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Mortal Kombat 12! Everything Parents Need to Know!

Mortal Kombat 12 is coming soon and it is going to be everywhere. It may not garner the national attention ...
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From Virtual to Physical: IOC Announces Exciting Olympic Esports Week 2023 in Singapore

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has officially announced that eSports are coming to the Olympics! The 2023 Olympic Esports Series ...
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GTA6 is Coming! Everything Parents Need To Know!

GTA6 is coming! And that means parents need to start paying attention. This game is rated M for a reason ...
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Parent’s Guide to Nintendo Switch Online

The Nintendo Switch is wildly popular, and Nintendo is pairing it with an online subscription service similar to both Xbox ...
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Gaming Definition of the Week: Social Deduction/Hidden Traitor

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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5 Meta Quest Games for Teens Recommend by EFG Teens

If you're looking for some new games to keep your teens entertained, look no further! Here are 5 Meta Quest ...
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The ESRB Rating System: What Parents Need to Know

The Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) is a self-regulatory organization that assigns ratings to video games based on their content ...
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Get Ready for the Best Gaming Experience of 2023 with Our Free Digital Magazine!

Are you a fan of video games and board games? Look no further! Our free digital magazine is here to ...
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Definition of the week: Cozy/Wholesome Games

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Minecraft Java vs Bedrock: Understanding the Key Differences

Minecraft is one of the biggest games in the world and will likely go down as one of the most ...
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Minecraft Jenny Mod: What It Is And What Parents Need To Know

Minecraft mods on PC number into the thousands, especially if you're playing the Minecraft Java Edition. The vast majority of ...
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Minecraft Eaglercraft: What It Is and Why Kids are Using It

Minecraft is primarily either available via Bedrock (a safer, more secure version of the game available on all major gaming ...
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Everything You Need to Know About VR, AR, and MR

With the new PSVR (PlayStation VR) headset on the way to players all over the world, virtual reality is on ...
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The Differences Between the Three Nintendo Switch Models – A Parent’s Guide

The Nintendo Switch launched in March 2017 and has gone on to become one of the best-selling consoles of all ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Respawn/Spawn Rate/Spawn Timer

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Engaged Family Gaming Essential Games for the Meta Quest

If you're looking for some new games to keep your teens entertained, look no further! Here is a list of ...
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Is Virtual Reality Dangerous for Children?

Virtual reality isn't an emerging, fringe technology that is limited to tech nerds. These are mainstream pieces of technology that ...
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Is Minecraft Free?

If you're a parent of a young gamer, there's a good chance you've heard of Minecraft. It's one of the ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Raid

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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EFG Podcast Episode 287 Xbox Friends and Family!

Introduction Welcome to The Engaged Family Gaming Podcast. This is a show all about the great video games and board ...
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FAMILY-FRIENDLY VIDEO GAME RELEASE CALENDAR – September 2022

If you're like me, you're always on the lookout for new video games to play with your family. This September ...
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Top 10 Best-Selling Nintendo Switch Games -June 2022

Nintendo Switch games are all the rage right now! If you're a parent, you probably want to know what the ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Emote

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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A Parent’s Guide to PlayStation Now

PlayStation Now has been retired. The benefits (most of them listed below) have been rolled into the newly updated PlayStation ...
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A Parent’s Guide to PlayStation Plus

Sony has released an upgrade to the PlayStation Plus program. The new version of the program offers a number of ...
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How To Get Your Kids Into Video Games!

It's no secret that video games are extremely popular among kids and teenagers. In fact, gaming is one of the ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Battle Pass

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Metroidvania

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Release Calendar – August 2022

Looking for some fun this August? Check out our family-friendly video game release calendar! We've got all the best games ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Release Calendar – June 2022

Historically, summer has been a slow time for video games. Publishers would often push their games off to the fall ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: MMO

The gaming definition this week is a term that is applicable to video games: MMO MMORPG is the acronym for ...
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EFG Essentials: Great Video Games for Kids on PlayStation

The Engaged Family Gaming team has the mission to provide information and support to families who want to play video ...
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EFG Essentials: Great Video Games for Kids on Xbox

The Engaged Family Gaming team has the mission to provide information and support families who want to play video games ...
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EFG Essentials: Great Video Games for Kids on Nintendo Switch

The Engaged Family Gaming team has the mission to provide information and support families who want to play video games ...
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Ask the EFG Staff – What Was the First Video Game You Played Online

Stephen I'm an elder millennial (1980) so I was around for some of the first online games. Our family computer ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Class

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Compulsion Loop

Every other week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave ...
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Engaged Family Gaming Holiday Gift Guide 2021 – Playstation

The PlayStation 5 is still incredibly difficult to find as a result of shortages. This shortage is likely to continue ...
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Engaged Family Gaming Holiday Gift Guide – Premium Subscription Services

People buy a lot of games. That can make it incredibly challenging for those of us that want to buy ...
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Engaged Family Gaming Holiday Gift Guide 2021 – Nintendo

Nintendo specializes in family-friendly games and 2021 is no exception. They released a LOT of great games this year AND ...
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Engaged Family Gaming Holiday Gift Guide 2021 – Xbox

It is well documented at this point that supply chain issues are going to make holiday shopping difficult this year ...
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Ask the EFG Staff – What Do You Do When You Get Stuck In a Game?

Stephen The very first thing I do when I get stuck in a game is search for a walk through ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: October 17-23

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between October 17th through October ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Open Beta

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Ask the EFG Staff: What is The Worst Game You’ve Ever Played?

Stephen See my review for Turbo: Super Stunt Squad. Mike There is an adage that there are no bad games, ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: October 3-9

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between October 3rd through October ...
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Super Mario Bros: The Movie Voice Cast – Let’s Talk About It

Nintendo announced the voice cast for the upcoming Super Mario Bros. animated film during the September Nintendo Direct. It will ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: September 26-October 2

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between September 26th through October ...
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Ask the EFG Staff: Introduce Us to Your Favorite Character You Made For a Game?

Introduce us to your favorite character that you made for a game? Stephen I spent a few years playing Dragonrealms, ...
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Three Reasons to Play Video Games With Your Kids

Video games have never been bigger. The industry is growing in leaps and bounds and is showing no signs of ...
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5 Family-Friendly Adventure Games We Want to Play

I’ve been thinking a lot about adventure games recently. It is a genre that has had its ups and downs ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: September 12-18

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between September 12th through September ...
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Ask the EFG Staff: What is Your Favorite Two-Player Game?

Stephen I love Street Fighter. I'm terrible at it, but I love it. I really fell in love with the ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: September 5-11

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between September 5th through September ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: MOBA

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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What Pay to Win Mechanics Mean For Your Family

Video game publishers are constantly experimenting with ways to earn additional revenue for the games they release. One of the ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: August 29-September 4

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between August 29th through September ...
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Ask the EFG Staff: What is Your Favorite Game to Watch?

Stephen My favorite game to watch is Street Fighter V (or any other game in the series for that matter) ...
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Best Family-Friendly Indie Games of 2021

Disclaimer: These are the indie games that have come out already and we've had the opportunity to play. It's an ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: August 22-28

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between August 22nd through August ...
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Gaming Definition of the Week: Casual Game

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Ask the EFG Staff! – What’s Your Desert Island Game?

What is your desert island game and why? Stephen I thought about this one for a long time, and I ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Review – Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin

For many years, Monster Hunter was a game series that was as complex as it was beloved. With the release ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: August 8-14

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between August 8th through August ...
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A Parent’s Guide to the Xbox Game Pass

It seems like everyone is starting their own premium gaming service these days. It can be tough for parents to ...
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A Parent’s Guide to Xbox Live Gold

It seems like everyone is starting their own premium gaming service these days. It can be tough for parents to ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Spawn Location/Spawn Camping

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: May 2-8

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between May 2nd through May ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Idle Clicker

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: DPS

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Open World

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Gaming Definition of the Week: Kaiju

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Video Game Definition of the week: Farming/ Grinding

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: February 28-March 6

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between February 28th through March ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: PvE/PvP

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Skill Tree

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: February 14-20

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between February 14th through February ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Port

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: February 7-13

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between February 7th through February ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Microtransactions

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: January 24-30

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between January 24th through January ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: January 17-23

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between January 17th through January ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Achievements/Trophies

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: January 10-16

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between January 10th through January ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: December 27-January 2

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between December 27th through January ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: December 20-26

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between December 20th through December ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: December 13-19

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between December 13th through December ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: DLC

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: December 6-12

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between December 6th through December ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: November 29-December 5

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between November 29th through December ...
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Nintendo Switch Games for Young Gamers

Nintendo has set itself apart in the gaming console world by focusing on accessibility and family games. Features have been ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: November 22-28

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between November 22nd through November ...
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Engaged Family Gaming Holiday Gift Guide 2020: Video Games!

The holidays are approaching quickly and some amazing new games have come out this year. There are so many more ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: October 25-31

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between October 25th and October ...
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Family Friendly Video Game Releases: November 15-21

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between November 15th through November ...
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Animal Crossing: New Horizons Will Allow Save Transfers for Islands AND Residents!

An update will be coming to Animal Crossing: New Horizons that will, FINALLY, allow the transfer of save data between ...
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Free Holiday Update Coming to Animal Crossing: New Horizons!

The free Holiday update is on its way into Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Below is a list of the major ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: RogueLike/RogueLite

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Family-Friendly Game Releases: November 8-14

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between November 8th through November ...
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EFG Essentials: Great Video Games and Board Games for Kids

The Engaged Family Gaming team has the mission to provide information and support families who want to play video games ...
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Gaming Definition of the Week: Polyomino

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Family-Friendly Game Releases: November 1-7

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between November 1st through November ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Invincibility Frames

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Pixels

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a comment with ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: “Gameplay Loop”

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Family-Friendly Game Releases: October 11-17

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between October 11th and October ...
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Family-Friendly Game Releases: October 4-10

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between October 4th and October ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: “Skins”

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Video Game Definition of the Week: Avatars

Every week the EFG staff will be defining a gaming term that is either confusing or ill-defined. Please leave a ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: September 27-October 3

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between September 27th and October ...
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PlayStation 5 vs. Xbox Series S/X – The EFG Podcast Ep. 233

This week Stephen and Amanda talked about video games! Its time to talk about Xbox Series X and PS5. This ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: September 20-26

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between September 20th and September ...
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WWE 2K Battlegrounds Multiplayer Impressions!

The traditional WWE 2K series may be taking a break this year, but all is not lost in video game ...
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All the Video Games Announced During the Super Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary Direct!

We've been waiting a long time for a proper Nintendo Direct. It looks like we'll have to wait a little ...
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Family-Friendly Game Releases: September 6-12

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between September 6th and September ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: August 30-September 5

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between August 30th and September ...
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EFG Podcast Ep. 229 – Nintendo Had an Indie Showcase!

This week Stephen and Amanda are here to catch up on video game news! This podcast is sponsored by: The ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: August 23-29

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between August 23rd and August ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: August 9-15

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between August 9th and August ...
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Introducing the EFG Essential Video games for Kids! – EFG Podcast Ep. 227

This week Stephen and Amanda are here to talk about video games. Specifically, the EFG Essentials. These a lists of ...
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Animal Crossing: New Horizons Free Summer Update Is Bringing Dreams, Fireworks, and More!

The Free Summer update - Wave 2 will come to Animal Crossing: New Horizons on July 30th. It will include ...
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Family-Friendly Game Releases: July 26-August 1

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between July 26th and August ...
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I Want a King Arthur and the Knights of Justice Cartoon Or Video Game! (I’m not Picky!)

To Whom it may concern, The world needs a new cartoon or video game based on the 1992-93 animated series ...
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Turnips and Playing the Stalk Market in Animal Crossing: New Horizons

STONKS AND TORNPS Playing the actual stock market is a magnanimous task and, quite frankly, isn’t really for kids. But ...
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Next Generation Price Hike? – EFG Podcast Ep. 226

This week Stephen and Amanda are here to talk about video games! This podcast is sponsored by: The Virtual Economy ...
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Family Video Game Review: Crosscode

Crosscode is a twin-stick shooter RPG that is currently available on PC (Steam), Nintendo Switch, PS4, and Xbox One. You ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases Of The Week: July 19-25

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between July 19th and July ...
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The Value of Digital Property

Your kid likely has a collection of skins in Fortnite. They have probably built dozens of carefully manicured worlds in ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: July 12-18

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between July 12th and July ...
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Trash Talk: The Importance of Digital Sportsmanship

If your kids play video games, then chances are very good that they have at least asked you to play ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: July 5-11

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between July 5th and July ...
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What’s New in the Animal Crossing: New Horizons Free Summer Update – Wave 1

A new, free, update has been added to Animal Crossing: New Horizons as of July 3rd. Wave 1 expands the ...
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Family Video Game Review: Final Fantasy 7 Remake

Final Fantasy 7 is, inarguably, one of the most important video games ever made. It helped to propel the nascent ...
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Even More Video Games from “Not E3” – EFG Podcast 224

This week Stephen and Amanda are here to talk about Video Games!!!! E3 Didn’t happen this year, but it looks ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: June 28-July 4

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between June 28th  and July ...
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The First Wave Of Video Game Announcements this Summer! – EFG Podcast Episode 223

This week Stephen and Amanda are here to talk about Video Games!!!! E3 Didn’t happen this year, but it looks ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: June 21-27

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between June 21st and June ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: June 14-20

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between June 14th and June ...
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Family-Friendly PlayStation 5 Games: Everything You Need To Know About Sony’s Lineup

In another life, this week would have been E3 2020 at the Los Angeles Convention Centre. The glitz, the hubbub ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: June 7-13

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between June 7th and June ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: May 31-June 6

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between May 31st and June ...
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Four Things We Want to See From the Next Generation: The Xbox Series X

The next generation is nearly upon us. We've seen the first wave of information from both Sony and Microsoft and ...
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Five Things I want to See Next Generation Part II: Nintendo Switch and Beyond

It is no surprise that Nintendo has been very successful with its handheld and console hybrid, the Nintendo Switch. In ...
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Five Things We Want to See Next Generation Part I: The PlayStation 5

The PlayStation 4 is easily Sony's most profitable home console to date, so where does the Japanese giant go after ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: May 24-30

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between May 24th and May ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: May 17-23

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between May 17th and May ...
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Learning With Video Games During the Covid-19 Crisis! – EFG Podcast Episode 219

This week Stephen, Amanda, and Linda are joined by a VERY special guest: Keri Engel! They’re all here to talk ...
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Family Friendly Video Game Releases- May 10-16

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between May 10th and May ...
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Learning with Digital Games: A Guide for Educators and Parents During the Covid-19 Crisis

By: Keri Engel Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, families are finding themselves stuck at home and adopting new routines. As families ...
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Summer Game Fest 2020 Announced

Summer Game Fest, a months-long serious of game announcements, live shows, in-game events and playable demos has been announce by ...
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Why We Play MMOs! – EFG Podcast Ep 218

This week Stephen and Amanda are joined by a VERY special guest: Rebekah Valentine from GamesIndustry.biz! They’re all here to ...
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Family Video Game Review: Sentinels of Freedom

We're huge fans of the Sentinels of the Multiverse card game and its universe so when I was asked if ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: April 26-May 2

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between April 26th and May ...
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9 Family Friendly Apps to Bridge the Social Distance

Phones and tablets are allowing connection to friends and family in an unexpected way. We are being asked to adhere ...
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Embrace Nature and Art in a New Update to Animal Crossing: New Horizons

April 23rd is a big day in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. A series of free updates is going to bring ...
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Family Friendly Video Game Releases: April 19-25

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between April 19th and April ...
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Family-Friendly Video game Releases: April 12-18

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between April 12th and April ...
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Everything Parents Need to Know About Minecraft Dungeons

When Will Minecraft Dungeons Be released? Minecraft Dungeons is going to be released on May 26, 2020. It will have ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases April 5-11

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between April 5th and April ...
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Family Video Game Review – Bubble Bobble 4 Friends

Bubble Bobble was originally released by Taito back in 1986. I still remember renting it and trying to get to ...
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New Player Tips for Animal Crossing: New Horizon!

Animal Crossing: New Horizons is one of the biggest games of the year. LOTS of families are picking it up ...
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Our Experiences Sharing an Island in Animal Crossing: New Horizons

By now you’ve probably seen a lot of information and reviews about Nintendo’s latest Animal Crossing game.  What you may ...
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Family Video Game Review – Animal Crossing: New Horizons

Animal Crossing New Horizons was released on March 20 2020, and it was perfect timing with all of the stuff ...
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Family-Friendly Video Game Releases: March 29-April 3

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between March 29th and April ...
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Microsoft is Giving Away Free Minecraft Educational Content

Microsoft is giving away free Minecraft Education content to help with distance learning for kids that are out of school ...
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Family Friendly Video Game Releases: March 22-28

Here are all the video game releases rated E-T by the ESRB that are releasing between March 22nd and March ...
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How Multiplayer Works in Animal Crossing New Horizons

Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Check out our review here!) released on March, 20, 2020. One of the features that players ...
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5 Free MMOs Your Family Can Play While You Are Stuck Inside!

We're all going to be stuck indoors for a while, so this is a great opportunity to play one of ...
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Family Video Game Review – River City Girls

What better way to start a 2-week self-quarantine than with a bit of nostalgia? Growing up I was a HUGE ...
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Parental Controls for Fortnite: Battle Royale on Xbox One

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Parental Controls for in Fortnite: Battle Royale on Windows PC/Mac

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I thought toys to life games were dead. Disney Infinite was ... finite. Skylanders has run aground. LEGO Dimensions fell ...
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E3 2018 Impressions: Mega Man 11

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E3 2018 Impressions: Spyro Reignited Trilogy

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Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order

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FIFA 19 is Getting More Accessible This Year!

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The Adventures of Captain Spirit is Slowly Winning Me Over

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Madden 2019 Has Some Big Changes and a New Longshot Mode!

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Sea of Solitude is the Next EA Originals Game

EA announced the next game in their EA Originals series during their EA Play Press event on Saturday. This time ...
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Bethesda Announced Elder Scrolls: Blades!

Bethesda had huge news during their E3 2018 press briefing. They may have just announced competition to Fortnite’s stranglehold on our ...
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EA is Doubling Down on Star Wars: Battlefront II!

EA doubled down on the beleaguered Star Wars: Battlefront II today during their EA Play live event. Battlefront was released ...
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Unravel Two is Available NOW!

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Bungie Announced Destiny 2: Forsaken!

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The Pokemon Company Announces New Games for 2018!

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A Parent’s Guide to Fortnite!

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Podcast Episode 119 – Special Guest Rachel Kowert

Welcome to episode 119 of Engage! A Family Gaming Podcast! This is the official video game and board game podcast ...
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Family Video Game Review – Blossom Tales: The Sleeping King

This Guest Review was written by our goods friend Rob Kalajian! He runs the board game website Pawn's Perspective! You should ...
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The Battle For Azeroth Begins This Summer!

Blizzard Entertainment has announced that Battle for Azeroth, the newest expansion for the hit MMO World of Warcraft, will launch ...
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Nintendo Made a Trio of Announcements on Twitter Tonight!

Nintendo surprised just about everyone tonight by taking to Twitter and making three significant announcements. It's not unusual for Nintendo ...
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An Educator’s Perspective: Nintendo Labo

One of the largest and latest crazes for kids is STEM, which is the incorporation and integration of Science, Technology, ...
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Hello Kitty Kruisers is Coming to the Nintendo Switch!

 Hello Kitty and her Sanrio friends are coming to the Nintendo Switch! Hello Kitty Kruisers was previously released on the ...
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Xbox Game Pass Expanding to Include New Releases!

Phil Spencer, the head of Gaming at Xbox, announced in a blog post today that the Xbox Game Pass program ...
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Nintendo Had a Really Good December!

Nintendo had a VERY good month in December. The video game industry depends on the five week reporting period of ...
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Nintendo Labo: Potential Risks and Rewards

Nintendo announced their new line of DIY Cardboard STEM toys last night: The Nintendo Labo. Its a collection of kits ...
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Celebrate a Year of Legendary Pokémon in 2018!

The Pokémon Company International announced today that 2018 is going to be a Legendary year for the Pokémon franchise. This ...
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Nintendo Announces Labo: A Line of DIY Cardboard STEM Toys

Every time I think Nintendo is going to act predictably I end up looking foolish. They announced this morning that ...
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The 2017 Gift Giving Guide to the 3DS Family of Systems

The Nintendo 3DS family of systems has been a boon to families for years. They are sturdy, compact handheld gaming ...
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Hearthstone: Knights of the Frozen Throne Has Released!

Developer: Blizzard Platform: PC/Mobile/Tablet Release Date: 8/10/17 Teaser Trailer: Website What is Hearthstone? Hearthstone is one the first and most ...
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The 2017 Nintendo World Championships Have Been Announced!

The Nintendo World Championships are back! The event will take place on October 7th at the Grand Ballroom in Manhattan ...
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The Nintendo 3DS Still Has Life Left!

A lot of people, myself included, assumed that the Nintendo 3DS was going to be dead in the water the ...
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5 Wii U Games that need Deluxe Editions ASAP!

