In Nurikabe, players work to leave the right amount of space around a number. For instance, the number 1 should have no space around it. The number four should have four connecting squares around it. Light On resembles Nurikabe in that players rely on the numbers to decide where to place the light bulbs. Instead of building islands out of the numbers, the light bulbs must light up all the squares without stepping on each other.
The least favorite, Slitherlink, was very difficult for several adults to play in spite of the tutorial. Several capable adults struggled indicating the game is too challenging and a frustrating experience. The pack doesn't require playing all five games to get the most out of it. You can control which games you play and the level of each.
Brain Buster Puzzle Pak creates a profile for each player and tracks scores for every game. As the player works the puzzle, a clock ticks down and lets you know your current rating. Ratings begin with Master working down to Expert and then Novice based on how much time passes. Some won't like this giant clock and ratings slider, and there is no option to turn it off. It would have been better to announce the rating after the completing the puzzle.
Its graphics aren't the sharpest or fanciest, and it's neither the best nor the worse of brain packs. Experienced puzzle and brain game fans might find the pack isn't challenging enough. Those new to these games will probably enjoy and appreciate Brain Buster Puzzle Pak most.
Brain Buster Puzzle Pak is rated E (Everyone) by the ESRB.
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