Uswitch reveals top tips for keeping the kids safe while playing online video games during lockdown.
As the school year has come to an abrupt end for teens around the world, many are turning to video games to connect with their friends whilst social distancing is in place.
Taking the most popular age-appropriate games from their Lockdown Video Game Study, Uswitch reveals the hidden safety features parents can utilise to keep their teens safe whilst gaming.
Here is a sample of the content:
Fortnite – 4/5 on Commonsensemedia
Taking the top spot for the fastest games to download is Fortnite, an interactive survival game where 100 players fight against each other to be the last one standing. Fast-paced and action-packed game, where you can battle against plagued zombies in their attempt to destroy Earth.
Age Rating: 12+
Genre: Third-person shooter
Safety Tip: Use the parental controls to set restrictions such as disabling voice chat, filtering mature language, and hiding your real name. These can be pin protected to avoid any changes without your knowledge.
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