Little girls aren't exactly spoiled for choice when it comes to Xbox games. Thankfully, Hello Kitty: Roller Rescue isn't the usual tripe peddled out to this audience. It's colourful, chunky, friendly and actually gives the young 'uns a little credit as discerning gamers.

When Kitty's love-filled planet is invaded by the Block Battalion and all her family and friends kat-napped, the only course of action is to put on a pair of roller-skates and explore the brightly coloured environment. The game is very easy, but it's fun and engaging and not without a little depth. Kitty can execute three-hit attack combos and special moves, such as a burst of 'Love Radiation' that brushes away enemies like a smart bomb. Another neat feature is a selection of computer-controlled companions, like the squishy pudding-throwing Purin or the grumpy penguin Badtz-Maru. These friends help you beat the Block Battalion and can be levelled up to improve their attacks.

Graphically, it's very true to the Hello Kitty franchise, with the iconic 2D artwork translated well into 3D. Characters and levels are bright and alluring. It's only really the uninspiring enemies (blocks with arms and legs) that fall a bit short. Sound-wise, it's even better - as if every noise has been pre-approved by the Ministry of Cuteness.

Of course, if you're a little girl you probably won't be reading this. But if you're a grown-up looking for a gift for one, you could do a lot worse than pick up this sweet, lovable adventure game.

A game for kids that neither treats them like idiots, nor is it too difficult. Perfectly targeted and so cute it's hard not to like.