Whether you’re searching for the best games for busy toddlers, early elementary explorers, or teens who crave a challenge, you’ve come to the right place. Nex Playground turns screen time into full-body playtime.
If you’re new to Playground, here’s the scoop: Nex Playground is an active-play gaming system where your body is the controller. It tracks your movements so you can dodge, dance, and drive your way through games—even if you’re not usually a “gamer.”
With the optional Play Pass, you can unlock the full library of 50+ family-friendly video games, party games, sports challenges, action adventures, dance-offs, and more.
In this guide, we break down the best Playground games by age so you can find the perfect match for every player in your house—from wiggly toddlers to competitive teens (and even the grown-ups, too).
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Every kid is different, with varying interests and abilities. But everyone loves to play. Some preschoolers are ready to save the village with complex sword-fighting moves. Some tweens will happily bounce balloons with Bluey for hours (zero judgment—we love both). Interests and abilities rarely follow a perfect age chart.
So think of these age ranges as helpful starting points rather than a rulebook. You know your child best. If your 6-year-old is obsessed with Gabby’s Dollhouse or your 12-year-old lights up for Barbie, go with it. The real goal is to spark joy, movement, and those “come look at this!” moments. That’s what makes family play so magical.
For ages 3, 4, and 5, movement is learning. Kids are developing balance, coordination, body awareness, and the ability to follow simple prompts. They’re also practicing early social skills and social-emotional learning: taking turns, expressing emotions, and building confidence through play.
These games encourage big motion, imagination, and repetition, which helps little ones explore movement in open, low-pressure ways.
Playing Bluey: Bust-a-Move on Playground feels like stepping directly into the show. In five episode-inspired mini-games, kids can play Keepy Uppy, cook a virtual omelet, and act out silly prompts that spark imagination.
Parents love it for its clear instructions, joyful energy, and built-in replayability. Each round reinforces early motor skills and encourages listening, while also prompting family play. Bluey: Bust-a-Move is designed to get everyone up and moving, leading to loads of pure, wiggly happiness!
Four adorable Sesame Street games = hours of active learning and curiosity.
Watch your living room transform into a bustling cookie workshop, with players working together to solve a series of tasty puzzles. Cookie Monster’s Cookie Factory encourages kids to stretch their problem-solving skills as they discover patterns and sorting.
This game combines both big and precise movements, making it a perfect choice for older preschoolers. And with its co-op style play and challenging puzzles, it’s a fun way to get everyone in the family (including older siblings and adults) playing and laughing together.
This is a full-body dance-along hosted by Grover himself, complete with goofy props, exaggerated movement, and contagious enthusiasm. Kids dance, wiggle, and sway to the rhythm—each move mirrored back in bright, friendly visuals.
A Sesame Street spin on “Simon Says,” this game turns listening skills into a whole-body activity. Elmo gives clear, cheerful instructions and kids respond, building attention and self-control skills while having fun. With 3 difficulty levels, this game spans multiple ages and stages.
Blast off into a colorful letter-finding adventure. Preschoolers fly around as they chase floating letters, moving their bodies through a magical alphabet world. It’s a whimsical, movement-based way to practice phonics and letter recognition.
Mirrorama is a kid-favorite game, bringing open-play silliness to your living room. With 31 zany filters, kids can breathe fire, lift weights, build block towers, chase their twin, and so much more. Bonus: it’s perfect for multiplayer fun.
Because there are no rules or scoring, kids have full permission to experiment. Get silly without worrying about standing in the “right place”. Pose, dance, stretch, jump, run, or “act out” stories. Mirrorama encourages creativity, body awareness, and confidence in a way that feels organic rather than instructional.
Kids can visit Gabby’s colorful world, popping bubbles, baking treats, and twirling hoops alongside their favorite Gabby cats. The animations are magical and friendly, making every motion feel like a mini-celebration.
Gabby’s Dollhouse: A-meow-zing Moves on Nex Playground + Play Pass is excellent for practicing coordination and following simple instructions, all wrapped in Gabby’s glittery world. The gentle prompts encourage focus without pressure, making it a great fit for kids who thrive on predictable but joyful structure.
Your 6 to 9-year-old kiddos are building stronger coordination and problem-solving skills every day. They’re now ready for multi-step instructions and bigger challenges, and also stepping into more social play (cheering each other on, trading turns, and celebrating progress). This is a time when gaming can feel especially rewarding.
These early elementary titles bring simple strategy and big adventure, helping kids channel energy into play that builds agility, confidence, and cooperation. What more could you ask for?
Leap across rooftops, dodge obstacles, and battle baddies with your favorite heroes in a half shell. The movement is fast and cartoon-epic in the best way, helping kids feel immersed in the world of TMNT.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Rooftop Mayhem is a standout for agility, coordination, and confidence-building. Playing side-by-side with siblings or friends reinforces teamwork and shared narrative play. Kids feel heroic, and parents see real motor-skill growth. Win-win.
Sword Slash Adventure lets kids live out a hero’s journey, exploring a story-book inspired world while battling a whole host of fantasy monsters. Movements are big and satisfying, with just the right amount of challenge; a perfect combo for this age.
Bonus: the RPG-inspired structure gently teaches early strategic thinking and problem-solving, while repeated movements build coordination and stamina. This is a great one for building confidence.
