Melissa & Doug Suspend Family Game (31 pcs) - Wire Balance Game, Family Game Night, Family Activities, Games For Kids Ages 8+

Had the suspend game open for 15 minutes, and my 8 year old, unprompted, can't stop saying "epic, fun, this is the best game ever!" And all other positive words he can think of. We played a quick round with it and my 12 year old keeps exclaiming how fun it is. Right now the 8 year old is trying to see all the different combinations that can be made before the tower falls to the table and if he can use all of each colored piece, etc.I like how easy this game is. I think my 5 year old will be just as excited to play it as well. I love games that teach and can be used in many ways. This game teaches weight scales and what can tip them, in the most basic sense. When we played it as a game, I honestly didn't read the rules, but told my kids that you take tuns rolling and laying down the color. When the tower falls, you start over; so there are no winners or losers. They were fine with those rules and enjoyed just seeing where they could place the next piece. As an adult, I was highly interested too!

We have loved this game for years and will never stop. Easy to learn. It's so unique and is always a hit to play with Friends and other Family. Bought it as a gift for someone's birthday recently because I'm certain they're going to love playing it with their Family.

Why It's Fun for All Ages- Easy to Learn, Hard to Master: The concept is simple—add rods to the growing structure without causing it to tumble. Yet, the challenge grows with every turn, making it exciting for kids and adults alike.- Inclusive Gameplay: Whether you're playing with young children, teens, or adults, everyone can enjoy the thrill of steady hands and strategic placement. Even grandparents can join in on the fun!Different Ways to Play- Classic Mode: Follow the instructions and take turns adding rods to the structure. The player who causes the structure to fall loses the round!- Speed Round: Add a timer for each turn to amp up the intensity and laughter.- Team Play: Pair up players and strategize to keep the balance going. This variation is perfect for family gatherings or larger groups.- Creative Builds: Skip the competition and let everyone collaborate to build the tallest or most intricate structure possible. This mode is great for younger children or when you want a relaxed play session.- Challenge Mode: Introduce house rules like “only use your non-dominant hand” or “blindfold one player” to keep the game fresh and exciting.What Makes It Stand Out- Educational Fun: Suspend helps improve hand-eye coordination, focus, and problem-solving skills.- Durable Quality: The pieces are well-made, with a smooth finish that ensures safety for kids.- Compact and Portable: The game comes in a neat package, making it easy to store and take along for vacations or trips.

Excellent gift for my grandkids. They loved playing with it.

Great family fun.

Love this! I've bought this for my family and as a gift for a friend of my child. We have spent very good moments playing while the kids learn to have patience and think on the next movement.The pieces are made in a great quality, very easy to storage, super fast assembly, not heavy

Great for elementary-to-middle school aged children. We use it for therapy sessions.

I had played this with a kid I nannied ages ago, but got it for a kid currently in my care this Christmas. I was delighted to see him start playing with it with his Dad immediately and they were both genuinely enjoying getting the hang of the physics of it. Today we set a personal best: we let the die tell us what order to hang them in and we made it all the way to the last hook before knocking it over. So close! I have lots of games to play with kids of various ages, but this game is actually fun for an adult to play,too. There are lots of ways to adapt the game to each child's level. It's a sturdy game and the plastic tube it comes in should hold up if not abused. This is a game that can be passed down to the next generation (if your childsomehow outgrows it before I do.)