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How do you guys handle fortnite addiction?

Jun 251 min read

My 10yo is losing his mind over Fortnite and I'm trying to figure out where the line is between letting him enjoy it and him becoming a total zombie. He's asking to play before school, after school, on weekends. We set a rule that it's only after homework and chores are done but he's still spending like 2 hours straight on it some days. Is that normal? My wife thinks I'm being too strict but I remember spending my whole summer outside as a kid. Not trying to be that boomer dad but I'm worried.

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SScottRegularJun 26

10 years old is the tough age for Fortnite. My oldest is similar and I've found that setting specific playtime limits works better than trying to ban it completely. Like 1 hour on weekdays, maybe 2 on weekends. They feel like they have some control.

JJosephNew DadJun 27

10 is young to be that into it. I'd say limited playtime with clear rules helps. My take is that total bans don't work but structure does. Maybe weekends only or an hour after homework?

SScottRegularJun 25

The line is knowing your kid and being willing to have actual conversations about it instead of just shutting it down. Some kids can handle it better than others. How much is he playing daily?

MMikeRegularJun 26

The addiction is real but some of it is just his age and wanting to fit in with friends. I'd focus on having other stuff to do that's equally fun rather than making Fortnite the forbidden fruit. Gets the competitive energy out there.

SScottRegularJun 25

Have you tried playing with him? Sounds lame but understanding the game helped me talk to my kid about limits. He's less resistant when I actually know what he's into.

JJayson H.New DadJun 27

My son was losing his mind over it too until I made him a deal - earn time through chores and outdoor activities. Now he's more balanced because he has to work for the gaming time. Changed everything.

JJakeNew DadJun 25

We set pretty strict time limits with our kids - like an hour on school days, maybe two on weekends - and honestly it's been a game changer. The tough part is sticking to it when he's begging for one more match.

DDave K.RegularJun 25

Same battle here man, 10 is that perfect age where they're old enough to be really into these games but still need boundaries. What helps us is having him earn playtime through other stuff - homework done, went outside, etc.

SScottRegularJun 26

This is tough because Fortnite is designed to be addictive. With my teen I've set pretty strict limits but also tried to understand why he loves it so much. Sometimes they just need boundaries and understanding at the same time.