BEST GAMES FOR KIDS
The best games for kids that are fun, safe, and age-appropriate — covering a mix of consoles (like Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC), and touching on various age ranges from toddlers to pre-teens and even early teens.
🎮 Best Games for Kids (Ages ~4–12)
🟥 Nintendo Switch
Super Mario Odyssey (Ages 6+)
Fun platforming, bright worlds, and cooperative play with Cappy. Great for solo or parent/child play.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Ages 5+)
Peaceful island life sim with fishing, decorating, and lots of creativity.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Ages 4+)
Racing fun for all ages, with assist modes for beginners.
Luigi’s Mansion 3 (Ages 7+)
Slightly spooky but very kid-friendly puzzle and ghost-busting adventure.
Kirby and the Forgotten Land (Ages 5+)
Adorable, colorful, and easy for young players to jump into — plus co-op!
🟦 PlayStation & Xbox
LEGO Games Series (Ages 5+)
LEGO Star Wars, LEGO Harry Potter, LEGO Marvel — all have humor, co-op, and fun puzzles.
Sackboy: A Big Adventure (PS4/PS5, Ages 6+)
A super charming 3D platformer with co-op and lots of personality.
Minecraft (Ages 6+)
Creative building or survival with endless possibilities. Easy to play, tons to explore.
Spyro Reignited Trilogy (Ages 6+)
Classic platforming remastered with great visuals and simple controls.
Overcooked! All You Can Eat (Ages 7+)
Hilarious and chaotic cooking co-op. Great for teamwork and laughs (but maybe not for the easily frustrated 😅).
🟩 PC / Multi-Platform
Slime Rancher (Ages 6+)
Super cute farming sim where you collect and care for bouncing slimes.
Stardew Valley (Ages 8+)
Farming, fishing, friendships — wholesome and relaxing, but with lots of depth.
Paw Patrol: On a Roll (Ages 3–6)
Simple side-scrolling adventure perfect for preschoolers.
Zoo Tycoon: Ultimate Animal Collection (Ages 6+)
Build and manage your dream zoo. Educational and fun!
Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair (Ages 7+)
Classic 2D platforming with bright visuals and accessible gameplay.
⭐ Honorable Mentions / Edutainment
Toca Life World (Mobile) — sandbox roleplay for little ones.
PBS Kids Games App — tons of educational games.
Osmo (iPad) — interactive learning using real-world pieces.
Mario Party Superstars — great for family game nights
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