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Category: Video Games

Let’s Have a Word About ‘Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp’

December 8, 2017Ruth Suehle

Reading Time: 3 minutesI’ve played Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp just as much as the rest of you for the last week or so. OK, that’s not entirely true. I was a holdout for a little while, but then my social feeds were flooded with friend codes, and my Animal Crossing-loving kids were into it, and I […]

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3 Games for the Nintendo 3DS That Make Great Last-Minute Gifts

December 7, 2017December 28, 2017Kelly Knox

Here are a few suggestions for some of the best games for the Nintendo DS to give this holiday season.

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Bring Home ‘Super Mario Odyssey’ (and Chain Chompikins) for the Holidays

November 7, 2017Kelly Knox

Bring home Mario this holiday season with Nintendo Switch–and then put him on the Christmas tree with this DIY ornament inspired by the game.

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PAX Aus 2017: ‘Think of the Children’ (Review)

November 6, 2017Evil Genius Mum

One of the best indie video games to be presented at PAX Aus 2017 was ‘Think of the Children.’ And yes, sweet child, this is EXACTLY what parenting is like.

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BlizzCon 2017: No One Does Cinematics Like Blizzard Entertainment

November 4, 2017Kelly Knox

Even if you’ve never played a game by Blizzard before—and especially if you have—these trailers will make you laugh, gasp, and maybe even cry.

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5 Reasons to Hunt Down the Super NES Classic Edition

September 30, 2017Kelly Knox

If you’re on the fence about taking on the hunt for this mini console, here are a few reasons why it would be worth your time.

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Introduce Your Kids to ‘Metroid’ With a New Game (and a Craft!)

September 15, 2017Kelly Knox

The game is definitely worth picking up, and to really get you and your kids in the ‘Metroid’ mood, here’s a craft you can do together.

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Get Your First Look at the Roblox Wave 2 Action Figures

August 7, 2017Kelly Knox6

In mid-August, the next wave of Roblox figures will be available at Toys ‘R Us, Target, and Wal-Mart—and here’s your first look at a few of them.

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If Your Kids Love ‘Tomodachi Life,’ They’ll Feel at Home in ‘Miitopia’

July 30, 2017Kelly Knox2

With your Mii friends filling out the roster of an RPG party, kids are able to go on a journey unlike one anyone else will take in ‘Miitopia.’

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8 Things My 8-Year-Old Loves About ‘Splatoon 2’

July 24, 2017Kelly Knox1

There are plenty of updates and improvements that make ‘Splatoon 2’ another Switch must-have.

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Necromancer Brings ‘Diablo III’ Back From the Dead

July 18, 2017Jena Burne

A few weeks after the debut, I think it is safe to say the necromancer brought ‘Diablo’ back from the dead. On my Blizzard dashboard, where one can see their friends and what they are playing, I have seen many more people on ‘Diablo’ than I have in months. So it isn’t just me finding a new love for this game.

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5 Reasons Why the ‘Breath of the Wild’ DLC Is Worth Picking Up

July 8, 2017Kelly Knox

‘The Master Trials’ is everything you already loved about ‘Breath of the Wild,’ just more of it.

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‘The Art of Splatoon’ Is For Diehard Fans, But It’s Ink-credible

July 3, 2017Kelly Knox

It’s hard to recommend it to anyone that’s not a diehard fan, but if “Stay Fresh!” is now in your DNA, this is an amaz-ink book for your Splatoon collection.

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5 Reasons Why ‘Ever Oasis’ Is the Perfect Starter RPG for Kids

June 26, 2017December 13, 2017Kelly Knox

‘Ever Oasis’ combines an adorable fantasy world and intuitive, convenient game features to create an experience that eases kids into role-playing games.

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The Dynamic Duo Reviews ‘Toca Lab: Plants’

June 16, 2017Shiri Sondheimer

The Dynamic Duo reviews Toca Boca’s newest app, ‘Toca Lab: Plants.’ And they get to say “poop” on a recording, which they find highly amusing.

