LeapFrog Leapster 2 Special Edition Star Wars Gift Pack

by LeapFrog

Product Features

• Learn like a Jedi with this Gift Pack that includes a Special Edition Star Wars handheld and Star Wars: Jedi Math learning game
• Learn on the go or connect online with Leapster2
• Children can feel the Force as they play on their cool, black Special Edition Star Wars handheld and help restore order to the galaxy
• In the included Star Wars: Jedi Math learning game
• Leapster2 players can connect online for extra activities and rewards
• Children rescue imprisoned members of the Republic while learning about addition, subtraction and telling time
• Parents can connect to the online LeapFrog Learning Path to see what their child is learning
• The only preschool gaming system that offers personalized insight into your child's learning progress

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2.5 x 18 x 10.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0015T26I4
• Item model number: 36003
• Manufacturer recommended age: 4 - 8 years
• Batteries: 4 AA batteries required.
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #77,495 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Learn like a Jedi with this Gift Pack that includes a Special Edition Star Wars handheld and Star Wars: Jedi Math learning game. Leapster2 is the only preschool learning game system that lets parents see their children’s learning progress. Children explor

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great educational game system for young kids, January 20, 2009

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TienB (Madison, WI) - See all my reviews

= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: LeapFrog Leapster 2 Special Edition Star Wars Gift Pack (Toy)

We purchased the black Star Wars bundle Leapster 2 from Target. The software loaded perfectly, the SD card worked even though I installed a 512mb instead of the recommended 256 or less, the games downloaded from Leapfrog's website easily.

I wonder how many of the issues others have had with the software are due to the increased Christmas holiday traffic on Leapfrog's Website? Not sure, but our Leapster 2 works perfectly. Either Leapfrog is working out and correcting the software bugs, or we got lucky with a good device. Either way, we are very pleased with the Leapster 2.

The games that you download are very simple and best suited for pre-k age kids (number recognition, shoot the number 8, etc...) The graphics are basic, not the super detailed graphics of other hand held gaming systems. However,totally acceptable for the younger child. The Leapster 2 is a nice balance between gaming and educational content for a young child. I think it definitely fits the advertised age range, 4-8, beyond that kids are looking for something 'cooler.'

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great learning tool!!, June 25, 2009

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A. Donovan - See all my reviews
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= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: LeapFrog Leapster 2 Special Edition Star Wars Gift Pack (Toy)

This is a great learning tool for pre-schoolers and older. Games are designed with fun and education in mind. My son and I are happy with this product.

7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars More disappointed than expected, February 1, 2010

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MOM of 3 (USA) - See all my reviews

= Durability:1.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: LeapFrog Leapster 2 Special Edition Star Wars Gift Pack (Toy)

The funny thing is, I bought this for my 4 year old for Christmas knowing that it was not going to last more than 6 months. I knew this not because of all the reviews that say this, but I was the proud owner of 2 other Leapsters which I bought for my now 7 year old twins when they were 4. Each of their Leapsters worked for approximately 6-9 months. They ate up batteries and would turn off randomly, but the kids still liked them and they seemed to be learning things from the games. I thought since I have all these games and I don't think a 4 year old needs DS, let's go for the Leapster again. After all, time has passed and it is called Leapster 2, so they had to have improved on it-right?! WRONG!!!!! This one didn't even get us into January. I bought the rechargeable battery pack to avoid the eating of batteries problem. The problem has been, it doesn't work with cartridges and only sometimes works to play the silly little coloring dragon games already installed on the machine. It restarts randomly and seems to only play a cartridge game when you cross your fingers, say the magic words, and blow on it (that always works with electronics, right?!). I cannot express how disappointed I am! My 4 year old has been so good about not getting the DS like his big brother and sister and was happy to have his Leapster, but IT JUST DOESN'T WORK. I am an educator and have always been a BIG FAN of the Leap Frog company. I keep coming back only to be disappointed. I bought all the leap pads as well and they never worked well either. I think Leap Frog has some great ideas and I love how they are educational and fun, but it's not all that fun or educational if it doesn't work!