GameStop’s Guide for Gifters: 5 Tips for Picking the Best Video Games for Every Age
November 02 2017 - 2:06PM
Holiday shopping is now in full swing, and as parents can attest,
video games will be on most wish lists this year. With so many
options to choose from, deciding exactly which games are right for
kids can be intimidating. To help gifters feel confident about the
games they put under the tree this holiday, GameStop is offering a
few tips for selecting fun, age-appropriate titles, geared toward
learning and development.
1. Understand Ratings
The Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) ratings provide
guidance about video games and apps, so parents can make informed
choices about the best titles for their family. ESRB and GameStop
work together to make sure parents understand and check the ratings
when buying games for their children, and GameStop’s associates are
among the best in providing insight about what to expect in a
game.
The following ratings outline the basic qualifiers for each
category, but parents can learn more about games and their content
using ESRB’s game rating summaries.
- E (Everyone): Content is generally suitable
for all ages. May contain minimal cartoon, fantasy or mild violence
and/or infrequent use of mild language.
- E 10+: Appropriate for gamers, ages 10 and up.
May contain more cartoon, fantasy or mild violence, mild language
and/or minimal suggestive themes.
- T (Teen): Suitable for ages 13 and up. May
contain violence, suggestive themes, crude humor, minimal blood,
simulated gambling and/or infrequent use of strong language.
- M (Mature): Generally appropriate for 17 and
up and may contain intense violence, blood and gore, sexual content
and/or strong language.
2. Ask the Experts
Most GameStop associates eat, sleep and breathe video games, so
they can serve as an extremely knowledgeable resource for gifters.
From the best titles for a specific age to which games are great
for learning, parents can get all the information they need to make
the best game selections at their local GameStop.
3. Find Brain Games
Kids love video games because they’re fun, but the benefits of
video gameplay go far beyond entertainment. A recent GameStop
survey found that 71 percent of parents believe that playing video
games can help kids develop strategic thinking skills. With the
right, age-appropriate games, children can hone a variety of
skills, including problem solving, creativity and team work. Gaming
can also boost confidence and motivate kids to set and achieve new
goals. Titles that require active play can even improve hand-eye
coordination and gross motor skills.
4. Save Time with Proven Picks
With hundreds of games to choose from, GameStop associates
strive to make life a little easier for time-strapped gifters with
age-appropriate recommendations. This list includes many of the
hottest, kid-tested games of the year—alongside their
parent-approved benefits.
Tiny Gamers (ages 3-7)
- Minecraft Story Mode The Complete Adventure: Creativity,
problem solving
- Lego Ninjago: Team work, problem solving
- Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle: Problem solving, strategic
thinking
School-Age (ages 8-12)
- Snipperclips Plus: Cut It Out, Together!: Problem solving,
strategic thinking
- Super Mario Odyssey: Team work, problem solving
- Splatoon 2: Team work, strategic thinking
Teens (13+)
- Zelda Breath of the Wild: Problem solving, strategic
thinking
- Just Dance 2018: Active play, fun for the whole family
- Star Wars Battlefront II: Problem solving, strategic
thinking
5. Make it a Family Affair
Families that play together, stay together! Playing video games
as a family can be a great way for parents to show interest in
their kids’ favorite activities, which in turn, can improve and
increase frequency of parent-child communication. Family gaming
also fosters healthy competition and a “team mentality” at
home.
“At GameStop, our associates are experts in all things gaming,”
said Eric Bright, GameStop’s senior director of merchandising.
“Armed with that level of expertise, we work hard to ensure that
every guest leaves our stores with the best game for themselves,
their friends, their children or the whole family.”
About GameStopGameStop, the world’s largest
video game retailer, offers the best selection of new and pre-owned
video gaming consoles, accessories and video game titles, in both
physical and digital formats. GameStop also offers fans a wide
variety of pop vinyl toys, collectibles, board games and more.
Through GameStop’s unique buy-sell-trade program, gamers can trade
in video game consoles, games, and accessories, as well as consumer
electronics for cash or in-store credit. The company operates
thousands of locations nationwide, and fans can find their local
GameStop using the store locator tool.
To get the latest news on video gaming and gear, follow GameStop
on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. GameStop,
EB Games, and Micromania is part of GameStop Corp. (NYSE:GME), a
global specialty retailer that makes the most popular technologies
affordable and simple.
Contact:Alexis BarsalouGameStop Corp.(817) 424-2117 or
AlexisBarsalou@GameStop.com
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