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Simon Electronic Memory Game
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Size | 1 Count |
Color | Multi-colored |
Brand | Simon |
Theme | Action |
Number of Players | 4 |
About this item
- Simon Electronic Memory Game
- Imported
- The classic 80's game of quick action, memory and recall is back and has a sleek new look and improved performance; it's surprisingly addictive.
- Can you remember the flashing light sequences and repeat them correctly? as you get better the level of difficulty increases.
- The new updated design with new LCD counter keeps track of the score; has single and multi-player modes.
- Features the immensely popular original 3 games from the original Simon.
- 3 AA batteries included, for players 7+.
- Hold the game or play on the tabletop
- Hypnotic lights and sounds
- Tap and swipe, Quick start
- Fast-paced play, Ages 8 and up
- For 1 or more players
- Requires 3 1.5V AA
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 9 x 2 x 9 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.28 ounces |
ASIN | B00E9YWJOS |
Item model number | 1897 |
Manufacturer recommended age | 7 - 15 years |
Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. (included) |
Best Sellers Rank | #61,478 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games) #150 in Kids' Handheld Games |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Manufacturer | Schylling |
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From Schylling toys the world leader in traditional toys and classic fun comes a updated version of the classic Simon game. Can you remember the color and lights sequences and repeat them? test your memory and skills and challenge your friends. Simple, yet complicated, just repeat the ever increasing sequence of colors and lights. It's surprisingly addictive. Can you beat your last score?
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Customer Review: Love this game, but this toy doesn't work well.
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Customers like the value, memory and coordination of the toy. For example, they mention it's well worth the inexpensive asking price, good for increasing attention span and concentration, and provides mental exercise. That said, some complain about the buttons, saying they don't actually press in. Opinions are mixed on quality and performance.
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Customers find the game fun, with simple animations and 3 different game modes. They also say it's an absolute blast to play and a wonderful family game. Customers also say the game is addictive and perfect for 7 to 10 year old kids. They say it’s a great version of the game with simple graphics and new features.
"Fun to play, had one when I was a child." Read more
"...Feel cheaper, but still plays like the original and gives the same level of fun/frustration/challenge." Read more
"...This game has improved her conditions. For action packed excitement, brain building and great fun, Simon is worth many times its modest cost. Buy it !" Read more
"...It's still fun! At least I hope they will, especially the younger ones.My, how quickly things have changed...and keep changing!" Read more
Customers say the game helps with memory skills, eye-hand coordination, focus, sequencing, and processing speed. They say it's great as a learning game for memory, and challenges their memory. Customers also mention that it brings back great memories.
"...Not only does Simon exercise and improve memory, motor, and sequencing skills, but it is a brain builder as well...." Read more
"...I work with kids and they love it. It helps with memory, focus, sequencing and processing speed. Highly recommend!" Read more
"...I like the memory challenge it gives them. It is a break from the video game mentality and it really keeps their interest...." Read more
"...I'm hoping it will be a hit. I think it will really enhance her memory challenges, which she's good at any way...." Read more
Customers find the coordination of the game wonderful, keeping the mind working and sharp. They say it provides mental exercise and develops memory skills and coordination. Customers also say it's a great brain trainer that's also a lot of fun. They also say the game enhances and strengthens perception and critical thinking skills. Customers say it helps with concentration and is fun to play.
"...This exciting toy also enhances and strengthens perception and critical thinking skills that are necessary for academic, career, and social success...." Read more
"...This model is old school and fun to use and encourages kids to want to do better. Great game. Can't mess with perfection." Read more
"...It's great for taking your mind off your troubles because you have to concentrate so hard on remembering the patterns...." Read more
"...We have contests all the time, and it's great for her hand/eye coordination. Quality seems to be real solid...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the toy. They say it's well worth the inexpensive asking price, reasonable, and a great throwback.
"...Feel cheaper, but still plays like the original and gives the same level of fun/frustration/challenge." Read more
"...packed excitement, brain building and great fun, Simon is worth many times its modest cost. Buy it !" Read more
"...My 6 year old has no problem picking the game he wants. Also excellent price (under $20)...." Read more
"...Still worth the purchase, but come on...for this price can you bring back the old Simon please? Simon swipe is not even worth mentioning." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the toy. Some mention that it is still in good shape, durable, and works as expected. However, others say that it does not live up to the original and is poorly made.
