Video Game Definition of the Week: Respawn/Spawn Rate/Spawn Timer

As parents, it’s important to understand the world your children immerse themselves in, especially when it comes to video games. Two terms that often pop up in gaming conversations are “respawn” and “spawn.” Let’s break these down in a simple, easy-to-understand way. What Does Respawn Mean in Video Games? In video games, to “respawn” means […]
Understanding Minecraft: A Guide for Parents

Hello, dear parents! As someone who’s spent years writing about technology and gaming for families like yours, I’m excited to introduce you to a world your kids might already be exploring – Minecraft. This isn’t just any game; it’s a doorway to a universe of creativity and adventure that has captivated children (and adults!) worldwide. […]
Family Video Game Review – Octopath Traveler 2

The original Octopath Traveler was announced alongside the Nintendo Switch to great fanfare. It had a unique art style that mixed pixel art sprites and buildings with HD assets like flowing water, swirling sand, and amazing lighting effects. It really was a sight to behold. That name, however, was very confusing until it launched. But, […]
Dorfromantik: Idyllic Puzzle-Builder in Digital and Board Game

There are plenty of examples of board games gone digital or digital games coming to tabletop. For mechanics-driven video games like Dorfromantik (“Village Romance”), porting over to physical board games is a natural fit. This idyllic city-builder puzzle game got its start in early access in 2021 on Steam before a full release in 2022. […]
Barbie Games for Barbie Fans

There’s no doubt that Barbie is the hottest movie in theaters right now. Who doesn’t want to paint their whole world Malibu Barbie hot pink and hop in their bright pink convertible like it’s 1994? Barbie’s glossy glamor may be the pink wave that every little girl dreams about, but it got us here at […]
The Stalk Market and The Turnip Prophet in Animal Crossing: New Horizon

STONKS AND TORNPS Playing the actual stock market is a magnanimous task and, quite frankly, isn’t really for kids. But hey, since the Fire Nation is currently attacking the world at large, it’s a great time to understand microeconomics and how investing works… but on a much, much smaller scale. After all, how else are […]
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 of a game like Grand Theft Auto 6, but it is a high enough profile that everyone who is into games will be aware of it (especially our kids). There will be clips of the violence all over social media, and streamers will be playing it like mad. This is going to influence a lot of kids (maybe even your own) to ask for it. Below is all the information we have about it so far so you can make an informed decision about whether or not to let your kids play.
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 is an exciting event that the whole family can enjoy together. For the first time, the series will feature live, in-person finals, giving talented players the chance to advance to the Olympic Esports Finals 2023. […]
GTA6 is Coming! Everything Parents Need To Know!

GTA6 is coming! And that means parents need to start paying attention. This franchise is rated M for a reason: It’s not appropriate for kids. In this blog post, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about GTA6 (that we know so far) so that you can make an informed decision about whether or […]
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 Live Gold and PlayStation Plus. Their service, called Nintendo Switch Online, launched in the fall of 2018 and is a great value for families looking to get more out of their Switch experience. The Pitch […]