I purchased this product initially from a charity shop about five years ago. It has since gone on every holiday since providing endless fun for us, our children and grandchildren. I have since been able to purchase two more from ebay for each of my children. It is very robust and takes up very little space. I don't know why they have changed the design as these original ones are perfect.
We played this on holiday with others and loved it so much we bought it when we got home. Be sure to look for the version that has the case which converts into the tile holders as the design is great for a travel game. Very addictive and suitable for the whole family. We played it with ages 10 - 75!