New Kids' Video Games 2021

Last updated: December 17, 2021

It's a new year, and with it comes a large number of new games. Here, you'll be able to stay on top of the latest and greatest new releases with our list of the top kid-friendly video games of 2021. These new games for the PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC are fun, exciting, and appropriate for kids and tweens. Check back often, because we'll be updating this list every week with the newest and upcoming games at the top. And for more great new games for older kids, try our list of New Teen Video Games 2021.

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Alba: A Wildlife Adventure Poster Image

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Alba: A Wildlife Adventure

age 5+

Charming, relaxing adventure game with positive message.

Apple Arcade , Nintendo Switch , Xbox Series X/S (2020)

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JARS

age 5+

Spooky, kid-friendly tower defense with clunky controls.

Mac , Nintendo Switch , Windows (2021)

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TOEM

age 5+

Short and sweet adventure about the value of helping out.

Mac , Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 5 , Windows (2021)

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Disney Magical World 2: Enchanted Edition

age 6+

Simple life sim offers great set of kid-friendly activities.

Nintendo Switch (2021)

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Aeon Drive

age 8+

Speed, fast reflexes are key for retro action platformer.

Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4 , PlayStation 5 , Xbox One , Xbox Series X/S (2021)

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Aluna: Sentinel of the Shards

age 8+

Repetitive play, tech issues ruin myth-based action tale.

Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4 , Windows , Xbox One (2021)

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Asteroids: Recharged

age 8+

Nostalgic remake is fun but still shows its age.

Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4 , PlayStation 5 , Windows , Xbox One , Xbox Series X/S (2021)

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Balan Wonderworld

age 8+

Muddled platformer has a bit of bloodless fantasy violence.

Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4 , PlayStation 5 , Windows , Xbox One , Xbox Series X/S (2021)

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Big Brain Academy: Brain vs. Brain

age 8+

Fun brain teasers best in short bursts only.

Nintendo Switch (2021)

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Castlevania: Grimoire of Souls

age 8+

Average gothic adventure for series fans only.

Apple Arcade (2021)

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Circuit Superstars

age 8+

Simply presented but deep arcade all-ages racing game.

Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4 , PlayStation 5 , Windows , Xbox One , Xbox Series X/S (2021)

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Clap Hanz Golf

age 8+

Family-friendly golf game is nearly a hole in one.

Apple Arcade (2021)

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DC Super Hero Girls: Teen Power

age 8+

Superhero game has teen girl cast and positive role models.

Nintendo Switch (2021)

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Detonation Racing

age 8+

Visually plain fast-paced racer packed with explosions.

Apple Arcade (2021)

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Doomsday Vault

age 8+

Game about climate change has fun, simple puzzles.

Mac , Nintendo Switch , Windows (2021)

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Dragon Quest Builders 2

age 8+

Terrific building game with positive messages and teamwork.

Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4 , Windows , Xbox One , Xbox Series X/S (2021)

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Galaga Wars+

age 8+

Average yet challenging take on an '80s classic.

Apple Arcade (2021)

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Game & Watch: The Legend of Zelda

age 8+

Portable device brings set of adventures to new audiences.

Nintendo Switch (2021)

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Game Dev Story+

age 8+

Fun business simulation tied to video game development.

Apple Arcade (2021)

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Harvest Moon: One World

age 8+

Farming sim tale grows fun crops and some frustrating play.

Nintendo Switch , PlayStation 4 , Xbox One (2021)

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