Common Sense Media Review
By Mark Raby
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
New-age fantasy story with puzzles; best for younger gamers.
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A Fairy Tale
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What's It About?
A FAIRY TALE presents the classic feel-good story expected from a game with such a name, but with a new story adapted for modern audiences. The story is about a fairy's quest to restore peace to a forest that has become paralyzed by an evil creature. The message is similar to the classic tale of David and Goliath, in which small fairies grow to believe in themselves and realize when they put their minds to it, they can overcome a big evil. Along the way, players are faced with menacing storylines and scary moments about a haunted forest, but in the end, the focus is on teamwork and the power of good.
Is It Any Good?
The gameplay in A Fairy Tale is very easy and accessible. It's good fare for young gamers, but isn't meant to appeal to older players with experience playing games. In this game, the puzzles and actual gameplay take a back seat to the story. It's presented more as a digital storybook, with the puzzle gameplay thrown in as a secondary component. For those who are interested in fairytales, the game holds its weight. It delivers a strong, positive message for young children new to gaming.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the violence in the game, albeit very fantastical in nature. Why do you think the monster is terrorizing the forest?
Why is it better to work with others to solve a problem?
When have you felt you couldn't overcome a challenge?
Game Details
- Platform : Nintendo DSi
- Pricing structure :
- Available online? : Not available online
- Publisher : Lemon Games
- Release date : April 5, 2011
- Genre : Puzzle
- ESRB rating :
- Last updated : February 15, 2023
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