Parents and VideoGames ... the stats!

90% of parents are present when their child acquires a video game.

9 out of 10 parents require their child to ask permission before buying a video game.

94% of parents pay attention to the video games played by their child.

71% of parents say video games have a positive influence on their child’s life.

67% of parents play video games with their child at least once weekly.

Why Parents Play Video Games with their children

1. It’s fun for all of us.
2. It’s a good opportunity to socialize with my child.
3. My child asks me to.
4. It helps me monitor what they are playing.
5. I enjoy playing video games as much as my child.

Source: Essential Facts 2017