Emma in the Mountains
© 2008 Aspyr Media Inc.
Featuring nice graphics but some strange game play and pushy background music, this new series of interactive stories specifically designed for the Nintendo DS introduces Emma, a young French girl to the United States. In this title, Emma becomes concerned about the missing groundhogs and sets out to investigate with Andy and her dog Pickles. You help Emma solve the mystery by talking to other characters (reading required) and competing in games that include helping Emma choose an outfit, or throwing snowballs at friends. Bonus modes can be unlocked. Some games use the microphone, for example, to call to other characters or blow debris out of Emma's way. See also Emma At The Farm.
$30, Nintendo DS
Teaches: reading, animals, nature
CTR Rating: 68%