Nex Playground - The Active Play System for…
$299 is a fair entry for a novel motion-gaming system with solid build and safety; the real cost emerges if you commit to the Play Pass ($89/year).
What it is
Nex Playground is a motion-tracking game console that replaces controllers with your body—up to 4 players jump, swing, and move naturally in front of your TV. It's built for families who want active indoor play without the screen-stare guilt.
Why it keeps winding up in carts
5,000 parents have rated it 4.7 stars, a strong signal that the motion tracking actually works and kids stay engaged across different ages and skill levels.
No controllers. Just you, your living room, and Fruit Ninja.
The room reads it as delighted — mostly on active, screen-free play
Ranked longest bar first, positives before the reservation. Based on 5,000 Amazon ratings.
A genuinely novel way to make family gaming physical—if you buy the Play Pass.
For $299, you're buying a motion-sensing console with 5 games included and a built-in camera that reads your body like magic.
Nex Playground occupies a small but growing space: fitness-meets-gaming for households that want active fun without a bulky gym setup or subscription treadmill.
What we looked at
- 01Motion Tracking & Setup Built-in wide-angle camera, HDMI connection, up to 4 simultaneous players
The camera-based tracking means zero hardware clutter—no armbands, no remotes, no calibration. Drop it on your TV stand or toss it in a backpack. The barrier to play is genuinely low, which matters for families with younger kids or casual players who hate fussing with gear.
- 02Game Library 5 games included (Fruit Ninja, Starri, Whac-a-Mole, Go Keeper, Party Fowl); additional catalog via 3-Month ($49) or 12-Month ($89) Play Pass
The base 5 will keep most families entertained for a while, but the pass-locked library (Barbie, TMNT, How to Train Your Dragon, Peppa Pig, etc.) is where the staying power lives. Budget $89/year if you want the full rotation and monthly drops—that's real money on top of the $299 entry fee.
- 03Safety & Content No ads, no in-app purchases, no mature content, kidSAFE+ COPPA certified, motion data never stored in cloud
Parents get what they're promised: clean, age-appropriate games with no dark monetization patterns. The privacy pledge around motion tracking is explicit and matters if you're wary of camera-based devices collecting behavioral data.
Specification & fit
- Who it is forFamilies with kids 5+ who have a TV, living room space, and want active group play; best for households that value novelty and motion-based engagement over traditional controller gaming.
- 5 GAMES INCLUDED. UNLOCK MORE WITH PLAY PASS. Playground comes with Fruit Ninja, Starri, Whac-a-Mole, Go Keeper, and Party Fowl. A separate purchase of a 3-Month ($49) or 12-Month Play Pass ($89) is required to access the full catalog of…
- GET MOVING WITH ACTIVE FAMILY FUN. Nex Playground is a new kind of video game console that gets your family moving. It easily connects to your TV, transforming your living room into an active play space. Within minutes, your family will…
- JUST USE YOUR BODY TO PLAY. Play naturally just by moving your body. Playground uses the magic of AI to follow your movements using the built-in wide-angle camera. No controllers or clunky trackers! Up to 4 players can play at the same…
- GAMES YOU'LL LOVE MOVING TO. Playground is packed with interactive motion games, turning your living room into an arcade, theme park, gym, and more. There is something for everyone. It is perfect for indoor family game night, after school…
- On the labelSold on Amazon by Nex. Price and availability are set by Amazon and change without notice.
