Are you a gamer or happen to live with one? If so, you’re going to love this news if you’re in the New York City area.
On April 9, The Paley Center for Media is hosting a grand reopening of its family-friendly PaleyGX Gaming Studio. Located in the heart of midtown Manhattan, the interactive gaming experience offers families, casual players and die-hard gamers the chance to grab their controllers and play the hottest games on the latest gaming systems and PCs on the market today. The best part? Attendees can also partake in the virtual reality lab — all in one place. Paley GX will also feature an amazing lineup of special events, including:
- NBA 2K League – Transform into an eLeague All-Star
- Minecraft Build Challenges – Fun with Creating Virtual Worlds
- Games for Change – Learn, Play, Create!
My daughter, Ava, playing a video game at the Paley Center for Media’s PaleyGX Gaming Studio in New York City on July 6, 2019.
My children and I discovered this slice of gaming paradise a few years ago and it was truly a heavenly hidden gem. Although I haven’t been an avid video game fan since the early ‘90s, I have plenty of fond memories of playing Super Mario Bros. 3 (they have that too!) with my cousins. So, being at the studio with my kids and watching them experience gaming fun evoked a bit of nostalgia that I still cherish.
My children enjoying video games at the Paley Center for Media’s PaleyGX Gaming Studio in New York City on July 6, 2019.
Due to the pandemic, we obviously haven’t visited in a couple of years. They’re anxious to return and I’m sure this event will be the perfect reintroduction.
This event is free and open to the public. Doors open at 12pm until 6pm. Starting Sunday, April 10, the Paley GX Gaming Studio is accessible by purchasing tickets or becoming a member. For more information, please visit www.paleycenter.org/gx
Do you play video games? If so, what’s your favorite one? If not, did you play as a kid? If so, what was your favorite game growing up?
I’m glad to hear that Palex GX Gaming Studio is open. I think introducing kids to gaming is a way to boost brain connectivity and muscle control, memories, perception, and spatial navigation.
Great post!
You’re absolutely right! Playing video games in moderation definitely stimulates cognitive skills and overall boosts brain power. Thanks so much for your thoughtful comment.