"...It just seems cheaply made. However, I'm sure all these savvy computer and smart phone owning children will still get a kick out of the game itself...." Read more
"...It is brighter, more durable, and lighter than its two predecessors. The game even has new sounds ( victory dance and cheers )...." Read more
"Fun game but not the greatest quality!!" Read more
"I like it... but... it's not the same quality as what I remember from the 80s. This is the modern type light weight plastic...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the game. Some mention that it works well, while others say that it didn't work at first and is largely useless. Some say that the game malfunctioned and that one of the lights didn''t light up.
"...I tried the game several times and EVERY TIME I played it the game malfunctioned...." Read more
"...So far, so good. Plays just like the original. Some people say they don't like the new touch version. I get that...." Read more
"Total piece of crap. Worth maybe $5 tops due to the crap parts it's made of...." Read more
"...It works, it works well, but it can be glitchy sometimes on the buttons...." Read more
Customers have negative opinions about the buttons on the product. They say that the buttons don't press in, the digital buttons can be a little tricky, and the large buttons do not always react to a push. The touch sensitivity is somewhere between iPhone and terrible, and it's hard to press the buttons. The button detection is iffy at best, and you can't push the buttons as fast.
"...Okay, touch buttons aside, One real limitation is there is no volume control. The sound is great, clear and loud. A little too loud...." Read more
"...It just doesn't feel right in your hands. Also, it now has new 'Touch Technology'...." Read more
"...The only reason I could not give it five stars is the large buttons do not always react to a push and sometime hangs...." Read more
"...He loves it. But I'm giving it 4 stars because the pads are not buttons, they're more of a touch screen type thing...." Read more
Customers find the game complex and frustrating at times. They also say the buttons lag, making things somewhat difficult at times, and unplayable without frustration. Some customers also say that the game is too difficult for their child.
"...game and NO...this is the game to buy not the new one that is difficult to use no where like this game, don't be fooled, save your money...." Read more
"...In this one, it stays the same and can be quite tedious. Also, the digital buttons can be a little tricky...." Read more
"...This is incredibly frustrating for a child who is playing exactly as instructed...." Read more
"...old-fashioned, original style press buttons making this version not as fun to play for me...." Read more
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I read the review and was a little nervous about the modernization it underwent and I am pleased to say that the changes they made help bring Simon into the modern world without loosing any of that original feel i remember from my childhood.
The modern changes:
The buttons are no longer physical buttons but touch sensitive plastic.
There is no off switch, just the on button on the front. The game counts down and turns off after each game if a new game is not started.
There is an LED screen to indicate what game you are playing or what level you have reached.
I'm not certain but I think this version is slightly larger than the original (which I am totally fine with having big hands)
The down sides are minor and can be compensated for either by user adjustment or a slight modification.
First as I saw a lot of negativity in other reviews that the button are touch sensitive and no longer physical buttons. If you play the original as a kid you may remember slamming your tinny fist down on those buttons. With touch sensitive surfaces you need to make the following mental adjustments:
Pushing harder will not make it work better. It is touch sensitive not pressure sensitive. A light tap is all you need. (I have found this the hardest thing for the older generations to adjust to in emerging the touch screen world)
Just because it is touch sensitive does not mean it is evenly sensitive across the surface. You do not have to touch the exact center but if you touch the edge of a color you can expect the same "iffy" result as if you had pressed the edge of a physical button the same size. As long as I was in the center two thirds of the color my touch was always registered. The outer section sometime sees you and sometimes doesn't just like hitting the edge of a button would sometime work and sometimes not.
The last adjustment is knowing that a touch sensitive button is just that, touch sensitive. So if you touch a color with two fingers and then lift one finger and then the other it may pick that up as two touches. So my advise... don't do that.
Okay, touch buttons aside, One real limitation is there is no volume control. The sound is great, clear and loud. A little too loud. The speaker holes are on the top around the "Simon" name. My solution was to simply put two strips of black electrical tape over the holes above the "Simon" name. I lined them up next to each other and carefully cut the edges to curve with the circle. I found this muted the sound to a perfect level. Loud enough to hear but not so loud as to annoy every one else in the room.
