Appeal To All Ages (NAPSA)—Each holiday season brings a slew of new board and card games hoping to become the next breakout hit. And these days there are more top-notch family games thanever to choose from. “The quality of games today far exceeds those from when we were kids,” says Mark Simmons, former executive director of the Game Manufacturers’ Association. “They’re also designed so adults and kids can play together and be equally entertained.” im) wo Gamesthat appealto all ages will keepthe entire family entertained for hours. One such game that has garnered a good deal of attention from players of all ages is Ruckus Card Game, winner of seven toy industry awards, including ‘Dr. Toy’s 10 Best Games.’ “Our entire family had been playing Ruckus, with the exception of my teenage grandson, who we can never tear away from his video games,” says Karen Baxter of Richmond, Va. “Well, he finally sat down to play with us one night after seeing all the fun we were having. Now he loves the game and actually talks to us!” Part of Ruckus’ appeal stems from the quirky graphics players match up in order to form sets (Monkey in a bottle, Pig in the Attic, etc.). Players quickly place sets face up on the table, where they’re worth points but can be stolen repeatedly by other players. The non-stop action will have players laughing out loud. The game’s popularity is credited to its speed, simplicity, and the fact that younger players can compete evenly with older players. For a list of toy stores selling Ruckus, visit www.funstreetgames.com or call (800) 901-9820.
