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Customer reviews of Perplexus by PlaSmart
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Perplexus has been reviewed 268 times with an average rating of 4.63
Fun and Challenging!!!
Posted 12/18/2009 by Sue Schmidt
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I bought this for a Christmas present for my 10 yr old nephew but I came home one day to my 13 yr old son playing with it. (He told me not to worry - he would be able to put it back in the box and no one would ever know it had been played with!) Anyway my son, my husband and I spent all evening playing with it. It is one of those things you just don't want to put down until you master it! The next day I ordered 2 more - one for my son (and husband) and one for my 15 yr old nephew.
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A rating of Perplexus
Posted 1/26/2010 by Bob Mackay
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I like your maze very much, but it arrived without a ball inside, which suggests that factory QA is not up to scratch. I called Fat Brain Toys, who forwarded me to the manufacturer to get a replacement. The manufacturer did not return phone calls. I was able to buy a steel ball of the correct size and drill a hole in the cover of the puzzle to get it inside. I have yet to solve it completely, but that is as it should be! The central bucket does not swing very well, which will probably be a problem for the last move, when I get to it. The swing arm looks floppy, but worked OK. I find the numbers defining the route to be too faint to read reliably without very strong light.
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Perplexus is a great toy
Posted 10/18/2010 by Rebecca Hunt
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Perplexus rewards patience and dexterity. The ball can roll too quickly and fall off the track if you don't handle the maze in such a way to control the speed and direction of the roll, and some of the steps needed to take the ball to the next step of the maze are not always obvious. There are a sequence of numbers 1-99 that allow the user to see just how far along in the maze s/he has gotten, but those numbers aren't very easy to see and can be easily overlooked. A very good feature is the three different starting places, which allow one to skip large areas already solved so that one does not always have to start at the very beginning each time the ball falls off the track. So far my 8yo son and I have been using the 2nd starting spot, and have learned that each section is harder than the last. We've had it for less than a week, so hopefully we won't be stuck there for much longer!
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Product review of Perplexus
Posted 5/3/2010 by Carol B
- EDUCATOR
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This puzzle is able to keep a six year olds attention and intrigue adults as well. The kindergarten children in my daycare think this product is "COOL"! It keeps their attention for 1/2 an hour or so at a time. One 6 year old, with difficulty focusing, loves this toy. I believe it will help children increase their attention span and their eye-hand-coordination. I'm very pleased about this purchase.
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Perplexus maze
Posted 12/6/2010 by Kelly Thompson
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My 10 & 11 year old boy and girl couldn't put it down when we first got it and still enjoy the challenge of it. Well worth the money. I'm planning on ordering another for a birthday gift for another family. So nice to see them interested in something that's not electronic. Unfortunately, my son was tossing it around like a ball, dropped it and a piece broke off. I'm wondering if it can be openend, repaired and closed back up.
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Perplexingly AMAZING!
Posted 8/24/2010 by Andrea
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For our son's 7th birthday we surprised him and did a "makeover" on a room in our house so that he would have his own Office. We redecorated the room top to bottom, and gifts included a laptop, printer, phone, and camera - all of which he really wanted (and trust me, ALL were rehabbed or ebay!). We threw in a Perplexus because it looked so interesting and he's really into marble tracks and mazes. He woke up at 5 am to open his presents and was impressed with the office stuff but was OBSESSED with the Perplexus! We ALL played with it all morning, and have grabbed it at times throughout every day since then. It is just such a Great toy! Very challenging but not overwhelming. You want to keep trying it and it's addictive. It's also a great teacher of Patience, Thinking Ahead, and Moderate Movement. We are really impressed (as are all of the friends who passed it around at the birthday party)!
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Clever and approriate
Posted 5/18/2011 by VIOLET R GRIFFITHS
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My grandson chooses the perplexor over TV, I got hooked on it, and my daughter picks it up frequently to take brain breaks! The whole family (3 generations worth) loves it!
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Perplexus
Posted 8/5/2010 by J Sharpe
- EDUCATOR
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Perplexus is a HIT! I purchase games for piano students to play while they are waiting to take their lesson. I look for games that will encourage focus and concentration and are new and different. Perplexus meets all those expectations and more. It has been particularly enjoyed by the middle school and high school bunch. Tonight my 12-year-old grandduaghter begged to take it home for the night. I had to make her promise to return it in the morning and to treat it with tender loving care--andn she will. She said I really should have purshased two!
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Review for Perplexus
Posted 3/7/2010
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I gave Perplexus to my nephew as a gift and it seemed to perplex both a 9 year old boy and a 36 year old man at the same time. It's similar to a video game that can entertain a boy for hours quietly and independently while he tries to get to the next step or level - only he's not sitting in front of a screen. I would say that he played Perplexus for a good 3 hours straight and had a hard time putting it down.
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Review for Perplexus
Posted 12/11/2010 by Dvora L Weinraub
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It's a great toy that EVERYONE enjoys. Even people that walk in the house and see it laying around, ask about it and attempt to try it.
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Review for Perplexus
Posted 8/1/2010 by Morteza Razavi
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The game is a great idea, which is why I thought I would purchase it. I think that the tracks are not joining up easily enough and because of that the ball jumps off too quickly and you lose your position again. Perhaps if it was remodeled to make it a little bit more fluid as the ball moves around, then kids could really get the hang of it.
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Perplexus is designed to exercise the intellect as well as coordination and perceptual skills. The tracks are designed with small gaps to invite greater challenge.
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Review for Perplexus
Posted 10/7/2010 by Karen Webb
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Love It! I have to stop from picking it up late at night or I don't get to bed. Even though I've made it all the way thru, it is still a challenge every time. Bring out more of them!!
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Review for Perplexus
Posted 11/10/2011 by Rexanne Foti
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I purchased four Perplexus for Christmas presents....I wanted real play value that did not include batteries. I left one unwrapped to test.....my husband and I have been playing with it all week...it drives me crazy that he is better at it than me so I will pratice...lol. Such a fun toy for any age. I am keeping one for our house ...I can see visitors just picking it up and playing....buying more!!
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Perplex - ination !
Posted 5/12/2011 by Esther weiss
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Something that the grown ups want to play with as well
as the children !
Fun for the family
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Perplexus
Posted 4/25/2011 by Carrie T
- GRANDPARENT
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The "Big Kids" love this toy even more than the 9 year old.
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A ball of madness.
Posted 4/2/2011 by Dan Loeb
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Not only does my son who it was bought for play with it but when it is on the table. Everyone who walks by it picks it uP and has a go. Can't wait for the next family birthday to get the ultra version.
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Perplexus
Posted 1/3/2011 by Christian Mirowski
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My kids love the fact that this maze is 3-D. It really keeps them challenged and intrigued as they try to master it. I love that not only is it a quality toy, but it's not electronic!
