It's a magical merging of the physical and virtual realms with an innovative line of cross-platform toys with “brains”. If you are a parent ,especially of boys aged 5yrs and up - you will know what I am talking about because everyone is talking about the Skylander's franchise.
My boys are huge Skylander fans .The GIANTS have been top of their Christmas wish list since we attended a SONY entertainment event a few weeks ago. I'm the Mother of the year at the moment - except I won't let them take the GIANT to news day.
Skylanders Giants™ are available across all gaming platforms /consoles [PlayStation 3Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo Wii, , Xbox 360]- the characters themselves interchange or cross between any console. The characters also remember their up graded powers at home or away visiting friends.
Players lead a team of heroic Skylanders in an all new adventure to save their world .Portal Masters journey through new areas of Skylands, encountering new enemies, solving fun puzzles, overcoming different hazards and obstacles, and finding a variety of collectable rewards and treasure.
Skylanders Giants launches sixteen new characters (Eight super-sized Giants with powers to matchs & Eight new regular sized Skylanders) into the magic of Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure.
The new LightCore™ Skylanders that light-up in the game and in the real-world as players’ transport them to Skylands using the Portal of Power.
The new Skylanders Giants Starter pack - which comes with the new game, three characters (including One giant) is complete with a new portal of power which requires no batteries .It simply plugs into your game console. My boys love that the new portal changes colour.
Our pack arrived when Sam was in hospital -
For returning players it isn't necessary to purchase a new portal - but the GIANTS are not retro compatible with the original gaming CD. Owners of the original game and portal can simply purchase the portal owners pack which comes with the new game CD for your gaming console and a new Giant character.
(They also have HOT collectible trading cards, that tell you all about the Giants’ stats and powers, plus stickers and a poster to add to the delight of my boys , plus a secret code to unlock the same character in mobile [iPad ] games like Skylanders Cloud Patrol.
However , while the new GIANT's and characters are only compatible with new gaming CD - The team of existing Skylanders have forward Compatibility: All of the beloved characters from Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure are 100% compatible with Skylanders Giants, each of their abilities and upgrades intact. Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure characters can even increase their level cap from Level 10 to Level 15 in Skylanders Giants!
FAST FACTS & KEY FEATURES:
* Giants: More than twice the size of regular Skylanders, the Giants use their colossal scale and power to battle enemies, solve unique puzzles, and interact in the game world like never before!
* LightCore Skylanders: Amplifying the real-world magic of bringing toys to life, Skylanders Giants introduces the LightCore Skylanders that light-up in the game world and in the real world as players’ transport them into Skylands using the Portal of Power. LightCore Skylanders feature additional in-game benefits, and require no batteries!
* Brand New Skylanders: New Skylanders join the adventure in Skylanders Giants each equipped with their own unique personality, powers, and abilities that kids are sure to love!
* Series 2 Skylanders: Fan-favorite Skylanders from Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure return in an all new way in Skylanders Giants! Each Series 2 Skylander features an all new “Wow Pow” upgrade power, as well as the choice of more than one upgrade path! Fans can even play with their Series 2 Skylanders in Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure!
* Wider Worlds: Portal Masters will see all new arenas and additional gameplay options in Battle Mode for exciting head-to-head play, as well as enhanced Elemental Zones, new Hero Challenges, and other features that encourage players to collect and level-up every character.Follow http://www.twitter.com/skylandersgame as well as
https://www.facebook.com/SkylandersGame for all of the latest Skylanders adventures.
Now onto the Giveaway, thanks to Activision and just in time for Christmas ~ three winners will each receive the following items [or similar].
1 x Skylander Giant single character [not 100% sure it will be Bouncer]
1 x Light-Core single character
1 x Battle Pack [Chop Chop, Dragonfire Cannon which unlocks a new combat arena and Shroom Boom]
In 100 words or less what would your super power be if you were a Skylander or what world would you like to be teleported to ?
...anything rules - creative answers and use of imagination
This is a game of skill. Each valid entry will be judged based on creativity, humour or originality.
Terms and Conditions:
1. Only Australian Residents are eligible to enter.
2. Entries not answering the question in 100 words or less will be
deemed invalid. The winner will be chosen by originality and creative
merit, not by chance. Judges decisions are final and no correspondence will be entered into.
3.There are three winners - each will win a prize pack similar to image - though it may not be the exactly the same characters. 4. Entries - Open 16/11/2012 - Close 11.59pm 3011/2012 AEST. The winner(s) will be notified by email, and posted to mylittledrummerboys.blogspot.com.au - the winner has 5 days to respond or a new winner will be drawn.
5. Prizes are not transferable, changeable or redeemable for cash.
6. Prizes sent out by PR firm directly will not be replaced in the event that they are stolen, lost or damaged in transit.
7. Additional entries if you share on FB or twitter but you must leave a second valid entry answering the question in 100 words or less. Also, please leave how you shared the post in the comment.
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Disclaimer: All opinions are my own , I was not paid though my children (I) received free a copy of the Skylanders Giants starter pack to review.
Winners :
Manda Richards
Annaleis Topham
M David
win free stuff
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Annaleis Topham · 656 weeks ago
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Rebecca Senyard · 656 weeks ago
I'd use them for good
I'd fight all the evil
as a super power woman should!
I'd be able to walk through walls
and fly at the speed of light
I'd be able to hear people's thoughts
and know when and where to break up a fight!
My most super power of all though,
Would have to be my cape
It would make me invisible
When flung around my frame.
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Sim · 656 weeks ago
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Lisa Wood · 656 weeks ago
If I could turn into something with super powers it would have to be one that is able to complete the house work in less than five minutes, one that cook the dinner without having to think about it, one that could do the washing/fold the clothes up and put them away in a flash.
I would want to move super fast, be super fit and look super trim. Wearing clothes that make my bum look small, my boobs look big and my legs look long! And still look good at the end of the day....am I asking for too much?
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kerry santillo · 656 weeks ago
where play is the job, no nagging clients!!
Fun filled days of fighting off trespasses
no more school!! or boring classes :)
Take me to a world all about fun and height
Giants rule and we start the good fight!!!
Rebecca Baker · 656 weeks ago
He replied with 'Id like to go to the houses of the rich and steal there money and give it to the homless guy we seen sleeping on the park bench. Or any homless or poor people. Id like a magical power that could help me do this.'
Bless his little soul <3
Allie Apps · 656 weeks ago
Our super family would project self confidence to all species in which they would radiate love and harmony along with increasing awareness of extra-terrestrial self preservation.
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Amanda Gorham · 656 weeks ago
and played quitely with their sisters and brothers,
and I could kick back having wines with my significant others!
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Me_N_my_Monkeys 67p · 655 weeks ago
I will get my son to answer this question when he gets home from school as he is the 'Skylander' Lover in this house.
Fantastic giveaway. so close to Christmas! :)
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Manda Richards · 655 weeks ago
The magical land that I would love to be teleported to is the Land of Wishes, to be able to wish some kindness towards others and a few little treats for myself! Hopefully I wouldn't get lost and end up in another strange land like The Land of Giants - the Skylanders might get me!
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Meagan · 655 weeks ago
because honestly it would be super cool
trying to find aliens and building a pool
seriously all my friends would drool
On my return from the moon it would be off to dance school
my beautiful dance shoes would be covered in jewels
Each holding a special power around those enemy fools
While they think I am completely uncool
I will beat my enemy with a tap of my shoes
blinding lights and chocolate fondue
sorry I got a little confused
Blinding lights and lasers too
I would show them a thing or two
push of the button, kick of the heels
I would disappear with awesome squeals!
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