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Game reviews for simulation

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  • Review
    EyePet

    Innovative virtual pet game uses PS3 Move controller.
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    6
     
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    Platforms: PlayStation 3
    (Game, 2010)
  • Review
    The Sims 3: Fast Lane Stuff

    For fans of The Sims 3, this add-on pack includes must-have vehicles and accessories.
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    15
     
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    Platforms: Windows
    (Game, 2010)
  • Review
    Tom Clancy's H.A.W.X. 2

    Aerial combat sequel with bloodless violence, bad language.
    AGE
    13
     
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    Platforms: PlayStation 3, Windows, Xbox 360
    (Game, 2010)
  • Review
    Harvest Moon: Grand Bazaar

    For kids with a yen for farming, this farm-sim lets you raise and sell crops, bail hay, and charm the neighbors.
    AGE
    9
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi
    (Game, 2010)
  • Review
    WIldlife Camp

    Mix of medicine and mysticism in an enjoyable animal sim.
    AGE
    8
     
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    Platforms: Windows
    (Game, 2010)
  • Review
    The Sims 3: Ambitions

    Expansion lets players dive into Sims’ professional lives.
    AGE
    15
     
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    Platforms: Windows
    (Game, 2010)
  • Review
    FrontierVille

    Facebook game takes FarmVille concept to a new level.
    AGE
    13
     
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    Platforms: Facebook
    (Game, 2010)
  • Review
    A Sailor's Life for Me

    Informative history title is more text than game.
    AGE
    7
     
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    2
    Platforms: Mac, Windows
    (Game, 2010)
  • Review
    Surviving High School
    Smart and funny teen soap opera with some mature scenarios.
    AGE
    13
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DSi
    (Game, 2010)
  • Review
    Pony Friends 2

    For kids who love -- really, really love -- ponies, this virtual pet sim is an outstanding game.
    AGE
    7
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi, Nintendo Wii, Windows
    (Game, 2010)
  • Review
    Endless Ocean: Blue World
    Scuba diving sequel adds danger and an engaging story.
    AGE
    10
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo Wii
    (Game, 2010)
  • Review
    The Sims 3: High-End Loft Stuff
    High-end gear gives Sims a taste of materialism.
    AGE
    14
     
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    Platforms: Mac, Windows
    (Game, 2010)
  • Review
    Artist Colony
    Fresh artists' lifestyle sim has some suggestive themes.
    AGE
    13
     
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    (Game, 2009)
  • Review
    Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus Friends: Asian Elephants
    Elephant care is fun, but mini-games are totally unrelated.
    AGE
    8
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi
    (Game, 2009)
  • Review
    Discovery Kids: Spider Quest
    Kids collect and play with creepy crawlers in pet sim game.
    AGE
    9
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi
    (Game, 2009)
  • Review
    The Sims 3: World Adventures

    Expansion pack allows Sims to explore exotic cultures.
    AGE
    15
     
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    Platforms: Windows
    (Game, 2009)
  • Review
    My Hero: Doctor
    Medical drama potentially too harrowing for younger kids.
    AGE
    8
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi
    (Game, 2009)
  • Review
    My Hero: Firefighter
    Kids get thrills and fire safety lessons at the same time.
    AGE
    8
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi
    (Game, 2009)
  • Review
    Petz: Dogz Talent Show

    Basic-but-fun pet sim shows little ones the way to an animal's heart: through attention, patience, and love.
    AGE
    6
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi
    (Game, 2009)
  • Review
    My Baby: First Steps
    Toddler simulator is genuine, polished, even educational.
    AGE
    8
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi, Nintendo Wii
    (Game, 2009)
  • Review
    Petz: Nursery
    Simple baby animals pet sim promotes other Petz games.
    AGE
    6
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi
    (Game, 2009)
  • Review
    Food Network: Cook or Be Cooked
    Cooking game teaches the basics of how to use a kitchen.
    AGE
    10
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo Wii
    (Game, 2009)
  • Review
    World of Zoo
    Spectacular virtual zoo lets kids get creative with animals.
    AGE
    8
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi, Nintendo Wii, Windows
    (Game, 2009)
  • Review
    Petz: Dolphinz Encounter
    Ocean animal simulator is fun, educational, and eco-minded.
    AGE
    9
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi
    (Game, 2009)
  • Review
    Imagine Teacher Class Trip
    Experience life as a teacher, supervising her class at camp.
    AGE
    8
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS
    (Game, 2009)