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MySims Agents (Wii)
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MySims Agents (Wii)

Why We Recommend It

Cool secret-agent sim challenges kids to solve entwined mysteries. Nifty spy gadgets help players outwit adversaries.

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We Cheer 2 (Nintendo Wii)
Parents Need to Know...

that We Cheer 2 expands on the original cheerleading sim by allowing players to play as male cheerleaders as well as female.  Whereas the original was rated E10+ for Mild Lyrics, this sequel ratchets up the descriptors to "Lyrics ... read more

Age 10+
We Cheer 2
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All Star Cheer Squad 2 (Nintendo Wii)
Parents Need to Know...

that All Star Cheer Squad 2 as a sequel to the 2008 cheer game. It is one of the best cheerleading games currently available on the market. Not just a "girly" game, this squad can consist of both boys and girls. Players can ... read more

Age 7+
All Star Cheer Squad 2
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The Biggest Loser (Nintendo DS, Nintendo Wii)
Parents Need to Know...

that The Biggest Loser is a fitness sim for the Wii based on the TV show of the same name. Unlike some other fitness sims, The Biggest Loser doesn't rely on Body Mass Index (BMI) to decide if a person is the "correct" weight. ... read more

Age 10+
The Biggest Loser
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Wii Fit Plus (Nintendo Wii)
Parents Need to Know...

that Wii Fit Plus contains the original Wii Fit and adds more content. It can be purchased with the Wii Balance Board or as a separate disc if you already own the Wii Balance Board. This upgraded version provides 15 new games bringing the ... read more

Age 10+
Wii Fit Plus
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Active Life: Extreme Challenge (Nintendo Wii)
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that this is a compilation of sports games played on the Wii using a special mat controller. The game can be purchased with the Active Life Mat Controller, or separately if you already own an Active Life Mat Controller (which came bundled ... read more

Age 6+
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EA Sports Active (Nintendo Wii)
Parents Need to Know...

that this is a workout program for the Wii rather than a game. While there are sports minigames incorporated into some of the fitness programs, the focus of this product is working out. While more serious than Wii Fit (which introduced ... read more

Age 12+
EA Sports Active
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Gold's Gym Cardio Workout (Nintendo Wii)
Parents Need to Know...

that this boxing simulator will provide a healthy cardio workout in a gym setting. Players work out with equipment and trainers and don't actually face opponents in the boxing ring. The atmosphere is one of a gym cardio class. read more

Age 10+
Gold's Gym Cardio Workout
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Jillian Michaels' Fitness Ultimatum 2009 (Nintendo Wii)
Parents Need to Know...

there isn't anything in this game that should raise an eyebrow. In fact, consider yourself fortunate if your children want to play this game as it's one tough exercise-based video game. That said, some of the songs that play contain ... read more

Age 10+
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My Fitness Coach (Nintendo Wii)
Parents Need to Know...

that this application is like a workout video where the workout changes every time based on player feedback. A female instructor named Maya offers encouraging advice and demonstrates each exercise, but players could also benefit from ... read more

Age 12+
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Wii Fit (Nintendo Wii)
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that this game comes packaged with the Wii Balance Board, which you use in the 40+ activities including aerobics, balance, yoga, and strength training. The software tracks the number of minutes that you play on the board per day and ... read more

Age 10+
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Active Life: Outdoor Challenge (Nintendo Wii)
Parents Need to Know...

that this Wii game costs a little more money than most because it comes packaged with its own Active Life Mat controller on which kids will run, jump, and sit as they play very active games. Expect to see a lot of sweat, hear a lot of ... read more

Age 6+
Active Life: Outdoor Challenge
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Smart Cycle (Plug and Play TV games)
Parents Need to Know...

that while this gaming system is touted as encouraging kids to exercise, only two of the seven activities require the child to pedal. However, all the games are played while sitting on the bike and they are fun and age-appropriate. Kids ... read more

Age 4+
Smart Cycle
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