I vaguely remember playing Parcheesi with my sister when we were younger. Back then, the board, dice and playing pieces were pretty basic. We were easily entertained. This year my sister purchased the colorful, animated version for my son. Even though my child has not one, but two Nintendo consoles, he was thoroughly engrossed in the game when we played. I highly recommend this new and improved Parcheesi for all of the kids you know and love. (via Uncles Games)

Parcheesi has come back into rotation at our house. It's fairly simple, but has enough strategy to keep our interest and is fun and plays quickly.

I wouldn't recommend playing with anyone that you already have a strained relationship with, because they're going to be PI**ED when you block them for half the game like I do! You can play with 2 people if you use all 4 positions and have each person take 2 diagonals.