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4 Star reviews of Perplexus by Perplexus by PatchReturn to Perplexus product information...
Perplexus has been reviewed 446 times with an average rating of 4.69
Perplexus maze Posted 12/6/2010 by Kelly Thompson
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.
Product review of Perplexus Posted 2/25/2010 by laurie stapleton
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.
Perplex - ination ! Posted 5/12/2011 by Esther weiss - GRANDPARENT
Something that the grown ups want to play with as well as the children ! Fun for the family
My rating of Perplexus Posted 2/15/2010 by Leslie Anderson Freck
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.
CJ Posted 5/3/2011
All of our kids , ages 9-28, enjoy it! The center purple cup isn't as mobile as our friends Perplexus, and sometimes sticks.
Review of Perplexus Posted 12/18/2011 by Jamie Beatty - GRANDPARENT
it was shipped to Japan for a Christmas gift. No reports of it's play value yet.
Great game Posted 1/26/2010 by M Piper
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!
Reminds me the forgotten Pocketeer Maze!. Posted 3/22/2010 by nicolas marchiolo
Great toy even For Grown Ups! Can´t wait for more complex editions!!!!!. I love It!!!!!!.
Plasmart Perplexus Maze Game Posted 2/19/2010 by Lambreca
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.
Product review of Perplexus Posted 1/9/2012 by Lynn Johnson
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.
Information about Perplexus Posted 12/21/2011
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
Perplexus Posted 12/20/2011
Child immediately interested & kept going back to it
Product review of Perplexus Posted 12/20/2011 by Linda LaParr
Again, keeps mind engaged and isn't using a computer!
Review of Perplexus Posted 12/19/2011 by andrea hannu
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.
Review for Perplexus Posted 7/17/2011 by Yi Zhang
It is a great toy to train kids' patience, coordination, logical thinking.
Information about Perplexus Posted 1/31/2010 by Timothy N Hilburn
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!
A rating of Perplexus Posted 1/25/2010 by Frank Warren
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
Review for Perplexus Posted 4/26/2011 by Scott O
Both 9 yr old and 7 yr old enjoy it.
Interesting Posted 7/17/2012 by Kelli Robertson
It is an interesting toy. Once you pick it up, it is difficult to put down.
Review of Perplexus Posted 6/19/2012 by Karina Woods - FRIEND
This was gifted to a 4 year old boy. The name lends itself to the puzzle . He loved trying to get the puzzle ball through the maze. He was frustrated at times but also intrigued. Kept him busy.
My rating of Perplexus Posted 4/4/2012 by Barbara A McElrone
I gave this to my grandson for his 5th birthday. He was very interested in it, but it was very challenging for his age. His father and uncle, however, loved it.
Information about Perplexus Posted 1/1/2012 by Rita Quick - GRANDPARENT
This toy was challenging enough to make him want to keep trying without frustrating him.
Perplexus Posted 12/28/2011 by Grigriese
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.
Perplexus Posted 12/28/2011 by Martin Dixon - FRIEND
Everyone at our Chritmas party was impressed. The 13 year olds spent a lot of time working through the maze.
Perplexus well received Posted 12/28/2011 by Uncle who brings toys
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 of Perplexus Posted 12/6/2011 by David Beasley - GRANDPARENT
stimulating but simple.
Over-shot the age Posted 11/29/2011 by Holly Gibson
I bought this off the recommendation of boys 14 - I thought, could have been 13. Whatever the case - its for the younger crowd.
Very cool. Posted 10/26/2011 by Cherry Lynn Pasaoa - OTHER
Very engaging, keep playing until you get it right.
Perplexus Posted 2/22/2011 by Barbara K. - GRANDPARENT
At first I thought It might be difficult for the boys but they and their moms and dads enjoy it.
Information about Perplexus Posted 2/12/2011 by Amanda
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!
dude, i can play this game for hours! Posted 2/1/2011 by Britton danton
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!!
Perplexes review Posted 1/4/2011 by Sheila Weber
Great toy that everyone in the family has played with.
Addictive for adults Posted 12/28/2010 by Diana
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!
Product review of Perplexus Posted 12/27/2010 by Carolyn Field - RELATIVE
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.
Love the toy!! Posted 12/16/2010 - RELATIVE
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 1/25/2010 by Eric R Borman
Great and very fun toy. Some of the moving features inside seem to stick. Otherwise it would get a 5.
Review for Perplexus Posted 1/1/2010 by Cindy Bishop
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.
Product review of Perplexus Posted 11/16/2011 by Susan Brown
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.
My rating of Perplexus Posted 11/18/2010 by diane green - GRANDPARENT
A little difficult to get started - but very engaging.
Product review of Perplexus Posted 10/10/2010 by Debra Bloom - GRANDPARENT
This is great for all ages! We love it.
addicted Posted 1/13/2010 by suzanne horn
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
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!
perplexus Posted 12/30/2009 by Melissa Cahn
My 9 yr. old son said to give it 4.5 stars. It is a great toy for a range of ages.
