Xbox teams with Dr. Becky on short video guides for kids’ gaming

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Xbox has partnered with clinical psychologist and parenting expert Dr. Becky Kennedy on a new series of short videos aimed at helping families navigate children’s gaming. The collaboration follows Xbox’s Culture of Play Report, which found that more than 70% of players want to share their love of gaming with the next generation. The videos focus on connection through curiosity, understanding what draws kids to certain games, and setting clear boundaries. Each piece is designed to prompt practical conversations at home – without jargon or extra friction – and to reinforce predictable, supportive play routines.

What the videos cover

The series concentrates on simple actions parents can take to connect with their child’s play. Dr. Kennedy encourages curiosity-based questions and even sitting alongside children during play to understand what they enjoy. According to her guidance, noticing what attracts a child to specific games can reveal what they are working on internally – creativity, independence, problem-solving, or a need for safety and predictability.

• Enter with curiosity – start by asking what your child enjoys, how a game makes them feel, or what they are trying to achieve.
• Look for signals – favorite games may highlight skills and needs, from teamwork to structure.
• Boundaries and consistency – set limits before play begins and keep them steady so expectations remain clear and play stays enjoyable.

Watch the shorts

Three videos are available now, each focused on a specific angle of family gaming. Below is a concise guide to the lineup and its themes.

Video lineup and themes

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Games cited as examples

The guidance references examples like Minecraft and teamwork-focused shows or games that many kids gravitate toward. The blog also names Minecraft, Bluey: The Videogame, Paw Patrol World, Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled, and Astroneer as family-friendly options available across Xbox devices – offered as context for the kinds of experiences families often play together.

Context from Xbox’s Culture of Play Report

The series builds on a key finding from Xbox’s recent report: more than 70% of players want to share their love of gaming with the next generation. Xbox frames the videos as practical tools to turn that intent into everyday connection. For the full report, see: https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2025/11/19/xbox-culture-of-play-report-gaming-survey/

Final takeaway – Small steps, steadier play

For players and parents, the message is simple: curiosity and consistency go a long way. Asking better questions and setting clear boundaries can reduce friction and make gaming a reliable, positive part of family life. If you are looking to bridge the gap between your world and your child’s – this series offers a straightforward starting point.