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Review for Perplexus
Posted 12/25/2010 by Ruth Rowe
- GRANDPARENT
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I gave this to my 6 yr. old grandson for Christmas. After I showed him how to play with it he played with it for quite awhile. Then he would give it to me to try and back and forth it went. He seemed to enjoy playing with it. The other adults present enjoyed trying to complete one maze. It isn't easy but I don't think it is too hard to complete but will take time to master. My engineer son was impressed with it for a 6 yr. old because of it being "three dimensional".
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Product review of Perplexus
Posted 12/12/2010 by Janet Mayer
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A unique design to stimulate problem solving.
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My rating of Perplexus
Posted 12/5/2010 by William Gray
- GRANDPARENT
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Perplexus is a challenge for my 7 yr. old grandson. He enjoys playing with it. Unlike other puzzels he can pick it up and put it down without having to pickup the peices and put them away.
He plays with it several times a day and gets better each time.
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A rating of Perplexus
Posted 2/25/2010 by laurie stapleton
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This is a great toy! The whole family has played with it. It is colorful and durable and promotes great hand-eye coordination. It also requires patience and concentration. The only problem is that there is not a map/paper copy of the trail and no one who has played it can find #31. I know there are videos about it on You Tube so I will research it from that aspect.
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Aggravating (but in a good way)
Posted 1/8/2010 by Joseph W Mantheiy
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Extremely addictive toy which nobody wanted to share. "I just want to try it one more time!" "That's what you said five times ago!" "I haven't had a turn, yet!" It does not promote group play, because it is so much fun. I need one for myself.
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LBT's Perplexus
Posted 5/1/2010 by Blaine Totty
- GRANDPARENT
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Challenging and unique
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My rating of Perplexus
Posted 4/5/2010 by Susan Hopkins
- GRANDPARENT
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My grandson loved playing with this. Once he opened it at his party, he couldn't put it down. Very creative.
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CJ
Posted 5/3/2011
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All of our kids , ages 9-28, enjoy it!
The center purple cup isn't as mobile as our friends Perplexus, and sometimes sticks.
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My rating of Perplexus
Posted 11/8/2011 by Janeece Font
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Christmas gift. And I keep playing with it.
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Product review of Perplexus
Posted 10/3/2011 by Sharon Kleefisch
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I purchased this for my nephew who is autistic. He loves it. He has many hours of enjoyable fun.
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Can't put it down!
Posted 8/29/2011 by Greg Chambers
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The kids found an old wooden marble labyrinth at my parents house and were smitten. We replaced it with the Perplexus and it's an improvement! Self contained to limit loss of parts, no knobs, 360 degrees of fun. Top 10 toy of all time.
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Car trips are a breeze
Posted 8/21/2011 by Jennifer Fey
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My children ARGUE about who's turn it is to try this toy. Unfortunately, my husband is now in the mix saying it's HIS turn. A great toy from 8 to 40 years+. I like how my normally clumsy son is able to carefully turn the ball--I believe it is helping him have better eye/hand coordination. My daughter and he have a contest to see who can go the farthest on the maze. This is a whole lot of fun which passed 4 hours of a road trip quickly.
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Product review of Perplexus
Posted 8/9/2011 by Linda H
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My 12 year old son received this for his birthday and has enjoyed it immensely. The toy was also used by cousins ranging in age from 9 - 12 and they all enjoyed figuring it out. My son loves mazes and puzzles, so this was a perfect gift for him.
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Great toy for all ages
Posted 7/26/2011 by Julia Paton
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Everybody wanted to play with it and once they got a hold of it, they wouldn't put it down or give it back. Mom, Dad, Grandma, and Grandpa all took a turn with Grandson's gift. Big hit!
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My rating of Perplexus
Posted 6/26/2011 by SUE DEVOS
- GRANDPARENT
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It was his favorite gift on his 8th birthday. Now I want to order another one for another grandson who will turn 9 soon.
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Great Toy!
Posted 12/15/2010 by Grace Lukens
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I bought this toy for my grandchildren, ages 11, 8, and 4, as an add on gift to the other toys I got for them as individuals. They loved it! The eleven year old girl was getting through level two in a little while, and the 8 year girl kept at it even though she was challenged by level one. The four year old couldn't get very far with it, but was so intriqued with it that he told me when he grows up and works for Fat Brain Toys he is going to make Perplexus toys, too! The kids all wanted their dad to try it, and I loved it so much I told them I was going to buy another one for Grandpa and me. It would be fun to have around the house. The engineering in this thing is so fascinating that I went to their website to find out who made it!
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My rating of Perplexus
Posted 2/15/2010 by Leslie Anderson Freck
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This is one of those toys that kids (our are aged 7 & 9) enjoy, but parents are always waiting for their turn, as well. We had been looking for an old-fashioned, wooden labyrinth game, but have been dismayed at the poor quality of those we found lately. Perplexus requires similar eye-hand coordination and spatial thinking, but in a slightly different format. You turn the entire ball to make the marble follow the path, and if it falls off, it goes to the bottom of the ball and you must start over. One bonus is that you can't lose the marble.
The only complaint we have is that the numbers that direct you in the right directions are simply embossed on the plastic tracks and difficult to see and the embossed name on the clear plastic ball can occlude your vision at times as well.
Overall, a great toy....used during the day and well after the kids go to bed.
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Perplexus
Posted 1/13/2010 by Judy Tracy
- GRANDPARENT
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Nine year old granddaughter thinks this is a real challenge and likes it as well as her 8 year old sister. Thumbs up.
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Perplexus was a hit!
Posted 1/5/2010 by Jessica Fineberg Pardini
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The most popular gift around the tree this christmas!! Everyone wanted to play (young and old alike). We will be ordering more, one for each household!
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My rating of Perplexus
Posted 12/18/2011 by Jamie Beatty
- GRANDPARENT
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it was shipped to Japan for a Christmas gift. No reports of it's play value yet.
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Product review of Perplexus
Posted 12/8/2011 by Terry De Lavallade
- GRANDPARENT
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We need more than one Perplexus so the fighting will stop. I think the adults love it more than the kids! Great fun.
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Information about Perplexus
Posted 12/4/2011
- GRANDPARENT
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This toy is addictive! The mazes are amazing! My 3 year old grandson is quite good at it, much better than his grandma. The toy is great for all ages, and the entire family can't put it down! It is challenging, frustrating and exciting all at once. You want to keep going until you get the metal ball through the many mazes.
The only drawback is that it is sometimes hard to see the ball and hard to tell what direction you need to be going in. You can end up repeating what you've already done. There are some points where the ball falls very quickly and you have to start over. But all in all it is a great toy.
