Nex Playground Active Play System for Kids & Families
✓ Product data checked October 15, 2026
Nex Playground is a game console that connects to a TV or projector over HDMI and uses a built-in wide-angle camera to follow your body, so there are no controllers. The listing says it supports up to 4 players, is meant for ages 5 and up, includes five games (Fruit Ninja, Starri, Whac-a-Mole, Go Keeper and Party Fowl) and has no ads or in-app purchases. A Play Pass subscription ($49 for 3 months or $89 for 12 months, per the listing) unlocks the full game catalog. Rated 4.7 across more than 5,300 reviews on Amazon US at about $239.
Why it makes a good gift
Best for : A family with kids ages 5 and up who want to play together in the living room and get moving.
Best occasion : Christmas, or a family gift for game nights and playdates.
Why it works : It is a console that turns screen time into movement: a camera tracks the body, up to 4 people play at once, and there are no controllers to hand out. Five games come with it, including Fruit Ninja and Whac-a-Mole, which the listing presents as quick to start for a family game night or a playdate. Rated 4.7 across more than 5,300 reviews at about $239, it is a main gift for a household rather than for a single child.
Avoid if : You want the full game catalog without extra spend: the listing says full access needs a separate Play Pass subscription. It also needs a TV or projector with HDMI and room to move around.
For
Kids, Teen Boys, Teen Girls
Budget
$$$$ — Premium
Frequently asked questions
How many people can play at once?
Up to 4 players at the same time, according to the listing.
Which games are included?
Fruit Ninja, Starri, Whac-a-Mole, Go Keeper and Party Fowl, per the listing.
Is a subscription required?
The five included games work out of the box. The listing says a separate Play Pass purchase ($49 for 3 months or $89 for 12 months) is needed to access the full catalog and get new games each month.
Does it need controllers?
No. The listing says it uses a built-in camera to follow body movement.
