Console games and mobile games

Console games come in two forms: those that are handheld (Gameboy, PS2, and so on), and those that sit in your home and plug into a TV or other display (Xbox, Wii, Playstation, and so on). In the last few years, connectivity with the Internet has allowed games and game demos to be downloaded directly from the Internet. If a handheld device is Bluetooth enabled (can interact with other devices around it) it will make contact with other devices in the vicinity. This may put you or your child in contact with strangers, so you may need to take precautions.

Mobile games that come preinstalled on mobile phones or are downloaded for a fee are mostly single player so the risk of encountering a stranger is low, but be sure you are downloading from a reputable site, as mobile viruses are an increasing threat.