Dynamite Dare Game Review: A Fast Paced Family Game Full of Surprises

If you are looking for a family game that involves a little bit of suspense, a lot of laughter and the occasional scream, then Dynamite Dare from Brainstorm is definitely one to have a look at.

We were sent Dynamite Dare to try, and it did not take long before the kids were gathered around the table, taking turns and waiting to see who was going to get the dynamite.

It is one of those games that is really easy to get into. There are no complicated rules to learn and the games are quick, which in our house is always a bonus.

Although, I have to admit, once the kids started playing Dynamite Dare, they did not really want to stop.

What is Dynamite Dare?

Dynamite Dare is a fast paced family game where the aim is to stop the time bomb from detonating.

The idea is simple.

Players take it in turns to flip down one of the many fuses on the dynamite. Somewhere amongst all those fuses is the one that will stop the bomb.

Find it and you win.

Sounds easy enough, doesn't it?

Well, there is a little bit of a problem.

You do not know which fuse is the right one.

As you take your turn and flip down a fuse, you are hoping that you have found the fuse that will diffuse the bomb. However, you might not be quite so lucky and end up flipping the fuse that launches the dynamite instead.

Cue everyone jumping.

And laughing.

And probably someone shouting because they were not expecting it!

How do you play Dynamite Dare?

The great thing about Dynamite Dare is that the basic idea is really straightforward.

The players take turns flipping down the fuses, trying to find the one that will stop the bomb before the timer runs out.

There is an element of luck involved because you never quite know what is going to happen when you choose your fuse.

You could be the person who finds the fuse that stops the bomb.

Or you could be the person who gets the dynamite launched at them.

You also have to work against the clock because if all the fuses are not flipped down in time, the bomb goes off.

That is where the excitement comes in.

You can feel everyone getting more and more impatient as the game progresses because nobody knows who is going to be the unlucky player.

It is the jumping that makes everyone laugh

I think one of the things the kids enjoy most about Dynamite Dare is that it makes them jump.

They absolutely love it.

There is something about knowing that something might happen, but not knowing exactly when it is going to happen, that makes them sit there watching each other with huge grins on their faces.

Then someone flips a fuse.

Nothing.

Another fuse.

Still nothing.

Then suddenly the dynamite launches and everyone jumps.

The kids find this absolutely hilarious.

It is one of those games where the reaction becomes just as entertaining as the game itself.

There has been plenty of laughter and plenty of screams of delight while they have been playing Dynamite Dare.

Dynamite Dare is a really fast paced game

I think the speed of the game is another reason it has gone down so well in our house.

Some family games can take ages to play, and depending on how the children are feeling, sometimes they can lose interest before you have even reached the end.

Dynamite Dare is different.

The games are short and quick.

You get started, take your turns and before you know it, the game is over.

Then someone wants another go.

And another.

And another.

Before you know it, you have been playing for much longer than you intended because everybody wants to have another turn.

It is slightly addictive

I think Dynamite Dare is one of those games that becomes slightly addictive.

Not necessarily because everybody is desperate to win.

It is more because you want to see what happens.

You want another go.

You want to be the person who finds the fuse that stops the bomb.

Or perhaps you want to be the unlucky one because watching the dynamite launch is half the fun!

The children have definitely been more interested in the excitement of playing than who actually wins each round.

I really like that.

There is much less arguing about who won and much more laughing about what happened.

For me, that makes it a really enjoyable family game.

A family game that gets everyone involved

One of the things I look for when we try games is whether the children actually want to play them again after the initial excitement has worn off.

Dynamite Dare has definitely passed that test.

The kids have pulled it out and played it time and time again.

It is fast moving, hectic and a lot of fun.

There is also something quite nice about a game that does not require a huge amount of concentration to enjoy. You can simply sit down, take your turn and see what happens.

It makes it easy to get the whole family involved.

Who is Dynamite Dare suitable for?

Dynamite Dare from Brainstorm is suitable for children aged 4 years and over.

That makes it a good option if you are looking for family games for younger children, particularly if you want something that is easy to understand and does not involve lots of reading or complicated instructions.

The excitement comes from the game itself, so children can get involved without needing to understand complicated strategies.

For younger children, I think the surprise element is probably one of the biggest attractions.

They know something is going to happen.

They just do not know when.

Is Dynamite Dare good for family game night?

For us, yes.

Dynamite Dare has become one of the children's new favourite games.

It is quick enough that you can fit in a few rounds without having to dedicate your entire evening to playing one game.

It is also the sort of game that works well when the children want something fun to do together.

There is plenty of interaction between the players because everyone is watching what happens on each turn.

The anticipation builds as the fuses are flipped, and then there is usually a big reaction when the dynamite finally launches.

It is not a quiet game.

If you are looking for something peaceful and relaxing, this probably is not the game for you!

If you are looking for a family game filled with laughter, anticipation and plenty of jumping, however, Dynamite Dare is a lot of fun.

What did the kids think of Dynamite Dare?

The kids have had loads of fun playing Dynamite Dare.

I think their favourite part is the fact that it makes them jump.

They find it absolutely hilarious when somebody gets caught out by the dynamite, particularly when nobody was expecting it.

There has been a lot of laughter and plenty of screams of delight.

It is fast moving and a little bit hectic, but that is exactly what makes it enjoyable.

I also like that they have continued to go back to it.

It has not been one of those games that gets played once and then disappears into the cupboard.

They have pulled Dynamite Dare out and played it again and again, which is always a good sign as far as I am concerned.

Our thoughts on Dynamite Dare

I think Dynamite Dare is a great example of a game that does not need to be complicated to be fun.

The concept is simple.

Flip the fuses.

Try to find the one that will stop the bomb.

Hope you do not trigger the dynamite.

Try again!

It is the suspense and surprise that make the game entertaining.

For me, the best part has been watching the children play together and hearing all the laughter.

Sometimes they get so absorbed in the game that winning does not even seem to matter.

They are simply enjoying the experience.

I actually think that is one of the nicest things about playing games as a family.

It is not always about keeping score or having a winner.

Sometimes it is just about sitting together, having fun and making each other laugh.

Dynamite Dare definitely provides plenty of opportunities for that.

Would we recommend Dynamite Dare?

Dynamite Dare has been a big hit with the kids in our house.

It is fast paced, easy to understand and provides plenty of laughs.

The surprise element keeps the children interested, and the fact that the games are short means they can quickly have another go.

If you are looking for a fun family game for children aged 4 and over, particularly one that involves a little suspense and a lot of laughter, Dynamite Dare is worth considering.

Just be prepared for everyone to jump when the dynamite launches!

Dynamite Dare price and details

Dynamite Dare from Brainstorm is suitable for children aged 4 years and over.

The RRP at the time of our review was £19.99.

Product availability and prices can change, so it is always worth checking the current price before purchasing.

For us, though, the biggest recommendation is simply the fact that the kids keep going back to play it.

It has become one of their new favourite games, and there is usually plenty of laughter whenever it comes out.

Final thoughts

Dynamite Dare is one of those family games where the fun comes from not knowing exactly what is going to happen.

You take your turn.

You flip a fuse.

You wait.

Nothing.

You flip another one.

Still nothing.

Then suddenly the dynamite launches and everyone jumps.

The kids absolutely love it.

It is fast, it is fun, it is a little bit chaotic and it has provided us with plenty of laughs.

Most importantly, it is a game they actually want to play again.

For a family game, I think that says quite a lot.

Disclaimer: We were sent Dynamite Dare for the purpose of this review. All opinions are our own and are completely honest. This post contains our personal experience of playing the game.