If you believe Punxsutawney Phil, we still have six more weeks of winter ahead of us. We don’t mind though – we’re having way too much fun hiding out from the cold and playing our favorite games!
THE GAME OF LIFE zAPPed
Whether they’re played around the kitchen table, on the computer, or on a smart phone – there are many ways to enjoy games! Hasbro is excited to introduce zAPPed Gaming, which combines the fun of traditional face-to-face game play with the increased functionality of digital gaming for a brand new, innovative experience. The Game of Life zAPPed, released Friday, brings the family-favorite game to life with the integration of an iPad. Simply cue up The Game Of Life zAPPed app on the iPad, place the iPad on the zAPPed game board, and watch as the technology of the app and the game pieces bring the game to life. Players can create and upgrade their own Peg Person and spin The Game of Life virtual spinner. When landing on a zAPPed space on the game board in their brightly colored car, players may unlock special features such as mini games, comical animations or a hilarious clip from “America’s Funniest Videos.”
The Game of Life zAPPed Edition is currently available on Amazon.com and ToysRUs.com for $24.99 and will be available in Toys “R” Us stores nationwide March 1. The accompanying app is available as a free download in the App Store. This month, we’re offering The Game of Life zAPPed edition for you to review. If you’re interested in receiving a review copy please respond via email to Kristen Lueck (klueck@hunterpr.com) with a link to your website and your current mailing address. Please note youmust have an iPad to experience this game and this opportunity is for review only. Our supply is limited; we’ll send you an email if you have been selected to receive a review sample.
HASBRO’S ANNUAL FUN & GAME EVENT
Looking for a way to save on your favorite Hasbro toys and games? Look no further than Hasbro.com/fun for all kinds of deals and savings during Hasbro’s Annual Fun & Game Event! You and your readers (U.S. only) can register today at Hasbro.com/fun to print more than $125 in coupons (quantities are limited) and get access to incredible daily deals, which even include free shipping! The fun doesn’t end with the savings – kids ages 6 through 13 can be signed up by a parent or guardian to get in on the action by playing games on the website for a chance to win hourly prizes! Make sure to check out all the fun and savings while you can because the deals end on February 29th!
NATIONAL SCHOOL SCRABBLE CHAMPIONSHIP
Calling all Scrabble Fans! It’s that time of year again and registration for the National School Scrabble Championship began earlier this week. If your son or daughter is a true wordsmith that always racks up high scores when you play Scrabble on Family Game Night, the National School Scrabble Championship is the perfect opportunity for them to show off their word-savvy skills. The National School Scrabble Championship will be held April 13-14 in Orlando, Florida. For more information visit Scrabble-assoc.com.
What an unusual twist on the game.