Sony recently announced that its PlayStation 2 is still the best-selling console of all time, with an impressive 160 million units sold.

If you are one of those who bought the PlayStation 2 at launch, chances are, you are already a parent (no offense to those who are not parents, peace and quiet are really valuable these days *wink*).

If so, then you probably already have a PlayStation 5 console and your kids can't enough of the console's great game library. If you are in the market for looking for the best PS5 games for your little gamer this holiday season, here are the top 7 games to buy your kid this Christmas.

Cat Quest III

Cat Quest III is a 2.5D action RPG that features a cat protagonist who wishes to get hold of the North Star, a star that grants any wish to whoever possesses it. Perfect for parents and kids who love cats (I mean, who doesn't?), Cat Quest III brings you and your kid on a whimsical journey as a pirate cat sailing through the Purribean.

Cat Quest III features a local co-op and a single-player mode. It is perfect for kids who love a fantastic story combined with an ample amount of button-mashing.

Bugsnax

Sony's answer to Pokemon, Bugsnax is a wonderfully crafted creature-collecting game in the form of...well, Bugsnax. Considered to be half-bugs, half-snacks, the creatures in Bugsnax are so well designed that these creatures look like they came straight out of your kid's drawing pad.

While the game's premise is pretty straightforward, Bugsnax has different tools that encourage your kids to become creative in capturing these delicious critters. Yummy snacks + cutesy little bugs + collecting them, what more can your kid ask for? Bugsnax is basically the trifecta of toddler adventure.

Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged

This won't be a valid list for parents if we are not going to include at least a Lego game or a Hot Wheels game. We all know that any Lego games are already great, and chances are, you already have them. So may I present to you the best Hot Wheels game right now - Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged.

With over 130 different Hot Wheels cars, this game is a sure winner if your kid loves these toys and racing in general. Featuring 5 different environments and different vehicle types, Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged allows cross-play across different platforms (except for Switch), and a two-player split-screen multiplayer.

Perfect for those days when your kid wants to play with Hot Wheels but you are too tired to clean up the toy tracks.

Disney Dreamlight Valley

Disney Dreamlight Valley combines all your kids' favorite Disney characters in a fun, Animal Crossing-like gameplay. Kids can explore, cook food, and craft furniture in a valley full of Disney and Pixar characters. Disney Dreamlight Valley also lets players build up their friendship with these iconic characters.

Best for older kids, Disney Dreamlight Valley isn't too complicated but will require an initial knowledge of gaming. However, Disney Dreamlight Valley is a perfect tool for helping younger kids read dialogues and learn context clues. A sibling gaming session is one of the best ways to play this game.

Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2

Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 is a great way to introduce fighting games to your kids. As with any fighting game or competitive game, it is best to guide them through each of the characters' movesets and combos while making sure that fairness and sportsmanship are emphasized.

Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 is the best game to solve sibling arguments like which character is better, Donatello or Invader Zim. Be sure to join in the fun from time to time and prove that Uncle Iroh is the best.

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart is one of the best PS5 games for your kids to play, considering it has accessibility options such as simplified traversal and flight assist to make it palatable for kids of all ages.

Featuring Ratchet and his trusty sidekick, Clank, kids will get to practice their third-person shooting skills in this PS5-exclusive game. Characters are also well written and designed that kids feel like they are playing a Disney or a Pixar game.

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart also utilizes DualSense's haptic feedback and adaptive triggers, making it the perfect sensory game for kids who love action adventure.

Astro Bot

Of course, who can forget Sony's sci-fi Sackboy? Astro Bot is every Nintendo game combined, and that just means that it is the perfect PS5 game for your kid. Astro Bot is so good that it is running for the Game of the Year award this coming Game Awards 2024.

Featuring the Astro Bot version of many PlayStation-exclusive characters, Astro Bot is perfect for you and your kids and is a great starting game for young gamers who are just trying to figure out the controller. If you want to make your holiday better, Astro Bot is a must-have for any PS5 owners.

Gaming with your kid is possibly one of the best activities you can do while having a nice quality time together. Whether you prefer racing games or platformers on the iconic PlayStation console, always remember that you create wonderful memories with your kid no matter what games you both play.

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