It is readily apparent at this point that every halfway decent Wii U game is going to be give a ...
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Forza 7 Garage Opens Up Again to Reveal Vintage Automobiles

The Forza Motorsports Garage has opened yet again to reveal more of the 700 cars that will be included in ...
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EFG Kids’ Corner: Pokemon Y

Our kid reviews are back! This time we have a review for Pokémon Y from Seamus! This review is all ...
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E3 Hands On Preview – Battle Chasers: NightWar

Guest Writer: James Pisano Battle Chasers: Nightwar, a beautiful single player RPG that started out as a very successful Kickstarter ...
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E3 Hands On – Tiny Trax

Guest Writer: James Pisano Take a minute and commune with 8 year old you.  I'll wait. Ok, so remember all ...
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10 Minutes of Super Mario Odyssey Was Worth a Trip to E3 2017 All By Itself

Recently, I had an experience- one of those lifelong dream experiences. I got to go to California to attend E3! ...
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E3 2017 Hands on Preview: Moss an Epic Adventure Game from Polyarc Games

I stood in line for the better part of three days, and played a lot of games at E3. Every ...
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Further Game Play Details for Sea of Thieves Announced

Sea of Thieves is a multiplayer open world game where you gather players to create a crew and go on ...
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Ubisoft Announces Starlink: Battle for Atlus

Starlink: Battle for Atlus is a Sci-fi Flight Sim/Shooter that takes place in a fictional galaxy in the distant future ...
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E3 Hands on Preview: Riverbond

Developer:  Cococumber System:  Xbone, PC Release Date:  TBA We first saw Riverbond during the Microsoft press conference and honestly did ...
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E3 Hands On Preview: Matterfall

Release Date: 8/15/17 Developer: Housemarque Platform: Playstation 4 Matterfall is a side-scrolling action shooter that a first blush reminded me ...
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Minecraft Super Duper Graphics Pack and Better Together Update

Release Date: Graphics Pack Fall 2017, Better Together Update Summer 2017 Developer: Mojang Platform:  Xbox, Xbox X, Switch, Mobile (iOs ...
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New Kirby Game Announced for the Nintendo Switch

Kirby is an adorable cooperative action game for the Nintendo Switch. Kirby has been a reliable member of the Nintendo ...
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E3 Hands on: Everybody’s Golf

Release Date: 8/29/17 Price: $39.99 Everybody’s Golf is a lighthearted arcade style golf game that is the latest in update ...
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Forza Motorsport 7 Announced

Forza Motorsport 7 was officially announced during the Microsoft press briefing. The Motorsports series alternates with the Forza Horizon games ...
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Mario vs. Rabbids: Kingdom Battle Announced by Ubisoft and Nintendo

Kingdom Battle is Nintendo Switch exclusive that is a joint venture between Nintendo and Ubisoft. The game starts with the arrival ...
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Nintendo Announces a New Yoshi Game for Release in 2018

Yoshi, for the Nintendo Switch, is a spiritual successor to the Nintendo WiiU title: Yoshi’s Woolly World. Yoshi games have ...
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Cuphead Finally Has a Release Date!

Cuphead was announced at a Microsoft press conference a few years ago to great fanfare. Unfortunately it has been plagued ...
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Super Lucky’s Tale Announced at Microsoft’s Media Briefing

Super Lucky’s Tale, a former Oculus exclusive is coming to Xbox One and Windows 10 November 7, 2017.  The trailer ...
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Madden 2018 to Include a Story Mode

Electronic Arts held their EA Play event as part of the E3 2017 festivities on June 10, 2017. They made ...
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Need for Speed: Payback Gameplay Revealed

Need for Speed is a franchise that has had to made some significant changes. The racing game genre is crowded ...
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FIFA Story Mode “The Journey” Gets a Sequel

One of the biggest surprises in gaming for me last year was how much I loved playing the single player ...
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NBA Live 2018 is Back! Will it be “The One?”

One of the biggest surprises during the EA Play event at E3 2017 was the return of NBA Live 18 ...
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World of Nintendo on the 2017 Summer of Play Tour Announced

Nintendo has announced their Summer of Play tour for 2017. They will be bringing the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo 3DS ...
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The Engaged Family Gaming Nintendo Switch Review

The Nintendo Switch is a console designed to live in two worlds. It is expected to hold its own as ...
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Nintendo Direct Reveals Significant Details about ARMS!

Nintendo held a Direct event on Wednesday 05/16/17 that was focused primarily on their upcoming casual fighter ARMS. The Direct ...
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Blizzard Announces Overwatch One Year Anniversary Celebration!

It is hard to imagine, but Overwatch is still less than a year old. That all changes next week though ...
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Square Enix to Release Star Ocean: Till the End of Time Digitally for the PS4

Star Ocean: Till the End of Time is being released as a digital exclusive for the PS4 on May 23rd. This ...
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LEGO Marvel Superheroes 2 Announced!

LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2 has been officially been announced! The LEGO brand gets a new game every year, so ...
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Family Video Game Review: Graceful Explosion Machine

Sometimes a game just sneaks up on you and gives you everything that you wanted. Graceful Explosion Machines was that ...
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2K Games Announces Shaq and the NBA 2K18 Legend Edition Cover Athlete

2K Games has announced that Shaq is the Legend edition cover athlete for their upcoming NBA basketball sim NBA 2K18. Shaq was ...
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Capcom Announces The 3rd Character for Season 2 of Street Fighter V

Capcom has announced the third character in season 2 of Street Fighter V. The characters name is Ed and he ...
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Mario and The Raving Rabbids to Team Up in a Switch RPG

Mario, Luigi and friends are reportedly teaming up with the raving Rabbids for an RPG coming to the Nintendo Switch ...
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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild DLC Information Released

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is one of the best games to come out in a very ...
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Ubongo App to be Free for a Limited Time on iOS and Android

Ubongo by Thames and Kosmos is the most recent board game to join the cavalcade of other games to be ...
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New Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite Trailer Reveals Story Mode

Capcom has released a new trailer for their upcoming fighting game Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite. The trailer was less than two ...
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Star Wars: Battlefront II Announced! Release Date and Single Player Confirmed!

The Star Wars Celebration was held in Orlando, FL this past weekend. They made several announcements including showing off a ...
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Family Video Game Review: Has Been Heroes

Developer: Frozenbyte Price: $19.99 Reviewed on Nintendo Switch, also available on PS4, Xbox One, and PC Has Been Heroes caught ...
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Revisiting Retro Games: Introducing Our Daughter to Super Smash Bros.

By: Kate Davis This is the story of how we introduced our daughter to Super Smash Bros. on the Nintendo ...
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Kickstarter Q and A: Battle Princess Madelyn

Battle Princess Madelyn, by Casual Bit Games, is a game I've been keeping my eye on for a very long time ...
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EFG Kid’s Corner: Dragon Quest Builder Review

Welcome to the EFG Kids’ Corner! This is a series of articles written by gamer kids all over the country! ...
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Franchise Overview: The Atelier Series

The Atlier series is a long running Japanese roleplaying game franchise that has been developed by the Gust Corporation since 1997 ...
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The EFG Kid’s Corner: Their Thoughts on the Nintendo Switch Launch Titles

The Nintendo Switch launches on March 3rd, 2016. It has a lean launch lineup, but the rest of the year looks ...
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Roblox – More Information About the Game and Our Concerns

I posted a warning about Roblox earlier last week. I’ve received a lot of feedback about that warning.  As always, ...
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Kid’s Corner: A Kid’s Guide to Pokemon Breeding

Welcome to the EFG Kids’ Corner! This is a series of articles written by gamer kids all over the country! ...
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EFG Kid’s Corner: A Ratchet and Clank Review

Welcome to the EFG Kids’ Corner! This is a series of articles written by gamer kids all over the country! ...
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Should Your Family Buy a Nintendo Switch?

The Nintendo Switch event is behind us and the launch is imminent. We find ourselves in the quiet days where ...
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What’s New With Minecraft 1.11?