You’re invited to the Barbie Dance Party! Hit the dance floor with Malibu Barbie, Brooklyn Barbie, and Ken, as you dance through fun, easy-to-follow routines. Each stage is bright and glamorous, giving kids a chance to show off their own personal style.
Watching Barbie, Barbie, and Ken dance it out helps kids feel bold enough to try new moves. And dancing with siblings and friends adds a nice dash of social play. It’s a crowd-pleaser for kids who love music, movement, and a little sparkle.
Fruit Ninja is all about BIG motion. Slash and slice, avoid bombs, and watch as the fruit explodes in colorful bursts. Kids love how instantly responsive and familiar the game feels, making it a great first game to try.
This active, body-controlled version of Fruit Ninja is great for developing reaction speed, motor skills, and hand-eye coordination. And because it’s endlessly replayable, kids naturally practice focus and resilience as they try to beat their personal best.
In Miraculous Ladybug: Paris Dash, kids run, jump, and glide across the rooftops of Paris as Ladybug and Cat Noir. Movements are athletic and varied, and the pacing keeps them fully engaged and on their toes.
This is a great choice for kids stepping into more “grown-up” games, especially if they enjoy recognizable characters and familiar stories. Movement supports agility and quick directional changes, while the sense of mission helps kids build focus and persistence.
Your big kids are likely ready for faster action and more complex skill-building. At this age, kids thrive on mastery and shared experiences. These games highlight athleticism, strategy, co-op or competitive play, and more complex stories — giving tweens and young teens space to test their abilities, burn energy, and connect.
Baseball comes alive in your living room with Homerun Heroes: Starstrikers. Swing away in this homerun derby-style game with a trendy anime art style.
With competitive scoring and global leaderboards, this fast-paced game encourages goal-setting, hand-eye coordination, and skills practice. It also makes for a fantastic sibling rivalry challenge, with lots of cheering, friendly competition, and shared high-fives.
Soar through the skies, protect Berk, and blast enemy dragons in this game based on the live-action reimagining of How to Train Your Dragon. With every training trial, your child sharpens their spatial awareness and core stability. And each story mission encourages perseverance.
How to Train Your Dragon: Riders of the Skies wants to know: can you become the ultimate Dragon Rider? Jump into the immersive world of Berk and find out.
NHL Puck Rush is rapid-fire fun—shooting and rebounding against the clock to support your favorite NHL team. Practice slapshots, wrist shots, and snapshots as you compete against other players in this season’s matchups.
This is the perfect game for hockey lovers, boosting reaction speed, hand-eye coordination, and timing. Kids love chasing high scores and challenging siblings or parents, turning each round into a friendly competition.
Miniacs: Steering Madness is a wacky micro-racing world: chaotic, colorful, and full of unexpected twists. Because the motion mechanics are simple but sensitive, the excitement never ends.
Check out all the maps as you navigate the world from a new, tiny perspective. Then enjoy racing with friends as you create some hilarious, memory-making moments.
In Aeon Guard, defend against the galaxy’s biggest threats as you cast spells and summon shields. This is a great choice for teens, who love the deeper lore and big, theatrical movements. It’s also a great option for those who are looking for games that feel more “grown-up” without venturing into anything too intense.
Older teens + adults need fun movement too. We’re all looking for the kind of play that brings people together for laughter, friendly rivalry, or shared fitness. Movement is a powerful way to stay active, shake off stress, and reconnect.
These games deliver music, coordination challenges, and party-energy moments that keep everyone engaged—whether you’re playing, working out, or cheering from the couch.
Starri is a rhythm-based movement game filled with pop music that teens and adults know and love. Slash or catch on beat to up your score as you groove.
This game makes for fantastic cardio and stress relief. Teens enjoy the social vibe: dancing together, challenging each other, or laughing while trying harder tracks. Adults love that it’s fun and secretly a workout.
Everybody loves Zumba! With Playground, your living room can become the best kind of fitness class: full of energetic moves and upbeat music. The best part—Zumba: Fitness Party is approachable for beginners but challenging enough for the dance-workout crowd.
This workout experience is a fun way for families to move together, and a perfect confidence-builder for teens who want to get moving in a fun, low-pressure environment. No gym required—just joy and sweat.
Bowling Strike! is a game-night favorite. With the right stance, arm swing, and the satisfaction of a strike, it can feel surprisingly close to real bowling. The motion tracking makes each roll feel personal and skill-based.
It’s perfect for family game nights because everyone can play, regardless of age or skill. It encourages friendly competition and is great for building coordination and timing.
Party Fowl turns any gathering into a chaotic, laugh-out-loud experience with silly mini-games, absurd scenarios, and quick rounds. These movements are dramatic and exaggerated in the absolute best way.
It’s fantastic fun for teens and adults who want a game that’s social, goofy, and guaranteed to break the ice. Perfect for bonding, group energy, and unforgettable inside jokes.
Welcome to Brainy Inc., a quirky puzzle game where you work to solve clever challenges. With 4 difficulty levels, it’s competitive without being aggressive—perfect for family game nights. Want a bright and brainy time? Jump into this brain game to work out your mind.
From tiny dancers to teenage dragon riders, Nex Playground + Play Pass has something for every player in your house. With 50+ family-friendly games across categories like dancing, sports, and storytelling (and even more to come), you’ll never have time to get bored.
No matter what your crew is into, Nex Playground can help you:
Your living room just became the coolest all-ages playground in town. Enjoy!
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