Even if I am bad at them, I just love 3-D sliding puzzle games. This particular version requires that you manipulate your spaceship so that you can fly out of the minefield without asteroids crashing into (overlapping with) you. Set up according to the placement instructions of each puzzle, then see if your class-A fancy flying can keep you out of some hard-hitting trouble! There are 60 progressively more challenging puzzles in this game, and the puzzle board comes with a plastic cover for traveling or keeping the cat at bay. Intergalactic fun for any puzzler! - Janine
SmartGames Asteroid Escape is a 3D sliding puzzle game where players are challenged to manipulate the playing pieces around the board in order to create an excape route for their spaceship. It features 60 challanges, starting with simple solutions and progressing to challenges requiring dozens of moves to solve. Asteroid Escape features a portable, travel-friendly case, making it great for on-the-go fun.
What's more? As you'll see below, solving SmartGames challenges helps build cognitive skills. With Asteroid Escape you'll focus on Planning, Visual Perception and Problem Solving Skills.
child is interested in all things outerspace and helps with critical thinking
This grandson is reading about space all of the time. Any game focused on stars etc. he should really enjoy.
Another choice for independent play time.
My 9 year old son put it on his wish list. We enjoy the smart games products.