Thumb Wars review

Thumb Wars by appsNminded
Current price: $0.99
Reviewed at v1.0
One, two, three, four, I declare a thumb war!
Thumbs Wars for the iPhone and iPod Touch lets you relive those intense childhood matches of Thumb War.
This app provides three levels of difficultly for you test your thumb: captain, major, lieutenant. The game is presented in Lichtenstein-pop-art style graphics, making for fun and attractive animations.
While this game does allow flexibility in offering three levels (captain being the hardest) it is quite challenging, even for me. I had my nieces & cousins try out the app and they all had difficulty pinning down the elusive thumb. It moves quickly, of course, but instructions aren't clear on when exactly to pin it down.
The game should probably feature clearer instructions, especially if the game is trying to be kid-friendly. I'd also like to hear some cool sound effects, which would further enhance the game.
This game has lots of promise, but if it doesn't get easier it won't be such an approachable application for the different age groups.
The gameplay is really the main aspect that needs polishing. The premise of a thumb war is simple, but I feel the gameplay should be more direct and easier to approach.
For more information on Thumb Wars, visit the iTunes Store or appsnminded.com.
Graphics: 4/5
Sound: N/A
Replay Value: 3/5
Overall Value: 3/5