Perplexus Maze Game by PlaSmart, Inc.

Perplexus Maze Game by PlaSmart, Inc.
by PlaSmart, Inc.

Perplexus Maze Game by PlaSmart, Inc.
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Product Summary

Manufacturer: PlaSmart, Inc.
Brand: PlaSmart
Release Date: 2009-09-22
Model: BL100
Product features:
  • A maze game where players must maneuver a small marble around challenging barriers inside a transparent sphere
  • Provides a three dimensional experience
  • Shift, flip, and twist the sphere to guide the marble
  • Entertaining, educational, and great for fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination
  • No set-up, clean-up or batteries

Toys and Games Reviews of Perplexus Maze Game by PlaSmart, Inc.

Customer Review: There is no better description for this thing than "perplexing".
Summary: 5 Stars

Being a puzzle addict,I just had to have this thing called Perplexus".I have a large collection of puzzles of many types.One of my favorite types of hand held or mechanical puzzles is what is usually referred to as "Dexterity Puzzles".Another favourite ia hand held mazes,usually with one or more balls and one or more paths to complete."Perplexus" combines both of these challenges.
There is really no secret to solving this challenge other than patience and the dexterity of making the necessary moves to get the ball from start to finish.From the start at the first signpost to the ultimate end ,there are a total of 100 markers to pass.There are also two other starting points at markers 26 and 59.I have spent a fair bit of timeon it ,but as yet have not yet been successful in completing the path from 1 all the way through to 100.There are several very difficult obstacles,that I am not really sure are even working correctly.Several other reviewers mentioned the purple swinging arm,which doesn't seem to work correctly at all.Then there is the small purple "Bucket" near the center that sticks and doesn't swing properly.So far,as far as I am able to tell,these are definitely shortcomings.That aside,it is a real challenge and will intrigue a wide range and age of player.A lot of comments suggest that it can be played with,almost like a ball by young kids.I suspect,that is too hopeful,because this is a very frail object,and will be easily broken if subjected to any degree of abuse.As others have mentioned,the "Perplexus" watermarks are annoying to see through,and serve no usefou purpose.While it would be possible to follow the path without the numbered markers;it would be a much more difficult challenge.The markers are certainly an aid,but far too difficult to find and even read.Reflections make the numbers very obscure,and almost impossible at times.I found it best to use this puzzle in a dark room ,at a desk with a single desk lamp.
Overall,this is a very good dexterity maze,but it certainly would benefit from several improvements,and would not stand up to much ,if any ,rough handling.

Description of Perplexus Maze Game by PlaSmart, Inc.

Perplexus is a can't-put-down challenge!! Flip, Twist and spin the transparent sphere to move the ball along the numbered path working with and against gravity. Be careful, faster than the blink of an eye your ball can fall off course and you'll have to begin again. Fun for the whole family with over 100 barriers to master.

  • Recommended Ages: 6 years & up

Flip, twist, and spin your way through the Perplexus Maze Game from PlaSmart. This Perplexus Original is a bendy, trendy, can't-put-it-down challenge! With plenty of twists, turns, and barriers between start and finish, it will leave you perplexed. Once you try it, you won't be able to put it down!

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Perplexus Maze Game
  • Ages: Six years and up
  • Requires: Ready to play
At a Glance:
  • Flip, twist, and spin your way through the Perplexus Original Maze
  • The maze and its obstacles are easy to play, but hard to master
  • Race against yourself, your friends, and the clock
  • Includes a super spiral, a tightrope, and a swing arm
  • Features 3 different puzzles and 100 challenging barriers
Perplexus Maze Game
Easy to play, but hard to master. View larger.
Perplexus Maze Game
Clear sphere holds metal balls that wind through a maze. View larger.
Perplexus Maze Game
Race against the clock or challenge your friends. View larger.
Easy to Play, Hard to Master

The Perplexus Original Maze Game is a clear sphere filled with multicolored pathways covering different areas of the sphere's interior. A small metal ball rolls around on the inside, and it's your job to guide that ball through the maze to its end. Once the ball is balanced in its starting position, it's easy to start rolling it around the tracks. By the time you've learned the different passageways, you'll realize that even though it's easy to play, all the different ways of moving around are hard to master!

Flip, Twist, and Spin Your Way through the Maze

Moving through the different pathways is a wacky exercise in spatial reasoning and stimulates your cognitive reasoning. As you move the ball along one track, you find that it's never long before you reach a different colored track that requires you to flip, twist, and spin the sphere 90 degrees one way or another to keep the ball rolling. Twist around corners, flip from the yellow to the orange ramp, spin around the various curves--if you fall off the track, just get back on and try again!

Race Yourself, Your Friends, and the Clock

If you work hard enough and make it to the end of the maze, congratulate yourself, and then turn it into a racetrack! Keep track of your personal best times and race against the clock. You can also race against your friends' times, or stage races with multiple Perplexus Mazes!

3 Races and 100 Challenging Barriers to Master

The Perplexus Maze Game includes a super spiral, a tightrope, and a swing arm to form 3 different puzzles and 100 challenging barriers to discover and overcome. Share it with your friends and family as you try to uncover all the patterns and obstacles, but be careful--Perplexus Original is so addicting that once you let it go, you might not get it back!

What's in the Box

Perplexus maze and stand.

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