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Zoomer Dino, Toy of the Year, Gets Kitty Follow-Up

March 14, 2015December 16, 2017Andy Robertson

Here’s a look at the Zoomer Dino Jester and Zoomer Kitty, follow-ups to TIA’s Toy of the Year.

Hasbro Highlights From Toy Fair 2015

March 4, 2015Andy Robertson1

Here’s a set of videos looking at the best bits from the Hasbro area at Toy Fair 2015.

The Case for the Grown-Up Video-Game

March 14, 2014December 16, 2017Andy Robertson

It’s easy to claim that video-games have as much to offer grown-ups as movies or novels, but it’s harder to explain. This family review of The Last of Us: Left Behind DLC aims to help with its moving account of the game for parents.

Child Of Light Deluxe Edition Announced

March 7, 2014November 23, 2017Andy Robertson

Have you seen Child of Light yet, the new role play game from Ubisoft? It’s a beautifully hand painted adventure. It may look a little like Braid but it plays very differently.

Family Gaming News Round-Up Feb 27th

February 27, 2014November 23, 2017Andy Robertson

This video-game news round up is designed to help keep mums and dads up to date with the latest gaming developments. If you want to play a more active role in the gaming life of your family, it’s a great way to become more informed.

Meet Angry Birds Stella Flock: Willow, Luca and Poppy

February 27, 2014November 23, 2017Andy Robertson

At Toy Fair this year I had some great access to the Angry Birds products and Rovio executives. Along with the interview below I put on my Sherlock deerstalker and turned detective to uncover all the details I could find.

Skylanders 4 Interview Hints at New Game

February 25, 2014November 23, 2017Andy Robertson

At New York toy fair the atmosphere around the Skylanders booth may have been a little muted, but there was still a lot to cover.

Skylanders Swap Force Dad and Son Battles Every Weekend

December 7, 2013November 23, 2017Andy Robertson

These dad vs son Skylanders battle videos offer Saturday morning TV with a competitive edge. They also highlight why it’s great to game in a family.

Mom, Dad, Son, Daughter, Friends Play Through Skylanders Swap Force

October 29, 2013December 16, 2017Andy Robertson

We test how much fun Skylanders Swap Force is for Mums, Dads, Sons and Daughters as we play through the whole game.

2DS Takes on 3DS and 3DS XL, Does Admirably

October 4, 2013November 23, 2017Andy Robertson

With the 2DS now not many moons away I had some hands on time with the device.

10 Days Till Skylanders Swap Force Wave 1

October 3, 2013December 16, 2017Andy Robertson2

With Swap Force almost upon us I had a chance to play through 30 minutes of the game at my leisure and in relative quiet at the Eurogamer Expo in London.

iPhone 5s Battery Test Time Lapse

September 26, 2013Andy Robertson

Real time, real world battery test of iPhone 5s/5c/4/4s/3g. That’s a lot of batteries — find out which one lasted longest.

Review: Angry Birds Star Wars II Telepods Have Skylanders Ambitions

September 19, 2013November 23, 2017Andy Robertson

Here’s a quick look at the new iPad/Android tablet game that combines physical toys with Angry Birds game-play: Angry Birds Star Wars II Telepods. Not only that, but it has all your favorite Star Wars characters too!