New Online Game from Cartoon Network: FusionFall
Monday, January 19, 2009
There are a lot of games out there for children, from console games, to handhelds, to online games. There are so many games to choose from, in fact, that oftentimes parents don't know which ones are the least violent, safest, and are essentially the best value for their money. This weekend I tried out an online game for children that I believe you will like based on its value, creativity, and functionality. Cartoon Network has just launched FusionFall, a MMOG (massively multiplayer online game) where children can create a character and follow the storyline to fight creatures, go on quests, level, and even meet up with their friends. If those
gaming terms throw you a bit, let's put it this way: If you know anyone who plays World of Warcraft, FusionFall is just like it except it is perfectly scaled down for children, but the gaming capabilities are essentially the same.FusionFall is a subscription-based MMOG that is priced at $5.95/month. I was able to download and begin playing in under 10 minutes. Check out the character I created. Children will love interacting with the Cartoon Network characters that are present throughout FusionFall. Almost all of the voice over work for the Cartoon Network characters featured in the game is done by the original TV show voice talent. And, your children will also enjoy creating their own characters and working diligently to make steady progress to achieve the thrill of the end-game.
If there is one concern I have about the game it's this: FusionFall is so good you will have to closely monitor the time your children spend playing the game. In general, really well-made, creative MMOGs tend to be time suckers, so as a parent you will have to be diligent about the amount of time you allow your children to play FusionFall because they could play it all day. That's how interesting and interactive the game is.
I enjoyed playing FusionFall and even had my 10 and 8-year-old daughters run through some quests with me and help me create a character. They loved it!
Full Pricing Model:
$5.95/mo
$14.95/ 3 mos
$49.95/ 1 year
$9.95/mo -- Family Plan (up to 4 accounts)
On the Net: http://www.fusionfall.com
-Jennifer James, Editor
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 12:06 AM,
2 Comments:
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At January 21, 2009 9:15 AM,
Tisirin said...
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Hello!
My name is Rich Weil, I'm the Community Director for FusionFall. I'm glad that you have enjoyed the game so far, and thanks for writing about it.
I did want to address the issue you brought up about time spent online. We were very aware of that dynamic when designing the game, so we incorporated the "Rest System" in order to encourage gameplay in reasonable amounts.
The Rest System reduces the rewards players get in-game after a certain amount of play time and after even longer, does not give any rewards in Taros and Fusion Matter at all.
It's our intent and design that parents and kids can enjoy FusionFall together, in short gameplay sessions.
Thanks,
Rich "Tisirin" Weil
Cartoon Network -
At February 17, 2009 5:07 AM,
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