Party Games Books

Before I get on to my review, let me comment on someone else's. There IS a whole chapter talking solely about the Succubus Club, you know. And if you read that whole chapter, it tells how he kept it around without Kine finding out. Anyway...

From the first sight of this book, you know that you're in for quite a treat. The artwork on the cover - a painting - is exquisite, as most of White Wolf's artwork is. Even the way the title of the book is written lets you know it's gonna be good. Moving right along, then... This book goes into great detail on every type of party (used liberally in the book) you want in your story, from the Toreador's Ball to the Sabbat pack's Vaulderie. Unlike some people, I still think that it was wise to go into such detail. There are storytellers who would be happy to use any of the information found in the book, but there's always that Golden Rule. Have fun. If you don't like everything they've given you here, change some things. This book inspired ideas in my head about the social life of Kindred that I've not thought of before. It's a great read if you are interested in the social life of Kindred and Cainite alike and I suppose, if you're looking at this review, you are.

Sometimes WW puts out books that are too detailed or two vague or too broad. "The Succubus Club" is a bit of all three. You see, there is supposed to be a "succubus club," the toughest Kindred hangout in the World of Darkness but this book isn't about that place (which is what I was expecting it to be). No, instead its about organizations, meeting places, parties, etc that Kindred can have when they wish to hang out to brag, fight, or just be social. I think there was enough information in all the other books to allow me to have a multitude of such events for my own players. This book is too detailed and frankly too limiting in that it stiffles some of the creativity that can make the game truly scary for players. At the same time, it is vague on certain principles such as how do you hid the place from mortals or enemies. And finally I was deeply disappointed that the focus isn't on the Succubus Club itself. I mean, really, I have the CD for it; where is the description of the place?

These games are old, simple, and easy. Many can be played by both children and adults. I like them and use them at family get togethers.

I have all the Party Game Books and believe it or not,Ifound this one to be the best!... There are games for kids as well asadults and lots that can be adapted to both. In the back of the book there is a list of all the games along with an age grid which has stars that tell you what age the game would be appropriate for. There is nothing too outrageous and nothing off color but, again, the games are pretty adaptable! There are games that would be great at a backyard carnival and instructions for some of the classics. Its just a generally nice game book to have for reference if you are into games. My 7 year old had a blast at a New Years Eve party that I gave for him and 5 other 7 year olds. Most of my ideas came from this book. END

I was throwing a party and I needed some ideas for icebreakers and fun games. I got this one and it's been the most helpful I've seen yet. It's got quiet, get to know you games like "kiss of death" to your more rowdy, wake the neighbors games like "the last straw". And it includes your in between games also. My personal favorite was "Cocktail conundrums". I highly recommend this book to anyone throwing a party or who just wants to have fun with friends.

This book has eight "Magical" themed parties including an Alchemist's Gathering and an Egyptian Summer Solstice Party. It gives suggestions for costumes, decorations, food and activities. It also includes a story to go along with each theme.

I give a LOT of children's parties, most of which include storytelling and crafts. I purchased the book because the kids absolutely loved the ideas in the Book of Wizard Craft by the same authors (which, by the way, I used at several parties in the last year). This one falls short of the Craft book on several counts:

While using the same format as the Book of Wizard Craft, this volume has less substance and more fluff. Many of the activities appeared in more complete form the Craft book. The stories are not as well developed and the art is poor.

The illustrator, Marla Baggetta, tried to copy Lindy Burnett's style for this volume, but fell short of the freshness and vitality of the illustrations in the Craft book. Double-page spreads for each theme do nothing but act as filler, as does the same wizard's robe which appears in each section and then again in the back of the book with only slight variations in decoration.

The wizard "author" mentions in the introduction that it took 600 years to write the Craft book. It's pretty obvious that it didn't take the authors nearly that long to throw together the Party book. If you are specifically looking for ideas for use at a party you might find this book useful. If you are looking for ways to entertain elementary school children for an afternoon or several weeks, purchase the Wizard Craft book.

It was helpful, yes, could use more information and have read better books. If you're look for a simple party book this is the one.

This book contains lots of good games that you can use at your children's parties. Most are easy to setup and play.

It's a wonderful product for my 4 year old but it could be better if the picture was in the corner so everyone playing could see the pictures when they are holding the cards in their hands

The book has lots of great ideas for 35 themed parties. Each party includes ideas for invitations, costumes, decorations, food, games and other activities, favors and a theme-related cake. The games, and activities (mostly crafts) have easy to follow directions and are fun and creative. Costume ideas range from a suggestion they come in casual clothes to an actual costume wear to the party or one you provide.

For most parties there are a range of options that fit a variety of price ranges. You could splurge on a high cost favor idea and save on a less expensive invitation idea. Each party suggests an age range for which it is appropriate and most are for the upper end, say 7-12.

If you've ever bought a tarot deck you know what i mean. This book is the same size a little thicker maybe and for the price you pay you get more then you bargained for. This book is focused on games that are exercises that involve two people! That is not found in anything but healing books and even then only one is the psychic. this is something that can be done in a community atmosphere, without conjuring visions of devil worship or whatever pops in your head as occult. Every one has some sort of energy in the psychic range and we all express it in our own system. This particular book gives you new places to show that energy and concrete"rituals" exercises", "games" or whatever you want to call it and can be done with or without full cooperation of the other party. Alot of times after a while you will notice that you've probably been dragging people into this energy all you life and never could get past the basics, stopping yourself in your tracks. The control you gain can bring it in a positive direction as opposed to no direction at all. The last thing i want to say is this book will probably open your mind up to new things or turn you from them completely.

I purchased this book in preparation for my close friend's bachelorette party. IT WAS A HUGE SUCCESS! We had the best night out we had had in a long time. Our group got lots of attention, a few free drinks, and a couple of hangovers. I recommend this book for anyone out there that needs a little bit of direction when it comes to throwing a good party.