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Pac Man Invades Google Maps Today
Last year we got to collect Pokemon on Google Maps. This year? Pac Man!Read More
Bonding With Adult Siblings Over Video Games
A while back I wrote about how games can bring people together in a lot of different ways, and I mentioned hanging out with my sister and discussing video games...Read More
This Easy Xbox One Fix Could Save a Lot of Energy
If you have an Xbox One in your home, you might want to check out its energy output. Last year the National Resources Defense Council put out a report detailing...Read More
Even Single-Player Games Can Be Played Together
Gaming is usually thought of as a solitary hobby, one that often comes at the expense of personal relationships with others. This is couldn’t be farther from the truth. Whether...Read More
[Video Games 101] What the Heck is a “Let’s Play,” OR Why Does My Kid Watch Videos of People Playing Video Games?
This post is the first in 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! Parents...Read More
Indie Game Spotlight: Oceanhorn: Monster of Uncharted Seas
Do you ever get that weird feeling of déjà vu when you’re playing a new game?Read More
Gaming News Roundup: PS4 Updates
PS4 Updates Parents Should Know About The PlayStation 4 got some updates this week, including expanded sharing capabilities, better pause/resume functionality, and the ability to upgrade sub-accounts to normal accounts...Read More
Visit Us at Emerald City Comicon!
Today’s the day! Emerald City Comicon has officially commenced, and we would love to see you! Pixelkin will be at booth #407 with candy, stickers, and a scavenger hunt. (The...Read More
This Week In Family Gaming: March 27, 2015
Hey there everyone, welcome back to Pixelkin’s family gaming news. The PlayStation 4 got a huge update on March 25th, including a change that’ll make it way easier for families...Read More
Ana’s Apps: LumiKids Park
Lots of educational apps for kids tout the involvement of teachers or other child-development experts, but few of them are designed only by experts. LumiKids Park is one of these...Read More
PlayStation 4 Update: Parents Take Note!
Sony’s PlayStation 4 is getting some noteworthy updates today (March 25), including some that parents will want to know about.Read More
Johann Sebastian Joust Redefines Games
Don’t be put off by the strange name; Johann Sebastian Joust is one of the most interesting and enjoyable recent games to play with friends and families.Read More
Coping With the Absence of a Father With The Legend of Zelda
For me, video games have always been about much more than just entertainment. They’ve taught me life lessons, helped me escape into other worlds, and filled emotional places in my...Read More
[Interview] What’s It Like to Attend Girls Make Games?
At PAX East this year, Girls Make Games was showing off The Hole Story, a riddle-based game about a girl who gets sent back in time. The Hole Story is...Read More
