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[Video Games 101] Massively Multiplayer Online Games
This post is part of a series that addresses the needs of the parent who “just doesn’t get video games.” I’m here to catch you up, Clueless Parent! MMOs—or massively...Read More
Kids & Video Games: 3 Ideas To Help You Feel Better About Your Kids and Screens
Last night, I did a webinar with Amy Lang of MamaCon and Birds+Bees+Kids. It was all about screen time for kids. One reason we wanted to tackle this topic is that we think...Read More
“Chicks Dig Gaming” Belongs in Your Library
“Chicks Dig Gaming” is an anthology of nonfiction essays celebrating women’s love for and contributions to the gaming industry. The collection has been nominated for a 2015 ENnie Award—essentially the...Read More
Tower Control Coming to Splatoon on July 1
Tomorrow (July 1), Nintendo will be adding a new play mode called Tower Control to its game Splatoon for Wii U. Tower Control will be a part of Ranked Battle, which is...Read More
7 Great Massively Multiplayer Online Games for Families
Massively Multiplayer Online Games (MMOs) are a dime a dozen online. There are thousands of different MMOs to choose from. Whether you want to play something that has a fantasy,...Read More
Plants Vs. Zombies: Now With More Learning
Plants Vs. Zombies: educational? It certainly has potential.Read More
Dads Bring Super League Minecraft Gaming to Movie Theatres
Super League Gaming is the “world’s first recreational video game league in a cool movie theatre.” This week Super League Gaming is holding Minecraft tournaments in several Seattle-area movie theatres.Read More
Indie Game Spotlight: You Must Build a Boat
Building things can be a lot of fun, but you know what makes the task of building a lot more exciting? Puzzles! Action! Monsters! Go! This month’s indie pick from...Read More
[Podcast] Gaming With the Moms #11: Let Me Rub Your Face
Check Out Technology Podcasts at Blog Talk Radio with Gaming With The Moms on BlogTalkRadio Welcome to Gaming With The Moms, the podcast about gaming with families! Host and Managing...Read More
This Week in Family Gaming: June 26, 2015
Hello Pixelkiners! I hope you’ve all recovered from last week’s E3 news binge. Starting in July, Xbox Live Gold members will get two free games with the Games With Gold...Read More
Games With Gold is Offering Two Free Games This Month
Actually, two free games every month—as long as you’re on Xbox One instead of Xbox 360. If you don’t know, Xbox Live Gold subscribers receive free games through a program...Read More
6 Cheap Downloadable Wii U Games to Play with the Family
Nintendo has long been associated with family-friendly fare, and the Wii U continues that trend. Most games developed by Nintendo are premium games that run $60. But the online eShop offers...Read More
How To Cross-Stitch Your Favorite Game Characters
When most gamers hear the word “embroidery,” they probably call to mind old-timey ladies sitting in a fancy parlor and gossiping about Mr. Darcy.Read More
[Preview] LEGO Worlds
The biggest and most obvious inspiration for Minecraft is LEGO. Those venerable little stacking bricks rose from humble Danish beginnings to become one of the most popular toys in the world....Read More
