My 2 and 5 year old enjoy this so much! It keeps them active, entertained, and moving around instead of just sitting and watching TV. The games are fun and interactive, and it’s great for family play time too. Setup was easy and the quality has been great so far. Definitely worth it for families with young kids.

My 3 year old and 7 year old love it, our 18 month old wants to play too. The Peppa pig and bluey games were definitely a big selling point for us, and they are fun. However I do wish you could set it to just keep playing the same bluey/Peppa game instead of it going into the next one (it's possible you can and I just haven't figured it out, but I don't think so). I also like the fitness games for myself, not a big fan of zumba type stuff, but I really like the boxing game for myself. It has different levels and time frames you can set it to. And it's not just punching, there's all kind of ducking and blocking too so your really getting a decent little work out that doesn't feel like work. And of course, it keeps the kids moving. My 7 year old has ADHD and ASD, his big thing is tech. We don't want to get him a "regular" game console until he's older (and the toddler won't break it), but this is a really great compromise. He loves the brick blocker, and fruit ninja. I've been having him play a little bit in the mornings sometimes before school to get him out of that foggy-groggy morning head. That and some music on the way to school has really improved his mornings, I've seen it myself and his teachers agree. It's also great that whenever they release new games, you automatically get them with the subscription. And the annual subscription is absolutely worth it. It's also nice if your not sure if it's right for you, you do get a couple games to try out before paying for the subscription.

Also just a tip if you have little ones your worried might take the nex and throw it around or something, we put alien tape on the bottom and stuck it on the shelf below the TV, it hasn't moved once. And our toddler is incredibly destructive.

My kids love this play system very much and use it every day. It keeps them active, engaged, and entertained for a long time. The quality is excellent, and there are so many fun activities to explore. It has been a wonderful addition to our home and is definitely worth the investment. Highly recommend for families with young children!

Quick Summary

The Nex Playground has become one of our favorite family activities because it gets everyone off screens and actually moving

Review

As a mom of two energetic boys (ages 6 and 7), I’m always looking for ways to get them off passive screen time and into something more active. The Nex Playground has honestly been one of the best additions to our home for that.

What I love most is that it gets everyone moving, including me. Instead of sitting on the couch while my kids play games, we’re all standing, jumping, moving, and playing together. It has actually helped me stay more active while keeping up with my kids, which I didn’t expect from a gaming system.

The variety of games is impressive. There truly is something for everyone in our house. Some of the categories we’ve enjoyed include:

• movement and activity games

• strategy games

• educational games

• sports-style games

• fun creative games like baking

My kids never get bored because there are so many options.

We also ended up getting the Play Pass, and in my opinion it’s completely worth it. It unlocks even more games and expands the experience a lot.

Another big plus is how family-friendly the system feels. My kids picked it up quickly, but there are still plenty of games that challenge them and keep things interesting.

For our family, this has turned into something we play almost every night. It’s rare to find a game system that keeps kids active while also being genuinely fun for adults.

Photo/Video Guide

• Kids playing a movement game

• Gameplay on the screen

• Example of the activity style games

Buyer Guidance

If you’re looking for a game system that encourages movement and family interaction rather than passive screen time, the Nex Playground is an excellent choice.

We picked up the Nex Playground for our kids who are all under 10, and it’s been a great addition to the house. It gives them a way to stay active indoors, especially on days when going outside isn’t an option.

What I like most is how quickly they got into it. The games are engaging and easy for younger kids to understand, so they can jump right in without needing constant help. It’s been nice seeing them move around, burn some energy, and actually have fun doing it instead of just sitting with a tablet or watching TV.

It also works well as a family activity. We’ve all joined in a few times, and it turns into something everyone can enjoy together. Overall, it’s been a solid purchase and a fun way to keep younger kids active indoors.

I rarely write reviews, but this thing is seriously amazing. My husband and I were worried it would end up being another cheap “Wii-style” system that our kids (5 and 7) would play once and then forget about. That is definitely not the case.

Setup was easy and there are so many games. You do have to pay for the game pass subscription (we paid about $30 for three months), but it feels totally worth it. It’s super interactive my kids are actually sweating after playing and not only did they play for hours, my husband and I got sucked into it too.

