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Super Mario Brothers Chess

Posted by admin on May 6th, 2011

Description
Anyone who is a fan of the Super Mario games franchise and likes to play chess must purchase the Super Mario Brothers Chess set. This collector edition game is the first and so far, only to include the beloved Super Mario games characters in their classic poses. The 32 figurines are hand-painted and include all your favorites like Yoshi, Princess Peach, Mario, and Luigi. These heroes face off against Bowser and his gang, including Bowser Jr., Birdo, and Goomba. Playing chess has just become much more fun!

Details
Dimensions of the Super Mario Brothers Chess box are 10.7 x 10.7 x 3.3 inches and the box weighs 3.2 pounds, 3.4 pounds shipped weight. This product contains small parts that present a choking hazard for children younger than age three.
Super Mario Brothers Chess includes:
• Chess pieces and game board featuring characters and design from the popular Super Mario video games
• Traditional chess game with a modern twist, thanks to Super Mario
• 32 figurines are hand-painted and include Luigi, Mario, Princess Peach, Toad, Yoshi, Bowser, 1-Up Mushroom, Bowser Jr., Goomba, Birdo, Magikoopa, and Hammer Bros.
• Mario and his gang take on Bowser’s team in a faceoff between the good and bad guys
• Figurines are marked to indicate which type of piece they are, making learning easier
• Collector tin
• Perfect for players of all ages

Pros
• Playing pieces are kid-friendly and waterproof
• Great alternative to video games
• Good vs. evil aspect makes it easier to learn to play chess
• High quality, reasonable price

Cons
• Spikes on back of Bowser and Bowser Jr. can fall off during play
• Designation of some pieces is confusing for young children (ex: Luigi as a queen)
• Board can break in half

Features
Mario has come to the chessboard in the collector edition of Super Mario Brothers Chess. Included are a themed chessboard and 32 high-quality, hand-painted figurines. Each character is labeled to indicate the type of playing piece it is, making it easier for those new to the game of chess. Adults will love this game as much as the children and kids enjoy role playing with the durable figurines during other play sessions. This is a great substitute for video games and encourages strategic thinking skills. Pit Mario, Princess Peach, and the other heroes against Bowser and his evil team that includes Bowser Jr. and Goomba and see who emerges victorious.


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Super Mario 64 DS

Posted by admin on April 29th, 2011

Description
The classic Mario 64 game has arrived for the Nintendo DS and it is packed with excellent new features, including many mini-games. Start out as Yoshi and then unlock doors to become Mario, Wario, and Luigi. Each character has special abilities and you will need all of them to master this game. The castle grounds contain 150 Power Stars- find them, if you can! Play in Adventure mode to control all the characters using the stylus and touch screen. Or, compete with up to three friends using Wireless Versus mode. Also included are unlockable and touch-sensitive mini-games that are just as much fun as Super Mario 64.

Details
The Super Mario 64 DS box measures 5.0 x 5.2 x 0.8 inches and weighs 3.2 ounces. This game is rated E for Everyone
Super Mario 64 DS includes:
• Classic Nintendo 64 game with all-new features for Nintendo DS game system
• Play as Luigi, Yoshi, Wario, or Mario
• Each character has unique abilities
• 150 Power Stars are hidden within the castle grounds for you to find
• Use the touch screen and stylus to control all characters when in Adventure mode
• Wireless Versus mode allows you to battle up to three friends, with only one Super Mario 64 DS game card required
• Play and win touch-sensitive mini-games

Pros
• Great reincarnation of Mario 64
• Map on bottom screen
• Mini-games
• Good use of touch screen
• Nice graphics


Cons
• Camera control is frustrating
• Control scheme can be difficult

Features
With Super Mario 64 for DS, you can once again play your favorite Mario games using a handheld device. This classic game reinvented for Nintendo DS is better than ever and you will quickly see why. While playing, you start as Yoshi but can become Luigi, Wario, and Mario by unlocking doors. The castle grounds hold 150 Power Stars that will keep you going. As you play, you unlock multiple mini-games, which themselves are worth the purchase price.

If you want to compete with friends, take advantage of Wireless Versus mode. It allows you to use just one game card to compete wirelessly with up to three friends. Players get great use of the stylus and the touch screen features of the Nintendo DS. People who purchased this game say it is a DS must-have because it is challenging, fun, and packed with great features.

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