FunNugget (http://www.funnugget.com/)
common sense media says
Mostly OK games with a few off-site links and iffy videos.
parents & educators say
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this colorful gaming portal offers a window into a world of many online games, some created by Animax, the site’s creator, and others that are linkable outside of the site. By aggregating many games and allowing users to rank them in popularity, the site lets visitors see an array of options all in one place. This self-proclaimed family-friendly site does have a wide array of colorful, adorably animated games that showcase some creative animation and amusing game concepts that school-aged children will enjoy. There are, however, a significant number of games that can be accessed outside of the site and that feature less family-friendly fare -- in their games and their ads -- and parents should use caution when letting younger children explore the site.
Educational value:
This site provides access to a wide variety of games that appeal to varying ages and interests, but overall, the options here tend to be more entertaining than educational.
Violence:
There are a number of violent action games that are accessible through the site, some are animated and tend toward the silly while others are more realistic, graphic and bloody. The particularly violent ones are flagged with warnings and indicate that they are rated over 13. Still, there are no controls available to keep users from playing these games.
Sex:
As users make their way through the games, there are some website links parents may find questionable. Games played on outside links also may have ad images that pop up periodically, including those that use scantily clad women to attract attention.
Language:
Not applicable.
Consumerism:
Each game is sponsored, and when users click on the game, a sponsor pop-up appears. The brief ad runs automatically, and occasionally (but not often) there is a “skip ad” button that can be clicked. Sponsors range from online game creators and gaming manufacturers (XBOX) to cell phones (Nexus One) to cable stations (Disney XD) and food products (Pillsbury, Reese’s). Many games link to outside sites where not-so-kid-friendly advertising is prevalent and more adult-oriented gaming fare is linkable. Banner ads and Google-sponsored ads are on every page of the site and are visible even when users are playing their selected game.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
Not applicable.
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Jess277
parent of 8 year old
parent of 8 year old
No young kids please
Common games on this platform. Some violent games as well. Would not recommend for young kids!
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