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My seven-year-old immediately got the hang of the progressive challenge levels, and the fast-paced sliding action keeps everyone from stopping to look at their phones.

I was a bit skeptical about a sliding puzzle being "fast-paced," but the progressive challenges really do ramp up the pressure. The red helmet piece is a fun touch, and it's surprisingly satisfying trying to keep it as the last cat standing. My family has been fighting over turns all week.

The sliding mechanic is smooth enough for fast rounds, and I like that the difficulty ramps up gradually. My only small gripe is that the pieces can stick a bit if you push too quickly, but it’s still a fun challenge.