This game works great with kids, although I'll admit I've had plenty of fun playing with my own age group. It's all luck with the only strategy coming from which piece you want to move. But I've still had plenty of fun, although it can get frustrating not being able to roll a 6 (which you can try and fix with house rules). My suggestion is to make sure you have all the pieces kept in a plastic bag because they are very easy to lose, especially if kids are playing. I haven't had any trouble with the bubble (excuse the pun), and it works just fine. You always have the option of using a different die, but the best part of the game is popping that bubble! The best feeling is when you get sweet revenge by bumping back a player to start. I would get the game it's heaps of fun!