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Reviewed bySusan Yudt
Popular teen site Zwinktopia.com now has a little sister: the pink and purple virtual world ZWINKYCUTIES.COM, which was specifically designed for a younger audience. Users can create an avatar, decorate their room, explore locations like the mall and the movie theater, and have conversations with other cuties using pre-scripted chat phrases. Playing games like "Pie Oh My" or "Preps vs. Goths" earns you ZBucks, which paid "Jet Setter" members can trade in for clothes, furniture, and other items. Jet Setters also have access to a wider selection of games, hangouts, and virtual pets (regular users can only get a goldfish).

Is It Any Good?

3
ZwinkyCuties.com scores points for being easy to use -- it starts off with a helpful tutorial of its features and provides clear instructions. The games are fun and nicely animated, especially the Snood-like "Best in Show" and the simple yet addictive "Ping Pong Mania." Despite the site's over-the-top girliness, the animation can be adorable -- like the hopping bunny slippers at the pet store or the cat that plays with a ball of string.

On the downside, parents may not be thrilled by the site's focus on fashion, shopping, and cuteness as the defining factors of girlhood. (P.S.: There are boys on the site, but they're vastly outnumbered by girls.)

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