Review for Perplexus Posted 12/14/2010 by Harvey Schwartz - FRIEND
I don't know as I have not been there when the child plays with it.
Perplexus Posted 12/6/2012 by Melissa Chudzik
Really enjoy it for kids that like to be challenged. :)
Perplexus Posted 2/13/2013 - CO-WORKER
It's hard but addicting! It was bigger than I imagined, but that makes sense with how much is going on inside. It came with a nice stand too.
Mostly Good Posted 1/13/2013 by Stephen Kuch - RELATIVE
I bought this for myself. The quality of it seems a bit lower than ones I've played with before; the plastic seems cheaper, the obsticals seem a bit more fragile and touchy. It's hard to explain. Alos, there is one spot (obstical 26) where it goes under a bit of a green ledge, and it often gets stuck there, holding even to a point of fully turning the unit 90 degrees to the side or upside down. After multiple efforts, we have gotten it out, and the stuckness seems to have lessened, but is still there. Again, cheaper quality it seems. Everything else is great. Nice little stand for it is useful and a good additive, the game itself is terrific - not too easy, but not too hard! Great conversational piece and very attention-catching for guests. It is a 1-person-at-a-time game, so that's a slight drawback, but everyone will be wanting to take their shot at this fun, colorful challenge. This was an excellent buy, worth every dollar, and will probably buy more for friends.
Review of Perplexus Posted 12/17/2012 by Helen Romano
I bought Perplexus for my son, who has Autism. The toy is engaging and fun. He even rolls it on the floor for the cat to chase! I'm thouroughly pleased with this product.
A rating of Perplexus Posted 10/31/2012 by Greg Lawson
challenging seems to hold up well with rough play. Gets frustrated sometimes if can;t get pass a certainn point. Fun for anyone in the family no matter what the age.
fun toy Posted 9/19/2012 - GRANDPARENT
Our six year old grandson was excited to receive this gift for his birthday. He was immediately entralled and couldn't wait to get it out of the box. We bought the Perplexus Epic for his older brother, and they enjoyed working side by side to see who could get their ball furthest along the track. As grandparents, we felt very good about this choice for a toy.
Can I play with it now? Posted 9/11/2012 by Laurie McCabe
Interesting, challenging, and fun
great toy Posted 11/25/2012 by Luann Waddell - GRANDPARENT
This was for my 6 yr old grandson. He's at the age that visual interaction is key right now. I think this toy engages him which is teaching him persistence and resolve.
A rating of Perplexus Posted 11/5/2012 by kim m
it is actually for Christmas so he has not played with it yet,.however I anticipate that he will enjoy it.
Product review of Perplexus Posted 10/17/2012 by Bruce Smith - GRANDPARENT
Luke isx just old enough to learn to play with the Perplexus and i am having a wonderful time playing with him.
a great toy!!! Posted 9/22/2012 by jenny jensen
I really liked it! I got it as a birthday present and I just really love it!
Information about Perplexus Posted 1/3/2013 by Angela Wakeland
A fun maze but quite difficult, my 7 yr old gets frustrated he can't finish it & gives up. It is well constructed and challenges my husband & I as well.
This is very cool! Posted 1/2/2013 by kelly estes
This is a cool puzzle. My 6 year old loves it! We also got one for my 7 year old nephew and it's a hit with him as well. Challeging but not unachieveable. Great idea.
WOW! Posted 12/28/2012 by JW - RELATIVE
This was a gift for my nephews and have enjoyed the challenge of trying to beat the maze! With them both being extremely competitive, this was a hit!
Product review of Perplexus Posted 12/27/2012 by Ginny Petell - GRANDPARENT
Really quite a mind bender. Have been trying to get past 33. There are 100 levels!!! Very much fun!!
My rating of Perplexus Posted 12/27/2012 by Anne Williams
I have 5 kids. I knew one of them would like it. I figured they'd all come to it sooner or later as one began to play the other ones would pick it up and that is what is happening. It doesn't need to be recharged or plugged in or downloaded... it is portable to the max. It's a fun not complicated toy that challenges just enough to keep interest and teaches a skill of movement, hand eye coordination. It is sturdy and built well so it won't break easily (love that!) It doesn't have small parts to lose (everything is enclosed in the ball).... it teaches, it's fun and it's easy enough that each of my little ones can play with it and it's complex enough that my older kids love it too.
Focused frustration Posted 12/27/2012 by Kevin Kiefaber - EDUCATOR
This is a great hands on toy that many folks with many different types of skills can get very hooked on. This was the most popular toy at our house this Christmas. I'm a school counselor and I'm hoping my kids at school who struggle to focus in class will be able to focus on this. Based on my family's response, I'm very optimistic. It can be very frustrating if you keep making the same mistake over and over again, but it also has the option to start over at three different points in what is essentially a 3D labyrinth. A fascinating toy!
Review for Perplexus Posted 12/19/2012 by Kelli Knoebel
Christmas gifts! They were a hit!
Looks Like fun
Posted 12/18/2012 by Kris
I'm going to give this to my teenage nephew as a Christmas gift. It looks like fun and something that everyone will play with as we sit around opening presents.
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