''Imagine'' is a series of

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s primarily for the Nintendo DS, Nintendo 3DS, Microsoft Windows, and Wii game consoles, released from October 2007 to February 2013. ''Imagine'' video games are aimed primarily at girls aged six to fourteen and are published by

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Background

The ''Imagine'' series of games allows players to take on the role of various occupations, such as a fashion designer, rock star, movie star or teacher. Ubisoft became a leader in publishing "games for girls" for the Nintendo DS and Wii through the ''Imagine'', ''Ener-G'', and ''

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'' series.

Reception

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'' stated that ''Imagine'' games vary wildly in quality, describing some games as "boring and soulless cash-ins that serves no purpose other than to financially take advantage of uninformed teenage girls" and others as "surprise hits

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turned out pretty darn well."

Games

* ''Imagine: Master Chef'' (October 2007) (known as ''Imagine: Happy Cooking'' in Europe) * ''Imagine: Fashion Designer'' (October 2007) * ''Imagine: Animal Doctor'' (October 2007) (known as ''Imagine: Pet Vet'' in Europe) * ''Imagine: Babyz'' (October 2007) (known as ''Imagine: Babies'' in PAL regions) * ''Imagine: Figure Skater'' (January 29, 2008) * ''Imagine: Rock Star'' (March 1, 2008) (known as ''Imagine: Girls Band'' in Australia and ''Imagine: Girl Band'' in Europe) * ''Imagine: Teacher'' (April 15, 2008) * ''My Secret World by Imagine'' (May 3, 2008) * ''Imagine: Babysitters'' (June 5, 2008) (known as ''Imagine: Baby Club'' in Europe) * ''Imagine: Modern Dancer'' (June 28, 2008) (known as ''Ener-G Dance Squad'' in North America) * ''Imagine: Fashion Designer New York'' (July 20, 2008) (known as ''Imagine: Fashion Model'' in Europe) * ''Imagine: Champion Rider'' (August 11, 2008) * ''Imagine: Pet Hospital'' (September 4, 2008) * ''Imagine: Interior Designer'' (October 6, 2008) * ''Imagine: Wedding Designer'' (October 31, 2008) (known as ''Imagine: Dream Weddings'' in Europe) * ''Imagine: Party Babyz'' (November 12, 2008) * ''Imagine: Ballet Star'' (November 27, 2008) (known as ''Imagine: Ballet Dancer'' in Europe) * ''Imagine: Movie Star'' (December 2, 2008) * ''Imagine: Gymnast'' (December 18, 2008) * ''Imagine: My Restaurant'' (January 1, 2009) (known as ''Gourmet Chef: Cook Your Way to Fame'' in US) * ''Imagine: Fashion Party'' (January 28, 2009) * ''Imagine: Cheerleader'' (February 14, 2009) * ''Imagine: Ice Champions'' (March 11, 2009) * ''Imagine: Family Doctor'' (March 27, 2009) * ''Imagine: Makeup Artist'' (April 12, 2009) * ''Imagine: Music Fest'' (May 16, 2009) * ''Imagine: Boutique Owner'' (June 2, 2009) * ''Imagine: Soccer Captain'' (July 11, 2009) * ''Imagine: Teacher: Class Trip'' (August 5, 2009) (known as ''Imagine: Teacher: School Trip'' in Europe) * ''Imagine: Detective'' (September 5, 2009) * ''Imagine: Party Planner'' (September 15, 2009) * ''Imagine: Salon Stylist'' (September 19, 2009) (known as ''Imagine Beauty Stylist'' in Europe) * ''Imagine: Reporter'' (September 28, 2009) (known as ''Imagine Journalist'' in Europe) * ''Imagine: Zookeeper'' (October 6, 2009) * ''Imagine: Artist'' (October 23, 2009) * ''Imagine: Fashion Designer World Tour'' (October 20, 2009) * ''Imagine: Rescue Vet'' (October 29, 2009) * ''Imagine: Babyz Fashion'' (February 3, 2010) * ''Imagine: Resort Owner '' (June 22, 2010) (known as ''Imagine Dream Resort '' in Europe) * ''Imagine: Sweet 16'' (October 9, 2010) (known as "Sweet 16" in Europe) * ''Imagine: Animal Doctor Care Center'' (January 18, 2011) * ''Imagine: Fashion Stylist'' (June 21, 2011) * ''Imagine: Fashion Paradise'' (October 24, 2011) * ''Imagine: Fashion Life'' (May 8, 2012) * ''Imagine: Babies 3D'' (August 6, 2012) * ''Imagine: Fashion World 3D'' (October 27, 2012) * ''Imagine: Championship Rider 3D'' (February 23, 2013)

References

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