Wii Game Review: “Pictionary – uDraw” (& Giveaway US/CAN Ends 9/7)

Pictionary – uDraw

Developer:  THQ

Released: November 14, 2010

ABOUT:

Ready Set Draw Welcome to the a whole new way to play the game of Pictionary, guess words from sketches made by other members of your team. The words can be objects, people, actions, places, animals, or the challenging difficult. You don’t have to be an artist to play, all you need is a little imagination and the uDraw GameTablet3 Game Modes. UDraw Tablet Required.

Features:

• The newest way to play Pictionary! Over 3,000 clues. Draw with several drawing styles, shape tools and colors. 3 Game Modes, Pictionary game show, Pictionary Mania, & Free Draw.
• Pictionary, Be contestants on the Pictionary game show with new drawing tools, new Adult and Junior clues, and a 3D game board.
• Pictionary Mania, Experience Pictionary like never before. Instead of categories, each square represents exciting draw modes, some only available on the Wii.
• Free Draw, Embrace your creativity with your own drawings that you can share in Slideshow mode.

MY THOUGHTS:

Being that I haven’t played Pictionary in over ten years, I thought this game was pretty cool.  First off you do need the uDraw tablet for the Wii, which I actually got my son for his birthday, although this game is for me!  Whats nice is that there is no setup or cleanup that is typically involved with Pictionary, which is why I probably stopped playing Pictionary!

Playing Pictionary on the Wii I thought would be a challenge but it actually was pretty easy to get used it.  The uDraw tablet is pretty easy to use and there are buttons and voice prompts to guide you through.  It is strange though as the other players have to cover their eyes while the drawer is checking out their “card.”  Then the drawer gets going and reveals clues.    There are easier clues and then more advanced ones, so kids to adults can play the game!  There are also different modes for playing:  Original and Pictionary Mania.  If you are looking for a challenge or party game, Pictionary Mania is a version to check out as you have to do weird but fun drawing tasks!  Overall, if you like Pictionary and are looking for more uDraw games, definitely check out Pictionary!

BUY IT: Look for “Pictionary – uDraw” wherever video games are sold or check it out online.

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