Curious Bundle vs Turing Tumble Parts Mega-Pack: Which to Buy?

Quick answer

If you want two complete games, the Curious Bundle at $115.55 is the clear pick. If you already own the games and need more parts, the Turing Tumble Parts Mega-Pack at $10.44 is the better buy. They solve different problems: one adds playable content, the other adds building capacity.

What each option actually gives you

The Curious Bundle is a two-game package. It includes both of Upper Story's award-winning games for people who are extra curious about the fundamentals of computers and electronics. In practice, that means you get two complete, ready-to-play experiences rather than a pile of loose components.

The Turing Tumble Parts Mega-Pack is an extra parts kit for Turing Tumble. Its purpose is to give you more pieces so you can build levels of your own. It does not include a board, a stand, or the game itself—it is purely an expansion for someone who already has a working set.

Price and value: what you get per dollar

At $115.55 (compared with a catalog comparison price of $160.49), the Curious Bundle delivers two full games. If you are starting from zero, that is the most cost-effective way to begin because you are buying complete play experiences, not components.

At $10.44 (compared with a catalog comparison price of $15.35), the Mega-Pack is one of the lowest-cost ways to extend a Turing Tumble set you already own. The value depends entirely on whether you have a use for extra parts. If you do not yet own Turing Tumble, the Mega-Pack on its own will not get you playing.

The compatibility question

The Mega-Pack is designed as extra parts for Turing Tumble, so it works with the Turing Tumble game. The Curious Bundle contains both of Upper Story's award-winning games, so it stands alone as a complete purchase.

One practical point: if you need a specific spare part rather than a general expansion, a targeted replacement such as the Replacement Board Stand may be more appropriate than a Mega-Pack. The Mega-Pack is for adding building capacity, not for replacing a single broken piece.

How to decide in under a minute

Ask yourself one question: do I already own a Turing Tumble set that works? If yes, and you want to design your own levels, the Mega-Pack is the logical add-on. If no, the Curious Bundle gets you two complete games and avoids the frustration of owning parts without a game.

For classrooms or groups, neither of these is the right first purchase. The Turing Tumble Educator Classroom Bundle is built for 30 players with 15 games, so it fits a different scale entirely.

Trade-offs at a glance

• Curious Bundle: Two complete games for $115.55. Best if you are new to Upper Story or want a self-contained gift. Choose this if you want to play immediately without owning anything else.
• Turing Tumble Parts Mega-Pack: Extra parts only for $10.44. Best if you already own Turing Tumble and want to build your own levels. Choose this if you have a working set and need more components.
• Replacement Board Stand: A single spare stand for $8.10, designed as a direct replacement for your board setup. Choose this if you need one specific replacement part, not a general expansion.

Product facts

• Turing Tumble Parts Mega-Pack: Extra parts kit for Turing Tumble. Build levels of your own. Brand: Upper Story. Category: Extra parts. Standard option available. This is an expansion, not a standalone game. It only makes sense if you already own Turing Tumble and want more pieces for custom builds.
• Curious Bundle: Curious Bundle - Both of our award-winning games for those who are extra curious about the fundamentals of computers and electronics. You get two complete games in one purchase, which is the fastest way to start playing if you do not already own Upper Story games.
• Turing Tumble Educator Classroom Bundle: Turing Tumble Classroom Bundle - with 15 games the whole class can play. Recommended for 30 players. This is the right choice for schools or large groups, not for a single household deciding between the Curious Bundle and the Mega-Pack.

Which should you buy?

Best for

• New players who want two complete games in one purchase
• Gift-givers looking for a self-contained introduction to Upper Story games
• Families who want variety without needing existing parts

Not for

• Owners of Turing Tumble who only need more parts for custom levels
• Classrooms or groups of 30 players (see the Educator Classroom Bundle instead)
• Anyone needing a single replacement part rather than an expansion