Common Sense Media Review
By Michelle Kitt
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Massive collection of fun, free, online games.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 10+?
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Parent and Kid Reviews
What's It About?
Kids can access all kinds of games on the site's homepage. The sheer amount of games may be overwhelming, but categories like \"Featured Games,\" \"Mazes,\" \"Arcade Games,\" and \"Word Games\" and a \"Top 10\" list help kids choose. Once they pick a game to play, kids will either use the mouse or keyboard to move characters or game pieces. Some games display high scores and allow players to enter their names if they beat them.
Is It Any Good?
BRAINBASHERSGAMES.COM site owner Kevin Stone's longtime love of gaming and puzzling is evident with this impressive collection of strategy, arcade, word, classic, and physics-based online games. Don't be fooled by the low price point (free), unsophisticated graphics, and simple rules of play; games have just the right mix of challenge, frustration, and success to pass an hour or three. All games have instructions, some have reviews, and there's no additional equipment required. BrainBashers Games are all single-player, which is perfectly fine in an environment of popular high-def and high-dollar massively multiplayer online games -- there's room for both at the gaming table.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the elements in game play: conflict, rules, and a measurable outcome. Look for these elements in games at BrainBashers Games. Talk about your family's favorite games and why you love them. Is it the object of the game? Great rewards? Pressure from the clock?
Brush up on current gaming trends for kids. Read Common Sense Media's Gaming Tips to learn about today's gaming culture and how to promote healthy gaming habits.
Website Details
- Subjects : Math : arithmetic , Language & Reading : spelling , vocabulary
- Skills : Self-Direction : work to achieve goals , Thinking & Reasoning : solving puzzles , strategy
- Genre : Gaming
- Topics : Numbers and Letters
- Pricing structure : Free
- Last updated : October 1, 2025
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