Demolition Dash HD

Your tiny monster has one thing on his (or her) mind -- destroying everything in its path -- but the game is very cartoon-like and charming. The rampage sees you overturning cars and trucks and sending police in the air with your roar. The app has no blood or screams of despair, however.

Parents need to know that Demolition Dash HD is an arcade game in which your character is a Godzilla-like creature wreaking havoc on cities including Paris and Rio de Janeiro. It's a nonstop trail of destruction, but one that's done in cartoon fashion by a cute little monster, whose roars sound like a toddler. You'll avoid hazards (like pits and police) by jumping and roaring, the only game controls. Parents should be aware, though, that the game rewards players occasionally with coupon codes, which can be redeemed at the developer's Facebook page; the codes offer users discounts at a variety of online retailers. From a business standpoint, it's an interesting monetization method, but it adds a heavy layer of commercialization to the game. Users can also share high scores via the Game Center social network, but participation is optional.