Customer Reviews

Matchbox Emergency Patrol

5 star:		(3)
4 star:		(1)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

My 3 year old son loves this game! The game isn't structured in a "story" type format, so he doesn't have to really do anything but drive if that's all he's int he mood for. He loves the motorcycle, and he's very much into playing police/fireman games right now, so it's perfect. Graphics are nicely done, not knock-your-socks-off great, but nicely done. Perfect for kids because like I said, there isn't a set way that you have to play it or it shuts off. Also, he uses the keyboard to control the game, which is much easier for hands that aren't big enough to get to all the buttons on a controller.
From my side, the sound effects are a little bit too much-sirens and such, but the volume can be turned down, so that's not a huge deal. There's no killing/guns/enemies-nice and non-violent. And it keeps his attention very well- I have to drag him off the computer!

A very good purchase.

My five year old is crazy about this program. And, it's not violent, and he can operate it on his own.

This game is truely a fun game. You get to save the city as a firefighter, police man, and a paramedic. So try to rent it some where before you buy it. It's a very hard game. I recommend it for children 8 and up. But it's up to you parents. So go and play it. Have fun. You will Love. Play it or else. Go and get it NOW! Thanks.

This item is really cool. I really like it, I like this item so much I am going to name my pet lizard after it.(just kidding) It is a good game for kids because it teaches them to be the good guys. Unlike other games where it is the idea to be the bad guy and kill people. This game teaches you to conserve the peace. But at the same time you are involved in high speed chases and put out fires. This game is more like a 10.

This game suffers from many issues including: poor controls (esp for kids - the target audience), limited story line, and horrible programming (some of the audio files have audible distortion). The only redeeming quality is the ability to drive under water! I am far more pleased with the Matchbox/Caterpillar series.