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Review of Perplexus
Posted 11/7/2011 by Erik Byman
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The whole family enjoys playing with this toy. There always seems to be a waiting list! This toy draws in both kids and adults of all ages. This is our best "new" toy buy in many years!
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Everybody is happy
Posted 9/27/2011
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Parents and child are happy. Our son thinks it's fun. It's challenging, but he can make progress so he doesn't get frustrated. Mom and Dad also think it's fun. It seems well made.
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Product review of Perplexus
Posted 6/25/2011 by Natalie Davis
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My math brain 14 year old loves it as well as his 7 year old little brother and 15 year old sister and 17 year old brother. Even his 2 and 3 year old brothers love it just for the colors and noise. Great fun for all.
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Review for Perplexus
Posted 6/24/2011 by Karisa Truetken
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My 3 children, ages 3 - 10, all love playing with Perplexus.
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Perplexus Review
Posted 12/7/2010 by Ashley Smith
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Great product, exactly as described. Suggested age use of 6-106 may be a little far reaching. This was bought as a gift for a 6 year old and he struggles with it and gets frustrated. This may be a reflection of the child more than the product though. We hope he will continue to grow in to it.
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Information about Perplexus
Posted 11/14/2010
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Difficult to figure out how to move the ball from one challenge to the next.
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You are on the right track to contact us! We contacted our customer to offer assistance with Perplexus. If you have any concerns about a Fat Brain Toy, let us know. Please visit the Returns & Exchanges center for the personal care you deserve. We promise to get the ball rolling.
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Great game
Posted 1/26/2010 by M Piper
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This is such a beautifully designed game. We actually have it sitting out on a pedestal, it's visually quite beautiful, and that way it's right there to enjoy and grab and play for a few (or a lot!) of minutes. Also, because it is self-contained, and sealed, there are no parts to lose or look for. It's so tricky, it is going to provide years of entertainment.
Well done!
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Reminds me the forgotten Pocketeer Maze!.
Posted 3/22/2010 by nicolas marchiolo
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Great toy even For Grown Ups! Can´t wait for more complex editions!!!!!. I love It!!!!!!.
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Family gift
Posted 23 days ago by peggy mansfield
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My 12 year old grandson who seems indifferent to anything that does not shoot guns on the xbox has hogged this for weeks until he mastered all levels. Now maybe the rest of us can get a chance to 'SEE' it!
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Perplexus
Posted 1/7/2012
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I gave this to my granddaughter for Christmas and she LOVED it! She spent a long time playing with it and then shared it with her cousins and aunts and uncles too! The Perplexus is a great toy for kids or adults!
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Review for Perplexus
Posted 12/21/2011
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obviously this is a Christmas gift so there is no review untill the big day. but i remained neutral in my response just by my looking at the game and the little i played tn throught the game box itself.
thanks
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Perplexus
Posted 12/20/2011
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Child immediately interested & kept going back to it
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My rating of Perplexus
Posted 12/20/2011 by Linda LaParr
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Again, keeps mind engaged and isn't using a computer!
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Review for Perplexus
Posted 12/19/2011 by andrea hannu
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I purchased this for my 7 year old son. He is getting it for Christmas, and has not played with it yet.
I wanted to test it, and I could not put it down. It is really neat game.
I think my entire family is going to enjoy it.
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Information about Perplexus
Posted 7/17/2011 by Yi Zhang
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It is a great toy to train kids' patience, coordination, logical thinking.
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Awesome
Posted 5/23/2011
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Mom won't put it down and gift recipient loves it!
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Product review of Perplexus
Posted 4/1/2011 by bernard de jong
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excellent toy. he plays it with enthusiasm. Seems to me in particular good for girls because it trains their 3-d vision, useful if for instance they want to become surgeons
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Perplexus
Posted 3/27/2011 by JULIE M VOLLMUTH
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Excellent toy for my ten year old! Really makes her think and is a great challenge.
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A rating of Perplexus
Posted 3/24/2011 by Rosetta Thomas
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I don't think this toy should be in the category for children with autism.
I did not return it because he has two other brothers who might play with it.
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Children with Autism like all of us -vary in their abilities and strengths. We've heard of a few children with Autism or Asperger's Syndrome that enjoy Perplexus. As a parent or educator who knows the individual child well, you are the best judge of its appropriateness for building logic and fine motor skills.
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One trick pony?
Posted 1/16/2011
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I was really excited for my 9 year old son to get this toy. The concept is great and the product is well built. The downside is there seems to be only one way get the ball in the cup! So...now that he knows how to do it well... he doesn't play with it much. I wish there was more than one way to solve the puzzle.
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He's got keen eyes and steady hands. Please note, there are three levels to Perplexus fun. If you're the type to master Perplexus every time you try, you've got a strong skill set for learning to pilot a plane or perform surgery. If you're really, really rotten at Perplexus but love the hand-eye challenge, maybe watch repair...
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Great family toy!
Posted 1/4/2011 by Alicia C.
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This is a fun toy that the whole family can play. It does get addicting! It's great for eye-hand-coordination. It's a play anywhere toy - great even in the car on long car rides!
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Awesome!
Posted 1/4/2011
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Everyone in the family plays with this toy!
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sweet entertainment for a while
Posted 1/3/2011 by Anna Rodriguez
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Kids and adults would love this puzzle if they enjoy puzzles.
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Cool game
Posted 11/9/2010 by Mary Kate Gourley
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I bought this for my 6 year old's birthday. She loves it!
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Posted 3/4/2010 by Rachel
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This game is amazing! I bought it and my boys have not put it down yet. They completed the 3 levels for the maze by the second day. After that, they've made their own games, mazes, and challenges for themselves and each other. I love this toy. I thought it was a bit pricey just for a hand-held game, but now I know, it is worth every penny. Hours of quiet entertainment.
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Information about Perplexus
Posted 1/31/2010 by Timothy N Hilburn
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Grandaughter e-mailed us and said she was thrilled with the game and even took it to school and the teacher liked it. Grandaughter is thirteen and enjoys a challenge- thus the game was a hit!
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Review for Perplexus
Posted 1/25/2010 by Frank Warren
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Great toy, one suggestion:
On both sides of the clear plastic globe there is a logo molded into the plastic. This distorts the view the player has to view the ball inside. The entire plastic globe should be smooth and clear.
Thanks,
-Frank
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Best toy ever!
Posted 12/28/2009 by Casey Bernal
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This toy was designed by an art instructor at SRJC. He has done similar art projects that are on a larger scale. I first saw one of the interactive art sculptures and was intrigued. I saw the perplexus on sale at my schools bookstore, and bought it right away as a girt for my brother, 37. I got it home and couldn't resist opening it myself. I've been playing with it ever since. I felt bad about opening my brothers gift so I went online to buy him a new one. *
Since giving the Perplexus to him we have all enjoyed playing it . From my nephew who is 4 years old to my uncle who is in his 70's everyone has been facinated with it. I highly reccomend it for everyone.
