I was torn between 3 and 4 stars on this...3 because the quality of the components is meh...but the kids absolutely love it and could play it 24/7...so they would rate it a 5 and I have to compromise on 4 stars.  I remember Chutes and Ladders from eons ago and it wasn't this cheap, flimsy construction with a tiny board and cheap feeling pieces.  BUT, I have experienced similar disillusionment lately as I have purchased all kinds of games I remember from my childhood (like Trouble and Sorry) and they have all followed suit.