The landscape of kids gaming is changing and changing fast, with new technologies -- such as the Internet of Things, Bluetooth and WiFi -- being embraced to make gaming more interactive, more accessible, more fun and in many cases even more beneficial for children.
Games were once thought of as representing nothing but fun, entertainment and distraction for children. Now however, there's a lot more awareness about the benefits of gaming as an educational endeavor and one that can even have health benefits. From toothbrushes that make brushing your teeth fun to gaming setups that encourage children with cystic fibrosis to perform their breathing exercises, there are numerous ways in which gamification is being applied to kids' well-being.
As far as the education angle is concerned, kids gaming is becoming increasingly DIY and there are lots of opportunities for kids to use tablet technology to even design and craft their own games.
In sum, the world of kids gaming is evolving rapidly, and it has never been a better time to be a kid!
55 Kids' Gaming Innovations
From Immersive Disney Toys to Interactive Gaming Sneakers:
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Educational Board Games
The Hubo Cubo Offers Learning Opportunities in a Sustainable Package
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Child Coding Playsets
Cubetto Introduces Programming Basics to Kids with a Robot
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Energy-Conscious Toys
Eco Monsters Encourage Resourceful and Sustainable Behavior in Children
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Creative Cooking Games
This Food Game Teaches Kids How to Prep Real World Meals
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Rapid-Fire Toy Guns
The 'Rival' NERF Guns Shoot Foam Balls at 70 MPH
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Playful Programming Games
Code Kingdom Teaches Coding for Children Through Play
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Internet-Connected Dolls
My Friend Cayla is a Toy That Has Smart Conversations with Kids
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Potion-Brewing Board Games
The Alchemists Game Requires Players to Invent Magic Potions
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Therapeutic 3D Games
Ubisoft's Dig Rush is Capable of Treating Lazy Eye
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Educational Robot Toys
Codie Takes a Simple Gaming Approach to Teaching Coding to Children
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Free-Play Backpacks
The Play Pack by Meg Czaja Encourages Unstructured Creativity and Imagination
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Smart Friendship Bracelets
Minecraft Inspired the Programmable Jewelbots for Tween Girls
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Interactive Gaming Sneakers
The Skechers Damager for Boys Includes Built-In Entertainment
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Active Gaming Wristbands
The PowaBand Encourages Kids to Earn Points from Real-Life Exercise
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Rentable Hamster Ball Games
The Criss Cross Collision Course Game Promises Laughs and Splashes
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Poetry-Exploring Video Games
This Educational Video Game Teaches Players About the Romantic Poets
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Interactive Game Projectors
The Lumo Interactive Projector Turns Kids' Rooms Into Playgrounds
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Playground-Connecting Fitness Systems
The HYBRIDPLAY Fitness Gaming Device Makes Kids More Active
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Pop Culture Video Games
'Disney Infinity: Marvel Super Heroes' Makes a Great Gift for the Holidays
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Sci-Fi Coding Games
BBC's Doctor and the Dalek Has Doctor Who Teach Kids to Code
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Educational Hacker Tookits
Piper Teaches Kids Hardware Development Using Video Game Minecraft
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Educational Animation Apps
The 'Shapekit' App Helps Kids Learn by Creating Their Own Cartoons
