Customers are impressed with Playground's overall performance, smooth gameplay, and usefulness, with many noting it as a great source for healthy family fun. The simple setup process is also appreciated. However, some customers have concerns regarding the subscription cost and tracking accuracy.
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Pros mentioned:
Gameplay, Usefulness
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Highly recommend
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Absolutely love this. It is a great gift for families, friends, or extended family. There are so many different options if games/activities for a variety of ages and interests. It came with everything needed and was so easy to set up. I love how it doesn't require any remotes to actually play the games. My 3.5 and 8.5 year old loved it. My 1.5 year old also enjoyed trying to copy along with his sisters.
Nex playground is a great way for your kids to stay active, have fun, and laugh together. Definitely recommend this to families with children.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance, Setup
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
More than just video games!
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Nex Playground is a fantastic way to get the whole family moving!. It's more than just video games, its and active experience. The games are fun and engaging. Set up was simple, and there's a nice variety of activities for all ages. We've been having a blast with it, and its perfect for getting some exercise while having fun together.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Setup
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Ultimate Family Fun System
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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I bought this system as a Christmas gift for my 9-year-old son, with the hope it would be something the entire family could enjoy together. To ensure it worked well, I set it up during a New Year’s party with friends, and it quickly became the highlight of the evening. The setup process was incredibly simple, even for someone with minimal technical experience. I had it ready to go in no time, which reassured me that both my son and the rest of the family would have no trouble using it.
The gameplay exceeded my expectations, with motion tracking that was highly accurate and responsive. Despite reading some reviews mentioning tracking issues, I experienced none of those problems. By following the provided guidelines—such as avoiding clothing that blends into the background, limiting the number of people on-screen, and steering clear of heavily patterned clothing—I was able to optimize the system’s performance. Everyone at the party, from kids to adults, had a blast, proving it’s not just for kids but perfect for family gatherings too.
I’m excited to present this gift on Christmas morning, knowing it will bring joy to my son and create memorable experiences for the entire family. The system’s intuitive design, ease of use, and reliable performance far surpassed my expectations, making it a truly worthwhile purchase for family fun.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
10/10 Recommend for active kiddos/families
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LOVE our Nex Playground! Perfect for the family to stay active and get energy out on rainy or cold days. It keeps our energetic ADHD kiddos busy for hours at a time with all the different games!! Highly recommend buying the Playground Pass to have access to all the games. We also appreciate the camera cover for when it’s not in use! It has been a great purchase for our home thus far and has helped make our shut in days fun now. 10/10 recommend!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Family time got better
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Amazing tool to bound with the kids and get healthy.i am not able to spend time with my niece and nephew much outside but when we got this we had a blast.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Usefulness
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Overall fun family games
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
✅ What I Really Like
• Plug‑and‑play simplicity
It’s a cube you connect via HDMI, no controllers needed—just jump in and start playing. Setup is super easy
• Impressive motion tracking
Its camera and AI detect body movements quickly—under 150 ms latency—making gameplay feel intuitive and responsive .
• Great for kids and families
It’s designed for 5+ age groups with safe, non‑violent games
⚠️ Where It Falls Short
• Limited game library
Includes only 4–5 built-in games. You must pay a yearly $89 “Play Pass” for around 30–20 additional titles. Many feel simplistic or repetitive
• Lacks depth
Great for quick party sessions, but it doesn’t satisfy die‑hard gamers. There’s no room for deep or solo play
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Everyone Needs One!
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We received our cube super quickly. Easy setup, and overall our whole entire family loves it! Our 5 year old is able to navigate the system and pick games and the settings all on her own. We definitely recommend this game system to those with young children!!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Greatest Christmas gift for grands
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I got this for my grandkids for Christmas and they are loving it. Something fun to do on child and rainy days and gets them up and moving around. Love the fact there is no need for controllers works strictly off their body movement.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great family console
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This is a great thing for families. My kids are loving it. you have to buy a 89.99/yr sub to really use it but honestly with the price of games its not bad, about 1.5 games on other consoles. That includes the full library, so no buying individual games.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Gameplay
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Top Notch Gaming Entertainment
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Lots of fun. Games are responsive and there is a good variety. Also the yearly expense is worth it because you get access to new games as they drop.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fun for Both Kids and Parents!
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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We bought one for Christmas and we love it! My 5yo got to stay active all winter instead of staring at the screen. He has many favorite games and always looks forward to the new games that seem to show up every other week. Best of all—he finishes evey meal with no fuzz since he gets so tired from playing even just for 30 minutes. Just bought another Nex Playground for a friend’s birthday.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
So much fun!
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We purchased 4 of these over Christmas. 3 were gifts and one for us. Our grandkids and the adults all loved it. Our grandkids range from 3-13 and all had a great time playing. Highly recommend this!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Highly recommend
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My daughter absolutely loves this thing! I love that we don't have to keep up with any extra controllers either! Highly recommend for your littles that love "video games" but wanna keep em active too.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent for multiple kids
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This was a Christmas gift for our 4 kids (ages 3-7). There are preschool games on it which are better for the 2 youngest. I can tell this is going to be a hit for all ages.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Big hit!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Got this for Christmas for my 7 yo and everyone loves it! All ages of family have been playing with it almost daily!
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Setup
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best gaming system ever!
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
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Nex Playground is by far our favorite gaming console we’ve ever tried! There’s no lag in game play, it’s super easy to set up and I LOVE that we don’t have to hold any controllers to play. Its so awesome that the kids stay active with it and everyone can get involved, no matter the age! Our holidays this year are going to be so much fun. Highly recommend!
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Indoor play lifesaver!
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
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This toy is amazing! great for physical activity and connecting with family. Very easy setup for a tech-challenged mom like myself.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best Video game for the family!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Shipping was way earlier than expected. Setting up the program it self was super quick and easy. My kid of 5 years old love it!! I super recommend it to everyone. It’s for all ages. We as a family have a great time playing! For christmas all the guys where having way more fun playing connect four lol
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing
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It’s a excellent video game because incentive it to move all your body instead just sitting playing. Out family love it
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing!
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Got this for our kids for Christmas but me and my husband might like it just as much! So much fun.