Video Game of the Year 2004: Shrek 2 - and More Great Family Fun Party Ideas

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Shrek 2
A winner and top ten game in FamilyFun.com's 2004 Video Game of the Year program

OVERALL SCORE: 96
   Fun Score: 96.7
   Usage Score: 98.3
   Graphics Score: 95.3
Age Group: 9-12
Category: Adventure

shrek2

Tested Platform: PS2
Other Available Platforms: Xbox, NGC, GBA
Suggested Retail Price: $49.99 (PS2, Xbox and NGC), $29.99 (GBA)
Publisher: Activision, Inc.
www.activision.com

In this game, based on the movie sequel, players join Shrek on a twisted fairy tale adventure. Shrek2 can be played by one to four people. And participants can choose to play the part of Shrek or any of his nine friends, switching between each to best utilize the character's unique abilities to solve puzzles, fight monsters, and complete wild and dangerous adventures.

Score and general impression: Our testers generally loved this game, especially those who saw the movie. Some people felt it was a bit challenging for younger kids, but most enjoyed playing it, especially with multiple players.

What our testers liked:
"I wish there were a lot more games like this one. I have two children and they both enjoyed this game a lot. The only negative was my kids fighting over who was going to use it first--until they found out two could play!" --Kenneth W. (father of two children)

What our testers didn't like:
"It was fun to play as the characters in the movie. But my son became frustrated when he was not able to go to the 4th level, even after playing for two weeks." --Ruth M. (mother of an 11-year-old boy)

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