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Musical Motion Video Games
'Disney Fantasia Music Evolved' Spans Genres and Eras
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Augmented Fantasy Games
Kazooloo Blends a Traditional Fantasy Game with Elements of Digital Play
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Science-Based Educational Apps
Kiko Labs's Brain Training Games are Developed for Children
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Kiddie Voyager Kits
A Little Passports Subscription Takes Kids on a New Adventure Each Month
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Nerdy Toy Subscription Boxes
The Nerd Block Jr. Boys' Box Contains Various Action Figures and Toys
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Playful Kids' Computers
The Leaptop has Educational Basics Integrated for Interactive Learning
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Eco Awareness Games
Koda Quest's Eco Game Blends Real Challenges with Caring for a Virtual Pet
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African Safari Mobile Games
Kate and Harry in Africa Lets Kids Explore An African Safari
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Gratis Gaming Apps
Gamee is a Platform for Free Games That Rejects In-App Purchases
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Music-Making Kids Apps
Loopimal Creates Charming Dancing Animals to Original Beats
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Immersive Disney Toys
The 'Playmation' Line Combines Wearable Devices with Connected Technology
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Interactive Activity Chronographs
A Smartwatch for Kids Turns Sports and Physical Play into a Game
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Kinetic Spelling Games
Spelling Stomp Has Kids Step on an Interactive Mat to Learn Words
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DIY Interactive Gaming Apps
Make it Kids Lets Children Create Their Own Imaginative Activities
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App-Integrated Board Games
Cheatwell's App-Player Board Game is Enhanced with Mobile Devices
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Augmented Gaming Storybooks
The Playstation 3 Wonderbook Uses AR to Bring Stories to Life
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Electric Coaching Toothbrushes
The Sonicare Kids Toothbrush Teaches Children How to Properly Brush
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Taco-Inspired Card Games
'Taco Takeover' is a Fun-Filled Competitive Taco Making Game
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Educational Gaming Toothbrushes
Grush is a Smart Cleaner that Teaches Children How to Brush Teeth
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Feminine Remote-Control Cars
Just Girls Creates a Battery-Powered Camero for the Fairer Gender
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Cystic Fibrosis Breathing Games
The Jordi-Stick Gamifies a Nebulizer Breathing Device for Kids
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Actor-Dedicated Puzzle Books
Snake Eyes: A Nicolas Cage Activity Book Provides Fun for All Ages
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Board Game-Extending Apps
MONOPOLY zAPPed Introduces Mini Games to Enhance the Playing Experience
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Educational Storytelling Apps
'ABCine' Lets Kids Learn Their ABC's Through Interactive Stories
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Disney Trivia Apps
The Pictopia App Spans Decades of the International Company's Magic
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Sci-Fi Battlement Games
XCOM: the Board Game is Played Alongside an App
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Diabetic Simulation Games
Coco's Cove is a Health Game About Having Type 2 Diabetes
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Educational Candy ATMs
The Sberbank Candy ATM Entertains Children While Parents Bank
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Immersive Multi-Screen Games
This Multi-Screen Game Will Transform Early Education
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Group Coloring Games
Chroma Cubes Challenges You to Be Quick & Creative
