Paano mo malalaman kung yung anak mo is old enough to be trusted with a games console? I remember I was five years old when my dad bought me and my little brother a playstation. And I actually believe that video games, when used correctly, can benefit children's development.

Well I must've grown up in a similar situation because when I was about 6, my dad bought me an N64. I'm not sure how much it actually helps with development, but in moderation (and with parental guidance) video games can be a fun outlet for kids. I think 5 years or so is an appropriate age to invest in a game console. Especially nowadays where you can easily download digital versions of the games, you won't ever have to worry about software and games being damaged and losing value.