CNET Editors' review
Clear away the extra promotional icons and HangARoo makes a welcome desktop addition. The Flash version of hangman features a sass-talking kangaroo who, thank goodness, does not attempt an Australian accent. He stands on a scaffold with a noose around his neck, critiquing your letter choices until you either guess the word or phrase--or send him to heaven. You can pick four incorrect letters before you lose the game. To choose letters, you can click the letter buttons or use the keyboard. Some puzzles will pop up little bubbles with trivia about the subject. The audio works nicely, and you can adjust the volume on a slider. The interface shows an eFlash ticker at the bottom, and the program adds extra icons to your desktop and links to your Start menu folder. Uninstalling the game doesn't remove the promotional icons or links, which isn't polite. Still, hangman fans might find a few icons a small price to pay for a free game as fun as HangARoo.
Publisher's Description
From NCBuy:
Hangaroo a game that let guess the phrases by selecting letters to fill in the slots. If you make too many errors, you know what happens next: the cute kangaroo will be earning his wings. Luckily, even if you do send the hangaroo he outback in the sky, you won't feel too guilty. His quick wit and smart tongue will have you begging to kill him off. Version 2.052 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.
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All versions:
4.2 starsout of 26 votes
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Current version:
4.4 starsout of 18 votes
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"It is ok like the traditional game."
Version: HangARoo 2.052
Pros
A game that never get out of fashion.
Cons
Nothing to say.
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"GOOD GAME, BUT WHERE'S MY FULL VERSION I PURCHASED?"
Version: HangARoo 2.052
Pros
LOVFD IT ENOUGH TO BUY FULL VERSION 1011
Cons
I PURCHASED THE FULL VERSION. GOT NEW COMPUTER. CANNOT FIND WHERE TO REDOWNLOAD FULL VERSION.
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"Good game that keeps you fully entertained."
Version: HangARoo 2.052
Pros
New inter-face
Cons
No "Quit" button! I hate the kangaroo when it makes me feel stupid by saying belittling things when I press the wrong letter.
Summary
It keeps you thinking (guessing would be more appropriate) and keeps you "hung" for hours on end. Good questions, but it breaks my heart when the noose tightens on the poor old kangaroo.
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"This is a very fun game"
Version: HangARoo 2.052
Pros
the setup reminds me of wheel of fortune, and it is educational. The hangaroo is hilarious!
Cons
If you don't complete the 10 levels you have to start from the beginning.
Summary
The product is put together very well and the graphics are good.
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"Nothing Special"
Version: HangARoo 2.052
Pros
This is Hang Man
Cons
This is just Hang Man
Summary
A slightly different version of Hang Man, but not all that impressive. Uninstalled after one play.
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""Lots of fun""
Version: HangARoo 2.052
Pros
"Lots of fun"
Cons
this game is really addictive. the little kangaroo can really get under your skin in a fun kind of way-totally fun exscapism, but educational too.
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"GREAT Word Game"
Version: HangARoo 2.052
Pros
Lots of different puzzles, really good word game, no ads to bother you while playing
Cons
none as of yet
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"Tons of Fun"
Version: HangARoo 2.052
Pros
This is a great game, lots to learn along the way to. The noises and comments the Kangaroo says when yo get it wrong, are really funny.
Cons
Some of the questions are out of date
Summary
This is a wonderful word game, and lots of fun
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"I still love this game!!"
Version: HangARoo 2.052
Pros
I remember playing HangARoo ages ago and this game still keeps me busy when I have nothing to do!! And considering the fact that these days there's so many games out there that you can play to pass your time - that's a pretty amazing feat!!
I'm pretty sure people of all ages can enjoy this game and you can even add your own phrases/words to the game for other people to guess and vice versa!
All in all, the game is pretty impressive! I love it!!
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"Fun little game"
Version: HangARoo 2.052
Pros
Great little game, my son loves it
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