Diner Dash 5: Boom! (Windows, Mac)
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New classic beat-the-clock game, now connected to Facebook.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that Diner Dash 5: Boom! is a downloadable computer game that can be connected to Facebook, allowing players to trade specially-won bonus items through the social networking site. As different parents have some very different opinions of and feelings toward Facebook, this is definitely a factor to keep in mind. In addition to that, parents should know that much eating of snacks -- popcorn, pretzels, cotton candy -- goes on in the course of the game. But there is also a salad bar.
Educational value:
Not applicable.
Positive role models:
Flo is endlessly upbeat -- she never doubts her ability to win out in the end. She is an industrious, hard worker, who actually seems to find her job fun. And she's a people pleaser, always looking out to make sure everybody is happy and satisfied. With the exception of some obnoxious customers, the side characters are great role models as well, always chipping in to lend a hand and help out when needed.
Ease of play:
Classic case of "minutes to learn, lifetime to master." Almost anyone can play, but as you become more experienced, you'll discover new strategies and smarter game plans you can try out.
Violence:
In the setup to the story, Flo's diner collapses into rubble with people inside. It is very cartoony (i.e. giant cloud of dust), and no one is hurt.
Sex:
Some customers will be dating couples who will smooch each other across the table. It's really quite tame.
Language:
Not applicable.
Consumerism:
The game is connect to Facebook and allows players to gift unlockable items to their Facebook friends. This is liable to entice non-Facebook users into joining the social networking service.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
Not applicable.
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nee nee b
teen, 16 years old
teen, 16 years old
?i love the game its good?
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This game is very fun. The worker, Flo really shows that if you work hard, you will have great success! Flo is always happy and willing to do anything to anyone to make them happy!
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