Holiday Gift Guide: Swinxs Game Console Review & (Giveaway Closed)
Monday, November 09, 2009
This system really takes gaming to the next level with tons of interactive games that allow children to do what they love doing. My son loves the jukebox on here and there is another one that is like musical chairs. Once the music stops, you have to be the first one to scan your bracelet on the Swinxs. Both of these have proven to be a big hit at our house along with the obstacle course race. Let me not forget to add that this is n't just for little kids. My daughters that are ages 17 and 14 absolutely love playing this as well, so it really does bring the family together. My fourteen year old is actually going to be taking the Swinxs to her next teen meeting. She was telling everyone about it last week and they can't wait to give it a try.
The Swinxs offers outdoor and indoor gaming fun so if it is rainy and the kids are inside all complaining they are bored, then the Swinxs is a perfect solution. However should it be a beautiful fall day and everyone is heading out to enjoy the day, just take the Swinxs along. It is very lightweight, no messy cords to deal and with all the games loaded on the system it really makes for easy travel.
Curious about batteries? I know this time of year there are times I want to cringe about how many toys take batteries and how fast those batteries seem to die. Especially with a new toy, they really put it to the test. Sure, there are rechargable batteries but there is also the initial cost of purchasing them. The Swinxs there is no need to purchase batteries. It is rechargable and can be plugged into the computer or into the outlet. This is great in my book, plus they can play it while it charges.
The Swinxs gaming system can be purchased for $150. It comes with a USB cable, 4 wrist bands and 10 pre-loaded games. Should you need more wristbands you can purchase them online to allow you to get up to 10 players. These are perfect for birthday parties or any get together. With the games however, you can download them for free. We have downloaded several different games so far and it is so easy to do!
The Swinxs has received many awards such as National Parenting Publications Award, 2009 Creative Game of the Year Award, and the 2009 National Parenting Seal of Approval.
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Swinxs Gaming Console ($150 ARV)
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November 29, 2009 1:34 PM
I like the flyswatter game.One winner will be chosen ! I will be using a random number generator to select the winner. Contest ends at 11:59pm EST on November 30, 2009. If the prize is not claimed in 48 hours a new winner will be chosen.Contest open to U.S. residents only.The winner will be announced in this post(and emailed).
This is solely the opinion of As They Grow Up. Other people may have different experiences with the product.Thank you to Swinxs for providing a product to test.
November 9, 2009 9:55 AM
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November 9, 2009 6:18 PM
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I LOVE this! Very cool! The Hide Your XS (eyes) game looks fun! As do a lot of the other games. Thanks for the giveaway!
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...I like that one or a group can play this; indoor,outdoor use;it come preloaded and you can download MORE games and the main thing -- they could play this on there own!!!!thanks
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The game 'Hide Your XS' sounds like fun!
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So you think you know sports? You might watch it on television or perhaps you even practice it. But do you know in which sport they use the term hole-in-one? And which belt is not found in Judo? Only the fun and exciting Swinxs Sports Quiz can determine whether you are a real sports fan or not. So test your knowledge and response speed now in our exciting Swinxs Sports Quiz and find out who knows sports best!
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It has preloaded games AND you can upload games too. Thanks for the chance.
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