Hello everyone! I'm writing a review of the new Fix Price store's novelty: the Magic Ball Constructor. I picked it up for 349 rubles.

First off, let's take a look at the packaging:

The packaging is seriously eye-catching. When you open it up, you'll find 225 pieces inside.

The instruction manual is tucked away inside the box.

Now, let's take a look at all the different models of the constructor:

The manufacturer is based in Hong Kong. They recommend this toy for kids aged 8 and above. The materials used are paper, polyamide, polystyrene, and ABS. I've got to be honest, the ingredients list does sound a bit scary - there's a risk of allergic reaction and choking hazard, and it's a good idea to wash your hands after use.

Time to open up the packaging and take a look inside:

And here's what the ball looks like when it's all put together:

The constructor itself:

The hanger:

The instruction manual:

Breaking down the puzzle was a wild ride, let me tell you.

I thought my 10-year-old daughter would be stoked to tackle this puzzle, but she was stumped. So, we handed it over to my husband, thinking he'd whip it together in no time.

Long story short, my husband was cursing the manufacturer, but he still managed to put it together in 8 hours. I mean, it was a labor of love, but not exactly what I'd call a fun family activity.

The leftover puzzle pieces were a sad reminder of the chaos that ensued.

The puzzle pieces are ridiculously small – I'm talking tiny. Like, how are kids supposed to handle these?

The finished product looked way better in the pictures, if I'm being honest.

I wouldn't recommend this puzzle to my worst enemy. The pieces are too small, the materials are questionable, the assembly is way too complicated for kids, and the finished product looks way better in the pictures. Not impressed.

Not impressed at all.