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Portable game players, e-book readers and laptops of all sizes are permitted onboard. (You won't be able to bring a full-size video game system and hook it up to your cabin's TV.) If you bring a lot of electronics, you'll need to be strategic about charging since many cruise cabins only have one or two outlets.
To be respectful of other passengers, make sure kids use them with headphones in public areas. In addition, many cruise ships will have Wii or other game systems set up in the kids clubs and occasionally in public areas for tournaments.
Yes, cruise ships will have bars, casinos and night clubs that are not geared toward children, especially at night. (Sometimes, cruise ship staff will use a bar area for an activity like trivia during the day.) Some ships have adults-only pool or sun deck areas, where children are not permitted; look for signs. R-rated comedy shows and adult game shows are common, but these take place late at night and typically are marked 18+.
It's pretty easy to keep kids away from any age-inappropriate activities, especially since many take place after bedtime. However, they will see plenty of people drinking alcohol by the pool, in a centrally located bar or at dinner, should that be a concern.
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