‘Animal Crossing’ is a game that can reduce stress in clearly definable ways, making it the game we all need in these “unprecedented times.” Read More
Why ‘Animal Crossing’ Is the Game We Needed Right Now
Category Archives: Video Games
Video Game Review: “Baron: Fur is Gonna Fly”
From our ‘5 Best Computer Games to Play During a Pandemic’, most families want to know more about “Baron: Fur is Gonna Fly”. Read More
Life Is Like a Video Game… Well, Mostly.
Oliver Emberton explained life is like a video game in which the ultimate goal is balancing resources while dealing with life’s detriments or perks and using your time and energy toward skill building to create a resource called money. Read More
‘The Longing’: The Game You’ve Been Waiting… And Waiting… And Waiting For
In ‘The Longing,’ you play as A Shade, created by The King with one task: to awaken him in 400 days that you must wait out in real-time. Read More
‘LUNA The Shadow Dust’: A Visually Striking, Hand-Animated Puzzle Game
‘LUNA The Shadow Dust’ is a point-and-click puzzle adventure game in which you will solve puzzles to work your way through a Dark Tower. Read More
Run a Chilled Out Coffee Shop for Elves, Orcs, and More in ‘Coffee Talk’
‘Coffee Talk’ is a new indie video game in which you will brew drinks for a range of customers including elves, vampires, werewolves, and more. Read More
Spread Fake News or Embrace Integrity in ‘Headliner: NoviNews’
In ‘Headliner: NoviNews’ you play as the editor of a news publication, and the stories you choose to publish will have profound consequences. Read More
On Video Game Earworms and the Compulsive Singer
Amy has an annoying (to her kids) habit of bursting into song at the slightest provocation, and video games provide so much repetitive provocation! Read More
Fandom Stories: Metal Gear Solid
A fandom created by a deep emotional bridge connecting to a former version of yourself. You know there are others out there, but who are they; where do you find them? Do you want to find them, given the deeply personal connection you have with the material? Read More
Video Game Review: ‘Some Distant Memory’
‘Some Distant Memory’ tops EG Mum’s computer games for 2019: A beautiful story-telling game that puts the A in STEAM. Read More
‘Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order’: The Force Is Strong With This One
‘Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order’ tells the story of Cal Kestis, a former Jedi Padawan who finds himself on the radar of the Empire. Read More
The Nominees Announced for The Game Awards 2019
The Game Awards 2019: ot’s time to cast your votes and show your love for the video games that made an impact in your life this year. Read More
Sugarfina: Tasty Treats In Nintendo Style
Looking for a unique gift for Nintendo lovers with a sweet tooth? You need Sugarfina’s Nintendo gift boxes. Read More
8 Ways Adventuring in ‘Final Fantasy XIV’ Is Better Than Your Date Nights
Date nights cause me more stress than they are worth. Read More
‘Spawnpoint’: A Podcast by Gamer Parents For Gamer Parents
Have you heard of SPAWNPOINT yet? If your a gamer parent who likes podcasts made by gamer parents, then you need to listen to Spawnpoint! Read More
Sandbox-Style ‘Mythbusters’ Video Game to Release in 2020
We’re big fans of ‘Mythbusters’ here at GeekMom, which is why I was so excited to hear about the forthcoming ‘Mythbusters’ video game. Read More
Prepare for the Endgame with the ‘LEGO Marvel Collection’
The LEGO Marvel Collection is a compilation pack of LEGO Marvel Super Heroes, LEGO Marvel’s Avengers, & LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2, plus DLC. Read More
Nintendo Labo VR Kit: VR For Everyone
The Labo VR Kit from Nintendo offers an immersive, portable, and inclusive type of gaming. Read More
‘She Remembered Caterpillars’ Comes to Nintendo Switch
‘She Remembered Caterpillars’ is a puzzle game in which you lead cute, spore-like creatures called Gammies around a dreamscape while haunting music plays. There’s also a larger story: a scientist’s desperate experiment to save her father, with whom she has a complicated relationship. Read More
Step Into the Virtual World of Nintendo Labo
The educational aspect of the Nintendo Labo kits for the Switch has always been foremost in my mind. The entire experience is designed to teach maker skills such as patience, persistence, and the reward of having built something cool. Nintendo realizes this as well, with their Labo educational program. The cherry-on-top of the Labo… Read More