A Minecraft update was released recently and added several new features to the game. The update adds a few new gameplay ...
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Family Video Game Review – Batman: The Telltale Series

By: William Gibbs Overall Review If there is one thing that must be stressed it is the following: Batman: The ...
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Nintendo Switch – What We Still Don’t Know

Nintendo held a reveal event for their upcoming home console/handheld hybrid on January 12th, 2017. They revealed a lot of ...
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Nintendo Switch Games Through the End of 2017

Nintendo held a press event on January 12th, 2017 at 11pm EST. The event was livestreamed from Tokyo and provided ...
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Nintendo Switch Parental Controls Preview

The Nintendo Switch is, without question, a family oriented console. Part of this is based on Nintendo’s sparkling reputation and ...
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Nintendo Switch Accessory Prices

Nintendo held a reveal event for the Nintendo Switch on January 12th, 2017. During the event they revealed the prices ...
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Nintendo Switch Launch Date, Price, and Features!

Nintendo held a press event in Tokyo on January 12th, 2017 where they announced all of the pertinent details for ...
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Nintendo Switch Reveal Event Livestream – January 12th 11PM EST

Nintendo held a special event at 11pm EST in Tokyo to help announce all of the details for their upcoming ...
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Family Video Game Review: The Last Guardian

The Last Guardian is game that has been in development at Studio Japan for almost a decade. It was originally ...
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Family Video Game Review: Final Fantasy XV

Final Fantasy XV is a game about a long road trip taken with friends. It all starts in the most ...
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Our 2016 Engaged Family Gaming Video Games of the Year!

The time has come to bid farewell to one heck of a bad year. 2016 wasn’t very good for much, ...
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2016 Holiday Gift Guide – Video Games

The holidays have arrive and the EFG staff has combed through the games released over the last year to find ...
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Family Video Game Review: Skylanders Imaginators

Skylanders Imaginators proves that sometimes good things come when gamers are patient. Toys for Bob have a hit on its ...
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The Nintendo Switch – What Parents Need to Know

Nintendo has finally given us more information about their upcoming home console. The Nintendo Switch was officially unveiled in a ...
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Family Video Game Review – Tumblestone

Tumblestone is an indie puzzle game that has been making the rounds at PAX and GDC for the last few ...
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Family Video Game Review: FIFA 2017

Editor's Note: This review originally appeared on Pixelkin.org. Available on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC We ...
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MOBAs: Why Are They So Popular?

MOBAs (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena games) are popular, in large part, because they have a lot in common with team ...
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Family Video Game Review: NBA2K17

Note: This review originally appeared on Pixelkin.org. NBA2k17, simply put, a masterpiece that can easily be placed alongside some of ...
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Family Video Game Review: NHL 17

This review was originally published on Pixelkin.org. The NHL series has always been good, but NHL 17 shines by adding ...
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Nintendo Surprises At iPhone 7 Event; Announces Super Mario Run for iOS!

Apple held their annual iPhone announcement event on September 7th. They made all of the expected announcements and said all ...
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Family Video Game Review – Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE

Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE is a Japanese RPG that blends themes and characters from Shin Megami Tensei and Fire Emblem ...
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Family Video Game Review: Madden NFL 17

Editor's Note: This review was originally published on Pixelkin.org. The Madden NFL series has been more consistent than the tide ...
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Family Video Game Review – No Man’s Sky

Our No Man's Sky Review was written by a guest writer: James Pisano! My whole body aches… eyes closed, still ...
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What is No Man’s Sky Anyways?

If you even dip your toes into social media and interact with anyone in the video game space, then you ...
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Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon: Everything We Know So Far

The release of Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon is racing toward us. Before we know it we will be knee ...
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Pokemon Go! – A Features Wish List

Pokemon Go! is a game that has already taken the world by storm. It is impossible to go anywhere without seeing ...
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Family Video Game Review – Kirby: Planet Robobot

Kirby: Planet Robobot caught me by surprise. I was very excited for the game. Don’t get me wrong. But, I ...
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Pokémon Go: Learning Safety and Privacy Lessons From the News

Pokémon GO has been out for a little less than a week. To say that the game has had an ...
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Get Up, Get Active, and GO! – A Parent’s Guide to Pokémon Go!

Pokémon Go is taking the world by storm. It was developed in partnership between Niantic (The people behind the augmented ...
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Family Video Game Review: Mighty No. 9

Mighty No. 9 is a game that had more potential than it had any right to. But, all of that ...
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The 9 Very Best Family Game Announcements Of E3 2016

The Electronics Entertainment Expo (E3) is now over and it was a HUGE success. A lot of great games were ...
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Family Video Game Review: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan

Developer: Platinum Games Released on PS4, Xbox One, PS3, Xbox 360 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan is about fun: ...
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Spider-Man is Getting a New Video Game!

Sony held their E3 2016 press briefing and showed off a new trailer showing footage from a new Spider man ...
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ReCore has a New Trailer And a Release Date!

ReCore, an action adventure game from Keiji Inafune and Armiture Studios has a new gameplay trailer and a release date! ...
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New Trailer and Release Date for Paper Mario: Color Splash

Nintendo has released a new trailer along with a release date for the latest game in the Paper Mario series: ...
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Square Enix Shows off Deus Ex Go at E3

Editor's Note: This article was originally published on Pixelkin.org. Make sure to check them out when you get a chance! ...
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Square Enix Showcases Dragon Quest Builders

Editor's Note: This article was originally published on Pixelkin.org. Make sure to check them out when you get the chance.  ...
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Nintendo Surprises Everyone with New RPG Ever Oasis

Editor's Note: This article was originally published on Pixelkin.org. Make sure to check them out when you get a chance! ...
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Pokemon Go Release Window Announced!

Nintendo held a Q & A for Pokemon Go at the start of their second Treehouse Live @ E3 event ...
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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is Coming!

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Breath of the Wild. It isn't very often that four one-syllable words ...
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Crash Bandicoot is Coming Back!

Editor's Note: This article originally appeared on Pixelkin.org. Make sure to check them out when you get the chance! Sony ...
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Horizon: Zero Dawn Has a New Gameplay Demo

Editor's Note: This article was previously published on Pixelkin.org. Make sure to check them out when you get a chance ...
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The Last Guardian Finally Has a Release Date!

Editor's note: This article was previously published on Pixelkin.org. Make sure to head over there when you get a chance! ...
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Ubisoft Reveals Adorable Platformer Grow Up

Editor's Note: This article was originally published on Pixelkin.org. Make sure to check them out when you get a chance.  ...
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Ubisoft Blows Trekkies Minds With Star Trek: Bridge Crew

Editor's Note: This article was originally published on Pixelkin.org. Make sure to check them out when you get a chance! ...
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5 Indie Games coming to Wii U and 3DS

Nintendo went live on YouTube Live @ E3 on Monday to announce a list of independent games that will be ...
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It’s Time to Just Dance

There are few things on earth that are more consistent than the annual release of Just Dance. This year will ...
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Prepare to Set Sail on a Sea of Thieves

Editor's Note: This article was originally published on Pixelkin.org. Make sure to check them out when you get a chance! ...
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Final Fantasy XV was on the Xbox E3 Stage With a Titanic Demo

The Square Enix team brought Final Fantasy XV onto the Xbox E3 2016 media briefing stage. They didn't just come ...
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Tekken 7 is Coming in February 2017

I have to say. Tekken 7, the most recent entry in the storied 3D fighting game franchise, was shown at ...
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Race Across The Outback in Forza Horizon 3

Microsoft gave the world its first look at Forza Horizon 3 at their E3 2016 media briefing. The Forza franchise ...
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Halo Wars 2 Open Beta Begins June 13

Editor's Note: This article originally appeared on Pixelkin.org. Be sure to check them out when you get a chance! Microsoft ...
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Minecraft To Be Updated with Cross Platform Play!

