The new rules of the virtual playground

Children are using gaming platforms like Roblox and Minecraft to virtually meet and play.

Play is a fundamental part of being a kid.

It’s a random process encompassing adventure, roleplay, competition, daring, physical exertion, skills, teamwork and humour, and depending on the age, personality and location of the child, all these elements occur at varying degrees.

Considering its variables during normal life, play has been particularly fascinating to observe throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. With varying restrictions and experiences for kids across the last 16 weeks, we’ve tracked how they have coped and adapted.

Generation Alpha, those born after 2010, are a resilient bunch. They are pre-disposed to “hack” tech and use it for their...

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