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Virtual Villagers: The Lost Children

(2007, Computer Software - Simulation, Rated E, Play it on: Windows)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 7, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 8.
  • Is it any good?

    5.0
  • Common Sense says

    This sequel's deeper gameplay makes it better.

updated 07.04.08

Why We Rated This on for Ages 8 and Up

The good stuff

  • Educational value:

    The game teaches about the interdependencies of food, shelter, and population.
  • Messages:

    This simulation teaches about how important it is for a society to work together to achieve their goals.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness :

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Virtual Villagers: The Lost Children

Parents need to know that you don't need to have played the original to enjoy this sequel. This is a "persistent" game, which keeps playing even when you're not: If kids want a break, they will need to pause it. Kids probably will want to let the game continue so they can accumulate points and upgrade technologies. Villagers age and die, so parents need to gauge their kid's ability to handle the death of a character they have "nurtured."

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about what makes a simulation game like this one a great gaming experience. What sets this one apart? How important was it to you to solve the 16 puzzles? Did you use the discussion boards on the developer's Web site to help you or did you figure them out on your own? Do you think that the environmental issues presented in this game mirror what happens in real life?
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  1. Kid Reviewer
    Age 11
    Lives in Texas
    I rate this title off for age 2 and give it 5.0

  2. Adult Reviewer
    Anonymous
    Lives in Minnesota
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 0.0

    Villagers

    this is a good site, people can have kids and maybe not right for too young of age 5-10

  3. Kid Reviewer
    Age 11
    Anonymous
    Lives in Texas
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 0.0

  4. Kid Reviewer
    Age 5
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

  5. Kid Reviewer
    Age 11
    Lives in Arizona
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    an fun game

    It is very creative. you have to think carefully and work hard to keep your tribe alive. you also can choose your own level. including easy,normal, or difficult.I think any one of any age would LOVE this game! I know I LOVE IT for a FACT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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