As far as sequels go, this was average. Being in 3D was the only redeeming quality. The characters have been played out. Although Simon Pegg's new Aussie survivalist weasel was a highlight. I hope we don't see a 4th, and I especially do not want to see a tv series based around the antics of Peaches the baby mammoth. And introducing a love interest for Scrat the prehistoric squirrel only solidified his need for therapy. my 9 yr old was bored.