5 Great Christmas Video Game Gift Suggestions
One of the hottest items this year for kids will be video games. With new, more interactive consoles and a generation of more computer-literate children, the video game genre has expanded beyond older children to include both boys and girls of all ages. Video game companies have done this by providing games to appeal to the interests of different people. As you search for games for your younger children, here are some tips to help you choose for your younger children as well.
One important thing to consider is the game rating. Just like you make sure you control what your kids watch on TV or in the movies, you should look for games that are age-appropriate and not extreme or violent. A great system to look at that has games like this is the Nintendo Wii. It has many games for children, such as Wii Sports or the iconic Mario brothers games, which are fun, challenging and not too violent or graphic. The other systems like PS3 and XBOX 360 also have a good offer. Just be sure to research what age-appropriate games they offer.
Another big video game favorite is portable. These are games that can be played on portable systems. Handheld video game technology has advanced to the point of becoming smaller versions of full consoles. If your child already has a PSP or Game Boy DS, it’s a good idea to keep an eye out for new game releases or ask what games their friends are playing. This will be a great indicator of what your children want.
Another thing to keep in mind is the wide range of games available for both boys and girls. For boys there are the traditional fighting and adventure games. However, a growing genre of video games for girls has begun to emerge. They are based on popular toy franchises like Barbie and popular girls’ TV shows like Hannah Montana and Sunny with a Chance. So if you are looking for something that is popular with the girls in your family, this is definitely the way to go.
Then there are the group games. These are party games that can be played by more than one person. These are great for families looking for games that everyone can play together. There are many games that fit this bill, such as Dance Dance Revolution and Rock Band. These are games where people combine dance steps or notes in competition or in a group. Multiplayer games also fall into this category. Try to find fun age-appropriate games, like racing, that all of your children can play together.
On top of this, if your kids are still young enough to believe in Santa, there are extra things you can do with gifts to make things extra special. One is stocking stuffer. For the gamers in your family, you can create memory cards and other console accessories as great gift items. Another thing is to include a letter from Santa. This is for your children who wrote a letter with their current application. Actually, there are some good online stores that can deliver the letter to you. All you have to do is create the letter online and order it.
