Nancy Drew: Warnings at Waverly Academy (Windows)

I have played nearly every Nancy Drew computer game out there; I have skipped some of the older ones. This one could possibly be my favorite. I have no concerns about this game, for it has lots of educational value. For example, in one section of the game you are required to build a DNA structure. When, a few weeks after playing, I went into science class to learn about DNA, I was happy to find out I knew all the answers ahead of time. In another part of the game, you have to reconstruct a map of the United States. You also get to learn about some basic musical notation. The game offers many chances for fun too, such as air hockey, "scram", and working at the snack shop. Tween/teen girls will be amused by the concepts of gossip, suspicion, rumors, and lies. The only reason I have this rated iffy for 10 and up is because the puzzles might be a bit tough for ages ten+. You do need to put thought into the puzzles, which is the biggest educational aspect of them all. Truly a remarkable game, HER Interactive!

Most of the girls (except Mel and Nancy) are not good role models. They tend to bad mouth each other, call them names, and gossip and lie about them. I don't appreciate it, so if your kids aren't sensitive this stuff can seem funny, but you should know them so that they don't repeat the bad things that the girls say. But, like I've said before, Nancy is a good role model and is patient with the girls even when they aren't good to her. She is also very understanding towards Mel (who happens to be one of my favorites). But the game can get a bit scary, like when a girl gets locked in a closet, you hear her banging and shouting and she sounds scared and may be frightening. There is also talk about one girl's allergic reaction, but it's only mentioned and never shown.But, there is one part to be extra careful about. In one scene, near the end of the game, if you don't solve the pit and the pengelum puzzle correctly then Nancy get's cut, it's not bloody or gory but the thought is very disturbing. But, there are also some good educational message. You learn a few things about Edgar Allen Poe and also you can learn a lot from the DNA puzzle. So once again, know your kid and for younger kids, teach them about the consequences of bullying and telling lies.

I love the Nancy Drew games, partly because I've learned a lot from them. In this particular game, I got to learn musical notation, which I loved! I also love how Nancy never says anything bad about the other girls, amidst all of the gossip and cattiness. The game is also pretty easy to navigate. The puzzles offer a challenge, which is really great. Being able to choose Junior or Senior detective is also a plus, especially if you are a first time or younger player. All in all, I feel that Warnings at Waverly Academy is a great game. I can't wait for the next one! =o)

Nancy Drew games are THE BEST! They are so educational-in the game, I needed to create a DNA model...the next day at school, we had a pop quiz about the DNA model-if it weren't for Nancy Drew, I would have failed! Nancy Drew games are fun, challenging, and suspensful (without being too scary)! I also like how you get to explore the different rooms, it is a very interactive game!