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Multilingual Youth Games
Monki Home Teaches Language for Kids with Familiar Scenarios
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Tablet Game Builders
Bloxels' Digital Board Game Lets Kids Create Their Own Challenges
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Gaming Console Smartphones
The Nintendo Switch Phone Concept by Ivan Llaneza Prioritizes Play
Advanced Pro-Grade Gamer Consoles
The Conceptual 'Tingting GO' Handheld Gaming Console is Powerful
Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces
The Retro Gaming Watch Brings Gameplay to the Wrist
Customizable Mobile Gaming Consoles
The 'ORBIS' Handheld Gaming Console Concept is Multipurpose
Charging-Friendly Smartphone Controllers
The 'PocketPlay' iPhone Gaming Controller is Feature-Rich
Motion-Sensing Mobile Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Nova' Handheld Game Console is Sensor-Laden
Pocket-Friendly Games Consoles
The 'PiBoy Mini' Offers Retro Gaming In a Portable Package
Gaming-Inspired Haptic Response Sneakers
The Nike PG2 PlayStation Shoes are Paul George-Approved
Emotionally Rewarding Multiplayer Games
Toca Boca Days Helps Tweens Find a Sense of Belonging
Digital Board Game Devices
Arcade1Up's Infinity Game Board Offers Hundreds of Tabletop Games
Ergonomic Mobile Console Concepts
This Conceptual Nintendo Switch 2 Elevates a Classic
Child-Focused Mixed Reality Headsets
The Conceptual 'Edi' Mixed Reality Headset is Safety-Focused
Kid-Powered Imagination Campaigns
Lunchables' A.I. vs K.I. Proves Kids' Limitless Creativity
Neurodiverse Inclusion Initiatives
LEGO® Group is Championing Inclusivity With 3 New Initiatives
Flipped Handheld Gaming Devices
AYANEO's Flip DS Gaming Device is Inspired by Nintendo
Playful Thermal Printer Cameras
The Children’s Print Camera by Koool Design is Easy to Use
Light-Up Kidswear
Go-Glow by PatPat Features Fabric-Illuminating Technology
Furniture Waste-Made Toys
ÉCAL Students Redefine What a Sustainable Toy Is
Creative STEM-Based Toys
JitteryGit's Educational STEM Toys Foster Creativity in Kids
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Educational Climate Change Toys
The 'Habitat' Educational Toy Brick Sets Come in Two Options
Technical Education Car Toys
The Conceptual 'GoCar' Helps Kids Learn to Code Autonomous Vehicles
Playful Entrepreneurial Metaverses
e.l.f. UP! on Roblox Helps Gen Z & Gen Alpha Build Skills
Modular Handheld Gaming Systems
The 'feeel' Gaming System by Jasmin Kappler is Customizable
Educational Exploration Binoculars
The Conceptual 'BINO' Mixed Reality Device Works in Many Ways
Immersive Gaming TVs
This TV Offers Heightened Visuals, Enhanced Audio & Rapid Connectivity
Sustainable Sensorial Play Pads
The Stokke PlayPad by Marius Kindler Adapts to Growing Children
Introductory STEM Toy Sets
The Zig & Go from Djeco Combines Music and Forces in an Educational Toy
Playful Coding Pets
Pyxel Helps Kids Program Actions, Expressions, Tricks & Sounds
Interactive Sensory Tables
The Fisher-Price Sensory Bright Light Station Offers Six Play Modes
Mobile-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The 'MOI3D' Concept Controller by Vadim Danilkov is Two-in-One
Nostalgic Mobile Gaming Controllers
This Nintendo Switch GameCube Controller Revives a Classic
Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups
The Play-Doh Restaurant of Imagination Turns Kids' Creations Edible
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Multi-Sensory Education Devices
The Conceptual 'Squashy' VR Education Device Has a Tactile Form
Space-Exploring STEAM Toys
LeapFrog's Magic Adventures™ Line Arrives for Kids Five and Up
Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets
LEGO Super Mario is Sure to Capture the Attention of Fans
Connected Digital Game Boards
'The Last Gameboard' is an Interactive Digital Board Game Platform
Game Console Wireless Earbuds
Sony Presents the New Immersive PS5 Earbuds for In-Game Using
Gen Alpha Fitness Influencers
ASICS' Little Reminders Inspires Adults to Make Movement Joyful
Child-Friendly Camera Concepts
The Camera for Kids Concept Reimagines the Digital Camera
Virtual Reality Education Products
Meta is Launching a New Quest Product to Enhance Classrooms
Empathy-Building Play Programs
