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.
Cary’s Best Games of 2026 SO FAR Awards Show!
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Posted on July 17th, 2026 by
Around this time of year, I like to make a list of my best games SO FAR, because usually the AAA titles are released later in the year during the holiday season, and the titles that came out earlier tend to be forgotten. So here’s when those games get their due. Keep in mind that this is my list only and no other outside opinions contributed. And if a game isn’t on this list, it either just didn’t appeal to me as much or I haven’t had a chance to play it yet. Ok with that out of the way, let’s begin!
Quack Quack Attack (Mobile)
Posted on July 15th, 2026 by
Aliens are invading and it’s up to a group of ducks to lay explosive eggs on them! Quack Quack Attack is a free-to-play game that’s like a cross between Peggle and Puzzle Bobble. It’s available on mobile devices but reviewed on iPad here.
Parking Garage Rally Circuit (Switch, PC)
Posted on July 13th, 2026 by
If you’ve ever wanted to race around parking garages all over the US (and Europe if you get the DLC), then Parking Garage Rally Circuit is for you. Race around parking garages in all sorts of locations in this silly throwback racer that feels like a PSOne game! It’s available on Switch and PC, but reviewed on Switch here.
The Pizza Pixel Podcast Episode 28: 30 Year Game Reviewing Anniversary
Posted on July 10th, 2026 by
Hey folks! Got a very special podcast for you today! 30 years ago this summer, I started writing game reviews for a major newspaper, and I’ve written game reviews for other newspapers and websites ever since! When I did this for my 20 year anniversary, I just wrote a blog, so I figured I’d be different this time and do a podcast. So come join me as I share my favorite memories and experiences writing game reviews for 30 years!
Rat Protocol (PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, X/S, PC)
Posted on July 8th, 2026 by
A lab rat undergoes experimentations and becomes super smart. Now you must help the rat navigate through maze puzzles in a science laboratory in Rat Protocol. It’s a Sokoban style block pushing puzzle game, and it’s available on all current consoles and PC, but reviewed on PS4 here.
Grand Vegas Casino (PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, X/S, PC)
Posted on July 6th, 2026 by
Enjoy a collection of casino classics with Grand Vegas Casino. This lets you play Roulette, Blackjack, Poker, and three kinds of Slots. It’s available on all current consoles and PC, but reviewed on PS4 here.
Donkey Kong Bananza Alarmo
Posted on July 3rd, 2026 by
Nintendo’s very expensive alarm clock just got a new skin, and this time it’s of the Switch 2 near launch title Donkey Kong Bananza. So let’s check it out!
Love Chemistry – Sibella’s Formula (PS4, PS5, Switch)
Posted on July 1st, 2026 by
Sibella is a mad scientist chemistry professor at a university. She’s just created a love potion and wants to try it out on everyone she comes across. Naturally the students, faculty, and even law enforcement will try to stop her. Guide Sibella as she tosses syringes at people and robots in her crazy quest for love in this Mega Man inspired 2D platformer. It’s available on PlayStation consoles and Switch, but reviewed on PS4 here.
Springbot: The Last Spark (PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, X/S, PC)
Posted on June 29th, 2026 by
Once there was a land filled with happy, peaceful robots. But one day they started acting strangely, except for one springy legged robot. Now it’s up to Springbot to save the day in this simple 2D platformer. It’s available on all current consoles and PC, but reviewed on PS4 here.
We Adore the PS4 Part 2: Biggies and Indies
Posted on June 26th, 2026 by
In the last part of my PS4 tribute blog, we looked at the games I enjoyed on the PS4 that were classic collections or remakes. And on this one, we’ll look at the more AAA titles (well as AAA as I get anyway), as well as the indie titles on the opposite end of the spectrum. Like I said before, most of these games you can enjoy on other platforms, I just played them on PS4.
