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Not only boys but also girls have fallen in love with the game Minecraft
Boys, and children in general, need a guiding hand not only in life but also in choosing the right computer game. Fortunately, there is a category of computer and console video games that are targeted at young boys and their interests and do not contain any violence, blood, and other undesirable things. The games for boys on our list will entertain your children but also develop their creative thinking and other important aspects of their personality. In managing their own zoo, they have to handle resources wisely; in another game, they have to use their brains and solve a puzzle.
There is something magical about zoos, but the real beauty lies in the possibility of building your own zoo according to your vision. Step into the role of a manager of one of these zoos and choose which animals you will keep. Do you fancy penguins and giraffes or do you prefer predators like tigers and lions? But running a zoo doesn’t end there. Keeping animals costs money, and you have to get this money from your visitors, so you also have to take care of them.
LEGO Harry Potter and LEGO Star Wars
The Danish building set LEGO is now an iconic toy, and there is no child who wouldn’t want it. These plastic bricks have also made it into the digital world in several different cases, and most of the time, they were quite successful video game pieces, especially for boys. The most interesting are the Harry Potter and Star Wars series, which take you through the entire favorite stories with the playfulness that is characteristic of LEGO. Mini-figures, fun gameplay, and great playability make LEGO games ideal computer games for boys.
Minecraft
Today, there are only a few parents who have never heard of the game Minecraft. Strange pixelated graphics and endless stone mining? Is it even fun? We have an answer for you: yes, it is! Minecraft offers its players (with both solo and multiplayer options) an endless world that offers many things to explore, craft, and mine. There are no limits to creativity. But don’t forget, monsters come out at night, so you need to quickly build your shelter and get some food!
Planet Coaster
Running an amusement park with a big roller coaster, a haunted house, and water attractions has never been so fun! Planet Coaster puts you in the director’s chair of a theme park, and it’s up to you which attractions see the light of day. Of course, running such a place also requires answering other questions: how to attract customers? How to become number one in the entertainment industry? There are many ways, the choice is yours!
Sackboy A Big Adventure
The colorful and crazy landscape of Craftworld brings an adventure packed with lots of fun, puzzles, and interesting battles. Can you, as the knitted Sackboy, defeat the main villain of the story and save your world? The game also offers a cooperative mode for multiple players, making it an ideal title for a boy to share with friends or parents. Besides, the game also looks good!
Frequently Asked Questions
What are games for boys?
Our list of games for boys brings a selection of interesting video game titles that are thematically suitable for boys of all ages.
How do I know if a game is suitable for young boys?
First, find out what age restriction the game specifies. This can be read from the game’s cover or its description, where it MUST always state whether the game contains violence, drugs, sex, etc. (known as PEGI Rating). The recommended age of the player is also indicated (3, 7, 12, 16, and 18). If the game is suitable for a boy, also find out if it will interest him with its theme so he doesn’t get bored with it.
Where can I play the games for boys from the list?
All games for PC (Windows) are available on the digital distribution platform Steam. For console gaming (Playstation, Xbox), you need to purchase a physical version of the game.
