariah was very excited when he saw the game box, because it has some screen shots on it. He saw the "Hole in the Wall"-type game they have and was so happy to try that first. There are many ways to play and 4 game challenges. You can choose from Shape Frenzy, Twist &Fit, Break It Down and Spot On.

I am very happy that Twister Mania is rated E for everyone. I can feel good about playing it and letting my son play this whenever he wants as well. And this game makes a great party game since up to 8 people can play it! It's perfect for all your holiday parties and family get-togethers.

You can find Twister Mania for Kinect Xbox 360 in stores and online now.




*Disclaimer: I received this product to review. All opinions are my own.*

Marina Games Take-Out Review

Here is a fun new game from Marina Games. This fast paced dice game is called Take-Out. The idea is simple, take out as many numbers are you can. The game comes with a cup, 10 numbered dice (with different numbers on each), and 2 regular white dice. You get to take out number combinations that add up to the number on the white dice.

The whole idea of Take-Out is to take out as many numbered dice as you can. The rest at the end of your turn get added to your score. And the last person to reach 150 points is the winner. As each person reaches that score, they are eliminated.

Take-Out is a really fun game. It's easy to play. They do recommend players ares 8 and up. That's because you have to be able to do simple math to eliminate dice. This game is easy to take with you anywhere. It comes in a small box that is easy to carry with you to parties, get togethers, and more. You can purchase Take-Out in stores across the US, just check their locator to see where it's in a store near you. And you can get it from Amazon too.


*Disclaimer: I received this product to review. All opinions are my own.*

Country Dance 2 Wii Game Review

I am a huge fan of the Just Dance Wii games. They are so much fun. I've always liked music and dancing (from time to time). I don't seem like the dancing type, but once I get into it I have a lot of fun. And I have a decent sense of rhythm that really helps with these games. But this is the first time that I've been introduced to the Country Dance games. The new Country Dance 2 Wii game is a lot of fun to play, especially if you are a country music lover.

Country Dance 2 is a fun, energetic dance game that your whole family can do together. It has over 30 songs and different dances. And the songs are popular choices from hit country artists that you love. Here is a little more about the game:

Kick Up Your Heels to Your Favorite Country Hits with GameMill Entertainment’s Country Dance™ 2Available Now Exclusively on Wii™

Dance to 30+ Chart-Topping Tunes from Today’s Biggest Names in Country Including Jason Aldean, Brad Paisley, Luke Bryan, Keith Urban, Lady Antebellum, George Strait, Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood and more!

Minneapolis, MN—November 1, 2011— Country music’s biggest artists are headed to your living room for an all new interactive experience!  GameMill Entertainment, an independent publisher of entertaining mass-market video games, today announced the launch of Country Dance™ 2,the sequel to America’s favorite country dance video game that’s packed with fresh country hits, all new routines, multiplayer modes and brand new sing-along features.  Country Dance 2 is available now exclusively for Wii™ at retailers nationwide.

Download the official Country Dance 2 launch trailer for a sneak peek at the interactive fun that will have you kickin’ ‘til the clock stops tickin’:https://rcpt.yousendit.com/1267582562/3e596b31fa10d70dd71479ea0f207a82

(Or view the trailer here: http://youtu.be/xfoFzphPqj8)

Country Dance 2 is the ultimate country music video game experience featuring more than 30 tracks from the biggest names in country.  The CountryDance 2 star-studded lineup includes music from Jason Aldean, Brad Paisley, Luke Bryan, Keith Urban, Lady Antebellum, George Strait, Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood and many, many more. Building upon the simple gameplay loved by fans of Country Dance, CountryDance 2 amplifies the fun with an all new sing-along features, duet dancing and a new calorie-counting exercise mode.  Whether you’re cutting the rug on your own, line dancing side-by-side with your partner, or taking on friends and family in a dancing duel, Country Dance 2 will transform your living room into an energetic dance floor with today’s hottest country songs from America’s best-selling country artists.

