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Yoshi's Island DS
(2006, Video Games - Action/Adventure, Rated E, Play it on: Nintendo DS)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 6, age appropriate for kids over 7; suggested age 7. -
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Common Sense says
Fast, challenging, and charming Mario game remake.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 7 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Yoshi's Island DS
Parents need to know that this colorful, charming game has a lot of youth appeal, but may be challenging for the youngest players drawn to its visual style. The game demands a lot of precise jumping while dodging, stomping, and shooting eggs at enemies. Many levels require strategizing and puzzle solving. The touch screen on the DS rarely comes into play; instead, gameplay spans both screens (leaving a small missing region in between that can hide important visuals).
Read our full review by Chris Jozefowicz
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about why Nintendo remade this game, which is similar to a game from an old system. Are such remakes good for introducing young gamers to old games? Or are companies just recycling old material? Are you more likely to want a game simply because it features Mario or one of his pals? Do you like the challenging parts of the game or are you sometimes too frustrated with them?
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Most Recent Reviews
Lives in PennsylvaniaI rate this title on for age 2 and give it- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
- Safety isn't an issue
- Easy to play
- Lives in CaliforniaI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
A good game.
One of the best yoshi's island games so far.
- Lives in KansasI rate this title on for age 5 and give it
- Lives in NevadaI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
I should get that game.
- Lives inI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
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