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In Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the classic catch, battle, & explore formula gets some big-city twists. Is this metropolis appropriate for your kids? Check out our latest blog to help decide! bit.ly/4o4dU2X
A Parent’s Guide To Pokémon Legends Z-A
Is this Pokémon adventure appropriate for your kids? visit our blog for more information to help you decide!
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October 20, 2025 at 5:30 PM
In Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the classic catch, battle, & explore formula gets some big-city twists. Is this metropolis appropriate for your kids? Check out our latest blog to help decide! bit.ly/4o4dU2X
Parents now have more options and insight into managing their kids’ experiences on #Roblox. Check out our updated blog for a deep dive into the platform’s new parental controls and transparency settings: bit.ly/3ODrtpu
What Parents Need To Know About Roblox
From tips to help find appropriate experiences, to advice about in-game purchases, here's everything parents need to know about Roblox.
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August 6, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Parents now have more options and insight into managing their kids’ experiences on #Roblox. Check out our updated blog for a deep dive into the platform’s new parental controls and transparency settings: bit.ly/3ODrtpu
Every family’s gaming story is unique! In our latest blog, @kylehilliard.com shares how celebrating his daughter’s favorite video games opened up new ways to connect as a family. Check it out here: bit.ly/45gwjm2
Experiencing Video Games Through My Daughter's Eyes
Game Informer's Executive Editor, Kyle Hilliard, walks through how video games have become an unexpected bonding activity with his daughter.
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July 30, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Every family’s gaming story is unique! In our latest blog, @kylehilliard.com shares how celebrating his daughter’s favorite video games opened up new ways to connect as a family. Check it out here: bit.ly/45gwjm2
Your kids may not want to do more math than they have to… but if they play Balatro there’s a good chance they already are. Check out our blog for tips to decide if this card game that incorporates poker (but not gambling!) is appropriate for your family.
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July 7, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Your kids may not want to do more math than they have to… but if they play Balatro there’s a good chance they already are. Check out our blog for tips to decide if this card game that incorporates poker (but not gambling!) is appropriate for your family.
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Mario Kart World puts racers into an open-ended karting experience with Mario and the rest of the crew from the Mushroom Kingdom. Check out our blog to find out if your family is ready to sling Blue Shells and power slide to victory.
A Parent’s Guide to Mario Kart World
Are your kids antsy to start racing in Mario Kart World? Our blog has everything you need to decide if it's a good fit for your family!
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June 9, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Mario Kart World puts racers into an open-ended karting experience with Mario and the rest of the crew from the Mushroom Kingdom. Check out our blog to find out if your family is ready to sling Blue Shells and power slide to victory.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is out! If your kids are clamoring for the new console, you may be wondering what makes the Switch 2 different from its predecessor. Check out our new blog for all the tips you need to decide if it’s a good fit for your family!
What Parents Need to Know About Nintendo Switch 2
Everything you need to know about Nintendo Switch 2, including how much it costs, which games you can play, and how to set parental controls.
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June 9, 2025 at 4:40 PM
The Nintendo Switch 2 is out! If your kids are clamoring for the new console, you may be wondering what makes the Switch 2 different from its predecessor. Check out our new blog for all the tips you need to decide if it’s a good fit for your family!
Not all screen time is equal, and video games can often be surprisingly educational. Check out @drkowert.bsky.social's explanation of how being mindful of content, context, and communication can turn video game screen time into enriching experiences for your kids. bit.ly/44S4qBf
Games vs. Videos for Kids: Exploring Active vs. Passive Screen Time
Explore active and passive screen time for kids. Learn how games, shows, and different types of digital engagement affect child development — and how to find the right balance.
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May 27, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Not all screen time is equal, and video games can often be surprisingly educational. Check out @drkowert.bsky.social's explanation of how being mindful of content, context, and communication can turn video game screen time into enriching experiences for your kids. bit.ly/44S4qBf
Are your kids ready to step into the boots of the likes for Iron Man or Black Panther in Marvel Rivals? Check out our new blog to find out if your budding heroes are ready to play this T-rated online game:
A Parent's Guide to Marvel Rivals
Find out if Marvel Rivals is age-appropriate. With details on the game's rating information, costs, and parental controls, you can decide!
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April 23, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Are your kids ready to step into the boots of the likes for Iron Man or Black Panther in Marvel Rivals? Check out our new blog to find out if your budding heroes are ready to play this T-rated online game:
Anyone see that @nytimes.com Connections from yesterday? You're welcome, Game Likers.
March 25, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Anyone see that @nytimes.com Connections from yesterday? You're welcome, Game Likers.
Discord continues to be a go-to platform for playing games, chatting, making friends, and more. Especially among kids. Check out our updated blog about what you can do to make sure your kids have appropriate experiences on Discord.
What Parents Need to Know About Discord
Make sure your kids are having positive experiences while playing video games and communicating with others via Discord.
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March 19, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Discord continues to be a go-to platform for playing games, chatting, making friends, and more. Especially among kids. Check out our updated blog about what you can do to make sure your kids have appropriate experiences on Discord.
Split Fiction is a sci-fi/fantasy co-op adventure filled with a wide array of video game genres. Rated T for Teen, it’s a game where teamwork isn’t just encouraged - it’s required. Learn more to help you decide if it’s appropriate for your kids:
A Parent’s Guide to Split Fiction
Is Split Fiction appropriate for your family? Find out everything you need to decide if your kids are ready for this co-op game.
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March 11, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Split Fiction is a sci-fi/fantasy co-op adventure filled with a wide array of video game genres. Rated T for Teen, it’s a game where teamwork isn’t just encouraged - it’s required. Learn more to help you decide if it’s appropriate for your kids:
Happy New Year. Let's get ready to Video Game.
