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Skylanders Trap Team Facts and Rumours Round Up

April 25, 2014November 23, 2017Andy Robertson

Here’s a video that goes through the latest Skylanders Trap Team trailer and rounds up all the information we know about the game so far.

Time To Pre-Order Trap Team, The Next Piece of The Skylanders Franchise

April 23, 2014Ruth Suehle1

Take a look at the trailer for Trap Team, the latest addition to the Skylanders franchise.

Skylanders Trap Team Announced

April 23, 2014November 23, 2017Andy Robertson

At events across the world, including both London and New York, Skylanders Trap Team was unveiled to the invited media.

Kids React to Skylanders Trap Team

April 21, 2014November 23, 2017Andy Robertson

Here’s a round up of the leaked new Skylanders game Trap Team. This appeared briefly on an Amazon Spain listing. Is this really a leak or just a smoke screen to put pundits off the scent before the official announcement this week.

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.

Skylanders: Springtime Trigger Happy

February 26, 2014November 23, 2017Anton Olsen

Just in time for spring time, Skylanders introduces a special Springtime Trigger Happy. This variant is styled after the Big Bang Trigger Happy, who was in turn styled after Major “King” Kong riding an H-bomb to his sure death in Kubric’s Dr. Stangelove.

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 4 Toy Fair News: Mega Blocks Leak

February 19, 2014Anton Olsen4

GeekDad Andy Robertson brings us a little more news of from toy Fair 2014. This time it’s a little speculation about Skylanders 4, a brief description of the Mega Blocks leak, and his speculation on the new game. If Andy is right about the direction and timing of the new game it could be a great way to grow the franchise to keep up with the fans as they age.

Skylanders, Still Hot and Still Growing

February 11, 2014Anton Olsen

The Skylanders franchise has just passed the $2 Billion mark: that’s double where they were a year ago. This year marks a lot of milestones for the game as they break into the top 20 video game franchises of all time. This month they passed the 175 million toy mark and there is no end in site.

Family Gaming News Weekly Launches

February 6, 2014November 23, 2017Andy Robertson1

This week sees the first outing for the new weekly video-game news show for families — and I’m producing it!

Skylanders 4 Could Be Karting Game?

January 24, 2014November 23, 2017Andy Robertson7

Here’s my kids’ speculation on what’s next for Skylanders 4 along with some digging from me on the current rumors.

Angry Birds Go! In-App Purchases Put to the Family Test

January 17, 2014November 23, 2017Andy Robertson

We look at Angry Birds Go! in-app purchases and toys.

GeekMom 2013 Holiday Gift Guide: Video Games, Videos, Music, and–Oh My!

December 4, 2013Cathé Post

Are you looking for something to give the screen-time loving geek on your list?

Black Friday Geek Roundup

November 27, 2013Ruth Suehle2

Already overwhelmed by the Black Friday ads? Here’s a start on your comparison shopping.

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.

Skylanders Swap Force Review

October 13, 2013December 16, 2017Andy Robertson1

With the game out today in the US and soon to arrive on other shores, here’s my family first-look review after working through much of the experience with my kids.

New Mega Bloks Build Excitement

October 7, 2013November 23, 2017Tony Sims

Skylanders Swap Force is only a few days away now. That’s right, another new addition of interactive toys that meld with you gaming console is almost here. My kids area already feeling the excitement, so they picked up on of the new Mega Bloks sets

October Is Now SWAPtober

October 2, 2013Anton Olsen

As Activision gets ready to kick off the latest release in their super successful franchise, Skylanders they are celebrating SWAPTOBER by giving away one Skylanders SWAP Force starter pack every day from October 1st to 31st.

Official Skylanders: What's new in SWAP Force

September 20, 2013Anton Olsen

Activision has released the latest SWAP Force trailer, and it reveals a lot about the story of the new game. I’m very eager to get a chance to play, and will definitely be putting some hours in once it’s released on October 13.

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!

Skylanders Swap Force Official Champion Wins Complete Set of Figures and Starter Set

September 12, 2013November 26, 2017Andy Robertson

After many region heats and much hammering of buttons / waggling of sticks, we have the world’s first official Skylanders champion. Here’s the video of the final.

PAX Prime 2013 Giveaways: Thanks to Our Prize Donors, Congrats to Our Winners!

September 4, 2013Jonathan H. Liu2

As usual, we gave away a lot of great swag at our PAX “Geek Parenting” panel on Saturday, and we couldn’t have done it without all the generous contributions from our prize donors.

30 Minute Taster Of Skylanders Swap Force

August 29, 2013December 16, 2017Andy Robertson2

Full play-through of Skylanders Swap Force exclusive Winter Keep level at Gamescom.

The Skylanders Franchise Just Keeps Going

August 22, 2013Anton Olsen

There’s no end in sight for the Activision’s amazing franchise, Skylanders. With just two major titles in 21 months, Skylanders has reached the $1.5 Billion mark, but that’s not their only astounding metric.

First Skylanders Swap Force PS4 Gameplay

August 22, 2013December 16, 2017Andy Robertson

Exclusive new game-play for new Skylanders Swap Force on PS4 characters.

Father and Son Play Skylanders Swap Force

August 20, 2013December 13, 2017Andy Robertson

Father and son play through the first levels of Skylanders Swap Force, and quite like it.

Activision Kicks Off Skylanders eSports In The UK

August 9, 2013November 23, 2017Andy Robertson

We check in on the latest thing in eSports, the Skylanders Championships.

Pokémon Rumble U Set to Rock Wii U on August 29

August 7, 2013November 23, 2017Z

At this point my kids and I have sort of had our fill of Skylanders, and we never really got sucked into the hype for Disney Infinity. This upcoming downloadable Wii U title, however, will no doubt be a big deal in our household.