Customer Reviews

Barbie Explorer

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This was a very good computer game that I enjoyed playing with my daughter. The levels ranged from easy to hard and we both enjoyed seeing just how far we could get. The ending was a surprise and we just can't wait to see if there is a sequel to this Barbie Adventure. This game teaches hand to eye coordination and timing is very important.

I was really surprised when I read the other reviews of girls who loved this game (especially the age ranges).

I attempted to play this game with my (7 year old) daughter, however, we found it very frusterating in several parts, and could not figure out how to do some of the moves without dying over and over again. We even had it on easy mode!

I would NOT recommend this game, and my daughter feels the same way...it was too frusterating! HOpefully not all the barbie games are like this; I am just glad that we rented the game before we decided to buy it!

I played this game with my 6-yo daughter and 3-yo son. They love it and can't get enough of it. The one thing I would recommend is doing the virtual reality tutorial first and listening to the demos to help you make the avatar move. Otherwise it can be frustrating to both you and your child, as another reviewer mentioned. My kids were even finding it amusing to watch Barbie fall down the hole or get swallowed by quicksand over and over again, at first, but once they knew how to make her climb, tumble, push and pull heavy objects, swing from vines, and do monkey bars, they had more fun. I have been a cautious fan of Barbie over the years, not loving her unrealistic body type. But I do like how Barbie does these very physical tasks and has fun and adventure doing them in this game.

We got this as an early birthday present for my daughter (turning six soon) to introduce her to our ps2 system. In the beginning she had some difficulty with the controller, but soon mastered it. Some areas are more difficult for a younger child and I've had to figure out most of the puzzles for her; but she really enjoys playing it over and over (I do limit her time though!). We've both had a lot a fun playing it...I do however believe the age limit on this game should be raised... it can be difficult for a younger child to master. All in all, I would recommend to others.

I have been searching for Barbie Explorer for 3 years,we are A gameing family I played it years ago and since have been trying to find it for my 9 year old daughter. Not only did i find it on Amazon but it was A great price as well!I was A bit leary of the quality because it was used, but it was every thing they said it was no scratches,still in case with the booklet.If you are leary dont be you can trust Amazon I will shop there again, Thank You, Laura Przybysz

It's got different levels of play, new territories that can be unlocked with the completion of each land. Real interesting, especially for girls who might find the common Crash that comes with playstation a bit too boyish. Lots of fun that can be saved on memory. I wouldn't recommend it for the real young as some of it can be really challenging but for the 6+ group that has a little bit of experience with video games, this will be a fun addition to the games.

My 4 1/2 yr. old daughter is a HUGE fan of Lara Croft after watching her father master the entire Tomb Raider series. Barbie Explorer gave her the opportunity to do all the same things without the violence. She absolutely loves it and can play with out any assistance. It is also not your typical Barbie "girly" stuff. I highly recommend this game!