# Best Gaming Systems For Kids **Published by:** [Editorials](https://paragraph.com/@editor/) **Published on:** 2022-08-31 **URL:** https://paragraph.com/@editor/best-gaming-systems-for-kids ## Content Suppose your little one has asked for a console. For the parent who is unschooled in the way of gaming culture, the sheer amount of choice on the market may seem confusing and overwhelming. Whether you're after fun for the whole family or something to keep your young intrepid gamer busy, here are some suggestions for kid-friendly consoles and some game recommendations to get you started. ## Nintendo Switch This versatile system is essentially a games console and tablet hybrid, which can be home-based by hooking the dock up to your TV or handheld and taken anywhere. Complete with left and right-hand controllers - called joycons - that slide on and off, the ability to switch between handheld and dock is simple and seamless. With an impressive library of games available, the Switch guarantees fun for all the family. Pros: * Joycons are comfortable and easy for little hands to hold * Convenient portability * Wide choice of games, including exclusive titles * High-quality, innovative design Cons: * Short battery life * Not as powerful as its non-portable counterparts * Joysticks have been known to "drift" Game Recommendations: * Animal Crossing: New Horizons * Pokemon Sword & Shield * Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury ## Sony PlayStation 5 Featuring impressive specifications and the ability for smooth multitasking, the PS5 is widely considered the best plug-and-play system. This console is available as a digital-only version, forgoing the need for physical games and costing around £100 less. Promising an immersive experience with stunning graphic capabilities, the PS5 is an excellent system for adults and children alike. Pros: * Lightning fast load speeds * Extensive game library * DualSense controller with built-in features like haptic feedback and dynamic trigger effects * 4K for ultra-HD visuals Cons: * Hefty price tag * Bulky design * Large controllers may be difficult for young children to hold Game Recommendations: * \ ## Sackboy: A Big Adventure * Autonauts * Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time ## Xbox Series S Boasting high-quality performance and a powerful CPU, the Xbox Series S is stylish and fantastic value for money. This console is unlikely to impress high-calibre, hardcore gamers but is an excellent initiation into next-gen gaming for young people. Featuring speedy loading times, frame rates of up to 120 FPS and internal storage of 512GB, the Series S is an upstanding all-rounder. Pros: * Reasonably priced * Sleek design * Wide choice of games, including exclusive titles * Backwards compatible with older generation games Cons: * No native 4K compatibility * Less powerful than its Series X counterpart * Limited storage space Game recommendations: * Spyro Reignited Trilogy * Kingdom Hearts III * Unravel Two ## Gaming PC A gaming PC differs from a regular PC with the inclusion of high core-count central processing units and high-performance graphics cards. You could choose to purchase a ***[gaming PC bundle with a monitor](https://www.awd-it.co.uk/gaming-pc/value-gaming-pc-system.html)*** and other peripherals or as separate components; the beauty of a gaming PC is the ability to customise it to your liking and upgrade any parts at a later date. It is even possible to upgrade your existing family PC with the components required to function as a gaming system. With arguably the most extensive library of games available, you'll never be hard-pressed to find something to keep you busy. Pros: * All the features of a console as well as a PC * A steam account will give you access to over 30,000 games * Versatile and backwards compatible with most games * Second-to-none graphic capabilities Cons: * Components can amount to a substantial sum * A complex list of parts can be difficult for beginners * You're likely to only get a warranty with a prebuilt PC Game recommendations: * Minecraft * Stardew Valley * Roblox ## Nintendo Super NES Classic Mini This handy bundle is a smaller emulation of its original predecessor, the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, and will have the older members in your household reminiscing about the golden age of 16-bit gaming. This system comes pre-loaded with 21 classic games, including everything from arcade-style fighting games to extensive RPGs. They've even snuck in a brand new title - the long-awaited sequel, Star Fox 2. Pros: * Simple gaming * Competitive price * Instant multiplayer option * Small, easy-to-use controllers Cons: * Fewer game options than the NES Classic * Not every game has stood the test of time * Reset required to change games Game recommendations: * Kirby Super Star * Super Mario World * The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past ### Resources: * [PC Graphics Card - Peatix](https://awd-it.peatix.com/) * [Best Gaming Monitors - Finance.blog](https://onestopblog.finance.blog/2022/08/31/10-hacks-for-the-perfect-gaming-setup/) * [Computer Parts - Diary.by](https://diary.by/\~informcontent/console-vs-pc) * [Gaming Keyboard - Talium](https://talium.co/doc/b4xN2b/s/) \ ## Publication Information - [Editorials](https://paragraph.com/@editor/): Publication homepage - [All Posts](https://paragraph.com/@editor/): More posts from this publication - [RSS Feed](https://api.paragraph.com/blogs/rss/@editor): Subscribe to updates ## Optional - [Collect as NFT](https://paragraph.com/@editor/best-gaming-systems-for-kids): Support the author by collecting this post - [View Collectors](https://paragraph.com/@editor/best-gaming-systems-for-kids/collectors): See who has collected this post