I love connection. I had two Gen2's, but they're not as fun as connections! I mean... the connecting thing rocks. and if you're really lucky (or just get the matchmaker a lot, lol) you could keep the thing running for months! I mean... generation after generation after generation... you couldn't do that with the Gen1's and Gen2's.... awesomeness.... plus the presents.. both mine and my bro's have little balls to play with! it's cute to watch them play with their toys...