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.
Jane Wilde (iPad)
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Posted on June 24th, 2013 by
It’s Free Game Week here at GamerDad! For the next four days, we’ll be looking at games you can download and play for free! First up is Jane Wilde for iOS devices (iPad version reviewed here). Zombies are running rampant in a Wild West town, and it’s up to sexy sheriff Jane Wilde to blast them to smithereens in this 2-D side-scrolling action game.
A Bravoman…Cartoon?!?
Posted on June 23rd, 2013 by
Hey, have you ever heard of Bravoman? It’s OK if you haven’t. He’s a really obscure Namco video game character. But I found out he recently got his own totally legit cartoon show. Huh? How did this happen? Usually only the most popular of popular game characters get their own show. So what’s the deal? Read on to find out.
3DS StreetPass Meetup in the North Dallas/Plano, TX Area!
Posted on June 22nd, 2013 by
There’s another 3DS StreetPass Meetup coming up for folks in the North Dallas/Plano, TX Area this next Saturday, June 29. It’ll be at the Main Event in Grapevine. You can read more info about it here. I’m hoping to be there to get some major Animal Crossing: New Leaf multiplayer going on! See you there!
Scurvy Scallywags (iPad)
Posted on June 21st, 2013 by
Yarr, me hearties, and all that other pirate-y talk! Get ready to set sail with Scurvy Scallywags, a match three puzzle game for iOS devices (iPad version reviewed here). Gameplay is similar to Bejeweled, but with role-playing elements a la Puzzle Quest. And it’s all tied together with a heavy dose of humorous pirate themes! So why should you care about yet another match three puzzle clone? Read on to find out!
Toy Review: Perplexus
Posted on June 20th, 2013 by
I recently had the chance to sample a somewhat new puzzle toy. I had such a good time I thought I’d chime in here at GamerDad because it’s exactly the sort of thing a parent might want to foist off on their children (if they can convince themselves to put it down.) Patch Products recently shipped me two of their Perplexus line of puzzle games. They are all a 3D rolling marble puzzle contained in a clear plastic ball. Tilt the ball around to get the marble through the maze without it falling off. It makes for a nice little pastime that takes both some dexterity and a bit of thought.
Remember Me Strategy Guide (Book)
Posted on June 19th, 2013 by
Remember Me is a new 3-D third person action game from Capcom. In the future, everyone’s memories can be bought, sold, and manipulated. Play as a female memory hunter who can go into people’s minds and steal or alter their memories. Solve the mystery of why she was arrested and had her memories swiped clean. BradyGames just published an official strategy guide that may help in case your memories need refreshing, too!
Cary’s Favorite E3 News Stories (And a Rant)
Posted on June 17th, 2013 by
Well E3 has come and gone, and even though I didn’t get to go this year, I thought I’d still write a blog about the E3 news stories that interested me most. But first, you’ll have to put up with a little rant from me on WHY I didn’t get to go to E3 this year. Sorry.
Last Minute Father’s Day Gamer Gift Idea: Super Mario Duct Tape!
Posted on June 15th, 2013 by
I saw this at the store and it was so crazy I had to write about it. Super Mario Duct Tape! Click to read more!
Reader Review: Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon (360, PS3, PC)
Posted on June 14th, 2013 by
Get ready for a totally tubular, radical blast from the past with Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon. It’s an expansion for Far Cry 3, but you don’t need the original game to play it. Just take every staple from any cheesy 80’s action movie, mix in a large dose of humor, and you get Blood Dragon. Since it seemed like something more up my brother Jeff’s alley, I had him guest review it (360 version reviewed here).
Quell: Memento (iPad)
Posted on June 12th, 2013 by
Quell: Memento is a puzzle game for iOS devices (iPad version reviewed here). Have you ever played a Zelda game where one of the dungeon puzzles had you push ice blocks around, except they were slippery so the only way to stop them was to make sure something was in their path? That’s what this one reminds me of. But Quell: Memento is a very well-crafted puzzler with more than a hundred levels of clever game design. Read on to find out why:
