Skylanders is a magical little game, playable by kids but good enough for adults.

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In a brief nod to more old-school exploration, the game gives you a treasure map to hunt down some magical armor.

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But the magical campaign ended in disappointing fashion in the NFC title game, when the Packers suffered a 23-20 overtime loss to the eventual Super Bowl champion New York Giants.

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But, then again, something magical may be about to happen to give not just England, but the international game as a whole a lift.

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