Spin Master Games
Perplexus Beast 3D Maze
Perplexus Beast, a 100-obstacle sphere from Spin Master Games, with the Laughing Man and Super Spiral.
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Pros and cons
What we like
- 100 numbered obstacles give a clear sense of progress
- Hurdles like the tight rope and super spiral vary each stretch
- Played entirely by hand: flip, twist and tilt the sphere
- Rebel and Epic versions exist for the next level up
What may bother
- A fall sends the ball back to the very start
- Rebel and Epic are separate purchases
- A one-player puzzle, so friends have to take turns
Our verdict
88 / 100Think of it as a handheld obstacle course for the kid or teen who fidgets with everything. It rewards patience and a steady wrist. Give it to someone who hates restarting and it will end up in a drawer.
Frequently asked questions
How many obstacles are there?
One hundred, versus 70 on Perplexus Rebel.
What happens when the ball falls?
It goes back to the start of the track.
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How we score
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