

But the overall vibe is upbeat, and the rhythm-based play and memorable songs could help develop kids' interest in music in general - and rhythm in particular. Occasional profanity includes words such as "hell" and "damn." There also are some privacy concerns if your kids have StreetPass enabled on the 3DS that could trade some personal information with passersby.

Female characters are sometimes scantily clad, though never nude. The game also includes several unlockable, non-interactive videos that show realistic-looking human characters injured or dead, occasionally with mild blood effects. These hits are depicted as flashes of light, followed by the monster disappearing. Players tap the screen (or press a button) according to on-screen cues, which often results in fantastical enemy monsters taking damage.

Parents need to know that Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call is a role-playing rhythm game in which players tap out beats to memorable songs from dozens of classic Final Fantasy games.
