Welcome to GamerDad: Gaming with Children. My name is Andrew S. Bub - the GamerDad. I've been writing in the games industry for years now and I've devoted the last five to educating parents on gaming issues to critical acclaim. If you're looking for our GamerDad Review Archive click here. Games are fun, kids love them, and they aren't going away. So lets cut through the hype and have a real conversation about the things that matter. Video Games, Virtual Violence, and its supposed effect on children.
Welcome to GamerDad: Gaming with Children. My name is Andrew S. Bub - the GamerDad. I've been writing in the games industry for years now and I've devoted the last five to educating parents on gaming issues to critical acclaim. If you're looking for our GamerDad Review Archive click here. Games are fun, kids love them, and they aren't going away. So lets cut through the hype and have a real conversation about the things that matter. Video Games, Virtual Violence, and its supposed effect on children.
Game Review: Legend of Kay (DS)
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Posted on July 31st, 2010 by
In a mystical land based on Asian folklore, cats, rabbits, frogs, and pandas all live together in harmony. They all follow an ancient tradition called The Way which teaches respect and settling differences non-violently. But one day, a group of strong gorillas and cunning rats use their might to take over the land. Now it’s up to young Kay the cat to save his people and their homes.
Game Review: Maestro! Green Groove (DSiWare)
Posted on July 29th, 2010 by
Maestro! Green Groove is a downloadable DSiWare title that combines 2-D platform jumping with music and rhythm gameplay. The story is told through charming cutscenes. When the talented music-making birds Maestro and Bella fall in love, the jealous spider Staccato cast a spell which removes music from the entire world! Now it’s up to Maestro to bring back the music and rescue Bella.
Game Review: Pac-Man Pizza Parlor (PC)
Posted on July 28th, 2010 by
The story goes that the creator of Pac-Man got the idea for the game by looking at a pizza with a slice cut out. So for his 30th Anniversary, Pac-Man is going back to his original roots with Pac-Man Pizza Parlor, a new downloadable PC title that mixes gameplay elements from Pac-Man and causal time management challenges like Diner Dash.
Parental Apathy-or-Permissiveness?
Posted on July 27th, 2010 by
BEN WROTE: (Regarding a post from a reader named Jared) I don’t know of any parent (that actually knows what the big M on the box means) who would let there kid play that. I’m 14 and my parents are unwilling to let borrow halo 3 from a friend even though I have call of duty modern warefare 2.
Sam & Max Season 3: The Devil’s Toybox: Episode 4: Beyond the Alley of the Dolls (PC, PS3, iPad)
Posted on July 26th, 2010 by
Sam & Max aren’t your regular police force…they’re the Freelance Police. Sam is a no-nonsense dog detective and his pal Max is a hyperkinetic rabbity thing. For more than 20 years they’ve been serving their brand of justice on the pages of underground comic books, on a Saturday morning cartoon, and in some popular computer adventure games. Now they’re ready for their third season of crazy madcap episodic point and click adventures! (PC version reviewed here)
Game Review: Little League Baseball World Series 2010 (360, PS3)
Posted on July 25th, 2010 by
You know what’s strange? I find baseball a very boring sport to watch both on TV and live. But whenever one of my little brothers or cousins ever had a Little League game, I would never pass up the chance to go watch them play. The kids were always more entertaining than the pros. It was great seeing my little brothers out there on the field having fun and learning valuable lessons on teamwork without too much pressure to win (or make money). And now you can enjoy all the fun of Little League with Little League Baseball World Series 2010 on the Xbox 360 and PS3 (360 version reviewed here).
Game Review: Deathsmiles (360)
Posted on July 24th, 2010 by
Japanese arcade game maker Cave is famous for their difficult yet alluring “bullet hell” 2-D shooters, which challenge players to weave through impossible streams of projectiles while boosting their high scores. Thanks to Aksys Games, you can now test your skills with one of their shooters: Deathsmiles for Xbox 360.
Game Review: Witch’s Wish (DS)
Posted on July 22nd, 2010 by
Vicky is a sweet young girl who lives on the poor side of town with her grandmother. She dreams of becoming a witch someday so she can use magic to help her friends and family. Unfortunately, only rich people in town can afford to go to magic school. But a chance meeting with a mysterious stranger gives Vicky the tools to use magic. Now it’s up to you to help Vicky cast magic spells to do good deeds and maybe even save the whole town in the process.
Game Review: Let’s Play Flight Attendant (DS)
Posted on July 19th, 2010 by
Put your seats and tray tables in the upright position, stow your luggage in the seat compartment in front of you, and get ready to take off with Let’s Play Flight Attendant. It’s a DS game with airport themed touch screen mini-games for your DS.
Game Review: Let’s Play Ballerina (Wii, DS)
Posted on July 18th, 2010 by
Hey, don’t laugh. If you have a Wii or DS, and also a little girl who has always wanted to be a ballerina or enjoys taking ballet lessons, then Let’s Play Ballerina is the perfect game for them.
