Barbie Digital Makeover

by Mattel

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00002R2A9
• Media: CD-ROM
• Release Date: December 15, 1999
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #43,163 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

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It certainly is a lot of fun for kids to see their own face on the computer screen while they experiment with makeup, jewelry and best of all, hair styles. Getting their photo into place in this Barbie-themed program takes some persistence as the menu is somewhat confusing. If, however, children have a clear, scanned or digital picture, they're sure to get a charge out of trying out blunt cuts, long hair and other hairdos in several colors and styles. Testers had a tough time getting around the program but ultimately found what they were looking for. Figuring out how to get their pictures into the makeover portion was tricky but each tester succeeded eventually. The program's biggest weakness is cursor-related. After installation, the mouse and cursor became unresponsive on four out of six test computers- failing to work even on the Barbie computer! Only systems with at least 400 MHz as well as 3D Accelerator cards ran the CD successfully.
Teaches: creativity
Age Range: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 Copyright © 2000 Children's Software Revue

Amazon.com Product Description

Barbie Digital Makeover lets you create new looks for yourself or Barbie and her friends. Input your own digital image into the computer, and choose from hundreds of hair and makeup styles to create endless new looks. Or make over Barbie, Christie, Kira, and Teresa, for more fun. Use Barbie's magical mixing devices to make your own original textures, colors, and personalized makeup.

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

31 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars DISAPPOINTED!, June 14, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Barbie Digital Makeover (CD-ROM)

My 12-year old expected more flexibility in makeover possibilities. Installation was easy enough, but the "graphic-only" menu was difficult to interpret. Color choices are limited to the provided pallette, facial and hair designs are similarly restricted, and digital images are awkward to import, and more complicated to size and position properly for the makeover. (Perhaps having the Barbie digital camera would streamline the process.) The instruction book is of little or no value. Interest in the product lasted about 2 hours, and the software was quickly back in the box under the printer. Another lesson learned.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Surprisingly good program, February 22, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Barbie Digital Makeover (CD-ROM)

I bought this product to do a review, and I was pleasantly surprised. The cursor problem can be quickly fixed by calling the support number, and once you reference the instruction book (which doubles as the cd cover), everything is pretty self explanatory. I do not support the previous review--the mixing screen allows you to develop ANY kind of makeup shades you want. With an hour or two of playing with it, it worked quite smoothly. However, because the buttons are pictures and there are no words on the program, be sure to reference the instructions. Have fun!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars VERY COOL, May 23, 2005

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Barbie Digital Makeover (CD-ROM)

Well when I saw it on the computer I fell in love with "Barbie Digital Makeover" I bought it right away. It is the best game ever.I play with it when friends come over. They think it's so much fun. Some people get disapointed because you get 2 chins but that's just a part of the Fun!!!You should see the makeover I give to my pets."Barbie Boutique" is one of it's main competitors but still "Barbie Boutique" CANNOT make makeovers for yourself. I think that since the mattel company improved over the last couple of years they should make a "Barbie Digital Makeover 2" It would be an entertainment to the whole family (including dads and brothers) for months. In conclusion buy this game and you and your child will be happy forever because if your childs happy your happy.