Pressman Mastermind for Kids - Codebreaking Game With Three Levels of Play Multicolor, 5"

Brand:Pressman

3.8/5

47.32

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Kids test their code-cracking prowess with Mastermind for Kids, the challenging game of logic and deduction. The game comes with three levels of play, so kids can learn and grow with the game. With more than 55 million units sold, Mastermind is a great strategy game . . . and one of the world’s most popular games ever! It’s easy to learn and fast to play, and it’s different every time. The Codemaker sets a secret code, then the Codebreaker tries to match the code using logic, deduction, and maybe even a little bit of luck. After each move, the Codemaker gives clues to the Codebreaker. With lots of possible code combinations. For 2 players, ages 6 and up; the winner will be a true mastermind. Includes game console with built-in storage tray and code peg shield, 72 jungle animal pegs in 6 colors, 30 scoring pegs in two colors, and complete instructions. AMAZON.COM Younger kids can develop their powers of logic and deduction in this game of code-cracking fun. This version is simplified for younger children and comes with colorful animal pegs, a jungle-and-mountain-theme board, and fewer code options. The point is the same: one player duplicates the other's code in as few turns as possible. The code maker sets a code of 3 colored animals (choosing from 72 in six colors), and conceals it beneath a "rocky mountain" tray at his or her side of the board. In each of nine rows (of large holes), the code breaker attempts to replicate the pattern. After each row (or turn), the code maker places red or white creature pieces in the adjacent row of small holes, which gives the code breaker clues on how he or she doing. Complete instructions include rules for younger players (based on colors only), older players (color and position), and expert players (a blank-space option adds complexity). This challenging and fun game is for two players. --Ava Natov FROM THE MANUFACTURER Kids test their code-cracking prowess with Mastermind for Kids, the challenging game of logic and deduction. The game comes with three levels of play, so kids can learn and grow with the game. With more than 55 million units sold, Mastermind is a great strategy game . . . and one of the world’s most popular games ever. It’s easy to learn and fast to play, and it’s different every time. The Codemaker sets a secret code, then the Codebreaker tries to match the code using logic, deduction, and maybe even a little bit of luck. After each move, the Codemaker gives clues to the Codebreaker. With lots of possible code combinations, every game is guaranteed to be a brainteaser. All of this mind game's components can be stored in the game board. For 2 players ages 6 and up; the winner will be a true master mind. Includes game console with built-in storage tray and code peg shield, 72 jungle animal pegs in 6 colors, 30 scoring pegs in two colors, and complete instructions. See more

EAN: 021853030204

Categories Toys & Games, Games & Accessories, Board Games,

For 2 players, ages 6 and up. Uses STEM and STEAM principles like deductive reasoning and logic. Jungle animal pieces add a fun element kids love. Players take turns setting secret codes and solving the codes. 3 levels of play make this the easiest Mastermind to learn.
Age Range (Description) Kid
Brand Pressman
Country of Origin USA
Customer Reviews 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 749 ratings 4.7 out of 5 stars
Department Unisex-adult unisex-child mens womens
Domestic Shipping Item can be shipped within U.S.
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Is Discontinued By Manufacturer No
Item model number 3020-06
Item Weight 11.2 ounces
Manufacturer Pressman
Manufacturer recommended age 6 years and up
Material Plastic
Number of Players 2
Product Dimensions 12.25 x 2 x 6.25 inches
Release date January 1, 2011
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Scritto da: Stephanie Thompson
Fun game
Loved this game as a kid and love playing it with my daughter now
Scritto da: Nicholas C. Perret
Awesome game for my son!
This is a great game to practice deduction and problem solving for young kids.
Scritto da: Jadecat
Concept good, design bad
Okay, who designs and tests these games?? I don't get it. I also loved Mastermind as a child and bought this one for my 6 year old, figuring it would be easier to learn and play than the 4 peg version. Also it looks really neat in a picture. We opened it up yesterday and she loves it, but it is driving me crazy already. Granted, it is cute, all the pieces are bright colors and of animals, but they are small and they have shallow holes to fit into on the board, so they fall over a lot. A lot! Especially when you have a kid that can't refrain from squirming around for more than 20 seconds. Then, after one falls over, when you try to put it back in its spot, your big fingers knock over their neighbors. Any bump to the board and they all go toppling. Same thing with the red and white pegs. I feel like I am a giant trying to play a little kiddie game. Plus, I really expected it to be harder, more challenging. It took a few rounds for my daughter to get the hang of it, but now the 'secret codes' seem pretty easy to break. There are two different ways they say you can play, and we skipped right over the easy one because it was way too easy. Another minor pet peeve is the little 'cave-like' space you put the hidden color code in. You have to lift that part on and off the board each time you play a game, and in doing so you spill the red and white pegs out of their holder. My daughter always has me lift it off for her as she can't do it gently. AND (I know I am picky, but why don't the designers see these things?) the 'cave-like' space for the secret code gets dark because it is covered, so it is hard to differentiate between colors when you put the pegs in there, the pink, purple and red start to look the same in the cave. So, if I could go back and do it again, I would just go for the regular Mastermind. In all, my daughter thinks it is great and I like the way it makes her think (flawed logic and all), I just wish it wasn't so clumsy to play though. My rating is high as it is fun (for her), educational and durable because the plastic will last a long time. I just think someone should have seen how unstable the pieces are on the board, and just made it a little more user friendly.
Scritto da: E. Algernon
Fun alternative to Master Mind
This is a fun alternative to the traditional version of the classic game. There are only three colors to guess -- but the colors are in these fun little animals. It's cute and for those who love Mastermind, it's kind of fun to play a variation on the game.
Scritto da: Say Eggs
Deductive reasoning
Great practice for young children to develop deductive reasoning
Scritto da: Bagl8y
Great for teaching critical thinking
The grandkids enjoyed this game very much. It didn’t take long for them to get the concept. Being a speech therapist, I have also used this game (as it is pretty quick) as a reward for my students.
Scritto da: J
Fun & helps kids with critical thinking
I grew up playing Mastermind at family game night. My daughter played Mastermind Jr. when she will little. Bought one for my grandson. He loves it. It’s a family tradition now. :-)
Scritto da: Patrick
Kids had fun despite cheap design
My kids, 8 and 11, got into this as soon as the box cracked open and played for hours, and started again over breakfast. The materials design, however is poor. The "code" pegs cannot be set without taking the board apart and asking the other player not to look. This usually results in spilled pegs all over the table, as the code cover doubles as an extra peg receptacle bowl. Similarly, the peg insets on the game board are not nearly deep enough, so the pegs do not settle into the enough to remain in place if the table/board gets jiggled even a little bit. On the same theme, my kids noticed that the animals on the box were different than the animals used for actual game pieces, and that the colors did not correspond either. Not that it matters in game play, but it does demonstrate the overall "cheapness" of design for this actually very engaging and educational game.
Scritto da: Lorena Vash
Creativo y excelente calidad
Es un excelente juego de mesa para jugar con tus hijos. Diseño muy creativo y buena calidad. Fue un regalo para niña de 6 años. Lo único que no me gustó es que el juego termina demasiado pronto y por tener sólo 3 combinaciones de colores No es necesario usar las 7 oportunidades, siempre se termina en el tercer o cuarto intento. Es para niños de 5 años o menos.
Scritto da: Andrea
Great for kids around 7
My 7 year old loves this. It’s great for him to ponder and work it out. Highly recommend
Scritto da: KC
Very easy game for under 7 yrs old
Simple game for the young and not requiring any ability to read. We solve it most times by 3rd step so can be boring for older kids.
Scritto da: CmT
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