Worried about video games?
Mamacon speaker and Pixelkin contributor Meredith Bland
Pixelkin is a resource for parents and families. We decipher the world of gaming so that you can go forth and engage in healthy, happy, and enriching experiences with your loved ones.
We believe that video games have something good to offer to everyone; the key is to find the right games for your kids and find a healthy balance.
Below you’ll find some of our articles and videos for gaming novices. We have thousands of pages of content to explore. Curious about a specific topic? Type it into the search bar above.
Recent Articles
Roblox “users under the age of 13 will not be able to play, search, and discover unrated experiences”
Roblox, one of the most popular video games among children and teens, has implemented new safety measures to protect younger users under the age of 13. That’s great news, but...Read More
Learn molecular biology with free game, Target Malaria: The Game
Nonprofit research group Target Malaria has released an educational game, Target Malaria: The Game. The game (which is also referred to as an “interactive tool”) is free to download on...Read More
Learn coding with kid-friendly adventure, Glitch Hero
Artax Games and edutainment developer Didactoons have released educational-adventure Glitch Hero on PC (Steam), PlayStation, Switch, and Xbox ($11.99). Glitch Hero stars Ada, a young girl who becomes trapped in...Read More
The Remarkable Life of Ibelin is a heartbreakingly wonderful documentary about finding life in a virtual world
I just finished watching “The Remarkable Life of Ibelin,” on Netflix, and I’m still crying. The moving documentary explores the too-short life of Mats Steen, a young man who suffered...Read More
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5 Lies You’ve Been Told About Video Games
Comparing Three Great Workout Games
Game Lovers Tell Their Favorite Gaming Memory
