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.
Tentacles: Enter the Dolphin (iPad)
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Posted on October 10th, 2012 by
Dr. Phluff, a mad scientist with a human body and a dolphin head, set out to make a cute pink little microscopic tentacled critter. But his experiment went awry, and he created a black, one-eyed tentacled microscopic creature with a mean disposition. In a fit of rage, the scientist accidentally swallows his little creation from the Petri dish. Now, you play as the tiny one-eyed tentacled monster as you navigate internal organ mazes and dangerous obstacles inside the doctor. Tentacles: Enter the Dolphin is a mobile game available on Windows Phone, and now iPhone and iPad (iPad version reviewed here).
Wipeout 3 (Xbox 360 Kinect, Wii, 3DS)
Posted on October 9th, 2012 by
The ABC Channel’s obstacle course game show Wipeout is still going strong, so here’s another video game based on the hit TV program. With the Xbox Kinect and a new way to view the action, you’ll feel like you’re part of the show more than ever before. Or will you? You’ll just have to read on to find out. Wipeout 3 is available for Xbox 360 Kinect, Nintendo Wii, and Nintendo 3DS (Kinect version reviewed here).
Marvel vs. Capcom Origins (PS3, 360)
Posted on October 8th, 2012 by
One of Capcom’s most popular fighting game franchises is the Marvel vs. Capcom series. Featuring popular characters from Marvel’s comic books and Capcom’s video games, not to mention flashy yet inviting gameplay that both novices and pros could get into, the Marvel vs. Capcom games are still going strong today. Now you can experience the arcade games that started it all with Marvel vs. Capcom Origins, available to download on PS3 and Xbox 360 (PS3 version reviewed here).
Angry Birds Trilogy (360, PS3, 3DS)
Posted on October 7th, 2012 by
Angry Birds has become a recent gaming phenomenon in the mobile department. It’s available on nearly every smartphone, tablet, and other hi-tech portable touch screen devices. The Birds’ popularity has seeped into other products as well, as you can find Angry Birds plushes, fruit snacks, bandages, coloring books, balloons, clothing and apparel, and even dog toys! The simplicity and accessibility of the game is the secret to Angry Birds’ success. And now you can enjoy three of the games in the series with Angry Birds Trilogy on 360, PS3, and 3DS (360 version reviewed here).
Doritos and Mountain Dew Team Up With Halo 4
Posted on October 6th, 2012 by
One of the big games Xbox 360 owners are looking forward to this year is Halo 4. And now, snack food staples Doritos and Mountain Dew are teaming up to help promote Halo 4 with unlockable goodies when you buy those products. Click to read more of the full press release.
Samurai G (3DS)
Posted on October 5th, 2012 by
Gold fever is hitting the 3DS in a big way. First with New Super Mario Bros. 2, and now Samurai G. As the lone samurai Tetsuo, it’s up to you to protect Tengu’s gold from Warlord Fuma and his army of evil warriors and ninjas. A Tengu is a crow monster from Japanese myths and legends, and if his magical gold falls into the wrong hands, Feudal Japan could be done for. Help Tetsuo collect the gold and defeat enemies in this simplistic arcade style hack and slash running game downloadable on the 3DS eShop.
The Testament of Sherlock Holmes (360, PS3, PC)
Posted on October 3rd, 2012 by
The famous fictional 19th century detective, Sherlock Holmes, has been framed for a heinous crime that he didn’t commit! Now he’s being hunted by Scotland Yard, and even Dr. Watson’s trust in his companion is wavering. As Sherlock Holmes, it’s up to you to solve the case and catch the real criminals and clear your own name in this point and click mystery game for Xbox 360, PS3, and PC (360 version reviewed here).
Wii Love the Wii, Final Part: 2-D Adventures
Posted on September 30th, 2012 by
Well we’ve made it through all the parts of my blog series honoring the best games of the Wii before the launch of the Wii U. So for the final part, we’ll look at my favorite 2-D adventures on the Wii. You know, some of my most favorite Wii games are in 2-D. Including SSB: Brawl (which I put in the fighter category). So turn your Wii remote sideways, and let’s get started!
We Love the Wii, Part 6: 3-D Adventures
Posted on September 28th, 2012 by
We’re winding down on my coverage of my favorite Wii games, in honor of the upcoming release of the Wii U! Only two articles left! In this one we’ll look at my favorite Wii 3-D adventures. Some are platformers, some are action-adventure games. All are good.
We Love the Wii, Part 5: Weird and Wacky
Posted on September 27th, 2012 by
I love quirky and unusual games, and the Wii had plenty of them! So for this part of the blog series, we’ll take a look at some of my favorite kooky games. And any other Wii games I couldn’t fit into any of the other categories!
