From the Editors

When Alexey Pajitnov, creator of <I>Tetris</I> (one of the most addictive games of all time), designs a new puzzle title, fans everywhere perk their heads up and take note. While it's not quite up to the irresistible standard set by its legendary predecessor, Microsoft's <I>Pandora's Box: Puzzle Game of the Year Edition</I> was named Puzzle Game of the Year by the Electric Games website, and offers hours of nonviolent, uncomplicated enjoyment through its 10 different types of puzzles. <p>Nearly all of the <I>Pandora's Box</I> conundrums resemble the traditional jigsaw puzzle, though you'll find plenty of visual twists, such as sliding pieces on a circular plane or having to solve a puzzle built on a complex 3-D object. Some deviate from this formula, but the most addictive puzzles follow this model, and those provide the most extended--and replayable--diversions. <p>For those overwhelmed by complex computer games, <I>Pandora's Box: Puzzle Game of the Year Edition</I> offers a simplistic interface and basic rules, easing computer novices into the puzzle environment. This edition features 40 new puzzle games, as well as the original 350 puzzles from the original <I>Pandora's Box</I>. There are five difficulty levels, plus various hints and wildcards that remove the frustration factor when you're unable to complete a particular puzzle. Looking for new puzzle games to replace your <I>Tetris</I> addiction? Check out Alexey Pajitnov's engrossing <I>Pandora's Box: Puzzle Game of the Year Edition</I>. <I>--Doug Radcliffe</I>
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