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Find a good time with 'I Spy' on the Wii

Thu, 2008-11-13 21:33
The I Spy riddle books by Jean Marzollo and Walter Wick have inspired many computer and video games. But for the first time, these visual puzzles can now be tackled on the Nintendo Wii.

Kids save the day with Dora on Wii

Thu, 2008-11-06 21:33
Dora the Explorer, the mega-popular Nick Jr. cartoon character, makes her Nintendo Wii debut in "Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Snow Princess," a video game based on a TV movie and DVD of the same name. And what a debut it is.

Kids save the day with Dora on Wii

Thu, 2008-11-06 21:33
Dora the Explorer, the mega-popular Nick Jr. cartoon character, makes her Nintendo Wii debut in "Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves the Snow Princess," a video game based on a TV movie and DVD of the same name. And what a debut it is.

'High School Musical 3' fans can rock out in 2 video games

Fri, 2008-10-31 07:56
With the October 24th big-screen release of High School Musical 3, interest in the East High students Troy, Gabriella, Sharpay, Ryan, Chad and Taylor is hitting a fever pitch. Tweens and teens can satisfy that interest by playing two new video games that let kids relive the musical highs of this song-and-dance film.

'High School Musical 3' fans can rock out in 2 video games

Thu, 2008-10-30 20:34
With the October 24th big-screen release of High School Musical 3, interest in the East High students Troy, Gabriella, Sharpay, Ryan, Chad and Taylor is hitting a fever pitch. Tweens and teens can satisfy that interest by playing two new video games that let kids relive the musical highs of this song-and-dance film.

Sackboy gaming's next star in 'LittleBigPlanet'

Fri, 2008-10-24 07:44
Mario, Nintendo's beloved character, may have to share his superstar spotlight with an upstart video game character know as Sackboy.

Sackboy gaming's next star in 'LittleBigPlanet'

Thu, 2008-10-23 21:05
Mario, Nintendo's beloved character, may have to share his superstar spotlight with an upstart video game character know as Sackboy.

New 'Viva Pinata' game continues the magic

Fri, 2008-10-17 04:06
"Viva Pinata: Trouble in Paradise," a Microsoft Xbox 360 exclusive, doesn't stray far from the core game play that made Microsoft's original "Viva Pinata" so popular.

New 'Viva Pinata' game continues the magic

Fri, 2008-10-17 04:06
"Viva Pinata: Trouble in Paradise," a Microsoft Xbox 360 exclusive, doesn't stray far from the core game play that made Microsoft's original "Viva Pinata" so popular.

Send grade-schoolers on 'Brain Quest' on DS

Mon, 2008-10-13 12:32
"Where do tornadoes occur most frequently?" Would your children know it's in the Midwest of the United States? They would if they had been playing Brain Quest: Grades 5 & 6, one of two new Brain Quest games from Electronic Arts for the Nintendo DS. The other is Brain Quest: Grades 3 & 4.

Send grade-schoolers on 'Brain Quest' on DS

Mon, 2008-10-13 12:32
"Where do tornadoes occur most frequently?" Would your children know it's in the Midwest of the United States? They would if they had been playing Brain Quest: Grades 5 & 6, one of two new Brain Quest games from Electronic Arts for the Nintendo DS. The other is Brain Quest: Grades 3 & 4.

Paint and party with 'de Blob'

Fri, 2008-10-03 03:41
THQ's new video game "de Blob" for the Nintendo Wii introduces an exciting gelatinous hero who defeats bad guys by painting a city vibrant colors. And he does his thing with music that changes depending on how you play. Sound intriguing? It is. But is it right for your child? Maybe not.

'Active Life' challenges kids to get moving with Wii

Fri, 2008-09-26 00:31
Bandai Namco's "Active Life Outdoor Challenge" takes the active gaming that has made the Nintendo Wii so popular and ups the ante.

Find hidden objects to solve mystery in new DS game

Thu, 2008-09-18 21:54
Hidden objects puzzles, the kind found in "Where's Waldo?" and "I Spy" books, have always appealed to kids. Those types of puzzles can now be found in the video game "Mystery Case Files: MillionHeir."

'Harvest Moon' sows little happiness at 10

Thu, 2008-09-11 14:11
Originally launched on the Super Nintendo, the "Harvest Moon" series of video games is celebrating its 10th anniversary with the release of "Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness" for the Nintendo DS. Unfortunately, unless you have extreme patience, you will not experience much happiness with this software title that suffers from difficult controls and tedious game play.

'Pajama Sam' leads kids on Wii adventure

Thu, 2008-09-04 16:43
If you're looking for a fun game for young children on the Nintendo Wii, "Pajama Sam: Don't Fear the Dark" fits the bill.

'Animal Genius' brings wild learning to PCs

Thu, 2008-08-28 17:57
If you are looking for a way to ease your kids back into school, Animal Genius, a new computer software game that makes learning science fun, may be what you need.

Cheetah Girls go international in new DS game

Thu, 2008-08-21 20:52
In The Cheetah Girls: Passport to Stardom, a new Nintendo DS video game, the Disney-created girl band of Aqua, Chanel and Dorinda (aka The Cheetah Girls) jet-sets around the world to compete in international dance and singing competitions.

Leapster grows up with Didj

Thu, 2008-08-14 18:41
For kids who have been weaned on Leapster educational video games, there's a new system for them when they outgrow its content. LeapFrog now offers the next stage of educational gaming, called the Didj Custom Gaming System, a handheld for kids ages 6 to 10.

Computer Cool School makes learning safe, fun on PC

Thu, 2008-07-31 17:12
Has your preschooler discovered your computer? Perhaps slipping sticky fingers on your keyboard to see what happens? With the Fisher-Price Computer Cool School, you can encourage young kids to play on your computer with no risk to your personal or business files.