Microsoft Pandora's Box | 
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| From: Microsoft
Category: Video Games
Buy Used: $37.95
New (6) Used (10) from $37.95
Rating:  42 reviews
Sales Rank: 8742
Format: Cd-rom
Platforms: Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows Me, Windows 95
Genre: puzzle_games
ESRB: Everyone
Media: CD-ROM
Age: 5 - 20 years
Operating System: Windows 2000
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.8
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 6 x 2.7
Model: 1001540
UPC: 659556126858
EAN: 0659556126858
ASIN: B00001LDC1
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Condition: Cd in a jewel case, ships First Class.
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Amazon.com Review
When Alexey Pajitnov, creator of Tetris (one of the most addicting games of all time), designs a new puzzle title, fans everywhere perk their heads up and take note. While it's not quite up to the irresistible standard set by its legendary predecessor, Microsoft's Pandora's Box still offers hours of nonviolent, uncomplicated enjoyment through its 10 different puzzles. Nearly all Pandora's Box conundrums resemble the traditional jigsaw puzzle, though you'll find plenty of visual twists, such as sliding pieces on a circular plane and solving a puzzle built on a complex 3-D object. Some deviate from this formula, but the most addictive puzzles follow this model, and those provide the most extended--and replayable--diversions. For those overwhelmed by complex computer games, Pandora's Box's offers a simplistic interface and easy rules, easing computer novices into the puzzle environment. Pandora's Box's five difficulty levels and 350 individual puzzle variations offer enjoyment for all skill levels. Furthermore, various hints and wild cards remove the frustration factor when you're unable to complete a particular puzzle. Looking for new puzzle games to replace your Tetris addiction? Check out Alexey Pajitnov and Microsoft's engrossing Pandora's Box. --Doug Radcliffe
Amazon.com Product Description
Seven mythical tricksters escape from Pandora's Box to wreak havoc on the world. Thus begins a journey that includes 10 designs and 350 puzzles. It's up to you to solve them, capture the tricksters, and save the world from chaos. Solve 3-D puzzles specially designed for the computer. The puzzles don't require a lot of time to learn, yet they are progressively challenging to master. An overall mission provides a purpose for completing the puzzles. Game-play options allow you to follow the game's story line or jump directly to your favorite puzzle.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 37 more reviews...
 Just as Shown January 19, 2007
F. List
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Great game. This nolonger available from Microsoft, and I had the trial version. When I tried to order it was not available. Thanks again.
GREAT GAME March 7, 2005
Wowly (CA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is the best puzzle game I have ever seen. Just nothing to compare it with, I have searched and and can find nothing that even comes close to this game, I just wish Microsoft would come up with another one like this.
A GREAT WAY TO USE THE BRAIN March 19, 2004
Geri (Brooklyn, NY)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The 10 types of games seem very simple, but believe me they are not. The player has to "envision" some aspects of certain puuzzles before the puzzle can be completed. The games appear easy but they can be very challenging. I play almost everyday.
 Makes you think June 11, 2003
Lance Miller (Amarillo, TX United States)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Good arrangement of puzzles made to get the brain working. Gets addicting after a while. All around fun and challenging.
The best puzzle game ever May 26, 2003
Genie Newsom (WI USA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I'm not the type of person that likes the blood, guts and gore games, so when I discovered Pandora's Box it was a real surprise. The different games contained in this software are easy to learn, yet challenging. It starts out with easy versions of the puzzles and gradually the puzzles are more difficult to solve. There is no "time limit" to any of the puzzles and you don't get killed. The game itself will save at any point and you can pick up where you left off in the game. The graphics are well done, and you learn a little bit about locations, artifacts, and ancient art along the way. Sometimes the narration between levels gets a little hokey, but it's not a distraction overall. If you like pure puzzles, this is the one to get.
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