The Barbie School of Friendship Helps Kids Develop Social Skills
Interactive Play Experiences
LEGO's Superpower Academy Connects Families with the Power of Play
Autonomous Vehicle Kits
This Kit Teaches Kids How AI is Changing Transportation Dynamics
Transforming Imaginative Furniture Designs
The Kiddie Couch Encourages a Sense of Play
Customizable Child Smartwatches
The X6Play Smartwatch is a CES 2023 Innovation Award Honoree
Storytelling Projector Toys
Moonlite Projects Stories With Added Music and Sounds
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Kid-Friendly Tech Frames
myFirst Recently Unveiled Two New Digital Frames
Play-Based Learning Collections
Staples Launches the Curated Kids Learn + Play Collection
Digital Wellness Inniaitives
Pinterest Focuses on the Digital Well-being of Gen Z
Forest-Inspired Screenless Toys
Boogie Board Launched the Sketch Pals Forest Friends Line
Children-Friendly Content Platforms
YouTube Kids is Officially Launching onto Game Consoles
First-Person Vintage-Inspired Games
Mouse is a New Shooter Game Inspired by Vintage Disney
Fuzzy Musical Collectibles
Furblets are Interactive Toys That Introduce Furby to a New Generation
Healthy Lifestyle VR Headsets
The Conceptual 'Portalverse' VR Headset Makes Fitness More Fun
Kid-Friendly Telescopes
The LeapFrog Magic Adventures Telescope Shares Images Taken by NASA
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Brand-Led Global Studies
The LEGO Group Conducted a Study That May Inform Market Decisions
Digital Collectible Displays
Gatebox's Digital Figure Box Shows Off Virtual Collectibles
Survival Crafting Metaverses
LEGO Fortnite Fosters Creativity and Collaborative Play
Intelligent Portable Board Games
Kai Xia Designs the EIFplay Chessboard with a Digital Approach
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Immersive EdTech Platforms
Discovery Education's Sandbox AR Platform Surpassed 1 Million Downloads
Modernized Nostalgic Gaming Consoles
The Atari Gamestation Pro Features More Than 200 Games
Gamified Youth-Focused News Apps
RocaNews Uses Challenges and Quests to Encourage Staying Informed
GenAI Bedtime Stories
SmartDreams Uses AI to Help Kids Craft Their Own Stories
Next-Gen Fuzzy Robot Toys
Hasbro is Introducing a New Furby for a New Generation
Preschool Gaming Subscriptions
The Piknik App Subscription Service Shares Games for Preschoolers
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Cognitive Toy Subscriptions
Lovevery is a Subscription that Delivers Developmental Toys to Kids
Gamified Custom Kidswear
Supermix Studio Empowers Kids to Create Their Own Apparel & Accessories
STEM Subscription Crates
KiwiCo's STEM Subscription Crates Equip Children with Valuable Skills
Gen Z Sports Apps
Stadium Live is Aiming to Entice Gen Z Consumers with Immersive Experiences
Kid-Targeted Holiday Bundles
Storypod Boasts Three Holiday Bundles for Kids
Celebratory Retro Handheld Games
McDonalds Introduces a New Grimace Game Boy Color
Comprehensive Math-Learning Experiences
Math Learner Uses Games to Make Math Fun for Young Kids
Versatile Gaming Controllers
Yifeeling Design Launches a Controller with Detachable Design
ASMR-Inspired Soothing Toys
These Sensory Motion Bubblers Visually Create Calm
VR-Powered ADHD Games
This VR Eye-Tracking Game Could Help with ADHD Diagnoses
Interactive Gaming Clogs
These Special Crocs Can Be Scanned for an Exclusive Gaming Experience
Inclusive Children's Education Apps
Smart Tales is Certified by IBCCES as an Autism Resource
Magical Game Collaborations
Disney is Investing in Epic Games and Launching Fortnite Content
Casual Mini Games
This Online Hub Allows for Players to Easily Learn Engaging Games
Play-Inspiring Workshops
LEGO is Sharing a Free Workshop Series Featuring Renowned Creatives
Dream-Inspired Building Toys
Lego Dreamzzz Encourages Kids to Build with Their Imagination
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Reality-Bending Car Ads
CarGurus Ad Features Melting Lego and Gourmet Chef Toddlers
AI Board Game Robots
SenseTime's AI-Powered Robot Helps Players Strategize
Gamified Nighttime Reading
StoryMate Let's Parents Set Reading Goals for Their Children
VR-Compatible Gaming Controllers
The Conceptual 'Game Start' Gaming Controller is Multifunctional
AI-Driven Financial Education Games
