Our testers loved the action-packed fun they had playing this new version of Connect Four. You still have to get four in a row, and, you're still trying to block your opponent from doing the same. It's just that you have a lot less control over where you put your pieces because in this version you're catapulting them onto the board. And whether you choose to take turns, or enjoy a simultaneous free-for-all, this game is bound to be a little more chaotic than most. It's a good thing there are lots of game pieces, because with pieces flying everywhere, a few are bound to go missing.
The catapults work quite well - it's fairly easy to land pieces on the board, and even to aim a bit, too. We like having the two levels: much easier to get pieces on top, but less competition and double the points to catapult pieces under the top level to the first level spaces below. A great game enjoyed by all ages.
I like that I can play against my brother (9) and still win if I am lucky and the disk lands in a good place. It's exciting to play. Kaï (M7)
I liked that the rules to this game were easily adaptable for younger/older kids and for more skilled/less skilled players. You can also come up with ideas of your own. In the beginning, when playing with my 5 year old, we took turns to launch the disks, but as time went on, we modified the rules to make things more exciting. Mireille Sabourin, Parent
Launch it to win! Grab you launcher and send your checkers zooming through the air with three fast-flying checker challenges. Basic Frantic Launch challenges you to be the first to land four-in-a-row. The Championship Frantic Launch is your chance to flip to five points first and win. And the Advanced Power Launch is power checkers for maximum fun. So load ‘em up, launch ‘em up and try to connect ‘em up!