Country Dance 2™ Complete Song List:

• Ashton Shepherd – “Look It Up”
• Billy Currington – “People Are Crazy”
• Blake Shelton – “Honey Bee”
• Brad Paisley – “Old Alabama”
• Carrie Underwood – “All American Girl”
• Chad Brownlee – “Carried Away” 
• Chris Heers – “Dirt Rich” 
• Dierks Bentley – “Sideways”
• Easton Corbin – “Roll With It”
• Eric Church – “Hell On The Heart”
• Frankie Ballard – “A Buncha Girls” 
• George Strait – “Here For A Good Time”
• Gwyneth Paltrow – “Shake That Thing”
• Hayley McLean – “Good Time Bone”
• Hunter Hayes – “Storm Warning” 
• Jake Owen – “Barefoot Blue Jean Night” 
• Jason Aldean – “My Kinda Party”
• Joanna Smith – “Gettin’ Married”
• Josh Kelley – “Georgia Clay” 
• Josh Thompson – “Won’t Be Lonely Long”
• Katie Armiger – “Best Song Ever” 
• Keith Urban – “Better Life”
• Kellie Pickler – “Tough”
• Lady Antebellum – “Lookin For a Good Time” 
• Little Big Town – “Little White Church”
• Luke Bryan – “Country Girl”
• Miranda Lambert – “Gunpowder & Lead”
• Montgomery Gentry – “What Do Ya Think About That”
• Rodney Atkins – “Take A Back Road”
• The JaneDear Girls – “Wildflower” 
• The Last Ride– “Take You Down” 

Additional Country Dance 2 Features:

• Star-Studded Soundtrack: 30+ country hits from country music’s biggest artists!
• User-Friendly Gameplay: Easy to jump in and play – just grab the Wii Remote™ controller and replicate the onscreen dance moves! Fun for all ages and all dance abilities!
• Don’t be Shy, Belt it Out: New sing-along features and scrolling lyrics let you dance AND sing!
• Grab a Partner: Supports up to four players at once including duet dancing option that features unique choreography for each player during the same song!
• Calorie Counter: Dancing is a great way to burn some calories; take advantage of the all new calorie counter!

Country Dance 2 is available nationwide exclusively for Wii™ for the suggested retail price of $39.99, and is rated “E10+” by the ESRB. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/CountryDanceGame. Follow us on Twitter @Country_Dance.  For more information about Country Dance 2 or the Country Dance franchise, please visit: www.game-mill.com.

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About GameMill Entertainment

High Voltage Software, Inc. is an award-winning studio that has been developing games and simulations for over 18 years. Located in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, it now employs over 100 staff members. The independent company has successfully produced a wide variety of license-based video game titles that include dancing/ rhythm, competitive racing, professional sports, motion picture adaptations, horror, military simulations, as well as innovative original intellectual properties. More information about High Voltage Software and its products can be found at www.high-voltage.com.

About High Voltage Software, Inc.

High Voltage Software, Inc. is an award-winning studio that has been developing games and simulations for over 18 years. Located in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, it now employs over 100 staff members. The independent company has successfully produced a wide variety of license-based video game titles that include dancing/ rhythm, competitive racing, professional sports, motion picture adaptations, horror, military simulations, as well as innovative original intellectual properties. More information about High Voltage Software and its products can be found at www.high-voltage.com.

I was excited to try this game. I must admit that I'm not a big country music fan. In fact I don't know many of the songs on here. But I do like being able to have some new dances and songs with the Country Dance 2 game. The movements are pretty easy to follow. There are some songs that are harder than others, but they are denoted that way. The calorie counter feature on the game is handy. When I do my dance games, I do it to get moving and work up a sweat.

This game is rated "E10+", which is for everyone over the age of 10. I'm not really sure why it's rated higher, because we really do pay attention to ratings in our house. My son is 5 and he does not usually play games that are over an "E" rating or watch movies/shows that are rated higher than his actual age. Call me mean, but that's the general rule. There are a few exceptions, and it's on a case by case basis. I do let him play the Just Dance games with me. I understand that they rating is because of some suggestive song lyrics. So far that has not been an issue for us (as far as him picking them up), so he can play with me. I think this game is the same. Lyrics are the only thing I see for the rating being higher. I have not played all the songs yet, so I don't know for sure. But for now if my son does want to play, he must play with me only. If I heard a song I don't like him listening to, we won't play that particular one.

Zachariah was funny playing this. He doesn't get what country music is since we don't listen to it much at all. When we did the first dance, he thought the "cowboys" were pretty fun. Then we he figured out all the dances had "cowboys", he was a little confused about that. I think some of the line dance type dances are good for him and easy to pick up on, so it was fun to play with him.

Country Dance 2 Wii game is available in stores and online now. This is a great gift or stocking stuffer for the country music (or dance) lover in your life.



*Disclaimer: I received this product to review. All opinions are my own.*