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Great Video Games For Younger Children
Ape Escape 3 (PS2)Ape Escape 3 (PS2)
Buy new: £21.00 / Used from: £8.78
An addictive, easy and cheap game that all the family will enjoy.
Spyro: Year of the Dragon - Platinum (PS)Spyro: Year of the Dragon - Platinum (PS)
Buy used from: £12.98
The first Spyro game I ever bought, and by far the most enjoyable for everyone.
Super Mario Galaxy (Wii)Super Mario Galaxy (Wii)
Buy new: £29.99 / Used from: £24.69
The 'ultimate' Wii game. Addictive, colourful, and really easy to get the hang of.
Animal Crossing: Wild World (Nintendo DS)Animal Crossing: Wild World (Nintendo DS)
Buy new: £24.99 / Used from: £16.95
This game is jam-packed full of loads of features which are presented in a really child-friendly way. HIGHLY recommended.
RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 (PC)RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 (PC)
Buy new: £6.45 / Used from: £4.25
Perhaps not for the youngest children due to its mild complexity and difficulty, but it's still a great laugh for anyone aged about 8+.
Harry Potter: Quidditch World Cup (PS2)Harry Potter: Quidditch World Cup (PS2)
Buy new: £29.95 / Used from: £0.49
Even if the kids don't like Harry Potter, there's still something really enjoyable about this game.
Robot Wars 2 - Extreme DestructionRobot Wars 2 - Extreme Destruction
Buy used from: £3.50
A little known game, but it's very fun and interactive, letting you create your own robots to battle with.
The Simpsons: Hit & Run (PS2)The Simpsons: Hit & Run (PS2)
Buy used from: £3.97
Easy to get to grips with, this game really brings the show to life. Highly recommended for kids who like The Simpsons.
Toy Story 2Toy Story 2
Buy used from: £7.94
Another game that's easy to get to grips with, and exercises the kids' brains as well.
Fightbox (PS2)Fightbox (PS2)
Buy new: £2.00 / Used from: £0.01
The boys especially will enjoy this fighting game, in which you create your own warrior.