Kinectimals on Kinect for xbox 360 review and giveaway

Posted by on Wednesday, April 13, 2011 · 140 Comments 

The idea of the virtual pet has come along way from the days of little black and white little egg shaped toys years ago.  Now children (and adults) can raise their own interactive pets… Kinectimals [amazon] is the first video games that allows you to be the controller using the xbox 360 kinect system to interact with your virtual pet.  There of course is a great twist which is you can purchase different stuff animals/plush toys to unlock different characters.  Since this was one of the first games being developed for the system its still by far one of the best.  Microsoft certainly has put a ton of work into this game and it show, from the details in the blades of grass to the interactions the animals have with the game player.

I’m not sure I love the fact that all the interactions are so standard it does make it hard for a toddler (my 2.5 year old) to interact with animals at times but I think any 3.5 year old or 4 year old should be able to control their emotions and arms for the 10 seconds to choose the different game plays. If thats the only fault of this game – then really its not a fault at all… its an advanced gaming system I’m not so sure its made for my toddler :P (shhh dont tell the wife I’m playing video games while she sleeps at night).

Here’s a clip of the video game I’m sure you’ve seen it before – its just great…

As you can see it does for allow for the full body tracking and is pretty awesome at the interactions with the animal on screen.

A wide-eyed Bengal tiger cub cocks its head to the side and playfully peers at you. Memories of your first trip to the zoo come rushing back. Through the magic of Kinect that furry tiger cub is in your living room and about to become your best friend.

“Kinectimals” invites children, their parents and animal lovers of all ages to build lasting friendships with some of the world’s most exotic creatures. Just like real pets, your “Kinectimals” will come running when they hear your voice, respond to commands such as “jump,” “roll over” and “play dead,” and purr with joy when you scratch them behind their ears.

Details

  • Get in touch with your wild side. Your journey begins when you adopt and name one of 20 playful friends, including a lion, cheetah and Bengal tiger.
  • Create memories that last a lifetime. From the first time she recognizes her name to when she learns to fetch, your cub will grow up as your sidekick, eager to discover the island around you. She will always be ready for a scratch and a belly rub with smiles and purrs.
  • The fun never ends. There are new ways to train tricks such as fetch, play activities such as jump rope, and even master agilvity courses with hops, stops and balancing acts. Invite a friend with his or her pet for some fun contests.
  • Discover, collect and customize. “Kinectimals” rewards those who are curious about the island they live on. Travel far and wide to discover treasures and toys, and find and unlock new environments. You can customize your pet and decorate your home, plus use the in-game store to shop for items to nurture and care for your new best friend.
  • Grow your “Kinectimals” family. Collectible, limited-edition plush toys will be available online and at popular retail stores. Choose your new friend, scan the code with the Kinect sensor, then watch it come to life on the screen right before your eyes. With your very own plush pal you can keep your new friend with you even when you’re away from your Xbox 360.

 

you do need the kinect senor for your xbox 360 to get this game up and running in your house (so dont forget that).

How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. April 20th, 2011.
Leave a comment below with what big cat you’d have as your kinectimals pet and please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email).
You get 1 extra entry for following @dadarocks on twitter –www.twitter.com/dadarocks You must comment that you’re a follower.
You get 1 extra entry for following @xboxforall on twitter – twitter.com/XboxforAll You must comment that you’re a follower.

You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information: @xboxforall @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/ihieaL  and you must also comment with the link to your tweet.

Example: I want to win #kinectimals for #kinect for #xbox360 thanks to @xboxforall & @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/ihieaL

You get 1 extra entry for becoming our FAN on facebook – www.facebook.com/dadarocks You must comment that you’re a fan.

You get 1 extra entry for becoming their FAN on facebook – www.facebook.com/xboxforall (and leave a note saying that www.dadarocks.com sent you) You must comment that you’re a fan.

You will have 24 hours to reply before we pick another winner!
Disclaimer: Thanks to microsoft xbox 360 kinect team  for this giveaway.

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    Thomas James says:
    April 14, 2011 at 7:21 am

    I would like my puma on kinectamals lol :) also following on twitter @pikemoney

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    Elliebunny says:
    April 14, 2011 at 1:56 pm

    Cougar for sure – I love them! Have a few stuffed ones:)
    elliebunny/hotmail/com

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    Elliebunny says:
    April 14, 2011 at 1:57 pm

    I follow you on twitter
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    Elliebunny says:
    April 14, 2011 at 2:03 pm

    I follow XboxforAll on twitter
    @elliebunny24

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    Elliebunny says:
    April 14, 2011 at 2:04 pm

    I follow you on facebook
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    Elliebunny says:
    April 14, 2011 at 2:09 pm

    I am a fan of xboxforall on fb and left a comment under one of their posts.
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    JoeyfromSC says:
    April 14, 2011 at 4:24 pm

    haha @ You playing video games late at night!!

    Great review! I’d like to be a cheetah!

    Thank you for the chance to win!

    @JoeyfromSC on twitter

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    JoeyfromSC says:
    April 14, 2011 at 4:24 pm

    Following @dadarocks on twitter @JoeyfromSC

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    JoeyfromSC says:
    April 14, 2011 at 4:27 pm

    Facebook fan of yours

    http://www.facebook.com/ajoebloe

    Joey J.

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    JoeyfromSC says:
    April 14, 2011 at 4:28 pm

    Facebook fan of Xbox for All also and left them a note saying you sent me:

    (on this thread I commented)

    http://www.facebook.com/xboxforall/posts/190442217667725

    Joey J.

