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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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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African Safari Mobile Games
Kate and Harry in Africa Lets Kids Explore An African Safari
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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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AI-Powered Toy Attachments
The App-Paired ToyPal One Brings Soft Toys to Life for Screen-Free Fun
Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces
The Retro Gaming Watch Brings Gameplay to the Wrist
Modernized 90s Gaming Consoles
The Analogue 3D Console Upscales N64 Games to 4K
Modular Next-Gen Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual Nintendo Switoo Imagines the Brand's Next Handheld
Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles
This Nintendo Game Boy Concept is 90s-Inspired
3D Display Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Uplight' Game Console Has Interchangeable Components
Customizable Mobile Gaming Consoles
The 'ORBIS' Handheld Gaming Console Concept is Multipurpose
Playful Cosmic Displays
The LEGO Group's Unidentified Playing Objects Speak to Curious Gen Alpha
Gaming-Inspired Haptic Response Sneakers
The Nike PG2 PlayStation Shoes are Paul George-Approved
Talkative AI Toys
Bubblepal is a World-First Interactive Talking Toy Based on AIGC Technology
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
Flipped Handheld Gaming Devices
AYANEO's Flip DS Gaming Device is Inspired by Nintendo
Educational Climate Change Toys
The 'Habitat' Educational Toy Brick Sets Come in Two Options
Emotionally Rewarding Multiplayer Games
Toca Boca Days Helps Tweens Find a Sense of Belonging
GenAI Brand Films
The Origin of Toys"R"Us Brand Film Was Made with OpenAI's Sora Tool
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Novel AI-Generated Product Designs
Arcade Introduced a Transformative AI Product Creation Platform
AI-Powered Choose-Your-Own Adventure Books
Playbrary GPT Merges Literature with Gaming
Youth Beauty Boutiques
Hamleys Boutique: Be You is an Inspiring Space for Kids Ages Four to 14
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
GenAI Storybook Illustrators
Storybooks Turns Kids' Beloved Toys into Main Characters
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
Creative Game-Themed Peripherals
The Higround x Minecraft Collection Has Several Styles
Next-Gen Hatching Toys
Spin Master is Reinventing Hatchimals with a Reimagined Egg
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Kids' Interactive Sensory Toys
Storypods Debuts Interactive and Multisensory Toys
Interactive Early Education Toys
Tokidos PlayCubes Have a Screen-Free Design
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Mobile-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The 'MOI3D' Concept Controller by Vadim Danilkov is Two-in-One
Child-Friendly Safety Smartwatches
The Verizon Gizmo Watch 3 - Adventure Connects Kids to Parents
Do-Good Metaverse Campaigns
Comic Relief US and Nickelodeon Empower Kids in Roblox and Beyond
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
Family-Friendly Interactive Museums
LEGO's Superpower Studios is Devoted to Hands-On Play
Gen Alpha Fitness Influencers
ASICS' Little Reminders Inspires Adults to Make Movement Joyful
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Wireless Controller Custom Kits
8BitDo Introduces the NGC Mod Kit for Custom Experiences
Child-Friendly Camera Concepts
The Camera for Kids Concept Reimagines the Digital Camera
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Interactive Video Game-Themed Tours
The Play Nintendo Tour Runs from June 13 to September 2, 2024
Gamified In-Airport Activations
Haribo's Mobile Games Gives People of All Ages the Chance to Win
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
Virtual Reality Education Products
Meta is Launching a New Quest Product to Enhance Classrooms
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Esports CSR Initiatives
The Global Esports Federation Launched a Global Social Impact Initiative
Playful AI Companions
Snorble Supports Social-Emotional Development & Educational Advancement
Foldable Gaming Consoles
This Game Boy Flip Concept Pushes the Boundaries of Handheld Gadgets
Phygital Fairy Toys
The HOLOBRITE Pixie Lantern Mixes Physical and Digital Play
Internet Safety Metaverses
Google & Roblox's Be Internet Awesome World Teaches Online Safety
AI Bedtime Stories
Storyville Helps Parents by Creating Magical Experiences for Their Children
Kid-Friendly Tech Frames
myFirst Recently Unveiled Two New Digital Frames
AI-Backed Digital Twins
Twin Health Has Created Digital Twins as an AI Experiment
Fuzzy Musical Collectibles
Furblets are Interactive Toys That Introduce Furby to a New Generation
Kid-Friendly Telescopes
The LeapFrog Magic Adventures Telescope Shares Images Taken by NASA
Brand-Led Global Studies
The LEGO Group Conducted a Study That May Inform Market Decisions
Game-Themed Retro Keyboards
Higround and Minecraft Launch a New Collaborative Keyboard Collection
Two-Way Kids Messaging Wearables
The BoT Talk Communicator Keeps Kids Connected to Parents
Kid-Inspired Learning Programs
Staples Has Announced the Expansion of Staples Kids Learn + Play
Brick Builder Community Apps
The LEGO Play App Provides a Kid-Safe Space for Builders of All Ages
Survival Crafting Metaverses
LEGO Fortnite Fosters Creativity and Collaborative Play
Dream-Centric Toy Guides
The LEGO Group Calls Attention to Its Dream Crafting Concept
Colorful Kid's Toy Lines
Battat and Walmart Introduce a Line of Preschool and Pretend Play Toys
Personalized AI Bedtime Stories
