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‘Song of the Deep’ is a Multimedia Winner

August 16, 2016December 16, 2017Joey L. Mills0

“Song of the Deep” is a multimedia experience–the rare gem of a novel and a game–that appeals to middle grade readers, gamers, and their parents.

GeekDad Geekaway: The Playstation 4 and Uncharted 4 Giveaway

June 23, 2016Darren Blankenship0

Enter for a chance to win the Playstation 4 and Uncharted 4 Giveaway

‘Ghostbusters’ Video Games Announced

April 19, 2016December 16, 2017Will James0

To coincide with the release of ‘The Ghostbusters’ film, Activision in conjunction with Sony will be releasing not just one, but two video games this summer!

‘Minecraft Story Mode’ Episode 5 Releases March 27th

March 23, 2016December 16, 2017Andy Robertson0

Along with news that the next big episode in Minecraft Story Mode will be available on March 27th, Telltale have also confirmed that we will be getting another three episodes that extend this narrative further.

‘Lego Star Wars The Force Awakens’ Game-Play Trailer Reveals New Mechanics

March 23, 2016December 16, 2017Andy Robertson0

The latest trailer for Lego Star Wars The Force Awakens not only offers a sneak peek of what new story elements will be in the game but a brand new cover system.

‘Captain America: Civil War’ Comes to ‘LEGO Marvel’s Avengers’

March 14, 2016Jamie Greene0

A ‘LEGO Marvel’s Avengers’ video reveal featuring characters from the recently released Marvel’s ‘Captain America: Civil War’ Character Pack.

PDP’s PlayStation 4 Universal Media Remote Puts You in Control

February 4, 2016December 16, 2017Z2

The thing I missed most about my PS3 was its perfect Blu-ray remote. When I upgraded to the PS4 last year, I was disappointed that it wasn’t compatible, and so I waited for Sony to release another exemplary first-party equivalent. That never happened.

GeekDad Geekaway: Epic PS4 Sports Bundle Giveaway

December 3, 2015December 16, 2017Darren Blankenship0

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Tour Every ‘Lego Dimension’ Open World

November 5, 2015December 16, 2017Andy Robertson0

If you are having a job decided which of the LEGO Dimension open world expansions to purchase, this list of videos offers a guided tour of each in turn. Doctor Who world has just been added with Wave 2:

‘Metal Gear Solid V’ Is Just $40 Today!

November 2, 2015Ken Denmead0

The newest Metal Gear Solid game, subtitled The Phantom Pain, is available for just $40 today on Amazon (that’s $20 off) as a daily deal.

Let Brett Dalton Keep You Up ‘Until Dawn’

September 22, 2015Kelly Knox2

Dalton revealed a few behind-the-scenes tidbits about the frightening but stunning game at Rose City Comicon.

Final Fantasy VII Remake Announced

June 17, 2015Stephen R Clark2

The Final Fantasy franchise has been one of the most successful Japanese Role Playing Games (JRPG’s) of all time. The most celebrated of that series is Final Fantasy VII, and for the first time in years it looks like it will finally get a fresh shot of Mako energy with a full-HD remake for the PlayStation 4.

‘Skylanders SuperChargers’ Brings Vehicle Play

June 3, 2015December 16, 2017Andy Robertson0

Another year and another ‘Skylanders’ game. No huge surprise there, until you realize ‘Skylanders SuperChargers’ includes toy vehicles.

‘Portal’ coming to ‘Lego Dimensions’

April 17, 2015December 16, 2017Andy Robertson1

The brick is a lie.

8 Things Parents Should Know about ‘Mortal Kombat X’

April 15, 2015December 16, 2017Andy Robertson4

Here’s our guide to ‘Mortal Kombat X,’ ESRB M for Mature. From what makes this game so popular to what to watch out for, this is everything you need to know in 2 (and a bit) minutes.

What the New ‘Arkham Knight’ Trailer Reveals About Its “M” Rating

March 23, 2015Andy Robertson0

With the game getting an “M” for Mature rating from the ESRB, as opposed to “T” for Teen, the latest Arkham Knight trailer makes for interesting viewing.

7 Things Parents Should Know About ‘Battlefield Hardline’

March 20, 2015December 16, 2017Andy Robertson0

Here’s the things that parents should know about ‘Battlefield Hardline.’

Just Dance 2015 Includes Sing-Along Let It Go

November 28, 2014December 16, 2017Andy Robertson0

Perhaps the perfect mix of singing and dancing, we testing Just Dance 2015 on one unsuspecting family.

10 Things Parents Should Know About The Last of Us Remastered

July 19, 2014December 16, 2017Andy Robertson4

This is the first of a series of new videos from Family Gamer TV that offer family guides to new games. These aim to sum up the highs and lows in 2 minutes:

Minecraft Coming to Vita, PS4 and Xbox One

July 3, 2014December 16, 2017Andy Robertson

We tried out the PlayStation Vita version of Minecraft at E3.

Valiant Hearts The Great War is History Experienced

June 25, 2014December 16, 2017Andy Robertson

Valiant Hearts is a new game that depicts the first world war. It combines gameplay and history to educate and engage the emotions.

Buzzer Beak is Next Skylanders Trap Team Villain

June 9, 2014December 16, 2017Andy Robertson

With E3 only a day away from opening its doors, I was excited to get an exclusive hands-on with a new Trap Team villain. Buzzer Beak is an Air villain that offers impressive flying and swooping attacks.

Decoding E3 For Families

June 6, 2014December 16, 2017Andy Robertson

I’m often asked what this yearly event is that I keep jetting off to, and not just by my kids. To that end I got a colleague to put together a family guide to E3 along with our expectations about what to look out for this year.

Picking The Optimum Skylanders Trap Team Version

April 29, 2014December 16, 2017Andy Robertson

This HD Trap Team Comparison video helps distinguish which is the right version for your family.

Child of Light, A JRPG Tale Of Growing Up

April 3, 2014December 16, 2017Andy Robertson

I had some time with Child of Light and discovered it had more to offer than a beautiful art style and JRPG mechanics. Here is a game that addresses the difficult path from child to adult.

Daughter Creates PS Vita – Dual Shock 4 Mashup

February 5, 2014December 16, 2017Andy Robertson

Here’s what we did last weekend: create a portable PlayStation 4.

Tomb Raider Definitive Edition Shines on PlayStation 4

January 29, 2014December 16, 2017Andy Robertson

A close hands-on with the PlayStation version of Tomb Raider Definitive Edition. Does it beat the Xbox One?

My Best of 2013 Cop-Out

January 8, 2014December 16, 2017Z

I tried my best to round up my own list of yearly superlatives, but I found the process unexpectedly problematic.

ESRB Holiday Game Giving Tips for Parents

December 5, 2013December 16, 2017Z1

Earlier this week I received a special message from our friends at the ESRB. It contains some great information, especially for GeekParents planning to give the gift of digital entertainment this holiday season.

Community Survey: The New Console Generation

November 23, 2013December 16, 2017Z3

Now that all three major console manufacturers have made their shiny new products available for North American consumers, the time has come to see where the GeekDad community’s allegiance lie.