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MySims Agents (Wii)
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MySims Agents (Wii)

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

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Band Hero (PlayStation 2, Nintendo DS, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3, Nintendo DSi)
Parents Need to Know...

Band Hero is a music game with more family-friendly content compared to the songs found in the harder-edged Guitar Hero and DJ Hero games. Aside from a few sparse words that might raise an eyebrow, this game is great for kids of all ages. ... read more

Age 10+
Band Hero
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LEGO Rock Band (Nintendo DS, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3)
Parents Need to Know...

that LEGO Rock Band is a music simulation game that is purposely made easier to play than traditional Rock Band games. It features a Super Easy mode that allows newbies and kids to play. It couples the playing of music with a silly ... read more

Age 8+
LEGO Rock Band
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Disney Sing It! Pop Hits (PlayStation 2, Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3)
Parents Need to Know...

that this karaoke-style music game features the songs and music videos of some of today's hottest pop stars, including Demi Lovato, Miley Cyrus, the Jonas Brothers, Taylor Swift, Colbie Clalat and Duffy. As is typical of a Disney product, ... read more

Age 10+
Disney Sing It! Pop Hits
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DJ Hero (PlayStation 2, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3)
Parents Need to Know...

DJ Hero -- much like Guitar Hero -- is a game that focuses on music, rhythm, and having fun with friends. There are some minor word and phrases that might offend which referr to drugs or sex. And some female characters dance in a sexy way ... read more

Age 13+
DJ Hero
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Lips: Number One Hits (Xbox 360)
Parents Need to Know...

that this fabulously made, highly entertaining karaoke game features the actual music videos for most of the songs it includes. Those videos often feature scantily clad women, sexual material, suggestive dancing, and sometimes cussing, ... read more

Age 16+
Lips: Number One Hits
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The Beatles: Rock Band (Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3)
Parents Need to Know...

that this historic game is a fairly clean music-based video game that only received its "Teen" rating because of some mildly suggestive lyrics (occasional smoking and sex references). In "A Day in the Life," which will ... read more

Age 11+
The Beatles: Rock Band
5
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Guitar Hero 5 (PlayStation 2, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3)
Parents Need to Know...

this music simulation game has a "Teen" rating  mainly because of some off-color lyrics in a few of the 85 songs. This includes some sexual themes, references to drinking, smoking, and violence, and use of some swear words. One ... read more

Age 13+
Guitar Hero 5
4
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Hannah Montana: Rock Out the Show (PSP)
Parents Need to Know...

that this kid-friendly rhythm action game, like the TV show on which it's based, is squeaky clean. This first ever Hannah Montana PSP game can be purchased separately for $40 or as part of a Hannah Montana pack that includes a ... read more

Age 8+
Hannah Montana: Rock Out the Show
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Guitar Hero on Tour: Modern Hits (Nintendo DS)
Parents Need to Know...

that this rhythm game contains lyrics from modern pop and alt-rock songs, a few of which reference violence, sex, and alcohol. Some also contain mild profanity. The language is never graphic or gratuitous. Kids unschooled in music may ... read more

Age 10+
Guitar Hero on Tour: Modern Hits
4
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Rock Band Unplugged (PSP)
Parents Need to Know...

that this music game is rated "Teen" for some potentially offensive rock lyrics and cartoon-like musicians who can be suggestively dressed. read more

Age 11+
Rock Band Unplugged
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Wheels on the Bus (iPhone, iPod)
Parents Need to Know...

that this is an interactive version of the children's classic song brought to life on either the iPhone or the iPod Touch. In addition to hearing the song sung in 5 languages, kids can participate in the action by touching the device's ... read more

Age 3+
Wheels on the Bus
5
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Mevo and the Grooveriders (Windows)
Parents Need to Know...

this game is a family friendly platformer for the PC that folds in elements from the popular music game genre. There isn't anything eyebrow-raising in this game. read more

Age 8+
Mevo and the Grooveriders
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Major Minor's Majestic March (Nintendo Wii)
Parents Need to Know...

that in spite of its colorful and kid-friendly veneer, the game's finicky controls will likely frustrate kids rather than engage them. There's no objectionable content. read more

Age 9+
Major Minor's Majestic March
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Rhythm Heaven (Nintendo DS)
Parents Need to Know...

this is a game that will frustrate those who aren't blessed with rhythm, very precise rhythm. That's most of us.The game is being promoted by Beyonce in a TV commercial. read more

Age 8+
Rhythm Heaven
2
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Guitar Hero: Metallica (PlayStation 2, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3)
Parents Need to Know...

that this is a sequel to the very popular Guitar Hero game. While some of the lyrics might raise an eyebrow here and there -- with references to sex, drugs, and violence -- it's certainly tame compared to other T-rated games. read more

Age 13+
Guitar Hero: Metallica
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Dancing with the Stars: We Dance (DS) (Nintendo DS)
Parents Need to Know...

that this is a game based on the TV ballroom dancing show Dancing with the Stars. It is also sold under the name Dancing with the Stars: Get Your Dance On! The game is rated E+10 because some of the lyrics in of the dance songs are ... read more

Age 8+
Dancing with the Stars: We Dance (DS)
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Dancing with the Stars: We Dance (Wii) (Nintendo Wii)
Parents Need to Know...

that this is a game based on the TV reality dance show Dancing with the Stars. It features 10 dance couples from the previous seasons but not the current eighth season contestants. The game is rated E+10 for some song lyrics that ... read more

Age 8+
Dancing with the Stars: We Dance (Wii)
3
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Disney Sing It: High School Musical 3: Senior Year (PlayStation 2, Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3)
Parents Need to Know...

that this is a karaoke game which showcases all 10 songs from High School Musical 3 as well as 15 songs from the first two High School Musical movies. The songs are shown with the video clips from the movies. It features both solo and ... read more

Age 7+
Disney Sing It: High School Musical 3: Senior Year
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Karaoke Revolution Presents: American Idol Encore 2 (Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3)
Parents Need to Know...

Parents should know this game is rated "Everyone 10+" (recommended for children age 10 and older) for some potentially offensive words including "hell," "damn" and "bloody hell." That said, the game's lyrics are tamer than most other music ... read more

Age 10+
Karaoke Revolution Presents: American Idol Encore 2
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Ultimate Band (Nintendo DS, Nintendo Wii)
Parents Need to Know...

that this is the latest game to jump on the music game bandwagon, but unlike some others, it doesn't require guitar and drum peripherals to play. The E10+ rating refers to some very mild language such as "crap," "ass," ... read more

Age 10+
Ultimate Band
3
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Lips (Xbox 360)
Parents Need to Know...

that this game is a sing-along party game featuring 40 well-known songs from popular artists. It isn't meant for kids; the packaging, music, and design make it clear the game was intended for an audience of teens or older players. ... read more

Age 13+
Lips
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