[mpettitt]

It seems to be a very uniquely American game - being from the UK, I've never seen a copy in person.

From what I can tell, I'm not missing much - I think my kids would hate it, since they're happily playing Ticket to Ride and Splendor already.

It does make me wonder if there are equivalent "ubiquitous" games in other countries, that are essentially unknown outside of that country - can't think of one for the UK, although I suppose you could find regions where Merrills was universally known and played.

[lilyball]

If your kids are playing games like Ticket to Ride then I suspect they’re significantly older than the target audience for Candy Land. Candy Land is intended for kids 3+.

[taejo]

I believe Afrikan tähti/Star of Africa is ubiquitous in Finland, but AFAICT it's almost unknown outside of the Nordic coutnries.