It’s very kid and family friendly, with a lot of team based games that get everyone working together instead of competing. It’s been such a fun way for us to actually spend time together and be active at the same time.

A couple small downsides: some of the games are tricky for younger kids to understand, and you can’t really step in and use the remote for them because it won’t detect you. Also, certain games require them to stay inside a specific on-screen box, which is hard for little kids to do for very long. I also wouldn’t recommend this if you only have one child, since many of the best games need more than one player (unless you’re willing to play every round).

Overall, though, 5/5 stars. Our whole family loves it. It’s fun, active, and brings back that good old family time where you laugh, move, and play together.

The Nex Playground turned out to be one of the best kids’ tech purchases we’ve made in a long time. It’s a small cube-shaped camera that connects to the TV and tracks children’s movements in the room. No controllers, no remotes — the kids themselves become the characters on the screen. It feels like having an interactive playground right in the living room.

✅ Easy Setup

Setting it up took just a couple of minutes. You plug it into the power and into your TV with HDMI, follow a few simple on-screen steps, and it’s ready to go. The device calibrates the room, connects to Wi-Fi, and immediately recognizes players.

✅ Truly Active Play

What I love most is that this is not passive screen time. My kids jump, run, reach, dance, and move constantly during the games. After 20–30 minutes they’re happy, tired “in a good way,” and definitely more active than they would be with a tablet or phone.

✅ Great Variety of Games

The game library is surprisingly diverse. There are sports games, dancing games, obstacle courses, fun coordination mini-games, and even cooperative challenges for siblings or friends. You can choose games for different ages and moods, which is perfect for families with multiple kids.

✅ Very Kid-Friendly

The interface is simple, bright, and easy for children to navigate. There are no controllers to drop, lose, or break. Kids just stand in front of the TV and move — that’s it. Even younger kids figure it out almost instantly.

✅ Fun for the Whole Family

This isn’t only for kids! Adults can join in and play too, and it turns into a super fun family activity. Great for rainy days, weekends, or playdates.

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⭐ What I Appreciate Most

• Encourages physical activity

• Helps reduce phone/tablet time

• Kids stay engaged and entertained for a long time

• Works well for single players or groups

• Turns the living room into an interactive game space

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⚠️ Things to Keep in Mind

Nothing major, but a few practical notes:

• You need a bit of space in front of the TV for the camera to see the players properly.

• Good lighting improves accuracy. Dim rooms can make the tracking less precise.

• Younger kids can sometimes run out of frame and the device may “lose” them briefly — easily fixed by marking a play zone with a rug or tape.

• A stable Wi-Fi connection helps games load faster.

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✅ Final Verdict

The Nex Playground is a fantastic alternative to passive screen time and a great way to keep kids active, engaged, and laughing. The tracking works really well, the setup is quick, and the game selection is excellent. My kids absolutely love it, and I highly recommend it to any family looking for fun, movement, and something different from traditional video games.

Rating: 5/5 — Totally worth it!

Me and my kids (9yo and 10yo) have had so much fun with our Nex Playground. This has been a great way to get them up and moving around when the weather has kept us in doors. It’s been a wonderful alternative to tablets and TV. It’s an easy process to set up, it gives step by step instructions on the screen, and it’s full of various games. There are even a few workouts that are great if you’re looking to avoid a gym membership. My daughter and I enjoy playing the dance games together. It was much smaller than I expected. It’s very compact and takes up a very small amount of space. The bottom of the console is magnetic. It also has a cover for the camera that is magnetic as well.

The only downside to this product is there’s no way to scale the room. Our living space is small. So when the kids are playing, if I’m in the frame, it will cause the system to glitch as it’s picking up multiple faces. This is definitely designed for bigger spaces but we are able to make good use of it, even in our tiny space.

Great for all ages and a nice variety. Gets very competitive in our family and it is so great that no remotes are required to play.

Es pequeño, me gustó mucho, lo probé al siguiente día de su llegada. Trae pocos juegos pero es divertido. Después tiene uno que comprar membresía para comprar más juegos, eso como que no me gustó mucho. Espero que me dure con óptimo funcionamiento.

Super easy to use and suitable for all ages. Really good workout for adults and kids.

Good product

Our kids love it. And it works great. Very portable.