Gaming has actually been great for my kids during quarantine

2w ago·1 min read

Not gonna lie, I was skeptical about the whole online gaming thing with my boys but during lockdown it kept them sane. They played Minecraft together, made friends from different schools, developed actual problem solving skills. Yeah they're on screens more than ideal but their mental health improved. I think gaming gets way too much hate sometimes. Anyone else have positive experiences?

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NNathanNew Dad2w ago

Honestly not skeptical anymore after what we've all been through. My kids stayed sane during lockdown partly because of online stuff with friends. As long as they're building something or actually connecting, I'm good with it.

EEli L.Regular2w ago

That's awesome they found connection through Minecraft together. Gaming gets a bad rap but when it brings kids closer instead of isolating them, that's actually pretty great.

LLucas M.Regular2w ago

Same experience here. Gaming kept my boys entertained and honestly connected to their friends when we couldn't go anywhere. I stopped feeling guilty about it pretty quick.

FFelix R.Regular2w ago

This is refreshing to hear. I was skeptical too but my oldest made actual friends through gaming during lockdown and they still play together. Turns out it's not all bad.

BBrandonRegular2w ago

The key is moderation like anything else, but yeah gaming was legitimately a lifeline for families during quarantine. Don't let anyone make you feel bad about it.