The rendered graphics in Life are impressive and you get a first-person 3D view of moving through the game board after your spin. This is Life after all, you can't win all of the time. The Enhanced mode expands gameplay by adding random events referred to as 'Life's Little Games.' These include such things as collecting payola from other players, getting money from the bank or, occasionally, forfeiting some of your fortune. The Classic mode plays pretty much like the original board game with your ultimate goal being to retire (get to the end of the board) with the most money. The computer adaptation allows two gameplay modes: Classic and Enhanced. For example, if you land on a square that tells you to 'Give a Party for Grammy Winners: Pay $5000' and you're a Rock Superstar, then you get $5000. Career choice also influences game dynamics. Possible careers are more varied than in the original board game and include such choices as Athlete, Travel Agent, Accountant, Doctor, and Salesman. Of course, a college education will cost you, but you can get a better job with a degree. First, you decide whether you want to go to college or simply start the 9 to 5 grind. For anyone out there who doesn't know about Life, here's a synopsis: (1) pick a car, (2) twirl the spinner to determine how many spaces you move, and (3) follow the directions on they square you land on.Īlthough the game board isn't laid out exactly how I remember it from my childhood, the basics of Life are all still here. But I don't really mind so much because Mass Media's computer adaptation of the spinner-endowed board game is pretty darn fun. playing this game has got that old jingle stuck in my head. Replay Value: The point of a board game is to play again!Īre you ready for the game of Life? Great. I actually had friends who wanted to borrow this to play at home. Sound: While the music is elevator music, the voice-overs are well done and funny at times.Įnjoyment: Fun for all ages. Of course, if you needed me to tell you that, you have bigger problems on your hands to worry about.įor kids, and adults, The CD-ROM Game of LIFE is a hit. Although, if you plan on doing travelling without a laptop, you can't exactly take The CD-ROM Game of LIFE camping. While the PC version costs more than the board-game, the enjoyment factor is increased tenfold by having sound, animation, and great visuals. The addition of multiplayer gameplay allows kids of all ages to connect to up to 6 worldwide players.

I can honestly recommend this title for anyone, of all ages, and say 'You will enjoy this game!' with confidence. As well, moving through the board is all done in 3D, seating you in your car playing piece. Major events in the game are marked by animations which are humorous and well-done. While they are essentially elevator music, you'll still find yourself humming along. The game has a musical soundtrack which contains familiar 'adaptations' of popular songs through the ages. The fact that I had fun playing this game speaks leagues about how fun it must be for a family, or young children that are completely into this genre. Even I, a hardcore shoot-em-up action game fan found the animations hilarious at times, and the game enjoyable. While many board game to PC conversions really offer nothing revolutionary, The CD-ROM Game of LIFE brings the game, for lack of a better term, to life. Even if you have never played the game before, you can pick up the concept in no time and be enjoying this title.

The CD-ROM Game of LIFE is a pleasant combination of the familiar board game, and fantastic animations and sound.

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