Playstation for Kids games are very popular despite the new console releases (PS2, PS3, PSP). In fact, Playstation for Kids may even more popular specifically for kids than other formats and there are many games to choose from - but not all are appropriate for little ones to play.
If you're on the lookout for great Playstation for Kids games that are not only fun and highly rated, but are absolutely safe for young eyes and ears, here is a great list for you to choose from, coming into 2009:
Playstation Spyro the Dragon - This is an extremely fun game for kids, with simple controlling actions making it perfect for the youngest of beginning gamers. (More experienced kids like it too.) Help Spyro to rescue his friends from the grip of the evil Gnasty Gnorc, who has changed them all into crystals! There are a number of other "Spyro" games available, but this one is currently the most popular at the end of 2008, and kids absoutely have a great time playing it. Playstation Spyro the Dragon retails for around $40, but can be purchased for a nice discount from Amazon.com.
Crash Bandicoot 3: Warped for Playstation - Kids who have some gaming experience love this game and it is a great choice for kids just starting to play as well (due to simple controls). But - there is no lack of fun! This is the third release of "Crash Bandicoot" games for kids, and has a more diverse environment with larger levels and more playing opportunities. Crash Bandicoot 3: Warped has a retail price of around $40, but is usually available from Amazon.com for a nice markdown price.
Spiderman for Playstation - Spiderman has become known as one of the best superhero Playstation for Kids games around. It has fabulous graphics, kids can be "Spidey" - swing from the highest heights, scale walls skillfully and defeat evil forces. This is a good choice for kids who are either beginners or have more gaming experience. Spiderman for Playstation has a retail price of around $35, but can be purchased for less than half of that price (as of this writing) from Amazon Games.
Playstation Sponge Bob Square Pants: Super Sponge - Yes, Sponge Bob is still around and he is featured in one of the most popular Playstation for Kids game coming into 2009! Not only is Sponge Bob funny in this game, the story line revolves around him working to get autographs from his heroes, Barnacle Boy and Mermaid Man, which presents Mr. Square Pants with some very interesting and hysterical problems along the way. Playstation Sponge Bob Square Pants: Super Sponge has a retail price of around $30 but is usually available at a great discount price from Amazon.
Playstation Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone - Unlike some other "based on movie" games, this Playstation for Kids game is unique in itself, and offers some very enteraining gaming opportunities for kids. It's colorful with great sound effects, and focuses mainly on younger kids who are less experienced with the Playstation. (Older or more experienced gamers might consider it lacks challenge.) Playstation Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone has a retail price of around $50, but it normally can be found for less - available at Amazon.
All of these Playstation for Kids games are completely appropriate for kids - you won't need to worry about language or graphics - and kids won't have to sacrifice fun!