January 2, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Happy New Year. Let's get ready to Video Game.
Every year we survey parents with kids who play video games to better understand how they use ratings, and to see what ESRB can do to help them keep their kids' video game experiences appropriate. Check out our blog for some of the 2024 trends!
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Research: Gamer Parents Are the Future
Every year ESRB parents with kids who play video games about our ratings. Find out what parents said in our 2024 research!
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December 9, 2024 at 2:29 PM
Every year we survey parents with kids who play video games to better understand how they use ratings, and to see what ESRB can do to help them keep their kids' video game experiences appropriate. Check out our blog for some of the 2024 trends!
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Fact: According to research, your kids love video games. A survey from the ESA shows that 76% of kids have video games on their holiday lists! If this sounds like your kids, we have a blog to help you navigate some of the consoles and games that may be on those lists: bit.ly/3sluSlU
What Parents Need to Know About Shopping for Video Game Consoles
Get tips about shopping for video game consoles for your kids. We explore the differences between consoles, which games they offer, and more!
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November 26, 2024 at 3:57 PM
Fact: According to research, your kids love video games. A survey from the ESA shows that 76% of kids have video games on their holiday lists! If this sounds like your kids, we have a blog to help you navigate some of the consoles and games that may be on those lists: bit.ly/3sluSlU
As parents there's a lot to keep track of between the real world and your kids' video game experiences. With that in mind ESRB has revamped ParentalTools.org so it's easier to set the parental controls you need, or start those conversations about games. Find out more in our blog: bit.ly/3YUBmED
Manage Your Kids' Video Games With ParentalTools.org
ESRB has the tools and tips you need to help manage your kids' video games with the new and improved ParentalTools.org!
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November 18, 2024 at 3:09 PM
As parents there's a lot to keep track of between the real world and your kids' video game experiences. With that in mind ESRB has revamped ParentalTools.org so it's easier to set the parental controls you need, or start those conversations about games. Find out more in our blog: bit.ly/3YUBmED
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Video games.
June 28, 2023 at 6:54 PM
Video games.
It’s the 10th anniversary of the International Age Rating Coalition (IARC)! Find out how this groundbreaking ratings solution for digital games and mobile apps has provided families all over the world with broader access to trusted and familiar ratings bit.ly/3HSGlh0
February 14, 2024 at 6:30 PM
It’s the 10th anniversary of the International Age Rating Coalition (IARC)! Find out how this groundbreaking ratings solution for digital games and mobile apps has provided families all over the world with broader access to trusted and familiar ratings bit.ly/3HSGlh0
Let’s-a-go! Super Mario Bros. Wonder is out on the Nintendo Switch. Here’s everything you need to know about the game, including co-op multiplayer features, parental controls, and more: bit.ly/3Q0M0Fn
What Parents Need to Know About Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Is Mario's newest adventure appropriate for your whole family? Learn more about what you can expect to see in Super Mario Bros. Wonder!
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October 20, 2023 at 3:03 PM
Let’s-a-go! Super Mario Bros. Wonder is out on the Nintendo Switch. Here’s everything you need to know about the game, including co-op multiplayer features, parental controls, and more: bit.ly/3Q0M0Fn
Over 150 million people use Discord every month to connect while playing games, working on projects, or just hanging out. If your kids aren't among them yet, odds are they will be soon! Learn about how it’s different from other social platforms and how to help your kids use it safely: bit.ly/44R4heA
What Parents Need to Know About Discord
Make sure your kids are having positive experiences while playing video games and communicating with others via Discord.
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October 13, 2023 at 4:16 PM
Over 150 million people use Discord every month to connect while playing games, working on projects, or just hanging out. If your kids aren't among them yet, odds are they will be soon! Learn about how it’s different from other social platforms and how to help your kids use it safely: bit.ly/44R4heA
Over 56 million users log onto Roblox every day. When it comes to games-within-a-game, what’s the best way to approach parental controls, multiplayer chat, and ratings? Learn more in our latest What Parents Need to Know blog: https://bit.ly/3ODrtpu
What Parents Need To Know About Roblox
From tips to help find appropriate experiences, to advice about in-game purchases, here's everything parents need to know about Roblox.
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August 16, 2023 at 3:42 PM
Over 56 million users log onto Roblox every day. When it comes to games-within-a-game, what’s the best way to approach parental controls, multiplayer chat, and ratings? Learn more in our latest What Parents Need to Know blog: https://bit.ly/3ODrtpu
Some games offer the ability to purchase additional content with real money. Check out our blog for tips on how you can identify those games and how to set parental controls to manage (or block!) spending!
What Parents Need to Know About Loot Boxes & In-Game Purchases
Learn more about the different types of in-game purchases, and what you can do to manage (or block!) your kids' spending.
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July 12, 2023 at 3:42 PM
Some games offer the ability to purchase additional content with real money. Check out our blog for tips on how you can identify those games and how to set parental controls to manage (or block!) spending!
It's sweltering here in New York City. Please be safe, drink lots of water, and don't forget to check the ratings before purchasing or downloading a new video game or app.
July 6, 2023 at 2:18 PM
It's sweltering here in New York City. Please be safe, drink lots of water, and don't forget to check the ratings before purchasing or downloading a new video game or app.
Remember kids: Stay in school and ask your parents to check the ratings.
July 5, 2023 at 2:12 PM
Remember kids: Stay in school and ask your parents to check the ratings.
Video games.
June 28, 2023 at 6:54 PM
Video games.