Editor's Note: This article was originally published on Pixelkin.org. Be sure to check them out when you get a chance! ...
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Skyrim Special Edition Unveiled for PS4, Xbox One, and PC

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim was released five years ago. It was one of the most highly regarded games of ...
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“Play the Moments” In Madden 2017

Editor's Note: This article was originally published on Pixelkin.org as part of their E3 Coverage. They are another site that ...
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Take the Journey in FIFA 2017!

Electronic Arts held their EA Play event today as part of the E3 2016 event in LA. They made a ...
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I Am Setsuna Has a New Trailer… And It Looks Great!

I Am Setsuna is being developed by, the Square Enix owned, Tokyo RPG Company and is being billed as the ...
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Console Game Review: Overwatch

Editor's note: The below review departs for our normal format because it was published originally on Pixelkin.org. They are also ...
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Behold, The Craziest Game Nintendo Has Ever Published!

Nintendo has published some wacky games over its history, but none of them hold a candle to Tokyo Mirage Sessions ...
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Mighty No. 9 Has Gone Gold!

We have been waiting a VERY long time for Mighty No. 9 to come out. The wildly successful Kickstarter campaign ...
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PAX EAST 2016 Preview: Mages of Mystralia

I went to PAX EAST 2016 in Boston this past weekend and saw a TON of games, but one game ...
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Nintendo Made a HUGE Set of Announcements During Their Quarterly Earnings Call!

Nintendo may as well have set the internet on fire overnight with the news that came out of their quarterly ...
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Console Game Review: Pokken Tournament

Publisher: Nintendo Developer: Namco-Bandai ESRB Rating: E 10+ (Fantasy Violence) Pokemon battles are nothing new. We’ve been seeing these cute ...
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Video Game Preview: Overwatch

Overwatch is an upcoming multiplayer first-person shooter created by Blizzard Entertainment.  The game is scheduled to be released on May ...
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Five Things We are STILL Excited About After the March Nintendo Direct

The Nintendo Direct was week ago, but we are still super excited for several of the announcements that Nintendo made ...
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Ghost of a Tale Beta Coming Soon

Redwall, Secret of NIMN, Mice and Mystics, Watership Down… There is a long history of works of fiction where we ...
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Massive Skylanders Sales March 13th – 19th to Celebrate the Arrival of Spring!

Skylanders are going on sale from March 13th through March 19th to celebrate the arrival of Spring (and for Easter Baskets) ...
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Video Game Review: The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD

Publisher: Nintendo Release Date: 03/04/2016 ESRB Rating: T for Teen Reviewed on Wii U Overall I have a confession to ...
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Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare 2 Has Already Gotten a Free Update

Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare 2, the newest game in the Plants vs. Zombies franchise, just came out on February ...
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[Update] Big Trouble With the Coleco Chameleon

Update: ColecoVision has reported via their Facebook page that they have terminated the relationship with RetroVGS. Their statement reads: "The ...
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No Disney Infinity 4.0 This Year; More Playsets Instead

Editor's Note: This article was written and submitted to us by the owner over at Token Meeple. It's a little ...
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Pokemon Sun and Moon Versions Leaked Ahead of Feb 26th Nintendo Direct

We haven't even reached the 20th anniversary of the release of Pokemon in Japan yet and the celebration has already ...
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New York Toy Fair: Bloxels – The Most Kid Friendly Video Game Platform Ever

Video games are ubiquitous today. Virtually everyone has a home console or, at least, a smartphone that can play games ...
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New York Toy Fair 2016: Hands On With The Coleco Chameleon

I never thought that I would play a video game at New York Toy Fair. I have demoed plenty of ...
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Nindies Love You Sale on Wii U Feb 11th through Feb 24th!

Nintendo has announced a sale beginning on February 11th and running through February 24th. The games include a whole pile ...
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Plants Vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare 2 Beta Impressions

Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare 2 is releasing on February 23rd and Electronic Arts held a public beta for Xbox ...
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Pokemon GO Info To Be Released at GDC 2016

Pokemon Go is one of our most anticipated games of 2016. We have been downright hungry for this one since ...
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The Pokémon 20th Anniversary Celebration Starts With a Mythical Pokémon For Everyone!

Pokemon’s 20th anniversary is this year and The Pokemon Company and Nintendo are going out of their way to celebrate ...
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Nintendo Mobile Wish List

Nintendo is going to make mobile games. We know that much. But, they were tight lipped as to specifically which ...
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The Nintendo 3DS: Role-Playing Games For Days

2015 was a slow year for the 3Ds. There were a handful of noteworthy games, but it was dormant for ...
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Minecraft: Education Edition Announced: What is it Exactly?

It seems you can't go anywhere anymore without running into a group of kids (or adults for that matter) talking ...
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan Trailer Revealed!

Activision Blizzard and Platinum Games have been working on a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles game for a while now, but ...
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Our 10 Most Anticipated Video Games of 2016

2015 was a great year for family games, but 2016 looks like it will be just as good (if not ...
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The Independent Games Festival Finalists Have Been Announced!

The finalists for the Independent Games Festival Awards have been announced. The winners will be announced during a ceremony taking ...
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Nintendo President Shares Some of Nintendo’s Plans for 2016

Nintendo has a big year ahead of them in 2016. President Kimoshima, who took over after the unfortunate passing of ...
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Final Fantasy VII PlayStation 4 Trophy List

Final Fantasy 7 is one of the most well loved games in the franchise’s long history. It was originally released ...
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The Engaged Family Gaming Games of the Year for 2015

2015 was an excellent year for family gaming. There was no shortage of games for our kids to play at ...
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PlayStation Experience Keynote – The Family Gaming Anouncements!

The PlayStation Experience took place on December 5th and 6th. They made a significant number of announcements as part of ...
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The Game Awards 2015 – The Family Gaming Announcements

The 2015 Game Awards took place on Thursday December 3rd, 2015. The show was dedicated to more than awards though ...
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The Game Awards 2015 Results (With Our Prediction Competition)

The Game Awards took place on Thursday December 3rd, 2015. The week before my son and I recorded a podcast ...
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Console Game Review: Star Wars Battlefront

Release Date: November 2015 ESRB Rating: T for Teen Reviewed on Xbox One, Also available for PS4 and PC Overall ...
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Weekly Family Gaming Update: 11/30/2015

Exciting things happen in the world of video games every single day. Everything happens so quickly that it can be ...
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Black Friday 2015 – The Family Friendly Video Game Highlights!

Black Friday 2015 is almost upon us and now is the time to into our war rooms and devise our ...
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Weekly Family Gaming Update: 11/23/2015

Exciting things happen in the world of video games every single day. Everything happens so quickly that it can be ...
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Holiday Gift Guide 2015 – Video Games!

