Welcome to GamerDad: Gaming with Children. My name is Andrew S. Bub - the GamerDad - and I've been writing about videogames, movies, and children for over 15 years now. After working as a magazine journalist, I switched gears to write about how media violence affects children, educating parents about them, and working closely with magazines, newspapers, major retailers and even politicians. GamerDad is an internationally recognized expert in this field. Games, movies and media are fun, kids and families love them, they aren't going away. So join me in cutting through the hype and lets have a real conversation about the things that matter: Video Games, Violent Media, and their supposed effect on children and families.
Welcome to GamerDad: Gaming with Children. My name is Andrew S. Bub - the GamerDad - and I've been writing about videogames, movies, and children for over 15 years now. After working as a magazine journalist, I switched gears to write about how media violence affects children, educating parents about them, and working closely with magazines, newspapers, major retailers and even politicians. GamerDad is an internationally recognized expert in this field. Games, movies and media are fun, kids and families love them, they aren't going away. So join me in cutting through the hype and lets have a real conversation about the things that matter: Video Games, Violent Media, and their supposed effect on children and families.
Super Engine GT Turbo SPEC (PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, X/S, PC)
Sunseed Island (Switch, PS4, PS5)
On a small island grows a tree of life. Animals sprout from this tree with little symbols dangling from their heads that gives them their job. Everyone is happy with this until one day the tree starts wilting. The last animal to come from that tree is a little cat with a sun symbol on top of its head. You play as that cat as you farm, fish, forage, and help out your neighbors as you try and restore the tree to its former glory in this simple farming sim. Sunseed Island is available on Switch and PlayStation consoles, but reviewed on Switch here.
Pac-Man Donuts at Krispy Kreme
Moe Waifu H: Push-Box (PS4, PS5, Switch, PC)
I don’t know what “Moe” means, but isn’t “Waifu” what you hook your internet up to? Just joking! I know it means like a pretend girlfriend or something. Anyway, in this game you solve block pushing puzzles while unlocking outfits for anime ladies. Moe Waifu H: Push-Box is available on current PlayStation consoles, Switch, and PC, but reviewed on PS4 here.
Submarine Survivor (PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, X/S, PC)
For someone who has never played Vampire Survivor, I sure have reviewed lots of clones of it! I’ve reviewed ones with cats, frogs, and even wizards. And now here’s one with submarines! The creatures of the ocean have become monstrous and violent due to toxic waste, and it’s up to you to pilot your cute little submarine to shoot them and save the day. Submarine Survivor is available on all current consoles and PC, but reviewed on PS4 here.
Animal Crossing PEZ Dispensers
I discovered recently that Animal Crossing PEZ dispensers actually exist, so I had to get them since Animal Crossing is my 2nd favorite game of all time. My first favorite game is Pac-Man, and I’m surprised they don’t have PEZ dispensers of those (yet). Anyway, here are pictures of the ones I got, plus a bonus.
Cat&Rabbit Pizza Farming (Switch)
Polterguys: Possession Party (PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox X/S, PC)
One of my guilty pleasures is watching ghost investigator shows and silly paranormal stuff like that. So I’m always up for playing a game about ghosts, too. In Polterguys, you play as a cute little spirit who can possess different objects. In the game you must possess items and gather ecto energy and other power-ups to keep away from a bigger, meaner, shadowy ghost and be the last one standing in this multiplayer focused title. Polterguys: Possession Party is available on all current consoles and PC, but reviewed on PS4 here.
Unplugged: Bluey Scavenger Hunt Game
I freaking love the Bluey TV show! It’s a kids show but has so much to offer for adults, too. And I even reviewed a Bluey video game last year. The show is set (and animated) in Australia, and stars a family of four cartoon Australian Cattle Dogs, or Blue Heelers for short. The family consists of Bluey, the titular playful and curious six year old, her younger sister Bingo, and their parents: Bandit and Chilli. They all learn lessons through play and imagination, and some of the topics are more serious things that only adults would truly understand. These can range from moving away, infertility, dealing with ADHD, and even death. The show strikes a balance between making things easy for kids to understand, but deep enough to keep adults interested. So when I got the opportunity to play a Bluey board game with my 5 year old nephew and 3 year old twin nieces, I was thrilled and decided I would review it. In the game, up to four takes turns moving around the board, and everyone works together to try and find and pick up all the toys before bedtime. If you do, everyone wins!
Blazing Trail (PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, X/S, PC)
When I was a kid back in the NES days, one of the big game makers was Konami. They brought us such classics like Castlevania, Contra, and Life Force. But one of their NES games that didn’t get as much attention was Jackal. This was an army themed game where you drove around a Jeep in an overhead perspective and shot at bad guys. I don’t remember playing it much myself, but in recent years I’ve read articles and watched videos of people having fond memories of Jackal. So I’m glad I got the opportunity to review Blazing Trail, as it reminded me a lot of Jackal. Drive around an armored vehicle and shoot at bad guys and rescue hostages in this 2D action game. It’s available for all current consoles and PC, but reviewed on PS4 here.