Money Smarts Unveils AI Financial Game on Indiegogo
Child-Friendly Adaptive Storytelling
Zora Learning Teaches Kids to Read in More Engaging Ways
Feature-Rich Retro Gamer Consoles
The XGO Handheld Retro Gaming Console Supports 10 Emulators
Streaming Service Game Controllers
Netflix Unveils a New Game Controller App for iPhones
Inclusive Gaming Initiatives
RNIB and Twitch are Creating Change for Gamers with Sight Loss
Time-Managing Joystick Chargers
Oasis is an Innovative Wellbeing-Focused Game Controller Charger
Advanced Wheelchair Treadmills
Wheely-x Brings Inclusive Mobility and Gaming to CES 2024
Video Game-Inspired Outdoor Play
ROXs is Getting Kids Outdoors
Gesture-Controlled Apps
Spatial Touch Lets Users Navigate Tech With Their Fingers
Socially Adept Gaming Robots
This Robot Offers Companionship & Conversation to Lonely Gamers
Personalized Bed Time Reading
BlissFable Lets Kids Be the Protagonists of Their Own Stories
Family Game-Sharing Platforms
Valve is Introducing 'Steam Families' to Replace 'Family Sharing'
Inclusive Children's Apps
Pok Pok Offers Culturally-Specific Content for Global Audiences
Family-Friendly Survival Games
Lego Debuts a New Fortnite Survival Crafting Game
Adult Board Game Campaigns
Hasbro and Ageless Innovation Rebrand Childhood Games for Adults
Personalized Child Education Apps
Sandbox Group Launches the PlayKids+ Application for Ages 2-12
Immersive Fighting Math Games
Karate Math Dojo Combines Fighting with Learning
Personalized Bedtime Stories
StoryGenius Let's Parents Insert Their Children Into Books
In-Car Gaming Expansions
Tesla Launches Thousands of Games in Its Cars with Steam
Emotional Awareness Apps
Crown Institute Debuts an Emotional Learning App Inspired by Inside Out
Wearable Gaming-Focused Technology
Team Singularity Partners with Technology Brand GamerTech
Transformative Gaming TV Concepts
Ibrahim Can Erdincmer Designs the New Gravity TV Concept
AI ABC Games
ABC Finder Uses AI to Teach Children Foundational Knowledge
Connected Training Baseballs
The Playfinity Backyard League Smart Gaming Baseball is App-Enabled
Child-Friendly AI Doodles
Dodoboo Uses AI to Turn a Child's Doodles into Art
Immersive Language Games
Noun Town Puts a Gamified Spin on Learning a New Language
Learning-Focused Robotics Toys
The Robots In Motion Building Set Ignites STEM Interest in Youth
Digitized Board Game Consoles
This Smartphone-Controlled System Displays Board Games On Your TV
Dedicated Gaming Gear Shops
The Samsung Game Portal is Launching in 30 Countries
Child-Friendly AI Tutors
GPTKids is a Homework Helper That Supports Kids and Their Parents
Phone-Style Counting Toys
Leapfrog's Chat & Count Emoji Phone Mimics a Real Phone to Teach Numbers
Conceptual Gamified Sleep Apps
'Sleep Quest' is an Early-Stage Gamified Sleep App for iOS
Cognitive Virtual Reality Games
EPELI Can Assist with Objectively Detecting Signs of ADHD
Online Family Sharing Systems
Steam Introduces the Steam Families Feature for More Sharing Options
Dynamic Accessible Gaming Controllers
Sony Unveils the Inaugural Inclusive Game Controller at CES
Mobile TV-Compatible Controllers
Netflix Releases a Mobile Game Controller for TV-Enabled Gaming
Real-Time Reading Practice Tools
Google's Practice Badge Helps Kids with Pronunciation
Daily Brain Training Games
'10 Games: Daily Brain Training Offers a Suite of Cognitive Games
Child Verification Mechanisms
ERSB Debuts a New System for Parental Consent in Video Gaming
Retro Virtual Consoles
Nintendo Added GameBoy Color and GameBoy Advance to Switch Online
Relaxed Interactive Mobile Games
Nintendo and Niantic Join Forces on the Pikmin Finder Game
Vibrant Celebratory Gaming Consoles
The Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Red Edition is Sleek
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
Science-Based Gaming Platforms
Skillprint Launched a New First-of-Its-Kind Gaming Pairing Platform
Student-Focused Esports Deals
Generation Esports Partners with Nintendo for Middle School Esports
Kid-Friendly Financial Support Apps
Goaly Offers Financial Lessons for Kids and Their Parents
Avatar-Centric Gaming Activities
Interactive New Meta Quests are Added to the Horizon Worlds
Esports Wellness Courses
Entain Foundation U.S. Introduces a New Esports Mental Wellness Campaign