Good Night Bedtime Stories Includes Your Child's Name & Interests
Generative AI-Enhanced Education Tools
Pearson Doubles Down on Its Use of Generative AI
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
Personalized AI Stories
Magic Bookshelf Places Your Child at the Center of Personalized Adventures
Gamified Youth-Focused News Apps
RocaNews Uses Challenges and Quests to Encourage Staying Informed
Gamified Children's Care Products
DEEEZ Developed Interactive Games for the BabyFirst Brand
GenAI Bedtime Stories
SmartDreams Uses AI to Help Kids Craft Their Own Stories
Emotional Well-Being Dolls
Kid Kreations' Heartfuls Support Self-Belief and Resilience in Children
Branded Education Engagement Reports
The LEGO Education Report Offers a Look into the Classroom
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
Casual Mini Games
This Online Hub Allows for Players to Easily Learn Engaging Games
Comprehensive Math-Learning Experiences
Math Learner Uses Games to Make Math Fun for Young Kids
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Magical Game Collaborations
Disney is Investing in Epic Games and Launching Fortnite Content
Resilient Play Platforms
Hot Wheels' Challenge Accepted Fosters a Growth Mindset in Kids
Play-Inspiring Workshops
LEGO is Sharing a Free Workshop Series Featuring Renowned Creatives
Racing Video Game-Inspired Blocks
LEGO Introduces the Dynamic Super Mario Kart Set
Gamified Digital Learning Platforms
Khired Kids Teaches Children Robotics, Coding, and More
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
Gamified Nighttime Reading
StoryMate Let's Parents Set Reading Goals for Their Children
AI-Driven Financial Education Games
Money Smarts Unveils AI Financial Game on Indiegogo
Kid-Focused Educational Tablets
Smile Zemi Targets Elementary School Students
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
Simplistic Dynamic Game Experiences
Joelle Tindall Created the Unique Touch Egg Game
Video Game-Inspired Outdoor Play
ROXs is Getting Kids Outdoors
Interactive Character Smartwatches
NickWatch Helps Kids Learn and Play with Nickelodeon Favorites
Gesture-Controlled Apps
Spatial Touch Lets Users Navigate Tech With Their Fingers
Kid-Friendly Emotion Management Tools
Angry Kid Supports Children and Parents Navigating Feelings
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
AI-Powered Bedtime Stories
Sleepytales Creates Custom Bedtime Stories with Engaging Narrations
Family Game-Sharing Platforms
Valve is Introducing 'Steam Families' to Replace 'Family Sharing'
Kids Safety Gadgets
Pinwheel's Plus 3 and Slim 5 Keeps Parents and Kids Connected Through a Device
Kid-Friendly Portable Projectors
Little Tikes' Story Dream Machine Supports Early Literacy
Family-Friendly Survival Games
Lego Debuts a New Fortnite Survival Crafting Game
Gaming Experience-Enhancing Innovations
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. Debuts New Gaming Innovations
Personalized Child Education Apps
Sandbox Group Launches the PlayKids+ Application for Ages 2-12
Personalized Bedtime Stories
StoryGenius Let's Parents Insert Their Children Into Books
AI Kid's Coloring Tools
ColorCraft AI Offers Educational and Engaging Art for Kids
Functional Gaming Toys
Nintendo's Latest Gashapon Toys Can be Added as Controller Parts
Emotional Awareness Apps
Crown Institute Debuts an Emotional Learning App Inspired by Inside Out
Child-Friendly AI Doodles
Dodoboo Uses AI to Turn a Child's Doodles into Art
Kid-Friendly Headphones
Tronsmart's Headphones for Kids are Foldable, Durable and Comfortable
AI ABC Games
ABC Finder Uses AI to Teach Children Foundational Knowledge
Gamified Children's Productivity Apps
Kangaroutine Helps Kids Who Struggle with Routines
Child-Centric Online Safety Campaigns
Wondershare FamiSafe Engages Parents with a Contest
AI-Powered Drawing game
Doodle Play Tasks Players to Use Strategy and Imagination
Learning-Focused Robotics Toys
The Robots In Motion Building Set Ignites STEM Interest in Youth
Immersive Fighting Math Games
Karate Math Dojo Combines Fighting with Learning
Daily Brain Training Games
'10 Games: Daily Brain Training Offers a Suite of Cognitive Games
Digitized Board Game Consoles
This Smartphone-Controlled System Displays Board Games On Your TV
Child-Friendly AI Tutors
GPTKids is a Homework Helper That Supports Kids and Their Parents
Kid-Specific Headset Designs
AVID Products Has Introduced the WonderEars Headset
In-Car Gaming Systems
Volkswagen Will Feature AirConsole's Video Games in its Vehicles
Conceptual Gamified Sleep Apps
'Sleep Quest' is an Early-Stage Gamified Sleep App for iOS
Personalized AI Storytelling Apps
Story Creator AI Takes Aspects From a Child's Personality
Online Family Sharing Systems
Steam Introduces the Steam Families Feature for More Sharing Options
Kid-Friendly Financial Support Apps
Goaly Offers Financial Lessons for Kids and Their Parents
Stimulating Word Association Games
Worlds of Words Challenges Players to Think Outside the Box
Mobile Device Addiction Campaigns
The Women's Brain Health Initiative Highlights a Growing Concern
Play-Encouraging Intational Holidays
The UN Officially Marks the Inaugural Day of Play
Mentally Stimulating Game Collections
Fresh Words: Word Game Boasts Engaging and Challenging Games
Relaxed Interactive Mobile Games
Nintendo and Niantic Join Forces on the Pikmin Finder Game
Gaming-Inspired Headphone Campaigns
Nazarian Films Aims to Engage a Younger Generations
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
Pixel-Style Role-Play Games
Disney Adventures Into Pixel Gaming with its New Mobile Title
Esports Wellness Courses
Entain Foundation U.S. Introduces a New Esports Mental Wellness Campaign
Gamified Personal Goal Platforms
GoalQuest Transforms Goal-Setting into an Adventure