The Parent Approved Video Game Console That Gets Kids Off the Couch

No controllers. No couch. Just chaos, cardio, and giggles.

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What if your video game console actually got your kids moving? Nex Playground flips the script on screen time with a motion-based play system that turns your living room into an interactive game zone—no controllers, cords, or couch potato vibes required. With built-in AI-powered motion tracking, it responds to real body movement, encouraging everyone (yes, even adults) to jump in and play.

From Fruit Ninja to Peppa Pig, Whac-a-Mole to Kung Fu Panda, the game catalog is packed with family-friendly, physically engaging fun. Whether it’s a rainy day, birthday party, or family game night, Nex Playground brings kids into the game—instead of zoning out in front of it.

Why Parents (and Kids) Love It:

• Play with Your Whole Body – Built-in camera tracks motion. No remotes, no gear—just jump, dodge, swipe!
• Fun for All Ages – From 5-year-olds to teens to grown-ups—games scale with energy levels and skill
• Top-Tier Titles – Play Fruit Ninja, Go Keeper, and Whac-a-Mole. Upgrade with a Play Pass to unlock Barbie, TMNT, Elmo, and more
• Perfect for Parties & Playdates – Up to 4 players at once. A hit at birthdays, holidays, or rainy-day boredom
• Safe & Private – COPPA certified with no ads, no in-app purchases, and no stored motion data
• Easy Setup, Easy Storage – Connects to any TV with HDMI. Small, portable, and party-ready
• Constantly Expanding – Get new games monthly with a 3- or 12-month Play Pass (perfect gift add-on)

Great for: indoor recess, ADHD-friendly activities, rainy-day rescue plans, or getting the whole family off screens—by using a screen.

Customer Promising Reviews: “We bought the Nex Playground a few weeks ago, and it’s quickly become one of our favorite things in the house! My kids absolutely love it—it gets them off the couch and moving around, which is a huge win for me as a parent. Setup was super simple—just plug it into the TV, and it was ready to go. No controllers needed, which is amazing (no more losing them under the couch!). The camera tracks their movements really well, and the games are so fun and easy to play.” – Rebecca Longoria

“This is my kids favorite gaming console! I have 5 kids, ages 2-10 years old, and they all play the Playground in one way or another. I love that all the games have the kids up and moving vs sitting. Also, I love the assortment of games. Also, it’s easy to travel with. No need to a bunch of chargers or game cases!” –
Tiffany

” If you are on the fence about this product, BUY IT! We purchased this Christmas of 2024 as a gift to both our girls and it was an immediate, AND LASTING, success. There is also no limit to the age that someone would enjoy this product. We recently took it on a family vacation and had anyone ages 4 through 70 enjoying time on it.” –
GG Gamble

Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.

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