Children age three to eight can learn about responsibility by nurturing one of five creatures in Animates. Set in a fantasy world, Animates teaches young gamers about caring for another with the help of friendly characters and hint screens. Players may supervise their animals while working through such mini-games as "Fish-o-Matic," "Hopscotch," "Shoot the Balloons," and "Mole-o-Matic." ~ Gracie Leach, All Game Guide