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Animal Genius (DS)
(2007, Video Games - Educational, Rated E, Play it on: Nintendo DS)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 3, age appropriate for kids over 4; suggested age 4. -
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Common Sense says
Talking DS game is fun romp with animals.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 4 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Animal Genius (DS)
Parents need to know this is one of very few Nintendo DS games that actually talk to kids. They do not need to read to play this game, making it accessible to children as young as 4 but will be fun even for 10-year-olds. Parents of the youngest gamers should gauge their child's ability to play a game where a lion jumps on a zebra in a maze to devour it. There is no blood (the zebra just disappears) but the lion roars before it pounces. You can steer clear of this version of the "Maze Munch," choosing to play as a clownfish, skunk, or chameleon instead.
Read our full review by Jinny Gudmundsen
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the 25 animals showcased in this game. How are certain animals the same or different? Which of the four games is your favorite to play and why?
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Lives in West VirginiaI rate this title on for age 2 and give it- Lives in MarylandI rate this title on for age 5 and give it
Good introductory game for children
My 5 year old son loved this Nintendo DS game, but he acquired all 25 animals in three days. As this was his first "gaming" experience, it was not very challenging. "Maze Munch" is the only questionable content (i.e., lions eat/pounce on zebras...no blood), but my son did not want to play the maze games where his character was chased (i.e, grouper catches/eats clown fish, fox catches skunk)...also, some intimidating music with the grouper/clown fish. Very educational...lots of fun animal facts...very enjoyable!
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