ZDNET recommends Nex Playground gaming device at lowest price of the year

11 articles · Updated · ZDNet · Apr 27

The Nex Playground is now available for $239 on Amazon, 20% off its usual $299 price, until May 4, 2026.
This motion-based gaming device, suitable for both kids and adults, connects via HDMI and includes five games, with dozens more accessible through a Play Pass subscription.
ZDNET rates the deal 3.5 out of 5, noting the required subscription for full access, and highlights its active, family-friendly gameplay and privacy features, with the deal subject to sell out or expire early.

With a mandatory subscription for most games, is the Nex Playground truly an affordable family entertainment option?

As new motion-gaming rivals emerge in 2026, can Nex Playground’s 'modest hardware' keep up with competitors?

How does this console's total cost and game library stack up against a Nintendo Switch over three years?

If you cancel the subscription, what happens to the dozens of games your family has grown to love?

Is 'active screen time' a genuine health solution or just a way to feel better about kids staying indoors?

With a camera always watching your living room, what are the true privacy trade-offs for controller-free fun?