Engaged Family Gaming

25/11/2025

Goodness gracious this looks good!

Marvel Cosmic Invasion is coming soon PC and Consoles!

https://store.playstation.com/concept/10012545MARVEL Cosmic Invasion launches in one week on PlayStation!Choose between 15 Marvel Super Heroes in this frenet...

19/11/2025

The EFG 2025 Holiday Gift Guide Magazine is live!

We packed it with our best recommendations across video games, board games, TCGs, and tabletop RPG goodies.

A huge thank-you to our sponsors for helping us make this issue happen. Check out the full magazine and start your holiday list the easy way.

Lootlock - https://www.lootlock.com/ - A tool to help teach your kids about financial responsibility while also making spending money on video games more secure and convenient!

Conspiracy Gaming - Our favorite friendly local game store!

https://www.fsquared.biz/ - A podcast about the business of games

https://www.familygamingdatabase.com/en-us/home - an amazing resource with details and recommendations for videos games for your family.

https://www.youtube.com/psychgeist - A youtube channel all about brains and games by Dr Rachel Kowert.

https://engagedfamilygaming.com/parent-resources/efg-magazine/the-gift-guide-issue-of-the-magazine-is-here/

Every year, we put an enormous amount of care into building something parents can trust during the most chaotic part of the season. The holiday rush gets lo ...

13/11/2025

Star Trek: Voyager was the show for me growing up. I was glued to UPN every week, and it stayed “must-watch TV” right up until I went off to college.

I always get excited when I recognize the actors from the show in other projects, but I got EXTRA pumped when I saw a trailer for a Voyager themed video game.

Star Trek Voyager: Across the Unknown blends the crew I grew up with and gameplay inspired by FTL.

Ship management
Tough choices
Branching paths
Six different endings depending on how you do

All of it is wrapped in those classic Voyager dilemmas. If you’ve ever wanted to test your moral compass alongside Janeway’s, this is your chance.

I've spent a little time with the free demo on Steam, and it has been awesome so far! The full launch is next year on PC with console releases just a little behind.

So tell me. What's your favorite Trek?

12/11/2025

It turns out parents are still paying attention!

Recent data shows 83% of parents know about ESRB video game ratings, and most actually check them before their kids start a new game.

And that same data shows that parents value more than just the letter on the front of the box. They look at content descriptors and info about interactive elements as well!

That’s a win for safer, smarter playtime.

Do you check ESRB ratings before your kids start a new game? Let’s compare notes in the comments.

11/11/2025

A new Legend of Zelda LEGO Set is coming!

What can it be?!?!

Leave your guesses in the comments!

11/11/2025

Netflix just rolled the dice on Catan! The classic island of trades and tension is heading to the screen, but what form will it take?

Live action settlers?
Animated sheep bartering for wheat?
A reality competition show?
Something totally unexpected?

Either way, this could spark a whole new wave of families discovering (or rediscovering) the joy of building, trading, and blocking that one road out of pure spite.

So here’s the real question: what do we think this show would even look like?

And would you even watch it?

https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/catan-board-game-netflix-adaptations

10/11/2025

Bikini Bottom’s about to make waves again!

SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide launches November 18 for Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.

Here’s why it might earn a spot in your next family game night:

Classic SpongeBob humor: Every level is packed with the same zany jokes and charm that parents and kids both love.

Character swapping: You can play as SpongeBob or Patrick, each with unique moves and reactions.

Big adventure, small frustration: Platforming feels friendly enough for younger players but still satisfying for older ones.

The one caveat: Like many SpongeBob games, it leans heavy on collectibles, some younger kids might need help finding everything.

08/11/2025

Hey EFG community!

Big news: our super-fan and Discord Community manager Miranda is taking part in Extra Life to support kids’ health! 🎮

Here’s why this matters:

With Extra Life, it’s not just game night, it’s a fundraiser where every donation supports local children’s hospital care.
Extra Life

I believe in giving back, and I believe in our community. So I’m putting a challenge out: let’s show up for Miranda the way she shows up for us.

🔗 Here’s her page: https://www.extra-life.org/participants/550050

If you can contribute, even a small amount, it makes a difference.

Then drop a comment when you’ve donated!

Let’s rally together: donate, share, and tag a friend who needs to see this.

Because when EFG shows up, it shows up loud. Let’s make it count.

I'm raising funds with for kids treated at my Children's Miracle Network Hospitals! I need your help to reach my fundraising goal. Please donate today to change kids' health.

08/11/2025

Weekend Game Pick: Biped 2

Looking for something lighthearted (and a little chaotic) to play this weekend? Biped 2 might be your perfect co-op fix. You and a friend (or up to four players!) control two adorable walking robots, Aku and Sila, by moving each leg with a joystick.

It sounds simple… until you realize how hard walking actually is.

This co-op action-adventure game thrives on moment-to-moment collaboration. You’ll solve puzzles, cross tricky bridges, and probably laugh yourselves silly while shouting things like “Stop moving!” and “I’ve got it... wait, no I don’t!”

According to VICE: “We died. A lot. 139 times, to be exact. But did we stop having fun? Absolutely not.”

Rating: E for Everyone
Platforms: PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC
Reviews: Mostly Positive (75% of 68 players recommend it)
Price: Around $20 USD

It’s the kind of game where failure is half the fun and teamwork is the real reward.

Would your family survive the chaos of Biped 2?

https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10010903Biped 2 Award-winning co-op adventure is coming to PS5 and PS4 on November 5. ...

07/11/2025

The Nintendo Switch 2 is officially taking off with over 10 million sold already!

If your family has loved the original Switch, this upgrade is absolutely worth it. Faster load times, smoother co-op play, and even more games built to shine on the new system make it a fantastic next step for shared playtime.

We’ve been hands-on and can confidently say: this is the Switch experience families have been waiting for.

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06/11/2025

Big news from Italy’s board game scene! Botanicus just won Gioco dell’Anno (Game of the Year) , and it’s a fantastic pick for families. 🌸

Designed by Grégory Grard (who also took home Designer of the Year!), Botanicus combines gentle strategy with beautiful art and nature themes . Imagine its like tending a magical garden together.

Awards season is also a great time to discover new family favorites! Keep an eye out for Botanicus and other award-winning games that are now easier to find just in time for gift season.

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06/11/2025

Ready to return to Hyrule? Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment launches today on Nintendo Switch 2!

Set in the world of Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom, this fast-paced action game lets you battle waves of enemies and team up in split-screen co-op.

Perfect for families who love the Zelda universe and want a little extra action between epic adventures.

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