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Perplexis
Posted 10/7/2010 by Martha Temple
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I bought this for my granddaughter for Christmas, but when I opened it, I was so intrigued that I have played with it since. I intend today to buy two more of them from you for my grown-up son and grown-up son-in-law and daughter. It is a great toy!
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Great for all ages!
Posted 6/26/2011 by Nicole Palumbo
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It is addicting! Fun for all ages. My 4-year-old sits and plays with it for extended periods of time.
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Review for Perplexus
Posted 4/26/2011 by Scott O
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Both 9 yr old and 7 yr old enjoy it.
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Product review of Perplexus
Posted 12/6/2010 by Patricia Mandish
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very interesting and challenging!
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Plasmart Perplexus Maze Game
Posted 2/19/2010 by Lambreca
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After playing with it for several hours over the past days, I can already conclude that the Perplexus is one of the coolest toys/puzzles I ever put my hands on. It starts out easy, making it interesting for children (I guess from ages 8 onwards), but the difficulty gradually increases to make it challenging for adults as well.
It is very hard to put the Perplexus down !
The Perplexus has 3 starting positions. The first one is the beginning of the track, but 2 and 3 allow you to skip over 1/3rd or 2/3rd of the obstacle course in order to continue without redoing the easy part over and over again.
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Tricky but FUN!
Posted 22 days ago by Casey Griffiths
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This is the second Perplexus ball of this type we've owned. The first one got broken (probably in a fit of frustration!). Just as fun as the first time around, though. It was a gift and was opened at a party. The adults immediately go in on the action and I don't think the kids actually got a chance until everyone went home!
Perplexus
Posted 23 days ago by Grandma
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The grandparents and parents won't put it down long enough for the child to play with it!! Great toy - addictive. Pretty sure it will last long enough for the child it was intended for to grow into it. I bought the original version for the 4 year old and the Rookie for the 3 year old. They're pretty smart but not quite ready for these challenging toys...YET! But they are very intrigued by the adults obsession with them!
Review of Perplexus
Posted 1/9/2012 by Lynn Johnson
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I gave this to my 17-year-old son who enjoyed it very much, but once he completed the challenge (which he was able to do fairly quickly), he has not played with it. I expect that it will be brought out again when he has friends over. I think this is a good puzzle for his age group, but, in retrospect, would purchase the more difficult version. Because of his age, I did not expect him to play with this frequently. I purchased it for a fun, short term challenge that would divert him temporarily from video games, and it served this purpose well.
Great for many ages
Posted 1/8/2012 by ANGELA BERGMAN
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So fun! In an age where my nephew only loves Legos or video games, we've found a toy that he will play with! Not many toys can keep a 10 year old's attention for long, but this one does. We even argued over who had the next turn. The only one who found it too hard was the 4 year old. Great stuff!
My rating of Perplexus
Posted 1/6/2012 by Norma Herbert
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We gave many of these (at least 10) for Christmas this year. They were/are a hit. Most recipients want to know where they can buy them for friends. The balls get played with almost every day and once they get picked up there's no putting them down. We gave them to males and females ages 6 to 40 and every ball was in use most of Christmas day.
Hours of fun
Posted 1/2/2012 by H. Weston Drumheller
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The original version for 7-8 year olds if I recall, but challenging for me at 42. Really great design. Really fun.
My rating of Perplexus
Posted 1/1/2012 by Rita Quick
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This toy was challenging enough to make him want to keep trying without frustrating him.
Nobody really 'got' this toy.
Posted 12/30/2011 by Elaine
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The box says this is a maze, but nobody in our family could figure out what the ultimate goal of the maze was. The kids were frustrated with it, and the adults found it boring.
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Addictive!
Posted 12/29/2011 by Beth
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This was a Christmas gift for my 6 year old son. All of the adults (particularly the men) wanted to play with it too! Between everyone, the toy hasn't been put down very much since it was opened. It's a huge hit.
It's a little hard to see the sequence of the numbers to tell you which way to go.
Product review of Perplexus
Posted 12/29/2011 by Lora Johnson
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This puzzle toy takes a lot of skill.
A rating of Perplexus
Posted 12/29/2011 by Linnea N.
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I ordered this toy for my 7 yr old son. He loves it. So do my 11 and 19 yr old. I also like playing with it. A great gift.
Product review of Perplexus
Posted 12/29/2011 by kathy
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Intriguing, is challenging, but fun
Perplexus
Posted 12/28/2011 by Grigriese
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My son thought perplexus was cool, but I think he's still a bit intimidated by it. He's 5 yr. A friends son, 6 yr., came over and he that it was great, as did my kids grandparents. Knowing my son I think he will definitely love this in the future, since he loves mazes and problem solving.
A rating of Perplexus
Posted 12/28/2011 by C. Luhring
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This toy is a definite for the smart child in your family who likes a challenge and doesn't like to be told "no". It is engaging and a toy that can be played with anywhere. The only thing I would add is to buy more than one because there will be a fight over who gets it next.
Perplexus
Posted 12/28/2011 by Martin Dixon
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Everyone at our Chritmas party was impressed. The 13 year olds spent a lot of time working through the maze.
Such a cool toy!
Posted 12/28/2011 by AMANDA
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This toy was a gift to our 11 year old and 6 year old sons. The 6 yo does not have the patience to play with it very long, but my husband, uncle and 11 yo won't put it down. It can be a bit frustrating at times, but that is part of the puzzle. This gift was a big hit and really makes you think. I highly recommend it!
Product review of Perplexus
Posted 12/28/2011 by Marianna King
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This is a great toy. I bought it for my 9 year old for Christmas and we all love it. It has different levels, so it can be challenging for a wide variety of kids and adults. It is very sturdy and well-made. My 11 year old now wants to get the next one for himself. I highly recommend it.
Perplexus well received
Posted 12/28/2011 by Uncle who brings toys
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Once the Perplexus was unwrapped, it captured the older (14, 11) children's attention while othe presents were being unwrapped. While I can't speak to how frequently it's played with on a regular basis, it was a hit from the moment is was unwrapped. They're still trying to complete it.
Review for Perplexus
Posted 12/27/2011 by shalee
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Perplexus is a fabulous. SUPER fun for all ages including adults. Can't wait to buy the other ones.
Preplexus
Posted 12/27/2011 by Nancy
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My nephew is 7 and he loves this. He took it in the car for a holiday trip.
It's a love hate relationship
Posted 12/27/2011 by WireKat
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When you first pick it up, it mocks you. At first a single steel ball floats free but soon you are trapped in the maze that is your mind. You want to put it down but you can't. It forces you to start yet again until you decide to think ahead. Even then you get cocky and fall victim again. It mocks you yet again by allowing you to start further along yet those completed steps are no easier now. Finally you are able to speed past obstacles, only to be thrown free when the ball passes beyond your comprehension. In the end, is it your victory?
