Ease of Use:  

Because there are five learn German programs, you will need to learn to how to use each one separately. These are simple in design, but finding one specific element can be tricky. This is awkward until you become familiar with all of the programs.

Feature Set:  

Instant Immersion German includes excellent language software if your favorite learning style is playing games. The material is presented with five programs. Each program offers you your choice of several German language games.

The five CDs all have completely different uses. The Talk Now CD is designed for beginners and uses a series of games to introduce you to essential German vocabulary. This software allows you to record your own voice in order to listen to your German pronunciation.

World Talk German focuses on listening comprehension. This program provides you with several stories to help you better understand how German words are pronounced. There are several other theme-based games.

Talk More German provides you with broadcast video material in German. This software offers several quizzes and tests so you can track how your German is progressing.

The program comes with a handy glossary and an interactive picture dictionary with over 2,000 entries.

The most unique program offered in this learn German set is an interactive mystery program called Who is Oscar Lake. This is a fun way to build German vocabulary and communication abilities without drills.

Ease of Installation:  

Installation of Instant Immersion German was easy. It just took time to install five different programs.

Help/Support:  

The help and documentation in Instant Immersion German were adequate. From the website, you can study FAQs or send email to the support team.

Fundamentals:  

Using a variety of games, Instant Immersion German teaches most fundamentals. But Instant Immersion German is weak on grammar. Grammar skills are vital when learning German because you must know the rules of sentence formation or your skills will limited to pronunciation and vocabulary. Instant Immersion German does a fine job teaching vocabulary and pronunciation.

Effectiveness:  

Instant Immersion German offers a wide variety of vocabulary games, and this can help break the monotony of learning new words and phrases in German. This program isn't strong on grammar rules or helping you understand how to properly conjugate German verbs.

Instant Immersion is a great program for those who enjoy learning through games. These programs are packed with fun, interactive exercises that will keep you busy learning German for a long time.