Turkey Day Gaming
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Posted on December 7th, 2008 by
It’s only been a week (or so) since Thanksgiving? How is it that the holiday seems like a really long time ago AND like it arrived in a blip. Hmmm. We did a lot of gaming over the past 10 days or so and I’m glad to say the kids are progressing nicely. I’ll post an artice soon about their “video game training” later, but for now lets say that Maggie (8) has shown a vague interest in games since she was five, and is only getting into it now. Henry latched on at 4.5 and he’s been playing Leapster, DS, and some Wii, for weeks now. Here’s what the GamerDad Family played last week.
2008 GamerDad Holiday Game Guide
Posted on December 5th, 2008 by
Life during the Holiday shopping season is just too busy without having to wade through game review after game review – especially when they aren’t written by actual GamerParents who understand kids gaming habits. Here at GamerDad we believe that there are great games available for kids of all ages – and some games that are more appropriate for one age group than another. Check out each of our Holiday Shopping Guides to see some of the best games we’ve played for each age group.
Unplugged: 2008 Holiday Game Guide
Posted on December 4th, 2008 by
My favorite gaming experiences are almost exclusively multiplayer games. Multiplayer boardgames have an advantage over their electronic cousins as players can face one another as they gather around the game board. In addition to increasing social interaction, boardgames have the advantage of far better longevity. A $50 video game may be in the $10 bargain bin in a few years while a boardgame will retain its value for years to come. Here are some of my favorites I’ve come across in the past year.
Ask GamerDad 11/28/08
Posted on December 1st, 2008 by
The GamerDad went to the Mississippi, European and Japanese fronts, and lets slip the Gears of War!
Cary’s Video Game Shopping Picks
Posted on November 29th, 2008 by
With Christmas around the corner and the shopping season in full swing, I thought I’d list a few of my top video game gift picks. Follow the links to full reviews if you want to read more. Happy shopping!
Welcome to PacTown3!
Posted on November 29th, 2008 by
Never really thought of myself as a roamer or a drifter, but when I think about it, I’ve moved to three different towns since 2002, so maybe I am. I wanted to give you all a virtual tour of the new town I just moved in to, but I’d better explain how I got there, and where I’ve been before.
GamerParenting: Gifts for Every GamerKid
Posted on November 28th, 2008 by
In my CrispyGamer.com column, GamerParenting, I give gamerparents a hand for Black Friday. What are the holiday picks for each ESRB rating? GamerDad’s got a pretty good list for you. This column also kicks off our holiday coverage! That means you’ll be seeing game recommendation guides from most of our contributors. Feel free to post your own in the comments section. For now, go read GamerParenting and come back to comment on my picks.
txa1265 Interviewed on Goozcast #19
Posted on November 27th, 2008 by
I have been known to trumpet the game trading site Goozex as a wonderful way to save money and get some value for games that have been kicking around in your closet for years. GamerDad has supported them from the very start, and they in turn have returned the favor. About a year and a half ago they started producing a podcast called the ‘Goozcast’. I was originally supposed to be featured on Goozcast #1, but things and life happen, so it never happened … until now. We talk about PC gaming, gaming as a parent with kids, great games for gifts, and a whole bunch more. Check out the Goozcast Page for numerous ways to listen to Goozcast #19, including iTunes.
Thanksgiving 08, My Week in Games
Posted on November 26th, 2008 by
Thanksgiving has always been my favorite holiday and I’m not sure why. It doesn’t come from my childhood, I mean then Christmas was pretty hard to beat. I think it probably comes from the time I shared a Thanksgiving with about 25 weirdos at a pot luck in the Haight back in College and from my kids. Now it’s deepened in meaning because of the Heart Attack. I love my family and my life, Happy Thanksgiving to my volunteers and readers. Ok, now lets talk about some games.
The Birds and the Bears: A Brief History of Banjo-Kazooie
Posted on November 24th, 2008 by
