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Game reviews for adventures & science and nature, science

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  • Review
    Re-Mission 2

    This clever game teaches kids about cancer and its treatments by putting the information inside six engaging games.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Mac, Windows
    (Game, 2013)
  • Review
    LEGO City Undercover

    The game promotes exploration, discovery, and imagination in a colorful and cartoonish world that feels like the world's biggest LEGO collection come to life.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Nintendo Wii U
    (Game, 2013)
  • Review
    StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm

    "Stellar" sci-fi strategy expansion wows fans of the series.
    AGE
    14
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Mac, Windows
    (Game, 2013)
  • Review
    Tomb Raider

    M-rated reboot of usually T-rated series is super violent.
    AGE
    17
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: PlayStation 3, Windows, Xbox 360
    (Game, 2013)
  • Review
    SimCity

    Exciting but technically flawed city-building simulation.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Windows
    (Game, 2013)
  • Review
    Dead Space 3

    Bloody, gory sci-fi action sequel, now with co-op support.
    AGE
    17
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: PlayStation 3, Windows, Xbox 360
    (Game, 2013)
  • Review
    Power Rangers Super Samurai

    Kids mimic fighting on Kinect; filled with fantasy violence.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Xbox 360
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Midway Arcade Origins

    Travel back in time with collection of fun '80s games.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Need For Speed: Most Wanted

    Cops vs. street racers challenge rewards recklessness.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation Vita, Windows, Xbox 360
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Transformers Prime: The Game

    Ideal for fans of the TV show, packed with frenetic action.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo DS, Nintendo Wii, Nintendo Wii U
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Nancy Drew: The Deadly Device

    Exciting mystery teaches about physics and electricity.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Mac, Windows
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    New Super Mario Bros. 2

    This Mario doubles the fun by letting two players explore the whole game together in a cooperative way.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Nintendo 3DS
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    LeapFrog Explorer Learning Game: Disney Phineas and Ferb

    Battle the evil Dr. Doof with math, science, and technology.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: LeapPad Explorer, Leapster Explorer
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance

    Disney characters star in fight-filled role-playing game.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: Nintendo 3DS
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Myst (Nintendo 3DS)

    While not new, Myst for Nintendo 3DS is fun, challenging.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Nintendo 3DS
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Endless Space

    Tough, fresh strategy game is like Civilization in space.
    AGE
    12
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Windows
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Spelunky

    Highly challenging platformer rewards dogged determination.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Xbox 360
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    LeapFrog Explorer Learning Game: Brave

    Adventure game challenges your knowledge of flora and fauna.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: LeapPad Explorer, LeapPad2, Leapster Explorer
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Quantum Conundrum

    Inventive puzzles about changing physics provide delightful brainteasers.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: PlayStation 3, Windows, Xbox 360
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Sid Meier's Civilization V: Gods & Kings

    This fantastic expansion to the top-rated Civilization V game adds religion into the historic mix.
    AGE
    11
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: Mac, Windows
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Splice

    Fun but tricky puzzler provides players little guidance.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Mac, Windows
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    LeapFrog Explorer Learning Game: The Magic School Bus: Oceans

    This deep sea dive is teeming with fish and education.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: LeapPad Explorer, LeapPad2, Leapster Explorer, LeapsterGS
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Max Payne 3

    Gritty action game overflows with gore, sex, and profanity.
    AGE
    17
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: PlayStation 3, Windows, Xbox 360
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Mortal Kombat (PS Vita)

    Very violent and graphic fighting game now on handheld.
    AGE
    17
     
    Learning
    1
    Platforms: PlayStation Vita
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Disney Animal Kingdom Explorers

    This exciting Facebook game mixes hidden-animal puzzles with zoo-building simulation to teach kids about animals and conservation issues.
    AGE
    13
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Facebook
    (Game, 2012)