Not a big hit
Posted 12/27/2011 by Kelly Schneider
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I'm not sure if this game got lost among the presents, but after my 8 yr old daughter took it out of the packaging, she put it down without really engaging. I'm hopeful that she'll come back to it.
Everyone enjoyed playing with this gift!
Posted 12/26/2011 by CHRISTINE D
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The whole family took turns trying to see who could get the farthest in the maze without dropping the ball.
Great Pick
Posted 12/26/2011 by Daniel Stander
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Not only do our kids want to play with it, but many of the other adults at the family Christmas party can't leave it alone. It is an addictive fun toy that makes your brain work. Great Toy Thanks!
Product review of Perplexus
Posted 12/25/2011 by Robin Wood
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Please keep in mind we have only had this toy for a couple of hours since Santa brought it to my son, but we all have played with it and enjoyed it very much! I think that will continue at this rate.
Review of Perplexus
Posted 12/25/2011 by Karen Chenard
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a gift for my granddaughter. it keeps her interest and she really likes it
Perplexus
Posted 12/18/2011 by Shelley Hartmann
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Too early to tell it's wrapped'
Review of Perplexus
Posted 12/10/2011 by Holly Morris
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Not only can my son not put it down, but neither can we! Very engaging and fun!!
Review for Perplexus
Posted 12/6/2011 by David Beasley
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stimulating but simple.
Review of Perplexus
Posted 12/5/2011 by Kristen Jones
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This is such a fun and challanging game. It is even challanging for my husband and I.
Christmas Gifts
Posted 12/4/2011 by Ana Sims
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This is a Christmas gift and hasn't been given to the recipients.
My rating of Perplexus
Posted 12/2/2011 by a grandmother
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Grandsons are six to 12, and compete to use it. And it's a pretty table decoration.
Apparently there are different models that are more difficult. I was disappointed that the Fatbrain website did not tell me that. Different models were only in the printed catalog that came in when the toy was delivered.
Over-shot the age
Posted 11/29/2011 by Holly Gibson
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I bought this off the recommendation of boys 14 - I thought, could have been 13. Whatever the case - its for the younger crowd.
Review of Perplexus
Posted 11/27/2011
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Definitely a challenge which he loves.
Product review of Perplexus
Posted 11/25/2011
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Great fun and hard to set aside.
Product review of Perplexus
Posted 11/22/2011 by linda lucas
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I bought both styles for my grandsons. They love them! Entire family wants to try it
A rating of Perplexus
Posted 11/15/2011 by Richard Kindt
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Not sure if this is for the kid or for mom and dad!
Review for Perplexus
Posted 11/8/2011 by alissa
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Bought this toy for Christmas for my almost-7 year old. Can't wait for him to open it. I think it will be liked by him as well as the family.
Very cool.
Posted 10/26/2011 by Cherry Lynn Pasaoa
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Very engaging, keep playing until you get it right.
This will be a Christmas hit!
Posted 10/20/2011 by Vanessa McClinchy
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I've just purchased two Perplexus puzzles as Christmas gifts for my son and nephew. Knowing them as I do, we anticipate a great deal of fun and amusement on Christmas day and beyond-particularly for my 18 y.o. nephew, who lives with Autism and loves my gifts. It's a well-made and wonderful puzzle on which I was immediately hooked upon receipt. Thank you.
This is really fun
Posted 10/19/2011 by William Niermeyer
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This item is fun to play with. It is being greatly enjoyed.
A rating of Perplexus
Posted 10/18/2011 by Tim Thompson
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This is a great toy the whole family can enjoy!
Nice Toy for the Brain
Posted 9/19/2011 by Mila
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Originally, we bought Perplexus for a present. Well, it never made it to the intended recepient. My toddler love it so much that we decided to keep it.
A rating of Perplexus
Posted 9/8/2011 by Rebecca Jungemann
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It is very challenging and wish I had more time to spend with it. It is addicting!!
Great Toy for All Ages!
Posted 3/15/2011 by Debbie Jones
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Bought Perplexus because my husband couldn't put it down at a friends house. Had it sent to my work address where it sat in my office all week and was played by every person who walked by my door. Everyone wanted to know what it was and how it worked. I told all of them about Fat Brain Toys and the great stuff on your website.
All the people liked the toy. Some played it for a while then put it down and said they'd had enough couldn't make it work. Others played and played trying to conquer the challenge.
The bottom line; this is one great, fun toy that creates a lot of conversation and enjoyment. After the week in my office I took it home where it continues to bring joy to my husband and everyone who visits.
Perplexus
Posted 2/22/2011 by Barbara K.
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At first I thought It might be difficult for the boys but they and their moms and dads enjoy it.
the best
Posted 2/21/2011 by David
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Nobody can put this thing down! It is one of the best "toys" I have ever seen! Everyone needs one. It is impossible to explain the pure genius of this thing without actually playing with it. Not really a maze, or a puzzle, just super cool!
Review of Perplexus
Posted 2/12/2011 by Amanda
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This toy was out of the box less than a minute and was being fought over. I have a 35 year old and a 5 year old who were sitting here waiting for the other to drop the ball. I have also found it completely addicting. It helps with motor skills, reasoning and memory.
My 5 year old has ADHD and this is the first thing he's sat and put good attention into in a long time! I highly recommend this for little kids and big ones too!
perplexis
Posted 2/10/2011 by angie o'hara
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our entire family loves this. our 5 yr. old son loves it. Unfortunately the first hour that he was playing with it he dropped it on our wood floor and cracked the outside ball. It didn/t brake the inside at all and the crack is 1" and hasn't spread. This game is great just play with it sitting on the sofa over carpet.
perplexus
Posted 2/6/2011 by sam max
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We have one for each child. They love it. Fun to use. They will not put it down. Stimulates the mind. Teaches patience and perserverence. A favorite go to toy.
dude, i can play this game for hours!
Posted 2/1/2011 by Britton danton
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this is such a cool idea, I love it. I will seriously. be late for work playing it haha. can't wait for perplexus 2!!
Our second time buying this!
Posted 2/1/2011 by Karyn Sader
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We bought this for our 9-year old son for Christmas and he liked it so much he wanted to give it as a present for a friend's birthday. So we bought another!
Loved the Perplexus
Posted 1/23/2011 by Linda Beaty
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This was a gift for a 7 yr old boy who is very hyper. He loves it, his mother & I think this is a good toy to teach hand & eye cordination. And I can see why it is something that children of all ages up to adults would love, it's a challange. I gave your booklet of your items to his mother & she was glad to get it, as she could look at it better than keep checking things on the website. I think your company has a great selection of toys to stimulate the "brains" of children of all ages.