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Get Your Kids’ ‘ARMS’ Moving and Grooving This Summer

June 13, 2017Kelly Knox

The family-friendly fighting game ‘ARMS’ has the potential to become a bright and colorful mainstay on your Nintendo Switch.

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Top 7 Playstation E3 2017 Announcements

June 12, 2017December 12, 2017Samantha Fisher2

GeekMom Sam gives you the Top 7 takeaways she gleaned while watching today’s Playstation E3 2017 Briefing.

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Top X Xbox E3 2017 Announcements

June 11, 2017December 12, 2017Samantha Fisher

Xbox’s much-anticipated E3 briefing was worth the 90 minutes I spent watching it live. For those at the event, all video was presented on a 4k screen. Sadly I couldn’t enjoy the full power of the experience on my non-4k screen but I’m sure it was pretty sweet. Here is a curated list of my Top 10 takeaways from the Xbox E3 2017 Briefing.

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‘Roblox’ Gets in the Superhero Spirit With ‘Roblox Heroes’ [Giveaway!]

June 6, 2017Kelly Knox

From now until June 14, your kids will find even more super adventures in ‘Roblox’ thanks to the ‘Roblox Heroes’ event currently in full swing.

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The Dynamic Duo Reviews ‘Toca Life: Vacation’

May 30, 2017Shiri Sondheimer

The Dynamic Duo reviews Toca Life’s new app, ‘Toca Life: Vacation!’ I foresee much travel planning in their futures. And a lot of time at the beach.

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Pick Up ‘Ultra Street Fighter II’ on Nintendo Switch For Portable Punches

May 24, 2017Kelly Knox

If you’re looking to add to your Switch library, ‘Ultra Street Fighter II’ is a classic that makes a timeless addition.

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CheckPoint: 48-Hour Gaming Marathon for Mental Health

May 19, 2017December 13, 2017Evil Genius Mum

CheckPoint is running a 48-Hour LiveStream Gaming Marathon this weekend. Because gaming IS good for your mental health and your gaming community.

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‘YIIK: A Postmodern RPG’ Invites You to Game Like It’s 1999

April 29, 2017December 13, 2017A.J. O'Connell1

Playing the ‘YIIK: A Postmodern RPG’ demo at PAX East in March was a little weird for me. After all, I graduated from college in 2000, just a year after the game’s protagonist comes home from college to find himself facing both adulthood and a terrible mystery.

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5 Ways ‘Mario Kart 8 Deluxe’ Is Even More Fun for Kids

April 24, 2017Kelly Knox

Are there enough updates and tweaks to make Mario Kart 8 worth purchasing again?

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Geek Kids Review: ‘Toca Life: Hospital’ and They Think It’s Pretty Great

April 24, 2017December 13, 2017Shiri Sondheimer

Toca Boca’s newest app introduces kids to the hospital environment. It’s pretty great. But don’t make my word for it…

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How We Did Our Minecraft Birthday Party

April 20, 2017Amy Weir1

Decorating, food, and activities for a Minecraft-themed birthday party, as tested by a ten-year-old Minecraft fanatic and his friends.

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LEGO City Undercover

‘LEGO City Undercover:’ Family Fun with Digitized Minifigures

April 19, 2017Karen Walsh

‘LEGO City Undercover:’ The addictive family fun you’re used to but with a storyline that keeps you coming back again…and again..and again.

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How a Mom Was Added to Gaming’s Most Popular Cast of Characters

April 4, 2017Kelly Knox

Michael Chu, lead writer on ‘Overwatch,’ talks about adding a mother to the diverse cast of the game.

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Most Wanted: ‘Colt Express’ Goes Digital

March 24, 2017Sophie Brown

The Spiel des Jahres winning ‘Colt Express’ has been allowing us to play at being bandits for several years already, but now there’s an app version.

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‘Assassin’s Creed’ Movie’s Michelle Lin at PAX East

March 20, 2017Karen Walsh

Actress Michelle Lin from the ‘Assassin’s Creed’ movie sits down with GeekMom Karen to talk about her role and her martial arts training.

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