Articles for author: Kristina

July 28, 2025

Kristina

minecraft vs roblox

Minecraft vs. Roblox for Kids: Which Is Best? (A Parent’s Perspective)

Minecraft and Roblox have been a big topic of conversation in my household lately, mainly because my daughter (now almost eight) is extremely curious about both. And I am equally worried about it.  You hear all these stories about bad things happening with kids in both games, it’s just difficult to take a step towards either. And I’m a gamer, someone who knows how these things work — which should make it easier, but in reality only makes the choice harder.  And since I’ve been doing tons of research on Minecraft and Roblox in the past few weeks, I found

July 9, 2025

Kristina

tower defense games

13 Best Tower Defense Games to Play in 2026

Tower defense games have a bit of everything that I like — some strategy, some base building (sometimes) and lots of challenges. I first fell in love with this genre while, ironically, playing other games that had tower defense elements. For example, SpellForce (which I talk a lot about here).  And since then, I’ve sought this out repeatedly through other games. And in case you’re interested as well, I’ve rounded up the best of the best tower defense games so you can enjoy them too (in no particular order). Save your time searching, and dive straight into one of these!

May 28, 2025

Kristina

best free casual game

Casual PC Games You Can Play for Free

Free PC games are rare these days — even more so casual free PC games. It seems like most of them involve a lot of fighting and stress. You might find a hidden gem, but odds are you’ll hit a wall of gacha grindfests (nothing wrong with gacha though, I love them, as you’ll see here), half-baked mobile ports, or games that call themselves “free” and then hit you with a paywall after 15 minutes. If you’re tired of the same stale lists filled with the usual suspects or games that are not really all that free or casual, I’m

May 26, 2025

Kristina

games like it takes two

Are you a fan of It Takes Two? Try these games

Looking for games like It Takes Two? I get it — it was truly a memorable experience. My husband and I loved playing it, even when I kept getting stuck in random places, when I couldn’t jump the distance, when I didn’t understand what to do, when he had to take the joystick and just do it himself…Anyway, I’m sure it was enjoyable for him too.  It’s perfect for people who want to laugh and work together. All the little mini games and the different areas make it feel like a ton of games rolled into one. And it’s super

May 9, 2025

Kristina

best sci-fi games

Space Games You Have to Try If You Like Sci-Fi

Space games often fly under my radar, if I’m honest. When I’m picking a game to play, I almost always reach for something set in a fantasy world. It’s what I grew up with, and let’s face it, nothing beats a good sword-swinging, magic-filled adventure. Plus, it feels like there are just more fantasy games out there than sci-fi ones. But every now and then, a sci-fi game comes along that completely pulls me in. The kind that makes me forget all about dragons and elves because I’m too busy navigating space politics or fighting off rogue AIs. And if

May 7, 2025

Kristina

how to reduce motion sickness while gaming

Gaming Motion Sickness: What It Is and How to Stop It

Gaming motion sickness is what happens when you have to pause a game because your stomach is doing somersaults. And if it happens to you, you’re not alone. I still remember the first time it happened to me — I was thoroughly enjoying Hogwarts Legacy after waiting months to play it… until the nausea kicked in.  For me, it’s especially bad with big screens (like my TV). But it’s not just TVs. Even smaller screens on a PC can be rough. When I played Storage Hustle, it made me so motion sick that I thought I’d actually vomit. It got

February 28, 2025

Kristina

best cozy games

25 Best Cozy Games to Play in 2026 (Wholesome, Low-Stress)

Cozy games are the digital equivalent of a soft blanket and a hot cup of tea — gentle, creative, and endlessly comforting. They’re the games you turn to when you’re tired of high-stakes combat or endless grinding, when all you want is to water your crops, decorate a little cottage, or just exist in a world that doesn’t demand anything from you. In the last few years, cozy gaming has gone from a quiet niche to a full-blown movement. From Stardew Valley and Animal Crossing to indie hits like Unpacking and Dordogne, developers are proving that you don’t need explosions

January 28, 2025

Kristina

best Netflix games

13 Best Netflix Games in 2026

Netflix games may sound like a bunch of connect-three, easy and quick mobile options for when you’re bored, but they’re surprisingly… not? No, seriously, did you know you can play GTA for free on your phone if you have a Netflix subscription? And a bunch of other games too. And if you feel a little overwhelmed by the sheer amount of choice you have, or you just don’t know what’s possible, I’m here to help. I’ve rounded up my favorite Netflix games you can play right now from a wide variety of genres. Enjoy! Last updated on: Hades If you’re

January 25, 2025

Kristina

best farming games

10 Best Farming Games on Mobile in 2026 (Free & Paid)

Farming games are fun and relaxing, especially when you can play them on your phone any time and any place. But they come with their fair share of problems too —too many ads, constant prompts to spend money, and not enough actual fun. The good news is, not all farming games are like that. I’ve put together a list of the best farming games for mobile that are actually enjoyable to play. These games respect your time (and your wallet), and still give you all the cozy, satisfying farm vibes you’re looking for. Let’s find one you’ll love. Last updated

January 21, 2025

Kristina

an elmwood trail review

An Elmwood Trail Review (Spoiler-free) 

If you love solving mysteries and piecing together puzzles (and let’s be honest, who doesn’t?), An Elmwood Trail is the game you need on your phone. Available for free on both iOS and Android, this interactive mystery game puts you in the shoes of a detective trying to crack the case of Zoey Leonard’s disappearance. It’s one of those games that makes you feel like you’re part of an actual TV crime show. The best part? You don’t have to deal with annoying ads or relentless buy-now pop-ups. What’s cool about the game is how immersive it feels. You’re basically