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ESRB Rating: Everyone

Scooby-Doo! Unmasked (THQ) $29.99 
Our testers have had fun playing this game.  As fans of Scooby-Doo they were excited to get their hands on this game, however they have commented that it's hard.  They have found it hard to master some of the maneuvers - which isn't a bad thing!  The story behind the game is that Fred’s cousin, Jed, is missing and Scooby and Mystery, Inc. have to find him. Kids will have fun collecting different costumes for Scooby that give him special powers they will also appreciate the authentic voices. Platforms:  PS2, Xbox, GameCube, GBA

Tak: The Great Juju Challenge (THQ) $39.99
This  is the third installation of the Tak games.  It is about a boy named Tak and his buddy Lok. The story is about a competition, The Great Juju Challenge, which requires completing various levels, challenges, races against the clock, and high score requirements.  According to our tester it was challenging, but fun.  He has played the previous Tak games and likes the character.  This game has four worlds and various levels.  He said it was really challenging and liked the score and time requirements.   Platforms: PS2, Xbox, GameCube, GBA, Nintendo DS

Danny Phantom: The Ultimate Enemy (THQ) $29.99
Our tester, a fan of Danny Phantom, the Nickelodon cartoon, thought that this game was a blast.  Danny Phantom, is a half-ghost with paranormal powers.  He is responsible for capturing ghosts and monsters roaming the earth. Our tester liked the story, enjoyed Danny's special skills which include walking through walls and shooting beams.  He thought it was a fun game that fans of the show would enjoy.  Platform: GBA 

Fairly Odd Parents: Clash with the Anti-World (THQ) $19.99
This game is based on the hugely popular TV show on Nickelodeon.  Cosmo, Wanda (the Fairy God Parents) and Timmy Turner go up against Mr. Crocker, and evil anti-fairies who have broken into Dimmsdale (where Timmy lives). It's up to Timmy and his Fairy God Parents have to defeat the anti-fairies and Mr. Crocker in their plan to take over the world. Our tester thought that this was a fun game, but short, he said that fans of the show would enjoy playing it.  Platform: Game Boy Advance 

Bratz Rock Angelz (THQ) $39.99
Our two testers, aged 7 and 9 just loved this game.   They reported that they really liked the fact that they could be any character they wanted to.  They liked that they could change their clothes, make new friends, have pets etc.  They get to do the makeup on their girls which was a big plus -  since according to their moms they are REALLY into now.  They liked that it included characters that they are familiar with including Roxxi, Meygan and some of the boys like Dylan.  They also had fun traveling and creating their own fashion magazine. 
Platforms: PS2, GameCube, GBA, PC

evergirl ... your way to play!  (THQ) $29.99
Fans of evergirl will enjoy this game.  Our 9-year-old review had fun customize her character with clothing, choosing a sport, etc.  It's geared towards tweens and evergirl has a website, dolls, outfits etc.  Our tester thought it was fairly easy to learn and play and was fun. Platform: Game Boy Advance

Lights, Camera, Pants!  (THQ) $39.99
Our SpongeBob fans just had a blast testing this game on both PS2 and for PC.  In the PS2 version of the game the producers of everyone's favorite superhero show, "The Adventures of Mermaidman & Barnacleboy," are filming a special episode in Bikini Bottom and using the locals as actors. SpongeBob, Patrick, Sandy, Squidward, Mr. Krabas and Plankton compete for 10 different roles through mini-games to win different roles.  According to our testers, the game is fun for a group to play and isn't too difficult.  The kids thought the graphics were good and it was a good game.  Since they are all SpongeBob fans they were easy to please. Platforms: PS2, XBox, Game Boy Advance, PC 

The Incredibles: Rise of the Underminer  (THQ) $39.99
Picking up where the movie left off this fast paced PS2 game has multi-player action, upgradeable moves and super powers and more.  The story has the characters challenge the evil Underminer and his legion of robots bent on taking over the world of the Incredibles.  Our 11-year-old tester thought it was a fun game.  He liked the clips that were featured in between mini-games although he commented that some were a bit easy.  The PC version of the game was tried by an 8-year-old but they quickly agreed that it was too difficult and more suited for 10+ as the box recommends.  The game allows you to be either Mr. Incredible or Frozone and each has their own powers.  According to our reviewer the graphics are good, the game is fun and they enjoyed it. Platforms: PS2, Xbox, GameCube, GBA, NDS, PSP, PC/Mac


ESRB Rating: Teen

L.A. Rush (Midway) $49.99
Our tester had fun with this game which has fast paced driving through Los Angeles, lots of crashes and great visuals.  You can customize your "rides" with the crew at West Coast Customs one of the content partners which was fun according to our tester.  Although he wished he could customize the car himself he wasn't upset that it was done for him.  You can also race in over 35 vehicles. Overall the comment that it was a fun game even if it took a long time to get to a good car!

 

 

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