Gamespot
By Jean Armour Polly,
Common Sense Media Reviewer
Common Sense Media Reviewers
Game on -- for parents. Not for young kids.
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A great gaming site, intended for teens that are mature enough and act responsibly.
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What’s It About?
This is a popular site to trade game cheat codes and modifications and to view demos of new and upcoming computer and video games. There are downloads, reviews, discussion forums, and lots of information about each game. Besides computer and video console games, you'll find information on mobile phone games here, too. If you say you're at least 13 years old, you can become a basic member of the site. This allows you to post in the forums and gain access to special features. Premium membership is available for $30 a year and includes ad-free browsing, faster downloads, and access to live events on the site. There is a seven-day free trial.
Is It Any Good?
Kids can watch video "movie trailers" featuring scenes from the games. For instance, you can see a promotional video and hear a voiceover track for the James Bond game, "Goldeneye." It coaches kids to "think like a villain," explaining that, in the game, they will be able to wield two different weapons at once, "with separate triggers!" including sniper rifles, venom injectors, and even rocket launchers "to take out large groups." Kids are also exhorted to "develop your villain tactics ... learn to take hostages and use them as extra armor." You get the idea. The point is, your kids don't need ideas like this.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the importance of positive games in which the goal is learning, not violence. Families can also watch our video about online gaming and can talk about what a good amount of time is for playing online games.
Website Details
- Genre: Fan Sites
- Pricing structure: Free
- Last updated: November 4, 2015
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