The holidays are almost upon us and it is time to start looking for gifts. Thankfully EFG is here to ...
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Weekly Family Gaming Update: 11/09/2015

Exciting things happen in the world of video games every single day. Everything happens so quickly that it can be ...
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5 Ways to Save Money On Toys To Life Games

Lets face it. The toys to life genre is EXPENSIVE. It can get out of control for parents who just ...
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LEGO Dimensions Buying Guide and Cost Analysis

Available on the following platforms: Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Wii U Bundles/Packages Starter pack: $100 - ...
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Disney Infinity 3.0 Buying Guide and Cost Analysis

Available on the following platforms:  Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Wii U, Wii, PC, iOS (toy box ...
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Skylanders Superchargers Buying Guide and Cost Analysis

Available on the following platforms: Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Wii U, Wii, 3DS, iOS Bundles/Packages: Starter ...
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Toys to Life Games: A Side By Side Comparison

Toys to life games are everywhere and they are intimidating. We're taking some time today to break everything down and ...
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Friday Family Gaming News Update: 10/30/2015

Exciting things happen in the world of video games every single day. Everything happens so quickly that it can be ...
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Console Game Review: Runbow

Developer 13AM Games ESRB Rating: E for Everyone Reviewed for Wii U (review code provided) The indie game space is ...
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Console Game Review: NBA2K16

Publisher: 2K Games ESRB Rating: T for Teen Reviewed for Xbox One also available for PS4 Overall Most of the ...
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Mario Kart 8 Is Off To A Fast Start!

We know that Nintendo makes great games. What we didn’t know is could they translate a good game into positive ...
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Pushmo World Coming to Wii U This Summer!

Pushmo and Crashmo have been huge successes on the Nintendo eShop on 3DS. So much so that a release on ...
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Pokemon Art Academy

Pokemon Art Academy for Nintendo 3DS Announced

In the game players enroll at the Pokemon Art Academy and learn how to draw all of their favorite Pokemon! ...
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Mario Kart 8 Demo Impressions

The Demo for Mario Kart 8 is now available for play at GameStop locations across the country. This is a ...
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The Xbox One without Kinect: Why Should Parents Care?

The News Microsoft has announced a new version of its newest console, the Xbox One, that will not include the ...
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Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds Review

Nintendo ESRB – E for everyone Reviewed on 3DS Overall Review: The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past ...
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Super Mario 3D World Review

Nintendo ESRB – E Reviewed on WiiU Editor's note: We know that this isn't a particularly new game. We have ...
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Disney Infinity: Marvel Super Heroes

Interactive games toys are taking over the video game space! Skylanders may have brought the genre to the mainstream, but ...
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Nutjitsu is Sneaking onto the Xbox One May 8th!

Nutjitsu, an exciting arcade style game, is set for release on May 8th 2014 for the Xbox One. It will ...
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Dots: A Game About Connecting Mobile Game Review

By Kate Drake Playdots, Inc Most recently updated March 26, 2014 For android 2.2 and up, available on iOS Overall ...
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Monument Valley iOS Review

Developer: USTWO Released: April 3, 2014 Reviewed for iOS Overall Review: There is a common idea running around that all ...
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RBI Baseball 2014 Review

Released: April 9, 2014 ESRB – E Reviewed on PS3 Overall Review: I was jumping out of my seat when ...
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MLB 14: The Show Review

Sony Computer Entertainment E for Everyone Reviewed on PS3 Overall Review: Baseball season has come around again, and with it ...
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Skylanders: Trap Team Announced!

A new Skylanders game will soon be upon us! Skylanders: Trap Team will release on October 5th for PlayStation 4, ...
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Nintendo Announces Price Cuts for 5 of Its Best 3DS Games!

Nintendo of America has announced significant price cuts for five of its 3DS titles. The price cuts will take effect on ...
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Project Totem by Press Play

Project Totem Wins Engaged Family Gaming’s Game of the Show for PAX East 2014

Let's just keep this one short and sweet. Press Play, the developer of Project Totem, has a sure hit on ...
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Treasure Adventure World: A New Take On a Classic Genre

I saw a lot of interesting indie titles while I wandered the show floor at PAX East. Only a few ...
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Hero Generations: Bringing New Life to the Strategy Game Genre

“What is worth our limited lifetime?What do we sacrifice to pursue the things we love?” These are heavy themes that ...
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Game Boy Advance Titles Coming to Nintendo Virtual Console in April 2014

I wrote about my video game wish list for 2014 last week. One of my biggest wishes was for Nintendo ...
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Bravely Default Review

Square Enix ESRB – T for Teen Reviewed on 3DS Overall Review: Bravely Default is the latest handheld game released by ...
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Disney’s Lost Light – Mobile Review

Disney Mobile Reviewed on Android (also available on iOS) Overall Review: Just about everything that Disney has done recently has ...
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Family Friendly Games of the Year for 2013

By: Stephen Duetzmann We are a few months late to the party, but we would be remiss if we didn’t ...
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Mario Kart 7 Review

By: Stephen Duetzmann ESRB: E for Everyone 3DS exclusive Overall Review: I know I am late to the party with ...
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Gran Turismo 6 Review

By: Stephen Duetzmann Polyphony Digital ESRB Rating: E for Everyone December 6th, 2013 Available for PS3 (exclusive) Overall Review: Every ...
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Holiday Shopping Guide 2013: PC Games

I’ve gotten a lot of feedback over the past week from people that don’t own consoles. PC gaming is alive ...
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Holiday Shopping Guide 2013: Xbox One

I haven’t gotten much hands on time with any of the next gen games. So I am providing a list ...
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Holiday Shopping Guide 2013: PlayStation 4

I haven’t gotten much hands on time with any of the next gen games. So I am providing a list ...
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Holiday Shopping Guide: Xbox 360

The Xbox One is on the top of a lot of kids' Christmas list this year. But, the newest and ...
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Holiday Shopping Guide: PlayStation 3

PlayStation 3 This holiday season is going to be overshadowed by the release of the next generation of consoles (the ...
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Holiday Shopping Guide: 3DS/2DS Games

By: Stephen Duetzmann, editor in chief The 3DS tripped out of the gate thanks to a poor launch lineup, but ...
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Holiday Shopping Guide 2013: WiiU Games

By: Stephen Duetzmann, editor in chief The WiiU has struggled to move consoles recently because of a lack of games ...
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NBA 2K14 Review

By: Stephen Duetzmann, editor in chief Publisher: 2K Sports ESRB - E Reviewed on PS3, available on Xbox 360 and ...
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LEGO Marvel Super Heroes Character List

By: Stephen Duetzmann, editor in chief LEGO Marvel Super Heroes is looking more and more like it is going to ...
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The Wonderful 101 Review

By: Lara Murray, staff writer Publisher: Nintendo ESRB Rating: T (for Teens) Available on the Wii U Overall Review: The ...
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Angry Birds Star Wars II Review

By: Stephen Duetzmann, editor in chief Developer: Rovio Studios Rating: 4+ Release date: September 19th, 2013 Reviewed on iPhone 4, ...
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5 Things I Learned from the October 1, 2013 Nintendo Direct Presentation

By: Stephen Duetzmann, editor in chief Nintendo held a Nintendo Direct video presentation on October 1 that focused entirely on ...
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Grand Theft Auto V Review

By: Lara Murray, staff writer Publisher: Rockstar Games ESRB Rating: Mature 17+ “(M17+”) Released: 9/17/13 Reviewed On the Playstation 3 ...
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Pivvot Review

By: Stephen Duetzmann, editor in chief Developer: Whitaker Trebella Release Date: July 2012 Reviewed on iOS (iPhone 4), available for ...
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New Super Mario Brothers U Review

By: Lara Murray, staff writer Publisher: Nintendo ESRB Rating: E Released: November 18, 2012 Available on the Wii U Overall ...
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Tomb Raider Review

By: Stephen Duetzmann, Editor in Chief Square Enix/Crystal Dynamics ESRB Rating: M for Mature Release Date: March 2013 Reviewed for ...
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Mario and Luigi Dream Team Review

By: Stephen Duetzmann, Editor in Chief Publisher: Nintendo ESRB: E 10+ 08/11/2013 Reviewed on 3DS Overall Review: If you had ...
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Nintendo Land Review

By: Lara Murray, staff writer Publisher: Nintendo ESRB Rating: E Released: November 2012 Available on the Wii U Overall Review: ...
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Pixel People Review

By: Charlotte Heldebrecht Developer: LambdaMu Games Publisher: Chillingo Rated: 10+ Release Date: 31 January 2013, for all iOS Devices. Reviewed ...
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Madden 25 Review

By: Stephen Duetzmann, editor in chief EA Sports ESRB Rating - E for Everyone Release Date - 08/27/2013 Reviewed for ...
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Disney Castle of Illusion Starring Mickey Mouse Review

By: Stephen Duetzmann, editor in chief Publisher: Sega ESRB Rating: E for Everyone Release Date 09/03/2013 Reviewed on PS3, also ...
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Ubisoft Announces Child of Light!