A rating of Perplexus
Posted 1/23/2011
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a real brain exercise
the whole family loves it
Really Challenging (in a GOOD way!)
Posted 1/22/2011 by Heather Fisher
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This was a gift for my 7 year old son for Christmas. He REALLY enjoys it. He loves problem solving challenges and this really fits that category. He hasn't been able to complete the entire puzzle yet but what he really likes is that the 100 sections are divided so he can start in one of three sections. He has mastered steps 1-27 so he can start at 28 to perfect that section rather than having to do the whole first part everytime. He took it to school for show and tell and ALL of the kids wanted to try it. All of the other adults spent time playing with it over the holidays too! My 5 year old did find it to be a little frustrating, though!
Fun and Entertaining !
Posted 1/20/2011 by ssitton
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Bought this for my granddaughter (7) and it has been a big hit.
We travel a lot and it keeps her entertained. She does like to share it
so others can try it.
My rating of Perplexus
Posted 1/18/2011
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Challenging and entertaining for our adult son for whom the Perplexus was intended. He has trouble getting to play with it though because his six year old daughter loves it. Our son-in-law and his five year old son enjoy one that he received for a gift also! The maze is fun for all ages. An added benefit is that Perplexus is a calming toy for active young children. The numbers are more difficult to see for those in the family with older eyes . . . good excuse when the five year old can get further than you in solving the maze!
Need another one
Posted 1/18/2011 by EKmom
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We bought this as a gift for a 6 year old boy. Don't know yet if he likes up. My 6 year old daughter liked it a lot but couldn't do it well yet. I got through the 2 levels before we had to wrap it. I'll be buying one for our family in the next year or so.
Great puzzle!
Posted 1/17/2011 by Alicia Nakamura
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It sticks to its name, as it will perplex you! The kids have a go at it, see how far they can get, play with it for a few hours at a time (because you know you can get farther than that!) and then have to take a break before their brains explode (my 7 year old's words).
Perplexus is a great toy
Posted 1/13/2011 by Lawna
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My 7 year old son didn't hardly put Perplexus down for 2 days, but if he did my 32 year old husband was playing with it. My husband was determined to finish the maze and did so after about a week.
My son is still working at it and still enjoys playing with it almost 4 weeks later.
Grandma found the same Perplexus at ShopKo for about half the price.
Perplexes review
Posted 1/4/2011 by Sheila Weber
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Great toy that everyone in the family has played with.
gift for an autistic Friend
Posted 1/1/2011 by Nathan Casson
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Makes noise when moving,keeps his attention,plays with it for extended amount of time!
PERPLEXUS
Posted 12/31/2010 by TRACI
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WE BOUGHT IT FOR OUR 10 YEAR OLD, BUT AS ADULTS WE OFTEN WANT TO PLAY IT WHEN HE IS NOT LOOKING. IT IS A LOT OF FUN! WE RECOMMEND IT FOR A FUN CHALLENGE FOR PEOPLE OF ALL AGES
Review for Perplexus
Posted 12/29/2010 by tammie carmichael
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I think my husband plays with it more than the kiddos!!
Review for Perplexus
Posted 12/28/2010 by Rochelle Kwartler
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I gave it to my 10 year old niece. While she played with it, my 60-something brother in law and my 21 year old son watched with singular attention waiting for her to put it down so they could try it. I enjoyed playing with it myself and am considering get one for myself,
Perlexus had us perplexed
Posted 12/28/2010
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I bought this for my 16 year old niece. As soon as she put it down, her sister started with it, then their mom, and so on. Really kept the troops entertained on a very cold trip. Would highly recommend it to anyone!
Addictive for adults
Posted 12/28/2010 by Diana
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This very engaging marble maze in multiple dimensions is hard to put down for the 12 and up age group, but our younger kids don't stick with it. They are curious, and pick it up throughout the day, but not long enough to succeed. The teens and adults love it!
A rating of Perplexus
Posted 12/27/2010 by Sally Armstrong
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Purchsaed this product for my 6-year-old grandson who I felt needed a challenging toy to play with. Perplexus has done just that and, in fact, he plays with it daily. I haven't seen him sit still for such a long period of time playing with any type of toy prior to this purchase. Another one of my grandsons (who is much older) has aksed me to purchase Perplexus for him.
Thank you for supplying me with your catelog as I would have never found such a great product on my own!
Review for Perplexus
Posted 12/27/2010 by sandy steele
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This was the favorite toy this Christmas with both children and adults. It was passed around as often as possible with each person not wanting to give it up!
Review of Perplexus
Posted 12/27/2010 by Carolyn Field
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I ordered Perplexus as gifts for 2 boys, ages 8 & 10. My son, the 8-year-old really likes it; I haven't heard much from the 10-year-old (lives in a different state). It is interesting enough for my son & his friends to pick up & try out. Also seems like they have enough success to keep playing with it, but it's not easy to get all the way through - although my son has solved it a couple of times already.
Fun Challenging Toy
Posted 12/27/2010 by Holly Christensen
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Received as Christmas Gift - it entertained everyone Christmas Day - as soon as someone would put it down, someone else picked it up. It did seem to entertain the adults much more than my 4 year old grandson, but he also had many other new toys. I think it will be a toy that never gets old - it will always be challenging. Also, since it is completely contained within the hard plastic shell, I don't think you will ever wear it out. I was completely satisfied with my purchase!
Review of Perplexus
Posted 12/26/2010 by Kerry Bruce
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I purchased this as a Christmas gift for my 5 year old daughter. She hasn't played with it much, but it might be because her 7 year old sister and her dad keep playing with it instead! Well made, and very addictive. Very cool toy!
Review for Perplexus
Posted 12/26/2010 by Alicia Wopat
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Gave this as a gift and the reports are 12 yr old and Mom having a great time trying to complete the maze...at this time both are stuck on the same place...lots more fun to go!
Perplexus is a big hit.
Posted 12/26/2010
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Our 5 year old godson loves. I've never seen him more focused.
Not so sure
Posted 12/21/2010 by Lea Del Hurley
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We opened the toy to try it before giving it to our grandson. We had a hard time finding the start and we have tried the maze several times. I'm not sure if we will give it to him or send it back. We are afraid he will get too frustrated with it. He is 7, maybe it is too hard for him.
Perplexus
Posted 12/20/2010 by Maxine Zemil
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It's intriguing. A lot more difficult than I thought, but great.
Review of Perplexus
Posted 12/19/2010 by Linda Kunard
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This gift was purchased for a 5 year old child, but the adults cannot leave it alone. The child gets pleasure watching the adults play with his toy!
Review of Perplexus
Posted 12/18/2010 by sharon krochta
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This was a gift and it was amazing and interesting to watch how many people wanted to take the challenge!! Young and old alike.