The one final thing I would have liked to see is a fourth game option that is a free play, that would let you just play the buttons. I know it is small but I think it would have been a fun feature, particularly since my son is too small to play the game but does love the light up colors and sounds. It would be nice if he could play it on his own instead of having to sit in my lap and help me.
I'm looking forward to the day he can understand the concept and play this himself.
My, how quickly things have changed...and keep changing!
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Certainement un bon jeu de concentration. Il faut une seconde pour apprendre et vous êtes accro.
Ha sido un gran regalo, hemos jugado juntos, por separado y siempre ha sido divertido.
家族で代わる代わる遊んだのを思い出しました。
今はタッチすれば良いのに変わったんだね、昔のは強く押さないと反応しなかったよねなどと意外にも昔話にも花が咲きました。
ただ、音がとても大きかったので、スピーカー部分にセロハンテープを貼ったら丁度良い音量になりました。
- El Simon original admitía una secuencia máxima de 31 (2^5). En este no he sido capaz de hallar un límite máximo.
- En el original los botones eran físicos pero ahora son táctiles, lo que hace que, si no se tiene cuidado, se pueden cometer errores al pulsarlos. Es recomendable utilizar 2 o 3 dedos para pulsar la parte central del botón y evitar así posibles errores. No obstante, la mejor opción para conseguir una buena respuesta de pulsación es abrir la carcasa y aplanar las láminas de cobre (ver foto adjunta).
- El original aumentaba la velocidad de la secuencia a medida que ésta se hacía más larga. Ésta es una característica que echo mucho de menos ya que ahora la velocidad es constante y cuando la secuencia es larga (más de 50) da la sensación de mayor lentitud. Además, el hecho de que la secuencia aumentase la velocidad añadía mayor dificultad y emoción al juego.
- Resulta útil la pequeña pantalla LCD, para mostrar distintos datos de juego.
- El volumen de los sonidos puede resultar molesto y no existe un regulador del mismo. Aunque se puede tapar el altavoz total o parcialmente para reducir el volumen, sería interesante que las próximas versiones permitan controlar el nivel del altavoz. Aquellas personas que tengan habilidades con el bricolaje y la electrónica, pueden añadir un potenciómetro en bornes del altavoz para regular el volumen. Así mismo, también es posible añadirle una entrada para un alimentador de 4,5 V y así evitar la dependencia de las pilas (ver fotos adjuntas).
Me parece un gran juego para entrenar la memoria inmediata y de corto plazo, especialmente en secuencias largas ya que se requiere un desarrollo de ambas memorias para recordar toda la secuencia. Es muy divertido tanto para niños como para personas adultas.
Reviewed in Spain on December 25, 2014
- El Simon original admitía una secuencia máxima de 31 (2^5). En este no he sido capaz de hallar un límite máximo.
- En el original los botones eran físicos pero ahora son táctiles, lo que hace que, si no se tiene cuidado, se pueden cometer errores al pulsarlos. Es recomendable utilizar 2 o 3 dedos para pulsar la parte central del botón y evitar así posibles errores. No obstante, la mejor opción para conseguir una buena respuesta de pulsación es abrir la carcasa y aplanar las láminas de cobre (ver foto adjunta).
- El original aumentaba la velocidad de la secuencia a medida que ésta se hacía más larga. Ésta es una característica que echo mucho de menos ya que ahora la velocidad es constante y cuando la secuencia es larga (más de 50) da la sensación de mayor lentitud. Además, el hecho de que la secuencia aumentase la velocidad añadía mayor dificultad y emoción al juego.
- Resulta útil la pequeña pantalla LCD, para mostrar distintos datos de juego.
- El volumen de los sonidos puede resultar molesto y no existe un regulador del mismo. Aunque se puede tapar el altavoz total o parcialmente para reducir el volumen, sería interesante que las próximas versiones permitan controlar el nivel del altavoz. Aquellas personas que tengan habilidades con el bricolaje y la electrónica, pueden añadir un potenciómetro en bornes del altavoz para regular el volumen. Así mismo, también es posible añadirle una entrada para un alimentador de 4,5 V y así evitar la dependencia de las pilas (ver fotos adjuntas).
Me parece un gran juego para entrenar la memoria inmediata y de corto plazo, especialmente en secuencias largas ya que se requiere un desarrollo de ambas memorias para recordar toda la secuencia. Es muy divertido tanto para niños como para personas adultas.