Parents in Singapore now have a new tool to help their children navigate the perils of online gaming. Microsoft yesterday launched the Xbox Gaming Safety Toolkit for Singapore, a collection of tips and tricks to help families game safely. Created with help from government agencies and organisations, including the Media Literacy Council, Cyberlite Books and SG Her Empowerment (SHE), this toolkit comes with local links and age-specific case studies.
But the toolkit is still just a guide, the heavy-lifting is done by the Xbox Family Settings app (for iOS and Android). This app lets parents limit screen time, restrict content according to age limits, and manage in-game purchases. Users can also review and monitor online interactions, such as friend requests and chats. For those who engage in harassment and bullying, and violate Xbox’s Community Standards, Microsoft recently introduced an enforcement strike system for Xbox t…
