Game of Life
$19.99
Game of Life at a Glance
| Game Type Children Economic | Play Time 60 mins | Skill/Complexity (1 - 5) Very Easy |
| Age 8+ | Publisher(s) Hasbro and others | Published 1960 |
| Categories Family / Kids Classic | Players 2 - 6 | Rules Manual Official Rules PDF |
| Our Rating 7/10 | Cost $19.99 |
About – Description
First released in 1960, the Game of Life board game was created by Reuben Klamer and Bill Markham and the first most popular US parlor game.
It’s suitable for 2-6 players with it being best played with four players and takes around an hour to complete.
Who’s it best suited for?
An educational game as well as a family game, that is full of fun. It gives children the opportunity to learn about certain aspects of life and the process from kids to retirement.
Skill – Complexity
The Game of Life board game is by no means a complex game or a game that requires skill due to the fact that children can play it. Players are simply required to spin a wheel in order to move and so, there is not a lot of knowledge required to play the game.
Set Up – Playing Rules & Instructions
Setting up the game takes no time at all, enabling players to begin playing as soon as it’s out the box. The game consists of a board, a wheel, movers, money and cards.
Once the game is set up, players spin the wheel and begin moving around the board. As they move around the board they will be presented with choices such as careers, selecting holidays and many other aspects of life, including making investments.
Versions – Editions
Game of Life the board game has had a number of re-releases throughout the years and it has been released in many different countries.
An English Vintage Collection Wooden Book Edition and an English Special Collectors edition were released in 2007 while a family game night edition was released in 2002.
Likes & Dislikes
Parents love how this is a game that puts a smile on the faces of their children as they are playing. It’s a game that brings families together while it is a game that plays instantly out of the box making it an easy game to set up.
Despite this, there are some players who find that the game doesn’t quite sell the true meaning of life to children.
Final Thoughts
The Game of Life is a game that is fast paced and full of action which children love. Its simplicity makes it the perfect choice for families. It’s one of those games that you will only play every so often but when you do, it is guaranteed to put a smile on your face.
While it may not be our first word or family game choice it still is worth adding to any game collection and it’s cheap enough at $19.99.
