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All reviews for superheroes

316 results
  • Review
    The Ico & Shadow of the Colossus Collection

    Two classic, artsy games stand the test of time when remastered.
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    13
     
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    Platforms: PlayStation 3
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    X-Men: Destiny

    Moral choice aspect is overshadowed by lots of brawling.
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    12
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker 2

    Battling monsters is strategic rather than violent.
    AGE
    8
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    Kirby Mass Attack

    This game offers a novel way of playing by controlling up to 10 characters at once.
    AGE
    8
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    The Penguins of Madagascar: Dr. Blowhole Returns Again! (Wii)

    Use the uDraw tablet for wacky comic adventures.
    AGE
    7
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo Wii
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    Thor

    Surprisingly complex superhero action-adventure.
    AGE
    13
     
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    (DVD, 2011)
  • Review
    The Penguins of Madagascar: Dr. Blowhole Returns Again!

    Very active game makes great use of Kinect motion controls.
    AGE
    7
     
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    Platforms: Xbox 360
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    Numbers League

    Hiding within this cool superhero game is a lot of math learning.
    AGE
    7
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    The Astonishing Secret of Awesome Man

    Exciting look at the fun (and fatigue) of being a superhero.
    AGE
    4
     
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    By Michael Chabon
    (Book, 2011)
  • Review
    Deus Ex: Human Revolution

    Mature themes, violence accompany mech-enhanced humans RPG.
    AGE
    17
     
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    Platforms: PlayStation 3, Windows, Xbox 360
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    SpongeBob Frozen Face Off

    Interactive story based on the popular cartoon, with gaming.
    AGE
    6
     
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    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Angry Birds on Google+

    Fave app morphs well into social networking game.
    AGE
    13
     
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    Platforms: Google+
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    Spy Kids: All the Time in the World

    Kids may get frustrated by tough, unforgiving gameplay.
    AGE
    8
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo DSi
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    Iron Man

    Anime-style adaptation with strong hero, military setting.
    AGE
    10
     
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    (TV, 2011)
  • Review
    Wolverine

    Solid Marvel anime series with lots of gore, some drinking.
    AGE
    14
     
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    (TV, 2011)
  • Review
    Captain America: Super Soldier

    Fun, action-packed superhero game complements movie release.
    AGE
    13
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Nintendo 3DS
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    Captain America: Sentinel of Liberty

    Fun comic book action, but lacks originality and length.
    AGE
    10
     
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    Platforms: iPhone, Android, iPod Touch, iPad
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Marvel Super Hero Squad Online

    Kids play superheroes in mildly violent online game.
    AGE
    9
     
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    Platforms: Mac, Windows
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    Ms. 'Splosion Man

    Fun but challenging side-scroller with moderate violence.
    AGE
    13
     
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    Platforms: Xbox 360
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    Alphas

    Some violence plus positive messages in sci-fi crime drama.
    AGE
    15
     
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    (TV, 2011)
  • Review
    ThunderCats (1980s)

    Classic 'toon's conflict is OK for older kids.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2011)
  • Review
    X-Men

    Cartoon violence with no blood in arcade remake.
    AGE
    10
     
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    Platforms: iPhone, Android, iPod Touch, iPad, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2011)
  • Review
    Green Lantern: Emerald Knights

    Violent, animated superhero movie with thoughtful messages.
    AGE
    12
     
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    (DVD, 2011)
  • Review
    Green Lantern: Rise of the Manhunters

    Great visuals and smooth controls in solid action game.
    AGE
    12
     
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    Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
    (Game, 2011)
  • Review
    Cartoon Network: Punch Time Explosion

    Cartoon brawler is pale imitation of Super Smash Bros.
    AGE
    11
     
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    Platforms: Nintendo 3DS
    (Game, 2011)