Let’s Play Flight Attendant for the DS is a collection of airport-themed mini-games, tied together by a cute storyline that focuses on a new flight attendant starting a new job.

As you progress through each “day” on the game’s calendar, you’re assigned different jobs at the airport, such as loading luggage onto the right plane, checking passengers in, directing planes to the right gate and more.  There’s even a mini-game that asks you to help do the right gestures for the pre-flight boarding announcement. 

Each mini-game is fun and unique, and we really enjoyed them and think they’ll appeal to a broad range of ages, from kids and up.

The one negative to the game worth noting is that the storyline and even gender stereotypes of the characters seem a bit old-fashioned.  It was actually sort of amazing to us how strange it looks to see flight attendants referred to as “stewardesses,” especially in the context of conversations between  the macho pilot and the giddy new “stewardess.”  To be clear, there’s nothing overly offensive or even inappropriate about the storyline, it just felt dated and a bit old-fashioned.

We think Let’s Play Flight Attendant is a great game for kids, tweens and grown-ups alike.  Just be aware that the storyline and characters seem straight out of the ‘60s.  We recommend Let’s Play Flight Attendant as the perfect DS game to bring along on a long flight – since you’re already in an airport state-of-mind anyway, why not play along?

INFORMATION FROM COMPANY FACT SHEET:
The glamorous life of an international flight attendant is yours! Serve the rich and famous in 1st class! Will they be a millionaire or a movie star? Set up your hair, put on lipstick and choose your outfit for the day. Will you choose the trousers or will it be a skirt? Help customers at the check-in counter, make sure that their luggage is placed on the right airplane and serve them with refreshing drinks before their plane takes off. Make sure the security instructions are followed by the travelers onboard, inform them about your tax-free offers and prepare the serving wagon with tasty sandwiches! Keep track of which city you are going to fly to, admire your beautiful souvenirs and your rewarded medals in your own Air Hostess diary!

Features:
• A mentor character that gives advice, assistance and feedback
• Use the built-in microphone to speak with the captain and passengers
• Air Hostess Diary that keeps tracks of rewards, mini-games and career stages
• A dedicated feature that shows a world map displaying all flight destinations that you have unlocked
• Customize your own character with your uniform, make-up, hairstyle and more