I’ve been gaming since I first learned to turn the little knobs on the Pong game and play what amounted to virtual tennis. I moved up in gaming systems through the years with Atari and Nintendo, then Playstation and X-Box. I’ve watched games grow from pixelated simplicity to […]
You may think you are just passing time playing simple online games like Solitaire, but in reality you are sharpening your memory, strategy skills and even calming your mind. When I’m feeling stressed, I often stop and take a “mental break” by playing games. It helps me stop […]
If you have a younger child and a new gaming system, you may be wondering what video games to get. We’ve been reviewing games since my son was 3, so our expertise lies in games for kids under the age of 8. Our preferred gaming system is the […]
Thinking about getting your child (or yourself!) a Nintendo Switch? Here’s what you need to know about this very popular gaming platform, and what you’ll need to go with it. From deciding between a regular Switch and the Switch Lite, to what additional accessories you might need, we’ve […]
One of the best ways I’ve found to teach my son new things is to involve a game. Our Guest Geek post this week goes over five of the best games to inspire creativity in children, plus I’m adding some commentary and a bonus 6th one on at […]