Published on 07/20/2008
Everyone wants to get on the health bandwagon these days, leading to more and more toys coming with a built-in pedometer. Takara Tomy will be ushering in the 40th anniversary of the Jinsei Game (also known as the Game of Life) by releasing the Jinsei Game Puchi - a pedometer-based game lets you play only if you get some exercise time in. Every 300 steps you take will result in a single wheel spin to help you get through the game, and that includes landing that dream job, raising a family and living your life. Just make sure you don't walk away from your real life by being too engrossed in a virtual version. Folks who have a jogging partner can indulge in a little two-player game on a single device or opt for the “communication mode” with a couple of these. No word on pricing, but the Jinsei Game Puchi will be available before the month is over in Japan.