Didj
SCORE: 93
Didj is Leap Frog's system designed for children between the ages of
6 to 10 years old. As children outgrow the Leapster or Leapster 2, this
is the next educational video game system they can pick up. I let my son
play this to see how it fits the age bracket. He absolutely enjoys the
Didj although I find myself leaning slightly towards to the Leapster 2.
The Didj does not come with a stylus (or little pen), because there are
no touch screen functions.
The Didj has a really good look to it. In fact I like the look of the
Didj more than the Leapster or the Leapster 2. The color scheme makes it
look more like a video game machine, and less like a toy for children.
The screen is bright, and the games exhibit a nice array of colors. The
only complaint about the look is it seems a little bulky especially when
I look at how compact some other hand held machines are.
The feel of the Didj is good with one small exception. Remember there is
no little pen (stylus to come with this machine) right? Well I have had
to clean the screen multiple times and remind my son to have clean
fingers before touching the screen. The problem was actually on our side
because we thought the Didj came with touch screen functions like the
Leapster and Leapster 2. The buttons are placed well, and kids can use
it pretty easily. Make sure your kids understand there is no reason to
touch the screen on the Didj.
The longevity of the Didj has a lot to do with the age of your child. We
are starting our son out at the age of six, and expect he will continue
to enjoy this for years to come. He is already digging the games we have
for it, and the downloadable games also adds to its longevity. I expect
Leap Frog will be supporting the Didj quite a few years from now. The
machine is durable, and survived the drop tests we put it through.
How worthwhile is learning? I have found learning to be the most
important skill to take from school. In fact it is one of the few
lessons that had a real world application. The Didj is a great learning
tool. The only thing that bothers me is the whole touch screen issue.
Maybe I am being myopic, but this machine would be so much more useful
if it included one. With that said, learning positive lessons while
having fun is what this machine is all about.
Leap Frog is doing parents a favor by releasing the Didj. This machine
costs a little more than the Leapster 2, and quite a bit less than the
Nintendo DS. The software library is growing for the Didj, and I expect
it to continue to do so. If you are looking for a learning machine for
your kids, and they are in the right age range, then give the Didj a
little look. It has replaced the Leapster 2 in our house.
-Yolanda
Graphics: 95%
Sound: 91%
Replay/Extras: 92%
Gameplay: 91%
Family Friendly Factor: 95%
System: Didj
Publisher: Leap Frog
Rating: 'NR' for Not Rated
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