I would recommend this for anyone at any age!! What a great toy and I am so happy that I ordered it!!!! I myself am still trying to get through the entire maze--lots and lots of fun!!
Love the toy!!
Posted 12/16/2010
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The child that this was bought for loves it and plays with it often. It can keep him busy for a long time.
Perplexus
Posted 12/16/2010 by Robin Ritchey
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This is a fun, adicting toy that gets picked up by a lot of family members. Honestly I was going to give it for xmas but the kids were going into exam week, looked a bit frazzled, so I brought it out.
Both my grade 8 girl and grade 6 boy pick it up and play with it. Its a fun distraction sitting on the coffee table. It takes some skill to master, more than we have learned in the past few days!
Product review of Perplexus
Posted 11/23/2010 by Trisha Fox
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Very exciting toy!! We have a 4, 7, 10, and 2 yr old who all love this toy!!
Perplexus
Posted 11/19/2010 by Lori Strohl
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This puzzle is fun, challenging and kept my son engaged for a very long period of time the first time he tried it.
Fun Break
Posted 11/15/2010
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A fun challenge for the entire family! We race the clock for more of a challenge.
Review for Perplexus
Posted 11/14/2010
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Great toy and holds attention - good to keep child busy and using their skills
Looks interesting!
Posted 11/7/2010 by Lara Sheppa
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I got this as a Christmas gift for my daughter and nephew, so we will see what they think. I like that it is a unique gift that th whole family can have fun with. Only downside was the way it is packaged: the box was bent up during the shipping process.
Addictive Frustrating and Fun
Posted 2/26/2010 by Jeffrey Rose
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This puzzle is very challenging. Once you pick it up it is hard to put down. You want to get farther than before. How many other puzzles make you think in 3D? Very enjoyable and attracts attention.
Posted 2/17/2010 by RAM
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This toy is the most fun you can have without batteries! My last order was for two. I keep buying them because people keep "borrowing" them... it never fails. At least one in every crowd will go for it in a big way and everyone can have fun trying.
Review of Perplexus
Posted 2/11/2010 by KARI WHITE
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Wonderful....My grandkids love it. Very entertaining and load of fun for the entire family
Solid fun with a few misses
Posted 1/30/2010 by Kevin Matson
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The picture almost says it all. Great toy and even better than the simple 2D marble maze puzzles. I have almost completed 2 out of the 3 tracks in the maze and the game play is quite good. My only complaint is that there are a couple of spots that are difficult just for the sake of being difficult and not difficult because they are novel.
All in all a great game, especially for those who are good with spacial problems.
Great office toy!
Posted 1/26/2010
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This is a shockingly fun item for one's desk. Highly recommend for nerd-play.
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Posted 1/26/2010 by James W Norris
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My daughter and friends loved this, it drove them all crazy (they are all over 21) and it's a good thing that it is made from tough plastic as it was thrown in frustration several times.
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Posted 1/25/2010 by Eric R Borman
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Great and very fun toy.
Some of the moving features inside seem to stick. Otherwise it would get a 5.
Perplexus is a fun way to spend time
Posted 1/20/2010
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Perplexus has been a great puzzle. I have spent time playing with it, and took the toy when visiting family over the holidays. Everyone had to get their hands on it. Two nephews, ages 5 and 12, were kept busy trying to get the ball along its path. Even when the ball would fall off, I didn't see frustration but rather determination. My brother-in-law stayed focused on Perplexus until he was finally able to accomplish all three paths. And, we've found that success does not mean that Perplexus gets put up - rather, it is still fun to make your way down the paths again.
Perplexus is Perfect Fun
Posted 1/4/2010 by Gaddy
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Very pleased with the perplexus. Everyone enjoys the challenge from Dad and Mom down to our 8 yr old. You can't help but increase your dexterity from the mental aspect to the physical. It can be frustrating, but you simply can't put it down due to the fun of the constant challenge.
PERPLEXUS
Posted 1/3/2010 by OPEN HAND HOLDINGS, L.L.C.
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The Perplexus is a fun three dimensional maze that the whole family can enjoy. Some what challenging but not too difficult.
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Posted 1/2/2010 by Susan
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Great toy! Highly stimulating and engaging!
Christmas Fun!
Posted 1/2/2010 by Sheri Flood
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Perplexus was sold out in all the stores in our area. I had seen it on line and wanted to get it for my 10 year old son. I found your website and there it was, in stock, arrived on time and was a HUGE hit for all of us. It is challenging and fun. I love your website and will return for gift ideas in the future!
My rating of Perplexus
Posted 1/1/2010 by Cindy Bishop
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Perplexus is a fun toy that really appeals to both my 12 year old daughter and my 47 year old husband. I wanted something other than video games for my daughter, so I stocked up on mind games (i.e., Mastermind, Chess, etc). This was a good purchase. It is a bit difficult for my 6 year old to manipulate; however, it is an engaging toy and I'm sure that eventually she will be able to figure it out. Fun toy, all around.
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Posted 12/30/2009 by kim walkingshaw
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Exceptionally fun toy! Everyone at the house on Christmas morning was clamoring to have a turn and once each person got it, they wouldn't want to give it up to the next player. The only recommendation that I would have with the toy is that the numbers should be stamped in color. It is VERY difficult to see the numbers for following the path, although, you can sort of see where the next path is coming anyway. It would just be a little easier if the numbers were more visible. Otherwise, VERY FUN!
Review of Perplexus
Posted 12/29/2009 by Joseph Ryan Humphries
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I picked up the Perplexus after reading the article about the inventor of this gadget in Make magazine. After over a week of nearly constant play, I have come to the realization that this is probably the coolest thing I have bought in the last decade. I brought it to work with me, and sparked an almost instant love for it in four grown men. By its very nature the ball seems easy, and it is... at first. I still have not beaten it, though I must admit that currently I almost only play it while on breaks at work. I have also taken the time to look over your website and I am fascinated by several other products you carry and may be buying other things as time goes on. Five stars, and two thumbs up!
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Posted 12/29/2009
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I bought this gift for our 11 year old. He loves it! It is engaging and fun. Great product. Glad to get him away from his electronic DS and ipod.
Perplezus
Posted 12/29/2009 by Tina Drewyor
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Fun and perplexing!
Great Puzzle/Toy/Game Whatever It Is!
Posted 12/28/2009
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This is a great toy/puzzle/game or whatever it is. We have them at work and we play with them all the time. We are to the point where we time each other and keep records. This is so cool, I had to bring one home!
Product review of Perplexus
Posted 12/28/2009 by Sally Reeve
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You can enjoy toy at several levels. One of our kids stuck with this for hours, trying many different options. Another of our kids was interested and had fun with it even though she did not continue to try to advance the levels. It is nice to have a toy that meets the player's desire and ability level, rather than boring some and frustrating others.
