GameStop gets to the 'Playground'

GRAPEVINE, Texas In an effort to provide more power to gamers and their parents, GameStop has launched the GameStop Playground, a virtual online playground of activities, videos and mini-games for families to enjoy.

In conjunction with its ongoing "Respect the Ratings" efforts, the site also provides tools to help parents select appropriate games for their children, including shopping guides, gaming tips, Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) ratings and a list of recommended games for kids.

To coincide with the launch of the site, GameStop Playground is currently hosting a "Build Your Own Activity Contest," which invites contestants to come up with a unique activity for the next issue of the GameStop activity book.