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Board games are the oldest games on earth. The longevity of classics such as chess and backgammon, and even more recent games such as Connect Four and Mastermind, can be attributed to the simple fact that board games are an incredibly fun way to pass the time. The first rule of thumb for any good game - easy to learn, difficult to master - applies especially to the 16 fun and familiar games included in Sierra's new edition of Hoyle Board Games. The games have the same challenging play elements as that of their real-world counterparts, but they are enhanced with graphics and sound for a more engaging PC experience. The only real drawback is that if you're not new to the Hoyle Board Game series, you may not find much reason to upgrade to this version.
As mentioned, the CD comes with 16 games that range from mind exercisers such as chess and Othello to fun favorites such as Battleship, Yahtzee, and Snakes and Ladders. Basically, the pack includes games for people of all ages. Any of the games are accessible from a pull-down menu at the bottom of the screen. Upon loading Hoyle Board Games, you're initially asked to create a character. This part is actually quite fun. Sierra has brought back its patented facemaker, which lets you custom-tailor your own personality by mixing and matching eyes, noses, mouths, hairdos, and skin tones to produce some truly odd-looking characters.
Besides standards such as chess, Chinese checkers, and mahjong, there are many other enjoyable games included in the package. Master Match is one of the new additions, which is Hoyle's version of Mastermind - it's played competitively with two boards. This actually ends up being one of the most addictive games in the lot. Some of the simpler games, such as Yahtzee and Line 'Em Up (Hoyle's version of Connect Four), also prove to be quite addictive. There's even a Tetris-style arcade game included, called Placer Racer, which is like the arcade favorite Bust-A-Move. Though it doesn't look all that great, it's still fast-paced and fairly fun.
About Hoyle Puzzle & Board Games 2011 It1’s Game Time!! Throw the dice, shuffle the cards and put your strategy to the test. You.’ll have hours of fun with this game collection that includes more games than ever! This fun collection features traditional game standards like Chess, Mahjongg and Chinese Checkers plus popular hits like Hangman, Battling Ships and Sudoku. Challenge your friends and family on one computer or play against the witty and personable HOYLE characters! All games are designed with rules according to HOYLE, the Official Name in Gaming. 30 varieties of games included in this collection: - Word Games - Strategy Games - Card Games - Board Games - Family Favorites - Brain Teasers - Memory Games - And More
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