GameBuyer Magazine
Aaron Lawn
October 2004
USA

The Cloud 9 box is colorful and has a smattering of John Kovalic art on it. The back panel does a stellar job of providing a detailed inventory of the contents and a wide range of game information. The only drawback is that the included balloon basket is not pictured, but drawn, and the basket and the pawns that fit into the basket are a good selling point. A six copy cardboard display is also available which will increase the impact the game has in your store.

The high rating here is mostly to do with the value for the money. A $10 family is a rare find these days, and Cloud 9 delivers a fantastic game and components for a lower than average price. For a light family game, you can’t go wrong with selling Cloud 9.

Cloud 9 is a light game suitable for families or adult game groups looking for a quick, low-thinking game. In Cloud 9 you must judge when an opponent will be unable to play the cards they need to make the balloon basket advance. Dice and cards are both present, but bad luck can be overcome by astute guesswork.

Cloud 9 is a highly recommended addition to your Out of the Box games. This is an ideal game for families or game groups looking for a strong, fun game that is short and isn’t heavy or strategic.

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