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    Tina M says:
    April 15, 2011 at 12:43 am

    I would like to be a tiger

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    Tina M says:
    April 15, 2011 at 12:43 am

    follow DaDa Rocks on twitter

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    Tina M says:
    April 15, 2011 at 12:43 am

    following @xboxforall on twitter

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    Williamson fam says:
    April 15, 2011 at 4:57 pm

    Definitely a Cheetah!
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    Sadie says:
    April 15, 2011 at 7:38 pm

    I would make a tiger
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    Sadie says:
    April 15, 2011 at 7:39 pm

    following @dadarocks on twitter
    @ohiocatfish

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    Sadie says:
    April 15, 2011 at 7:40 pm

    http://twitter. com/OhioCatfish/status/58977913743212544

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    Sadie says:
    April 15, 2011 at 7:40 pm

    FAN on facebook of dadarocks
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    Nightowlmama says:
    April 16, 2011 at 3:13 pm

    following on twitter @Nightowlmama
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    Ksceviour says:
    April 16, 2011 at 5:40 pm

    I would have a tiger as my pet..grr..
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    Ksceviour says:
    April 16, 2011 at 5:41 pm

    I follow dadarocks on twitter
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    Ksceviour says:
    April 16, 2011 at 5:42 pm

    Im your fan on facebooK(Karla Sceviour)
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    Traphan says:
    April 16, 2011 at 5:51 pm

    @btraphan wants to win a #kinectimals for #kinect for #xbox360 thanks to @xboxforall & @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/ihieaL. I would pick a Tiger and name it Charlie. I should get 5 extra entries for participating in all the extras on Twitter/Facebook.

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    Kari says:
    April 17, 2011 at 4:39 am

    Id like to be the tiger Kari(at)shining2save(dot)com

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    Kari says:
    April 17, 2011 at 4:40 am

    i follow you on twitter @shining2save

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    Kari says:
    April 17, 2011 at 4:40 am

    i follow xbox for all on twitter @shining2save
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    DaDa Rocks! Reply:
    April 22nd, 2011 at 7:06 am

    Congrats you’ve won Kinectimals!!!

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    Kari says:
    April 17, 2011 at 4:41 am

    Im a facebook fan of dadarocks (kari s)
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    erica best says:
    April 17, 2011 at 4:43 am

    i love the King Cheetah Plush

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    erica best says:
    April 17, 2011 at 4:43 am

    im following u @purplelover04

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    erica best says:
    April 17, 2011 at 4:47 am

    following @xboxforall @purplelover04

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    erica best says:
    April 17, 2011 at 4:48 am

    fan of ur blog erica best

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    April 17, 2011 at 4:48 am

    im fan of xboxforall

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    Nightowlmama says:
    April 17, 2011 at 7:05 am

    Like you on Facebook tricia fandr ey

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    April 17, 2011 at 7:12 am

    Like Xbox for all on facebook
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    Crystal Brocious says:
    April 17, 2011 at 7:20 pm

    a cheetah would be awesome!

    cbrocious1984 AT gmail dOT com

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    Crystal Brocious says:
    April 17, 2011 at 7:21 pm

    i follow dadarocks on twitter @lovemy21b

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    Crystal Brocious says:
    April 17, 2011 at 7:21 pm

    i follow xbox4all on twitter @lovemy21b

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    Crystal Brocious says:
    April 17, 2011 at 7:23 pm

    im a fan of dadarocks facebook

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    Crystal Brocious says:
    April 17, 2011 at 7:27 pm

    im a fan of xbox for all and told them you sent me

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    DarkDan says:
    April 17, 2011 at 7:36 pm

    I would want one of the Tigers from the Sigfried & Roy show in Vegas! :-) Contact me http://www.twitter.com/darkdan/

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    Xmasdolly says:
    April 18, 2011 at 2:41 am

    I think it would be a black cougar because it looks like my black lab

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    Xmasdolly says:
    April 18, 2011 at 2:42 am

    I already follow you on twitter

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    Xmasdolly says:
    April 18, 2011 at 2:46 am

    I follow xboxforall on twitter

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    April 18, 2011 at 3:02 am

    I’m a fan of your on FB
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    April 18, 2011 at 3:02 am

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    Stephen says:
    April 18, 2011 at 5:36 am

    I think i would play games with my panther all day :) @Stee_fan on twitter

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    pablo says:
    April 18, 2011 at 6:37 am

    if i have a kinect animals pack i will be a gorila to go up a tower with a wonderful girl. i follow @xboxforall & @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/ihieaL
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    Sadie says:
    April 18, 2011 at 5:14 pm

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    JD Northwest says:
    April 18, 2011 at 6:27 pm

    My kids love tigers! Especially purple tigers. Not sure how that came about…

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    April 18, 2011 at 6:28 pm

    Following @dadarocks on twitter as @jdnorthwest

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    April 18, 2011 at 6:28 pm

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    April 18, 2011 at 6:50 pm

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    Anonymous says:
    April 19, 2011 at 12:14 am

    Definitely a tiger @dancinghotdogs

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    Daniel M says:
    April 19, 2011 at 4:04 am

    the tiger!

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    April 19, 2011 at 10:09 am

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    April 19, 2011 at 10:10 am

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    April 19, 2011 at 2:09 pm

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    April 20, 2011 at 3:21 am

    Lion /tiger -.-”
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    April 20, 2011 at 3:22 am

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    April 20, 2011 at 4:37 pm

    I’d love a Snow Leopard! :P My e-mail is cheapgeeksanonymous (at) gmail (dot) com

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