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Posted 12/28/2009 by I Yarden
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My 5 (almost 6) year old boy loves this product. He has played with it every day since he got it. It's fun for adults as well.
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Posted 12/27/2009 by Jacquelynn Goessling
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This was one of many gifts to a puzzle-loving family this Christmas and it hasn't had any rest since! My 45 year-old husband and my 9 year-old son have been giving it quite a work-out and even our four year-old son is getting the hang of it.
This is a colorful, attractive, intriguing toy that is easy enough to understand and get a start at that it will entrap nearly anyone who picks it up. Yet, it is challenging enough for the fellows that delight in announcing every additional "number" that they succeed. Two days after its appearance in the house and no one has finished it yet! This is quite an achievement.
I think that there should be more on the packaging about the inventor and his beautiful wooden perplexus sculpture, but that's just me.
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Posted 12/27/2009
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The Perplexus completely intrigued my 5 yr old grandson who is a Wii master. He loved it and could not put it down. It is very portable and continues to be fun even after you complete the 3 levels.
an awesome toy
Posted 12/27/2009 by HANNAH
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When I first saw this toy at my friends house, I was completely hooked. I got one for Christmas, and now my whole family has fun running a metal ball through the plastic track to get from one to one hundred, which is VERY HARD TO DO! I LOVE IT!!!!
I should have bought two!
Posted 12/27/2009 by MARISA SEKINGER
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I bought this for my 8 year old daughter but it's my husband and my 22 year old daughter who fight over it. Everyone who picks it up simply can not put it down. It is challenging, interesting and FUN. This will definitely be my "go-to" birthday gift through out the year...you can't go wrong with this toy!
Product review of Perplexus
Posted 12/27/2009 by Marlene Molter
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This was a hit for the five year olds and the fifty year olds. I was afraid of frustration setting in with the five year olds; but when they saw the fifty year olds and the thirty year olds not meeting with success, it was great for everyone. Really, really good purchase.
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Posted 12/26/2009 by Brad Sukut
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Fun, challenging game. 100 stations to pass and hard to do. Fun for all!
Review of Perplexus
Posted 12/12/2010 by Kenneth Borden
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Perplexus is a holiday gift that we have sent to our grandson who lives in Alaska. I am sure we will hear either from him or from his mother how well he enjoyed it.
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Posted 12/7/2011 by Holly Hartzell
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Havent given it yet. it is a Christmas present.
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Posted 11/16/2011 by Susan Brown
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This is a Christmas gift for my grandson and it may be to hard for him as he is only 5. I was wanting the beginning one but it was not available.
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Posted 9/8/2011 by Jason Beebout
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From the moment my nephew opened the package, the Perplexus was being used. First by my nephew, then his parents, and then the other family members.
LOVES it!
Posted 2/24/2011 by WENDY DUERFELDT-SCHUTTE
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This toy was introduced to my son by his therapist to assist in his focus and concentration challenges. He will play with it for up to an hour at a time trying to move the marble through all 3 mazes. Even the older kids are enjoying it and they are challenging one another to time trials!
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Posted 1/2/2011 by Margaret Grabowski
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Once my 12-year-old granddaughter opened this, it was all she played with on Christmas Eve, so I give it a big thumbs up.
My rating of Perplexus
Posted 12/27/2010 by Don Ralston
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Too difficult for children and adults
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Posted 12/5/2010 by barbara Matthiessen
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I love it! Is a gift so have not seen child's interaction yet. Well designed.
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Posted 11/28/2010 by Barbara Young
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very engaging and puzzling
Fun for all ages
Posted 11/24/2010 by Pauline Tang
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The family age 3 to 33, play it frequently. Of course the 3 don't know the concept yet, but she likes to spin and rotate and look at the bearing spinning round and round. Good practice on your concentration, and hand eye co-ordination.
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Posted 11/18/2010 by diane green
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A little difficult to get started - but very engaging.
Product review of Perplexus
Posted 11/10/2010 by frannie call
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The entire family ages 5 to 63 want an opportunity to try.
My rating of Perplexus
Posted 11/8/2010 by Michelle
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At 6 years old it is still challenging for my son. He plays with it alot and will have more fun as he masters moving the ball.
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Posted 11/1/2010 by Andrius Vitkus
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Excellent product!
Numbers printed in plastic are hard to read through the plastic.
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Posted 10/10/2010 by Debra Bloom
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This is great for all ages! We love it.
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Posted 1/13/2010 by suzanne horn
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perfect gift for a 6 or 7 year old boy! he cannot put this ball down. he has his father addicted as well.
Unique, fun but very challenging
Posted 1/4/2010
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Saw this in a specialty store here in town and decided to go ahead and buy it. Very unique, I have never encountered anything quite like it. It will try your patience....considering there are 100 barriers I have no idea how anyone could make it to the end without the ball falling off the path but my hat off to anyone that can. As some reviews I read mentioned, the numbers that label each barrier are very hard to see unless you are in the right light, however since the path the ball takes makes sense this likely is not much of an issue except for the first few tries. Definitely recommended for those that have the patience and determination, give it a try!
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Posted 12/30/2009 by Melissa Cahn
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My 9 yr. old son said to give it 4.5 stars.
It is a great toy for a range of ages.
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Posted 12/29/2009 by SHERRY D. GUILER
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I gave this game as a Christmas gift to my nephew so I will have to talk with him before I can appropriately fill this out and submit.
My rating of Perplexus
Posted 10/12/2010 by Srephanie Woodbury
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Made out of durable plastic
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Posted 11/17/2011 by Kelly Carnes
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The products that I have bought haven't been played with by my children because they are Christmas gifts from, "SANTA"
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Posted 11/7/2010 by donald fordyce
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all the items i bought were for christmas gifts so i dont know how well they will be liked by my nephews until after christmas
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Posted 10/20/2010
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This is a good maze puzzle for any age in a household.
Product review of Perplexus
Posted 12/14/2010 by Harvey Schwartz
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I don't know as I have not been there when the child plays with it.
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Posted 12/15/2011
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xmas gift not opened yet.
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Posted 11/17/2011 by Sherry Duncan
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This order is for Christmas gifts, so I am not able to give my input at this time
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Posted 4/6/2011 by Berry Cox
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Was gift that was mail out of town.
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Posted 10/14/2010 by Janet Codos
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Holiday gift, so it has not been opened or played with.
Looks like I will enjoy it too.
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Posted 12/1/2009 by Norman Adams
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This looks to be a good mental and dextarity exercise. I am sure my son will like perplexus
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Posted 10/14/2010 by Dorothy Laughran
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This is a christmas present so it hasn't even been opened yet. sorry I can't help you.
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Excellent
Posted 12/29/2009 by Polly Crabtree
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Love this maze!
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