The 5 Best Kids Games for PlayStation 4
Most kids love playing video games. They can provide many hours of entertainment and fun, whether solo or with friends. Finding good video games for kids can be challenging because many games out there are either too violent or too difficult for children. You want to be sure your kids are playing games that they will enjoy and are appropriate for their age. There are a lot of video games out there. We wanted to find games that are really fun for kids and challenging enough to stimulate them, but not so hard that they can't get through it. We found some good ones that are suitable for all ages. Read on for our reviews of the 5 Best Kids Games for PlayStation 4.
Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled
The Legend Returns
The original Crash Team Racing was one of the best racing games ever. For fans of the original and for kids who have never played it, Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled is a must-play. It has the feel of the original game, but it’s been completely remastered and updated with new courses, characters, and character customizations. There’s Classic mode if you want to play the original. Then there’s Nitro-Fueled mode, which allows you to change characters, skins, or karts at any point in the game. The ability to unlock other characters and customizations comes as you move through the game. Face off against friends in Battle mode or venture online and expand your challengers. This is terrific fun for kids and adults alike.
Pros
- Remastered and updated
- Fun classic racing game
Cons
- Getting started takes a little while
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
Tremendous Trilogy
The Crash Bandicoot trilogy is comprised of some of the greatest platform video games ever made. For the same price as one game, you can now get all three games in the trilogy, fully remastered in gorgeous HD. The graphics are something to behold, and along with the exhilarating gameplay, make these games worth introducing to a new generation of kids. The protagonist of the game, Crash, is a genetically enhanced bandicoot, which is a marsupial, living in Australia. The antagonist is Dr. Neo Cortex, who created Crash and considers him a failed experiment that must be eliminated. Kids will love playing as the rambunctious Crash, as he must run, jump, and spin through 30+ levels per game to thwart Dr. Cortex.
Pros
- 3 amazing games
- Remastered in HD
Cons
- Certain jumps are hard to land
Cars 3: Driven to Win
For fans of the Pixar movie, this game will certainly have an extra thrill to it. But for anyone who enjoys arcade style go-kart racing games, like Mario Kart, this is a fantastic video game, not just a movie adaptation. It’s a really deep game, with complex controls that are easy to learn but take time to master. This prevents the game from getting boring quickly. For 2-4 players, the split screen works great and is super fun to play against friends or family in the room. And the game has a large selection of characters, tracks, and game modes to keep kids occupied for many hours.
Pros
- Arcade style go-kart racer
- Gameplay depth
Cons
- No online mode
Lego Marvel Collection
Super Heroes
All three Lego Marvel games make this collection a great choice for kids, especially younger ones. This collection comes with Lego Marvel’s Avengers, Lego Marvel Super Heroes, and Lego Marvel Super Heroes 2. The Avengers is based on the Marvel movies and takes place in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Avengers is optimal for younger kids, as it is a bit easier than the Super Heroes games. The games involve solving puzzles, which is stimulating for the child’s mind while still being super fun.
Pros
- Fun and stimulating for younger kids
- All 3 Lego Marvel games
Cons
- Older kids may age out
Lego The Incredibles
Lives Up To The Name Incredible
Two of the greatest animated movies ever combine with Lego to make a wonderful game for kids. You get to play through the storylines of both Incredibles movies as the Parr family has to work together to fight crime. You also use their superpowers to build huge Lego structures. So there’s the Incredibles part where you fight super villains, and the Lego part where you build things from Legos. The fights are not violent and appropriate for young children. All in all, a super cute game that you can enjoy playing with your kids too.
Pros
- Play the storylines of both Incredibles movies
- Build huge Lego structures with super powers
Cons
- Not a super long game
Frequently Asked Questions
Is internet required for these games?
No, the internet is not required for these games. For those games that have multiplayer online mode, you will need internet for that mode.
Can adults play these games too?
Yes, adults can play these games too, with or without kids. Many adults enjoy these games. They’re really fun. They can be challenging for adult recreational gamers. And for serious gamers, they can be a nice break from the more intense adult games.
Will these games work on PlayStation 3?
No, these games will not work on PlayStation 3. They will only work on PlayStation 4. And the PlayStation 4 is not backwards compatible, so you can’t play PlayStation 3 games on PlayStation 4 either.
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