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Fooling my Friend with SIMON SAYS in Minecraft...

Doni Bobes

0:55 · 1.7M views · July 6, 2023

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Some ConcernsReviewed June 2026

1Moderate Concern

4Minor Flags

This episode is safe for most kids except for a moment of trickery and mild tension as the prank unfolds. On the positive side, the video showcases creative problem-solving and lighthearted gameplay with a clear focus on the classic 'Simon Says' game within Minecraft. The only concern is a brief moment of deception and a small element of surprise, which might be too intense for very young viewers who are sensitive to trickery.

Content Breakdown · 5 Categories

Realistic Violence, Threats & WeaponsA little

The only violence is the planned 'booby trap' in Minecraft, which is a fantasy video-game prank (a hidden pressure plate). There are no real-world threats, weapons demonstrations, or realistic physical harm depicted. The trap is cartoonish and consequence-free.

See evidence (2)

“his house that's rigged with a booby trap”

“sketchy pressure plate bro”

Toxic Behavior ModelingA little

The video centers on tricking a friend into triggering a 'booby trap' in Minecraft. While it's digital and playful, the core premise involves deception-for-views — 'my job is to get him to go inside the house that's rigged.' This sits at a very low level of toxicity because it's fantasy in-game pranking, not real-world harm.

See evidence (2)

“my job is to get him to go inside the house that's rigged with a booby trap”

“it's not a trap you promise I promise”

Engagement Baiting & Manipulative CTAsA little

The description contains 'IF YOU'RE READING THIS... 👉 LIKE AND SUB PLS' — a very mild engagement CTA. It does not use guilt-tripping, superstition, or exclusion language, so it scores low.

See evidence (1)

“IF YOU'RE READING THIS... 👉 LIKE AND SUB PLS”

Low-Quality, Extreme & Stunt ContentA little

The video has low production quality elements — it's a simple 'trick your friend' Minecraft roleplay with a booby-trap gimmick. It mildly fits the stunt category because of the 'rigged house' premise, but it lacks extreme eating, destruction, or endurance hooks. The score is low due to the routine nature of Minecraft prank content.

See evidence (1)

“my job is to get him to go inside the house that's rigged with a booby trap”

Playful & Fantasy ViolenceSome

The entire video is a Minecraft in-game prank involving a booby trap. This is classic playful/fantasy violence: digital, consequence-free, and clearly framed as a game. It scores moderately because the 'trap' is central to the plot, but it remains firmly in fantasy territory with no real-world equivalents.

See evidence (3)

“his house that's rigged with a booby trap”

“sketchy pressure plate bro”

“it's not a trap you promise I promise”

What Parents Need to Know

This video centers on a friendly prank where the player tries to trick their friend into entering a booby-trapped house during a game of Simon Says. Kids will see creative problem-solving and the consequences of following commands without thinking. However, parents should be aware that the core concept involves deception, which could be confusing for younger children who may not understand the playful intent. There is a brief moment of tension when the friend becomes suspicious, but no real violence or cruelty. The language is clean, and there are no advertisements or materialistic messages. Overall, it's a lighthearted, low-stakes example of a common Minecraft prank.

Talk to Your Kids About

1Why is it important to think before you follow instructions, even in a game like Simon Says?
2How did the player try to make their friend trust them, and why did the friend eventually get suspicious?
3If you were the friend in the video, how would you feel after being tricked? What would you do?
4This prank was all in good fun, but when does a prank go too far? How can you tell the difference?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this video appropriate for?

We recommend age 6 and up. The video is non-violent and uses clean language, but the central prank and mild deception might confuse children under 6 who are still learning about playful trickery and trust.

Is there any violence in this video?

No real violence is shown. There is a brief moment where a player steps on a pressure plate that triggers something, but no characters are hurt. The Minecraft world uses fantasy elements, and any danger is purely playful and imaginary.

Is the prank in this video mean-spirited?

No, the prank is presented as a lighthearted, friendly joke between two players in a game. The tone remains playful, and there is no bullying, cruelty, or lasting harm. It's the kind of trick friends might play on each other in a game.

Does this video contain any ads or sponsored content?

No. The classification scores show no hidden advertising or sponsored content within the video itself. Parents should still be cautious about any external ads or suggested videos on the platform.

What can my child learn from watching this?

Kids can observe creativity in gameplay, the concept of following instructions in a game, and the consequences of blindly trusting others. It also shows a simple prank that doesn't cross into cruelty, which can spark discussions about trust and playing fairly with friends.

Will this video encourage my child to play pranks on others?

It might inspire them to try similar lighthearted pranks within a game, but the video doesn't encourage any harmful or dangerous behavior. It's a good opportunity for parents to discuss the difference between a fun prank and one that could hurt someone's feelings or safety.