By: Stephen Duetzmann, editor in chief Ubisoft made a ton of announcements today! The most exciting of those announcements is ...
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Someone recreated Bioshock Infinite’s Columbia in… Disney Infinity?

By: Stephen Duetzmann, editor in chief The title of this article is not a typo. Someone used the Disney Infinity ...
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Thursday Q & A: Are the PS4 and the Xbox One Worth the Cost of Upgrading Right Now?

By: Stephen Duetzmann, editor in chief The release of the PS4 and the XBOX One are fast approaching. Is it ...
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Thursday Q&A: What is the Difference Between the PS4 and the Xbox One?

By: Stephen Duetzmann, Editor in chief Question: We are going to be inundated with marketing for the PS4 and Xbox ...
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Nintendo Holiday 2013 News Update

Nintendo released a lot of information regarding the upcoming holiday season today. The biggest announcement was the impending release of ...
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Nintendo Announces the 2DS, a Budget Handheld Targeted at Young Children

By: Stephen Duetzmann, editor in chief Nintendo came out with a TON of news today. The biggest announcement of the ...
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Playstation 4 Launch Titles!

By: Stephen Duetzmann - Editor in Chief The launch date for the Playstation 4 is fast approaching. With that in ...
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Join the Pork Side with Angry Birds Star Wars II!

By: Stephen Duetzmann, Editor In Chief Rovio, the people behind the MONSTER hit Angry Birds, have released an announcement video ...
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Superbrothers: Sword & Sworcery EP Review

By: Charlotte Heidebrecht, staff writer Creators: SuperBrothers Composer: Jim Guthrie Publisher: Capybara Games Release Dates: iPad: 3/24/11 -iPhone: 4/27/11 -Steam: ...
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Plants vs Zombies 2: it’s About Time Review

By: Stephen Duetzmann, Editor-In-Chief PopCap Games Rating: 9+ August 13, 2013 Available on iOS/iPad Overall Review: There are occasions where ...
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5 Things I Learned from the Electronic Arts Press Conference at GamesCom

By: Stephen Duetzmann, Editor-in-Chief Electronic Arts (EA) held a press conference today at GamesCom. These are the five most important ...
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Xbox One Launch Titles

By: Stephen Duetzmann, Editor-in-Chief Microsoft published a list of 23 titles that will be available on the release date of ...
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5 Things I Learned From the Sony GamesCom Press Conference

By Stephen Duetzmann, Editor-in-Chief Sony held their GamesCom press conference today. They were under a lot of pressure to follow-up ...
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Super Mario World for Virtual Console Review

By: Lara Murray Publisher: Nintendo ESRB Rating: E Release Date: April 26, 2013 Reviewed on Wii U (also available on ...
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Ducktales: Remastered Review

By: Stephen Duetzmann, Editor-In-Chief WayForward Technologies ESRB Rating – E 10+ August 13, 2013 Reviewed on PS3 (Also available on, ...
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Project X Zone Review

  By: Stephen Duetzmann, Editor-In-Chief Publisher ESRB Rating – T for Teen June 25, 2013 Available on Nintendo 3DS Overall ...
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Robot Unicorn Attack 2 Review

Stephen Duetzmann – Editor in Chief [Adult Swim] Games Content Rating: Low Maturity Release Date July 12, 2013 Android (Also ...
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Where’s My Mickey? Review

Stephen Duetzmann – Editor in Chief Disney Content Rating: Everyone Release date: July 11, 2013 Android (also available on iOS) ...
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Modern Combat 4: Zero Hour Review

By: Charles Warden Publisher: Gameloft Rating: Teen Release Date: December 2012 Reviewed for Android Overall Review: There is no doubt ...
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The Guardian of Imagination Review

Review by Charlotte Heldebrecht, staff writer Developed by: Play Creatividad Rated for: All ages. Released: July 18, 2013 Version Reviewed: ...
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Turbo: Super Stunt Squad Review

D3 Publisher of AmericaRated E for EveryoneReleased 07/15/2013 Review based on PS3 version (Available for Xbox 360, WiiU, 3DS, Wii, ...
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Magic 2014 – Duels of the Planeswalkers Review

Author: Jason Jarusinsky, Collectible Card Game Editor Stainless Games LTD ESRB Rating: T for teen Release Date: 06/26/2013 Version Reviewed: ...
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Animal Crossing: New Leaf Review

By: Lara Murray Publisher: Nintendo Release Date: June 9, 2013 System: 3DS  Animal Crossing: New Leaf is out for the ...
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Turbo Racing League Review

By: Charles Warden Publisher: Pikpok Release Date: July 10, 2013 Android, iOS, Windows Phone Overall Review: It happens all too ...
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5 Things I Learned from the Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn Beta

I was lucky enough to receive an invite to the Playstation 3 beta for Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn ...
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The Time is Near! “Plants vs Zombies 2: It’s About Time” Releases in Australia and New Zealand

PopCap Games announced on its blog that they are releasing the highly anticipated follow-up to Plants Vs. Zombies in Australia ...
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LEGO Marvel Super Heroes Cover Art Revealed!

When LEGO expanded their product line beyond building toys and into games, we were thrilled. Everyone loves a good LEGO ...
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5 Things I learned from the Grand Theft Auto V Trailer

The following are 5 things that I learned from a parents perspective about Grand Theft Auto 5 just by watching ...
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NCAA Football 14 Demo Impressions

NCAA Football 14 will be released for the PS3 and Xbox360 on July 9th. I spent some time with the ...
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Apple is Celebrating the App Store’s 5th Birthday By Giving Away Free Apps!

July 10th will mark the 5th birthday of the iTunes App Store. Yep. That's right. The App Store will be ...
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“Plants Vs Zombies 2: It’s About Time” Delayed

Those of us who were waiting patiently for the long-awaited follow up to Plants Vs Zombies will have to wait ...
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NHL 13 Review

By Banzi - Sports/Racing Editor [Editor's note: Banzi is our newest contributor and he'll be lending his expertise on sports ...
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Guacamelee Review

Every once in a while a game comes around that takes an ages-old formula and turns it on its head ...
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A Parent’s Guide to The NEW Xbox One DRM Policy

The internet exploded this afternoon as Microsoft announced that they were reversing their DRM decisions for the Xbox One. Experienced ...
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Remember Me – Review

By Bill Gibbs, Staff Writer Editors Note: I know what you might be saying. "This game is