Thunderbolt: PictoImage Review

Thunderbolt writes: "We've all done it. There's just no escaping the frolicking fun around Christmas and birthday times. Gather the family together, reminisce about old times, grab a few drinks and eventually, begin the ever-embarrassing party games. Nobody wants to miss out on such bonding times, do they? There's karaoke, maybe a quiz or two, and if you're the perfect modern family, probably a handful of Wii games for good measure. These classics are fine, but to really get the laughter bellowing, why not try a round of charades? Yeah, I understand, it's too embarrassing to even consider; I mean who wants to stand in front of their tiresome family and act as if they have lost control of their mind, let alone their voice. It comes as an ironic relief then, that PictoImage has arrived onto the DS, bringing the charade phenomenon into the contemporary era, albeit in particularly silent and mellow form."

Pros

* Irresistibly charming
* Fun multiplayer for up to eight players
* Accessible for all ages

Cons

* Hugely similar throughout
* Only fun in short bursts
* Lacks something special if friends aren't available 7/10