Let's Go Fishin'
by Pressman Toys
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: Pressman ToysBrand: Pressman Toy
Release Date: 2006-01-01
Model: 0055-06A
Product features:
- Try to get the most fish in this classic action packed game
- Deluxe plastic game base
- 21 colorful fish
- 1-4 players
Toys and Games Reviews of Let's Go Fishin'
Customer Review: Fun
Summary: 4 Stars
The version of the game I have differs from the product description in that:
- It has no music (Thank Goodness! Hooray! Thank-You, Thank-You, Thank-You!)
- The fish are a solid colour where this picture shows they have white jaws.
- It very inconveniently uses one c size battery rather than two AA batteries.
We find this game quite fun. I actually looked for it on Amazon right now to buy it as a gift because my son received it as an xmas gift. I was surprised to see it was only $6.
Educational? - I guess this helps kids improve co-ordination, concentration and colour recognition.
Durability? - Well, I would not rate this as particularly durable because it is just a plastic, battery operated toy that doesn't allow for all that much imaginative play. My son has pulled the eyes off several fish because they are just stickers. However, it doesn't feel so flimsy that I hesitate to give it as a gift.
How it works: This game has a heap of little plastic fish travelling in a circle with their mouths opening and closing. Their teeth are sharp enough to hurt a little if you were inclined to stick one on your finger and clamp it shut. All players use a plastic 'fishing rod' with a 'hook' to catch as many fish as possible. The hook stays in the fish's mouth when it closes so you can lift up the fish. I prefer this over a magnet system. I like how it is not just a matter of lifting up a fish but also a challenge to hook the fish when it's mouth is open.
What makes this game so good is that it is reasonably challenging for an adult so your kid can see you miss, and it is reasonably do-able for a kid. My 2 1/2yo has no trouble catching the fish.
The opening and closing of the plastic fish mouths makes an awful racket. If you are all sitting together to play the game you don't really realise how noisy it is, but one person could not watch TV or dance to a CD if someone else is playing this game in the same room. I was surprised to see whatever previous version the product description is for had music because you would either never hear it or it would be VERY loud. And a short piece of music played over and over and over for the time it takes a toddle/pre-schooler to hook all the fish would drive me mad! :-)
Ultimately, for the price, you are getting a pretty cool game. I'm sure someone could make a more expensive version that is quieter and has the fish opening and closing their mouths a little more spaced apart rather than the two points in the game where they all open their mouths and the two points where they all have their mouths closed. (You end up turning the game around so the fish open in front of your kid and close in front of you). Also, a more convenient battery size and painted or moulded eyes would be nice for a pricier model. And, of course, I would pay quite a lot more for a Made in the USA version or a model made of recycled-recyclable plastic or a biodegradable material.
Description of Let's Go Fishin'
Let's Go Fishin
Features include:
?Try to get the most fish in this classic action packed game
?Deluxe plastic game base
?21 colorful fish
?1-4 players
The musical Let's Go Fishin' game is a test for the eyes, hands, ears, and patience. As the pond circles the base (to the tune of "Row, Row, Row Your Boat") see how many more colorful fish you can catch than your fellow players. The trick is that the fish are moving up and down as they circle, as well opening and closing their mouths. Can you time it just right and bring home dinner? This game for one to four players includes four fishing poles, the musical game base (which can rotate with or without music), 21 colorful fish, and complete instructions. Requires two AA batteries (not included). --Heather Hawkins
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