So you don’t like his son because he’s not yours and don’t want him around his brother’s because he’s not technically your son wow good job. You could of just said that then writing a novel
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Better for them to be exposed to it and explained it to at home then elsewhere and they will be exposed to it somewhere.
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Find another place to have the kids go to therapy, look for a therapist that is qualified for play therapy, they talk to the kids while playing board games, coloring or any activity that they feel comfortable with and it gets them talking. They can find out how it makes the kids feel, and do they realize its all fake, and to do something like that will make them end up in prison or dead…As for the older son, let him make the decision to come over or not. But set some boundaries, and make up some rules as to what YOUR kids and watch or play for now on, If it is not E for everyone, they dont need to be playing it, and if the movies are not g rated then they dont need to be watching it, if he cannot abide by your rules for YOUR kids, then he doesnt need to come over. Your husband can go get him and they can go hang out somewhere else for their time together and then he can take him back to his moms. BUT STAND YOUR GROUND WHEN IT COMES TO YOUR KIDS…
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Why therapy though ? Gosh my kids play scary games With their dad and they are under 11 
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My 3 girls have watched horror movies since birth. My oldest is 19 and not a serial killer so far. My youngest girls are 4 and 5 and play every scary game on roblox. They know it’s just movies and games and not real. Maybe talk to your boys and explain that.
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The older boy needs to lose all his video game and TV privileges. Remove TV from his room. You are the adults in charge
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Why do they have to go to therapy?
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He sounds like an awesome big brother. If that’s your biggest problem with your stepson you owe him and your husband an enormous apology for being an uptight harpy. You’ve made it clear you don’t want your precious angels exposed to it so now do your best to repair your relationship with the 17 year old and move on. Geez.
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As long as the boys are getting their needed sleep so they can function at school…
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That all sounds a little extrememe to be taking them to counselling, grounding them, having the school do an assembly, etc.
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There was no reason to throw in why the husbands first marriage ended, that is literally none of our business.
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Normally I don’t judge parents for how they do things with their children, actually I won’t, but what I am judging you by is the way you refer to their brother as a half sibling and brought his mothers infidelity into this… what in the world do either of those things have to do with ANYTHING?! Boys will talk about this stuff regardless if you want them to or not but it is your right as a parent to choose what you wanna let them play and watch so I can understand being upset if you’ve made it known you don’t want them to. But I’m guessing by the way you’re talking about the “half” brother that you probably said something to him that he doesn’t want to come back or treated him like the problem, not based off facts here just assuming by all your wording here. He’s still a teenager even if he’s almost an adult and that’s what they do, they play games they break rules but I think you should be at least a little happy he’s so old and still making time to play and hang out with his younger brothers. So someone did something right with him! My son is 7 and has been watching scary movies and shows and playing any games he wants (we avoid sexual content) for as long as I can remember, and he is the sweetest boy. He talks about killing people and shooting them and gross things he may or may not have seen on these games and shows but he knows it’s not real! I think the only reason to need counseling over any of this is to find out why they couldn’t come to you and made it a secret, and to make sure they know it’s not real, which really doesn’t need therapy but I’m all for therapy for any reason. But I think if this is bothering you as much as it is maybe you’d benefit from seeing someone too. Parent how you please but I think all of the boys especially the “half” brother (I hate the word half) deserves an apology if you reacted badly to any of this, you should be able to talk it out with them and explain your concerns not play none games. Just my opinion I’m not sure I’ll be agreed with but I grew up in a strict household with one parent and a laid back one with another and I know how hard it can be when you can’t be yourself. And I also know how hard it is when a step parent doesn’t treat all the kids the same all siblings are real siblings I don’t see any halves about it.
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Sounds like someone needs a safe space and some avocado toast. Lol to me it looks like you just wanna complain of the 17 year old because he’s from a previous marriage. What relevance did mentioning his mother was the reason for the divorce and was at fault for infidelity have to deal with the boy. You could have just said she’s the one providing the games and movies. And at least he’s spending time with his siblings he could be a complete asshat and be smacking them around.
Hes their big brother… chill out you idoit
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I hate the term half siblings. They are their sibling. I have 8 brothers and 2 sisters. I would never call them my half sibling. As far as your question goes if you choose to put him in counselling you should go with him. It sounds like you have a lot of anger towards him. It sounds like the 2 of you need to work it out. I honestly won’t get better unless you do.
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Guess IAM a bad mom and my son needs therapy he has been up past midnight playing the Xbox with his 16yr old brother the lady 3nites he is 7 we have talked to him he knows it’s not real and knows u don’t act it out no problems 
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I just wonder how your children survive watching almost any Disney movie? Almost every one of then contains death, some have murder, some gore… get over it or lock your kids in their room wrapped in bubble wrap…
And as far as your Husbands ex, what does her infidelity have to do with this situation? Sounds like YOU have an issue with the fact that you weren’t his first and that young man is a reminder of that… keep going and you’ll end up his ex also…
Ok both my kids have been playing, watching and reading scary things since gosh I don’t even know what age. They are 11 and 13 now and straight A kids in advanced programs at school. I guess it depends on your kids mentality and how yall want to parent them. I personally see nothing wrong with it.
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I’m so confused as to why this is such an issue for you and why the heck you think they need counseling because of it. My kids were raised with me watching true crime ect all the time. They turned out just fine and actually it teaches them that the world isn’t all rainbows and butterflies. My girls now know what to look for, how to protect themselves and how to help in any situation because of those shows and the bloody, gory, murderous crazy things they saw. Welcome to life my dear, sounds to me like your the one that could use the reality check and counseling.
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So they’ve played/watched ect. this stuff like 6 times total? You’re kids are fine. You’re going to destroy them by forcing therapy and destroying their relationship with their brother. Also…the 17 year old is absolutley not “waking them up” like some evil villain. Feel like your trying to make him seemed warped. Look within yourself,honestly. I think you need therapy and the 17 year old deserves a better step mom.
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My son is 9 and is obsessed with horror movies/games… I was too at his age and still am… so I see no problem with it. You just have to make sure they know it’s fake and not cool in real life. With that being said… the sneakiness needs to be addressed. Shouldn’t be doing anything behind your back.
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My 7 year olds favorite game is left for dead and left for dead 2 she knows they are fake her and her older brother play pretend zombie survival they are kids it’s everywhere now
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Kipper Gore is that you?
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So typical!! Hes doing what older siblings do…as for playing “murder” they also learn that at school!! My son did!! Its a matter of teaching them the difference of pretend and real and how we dont do that with real weapons…etc…take off the bubble wrap or the kids will be in shock when they get a glimpse of the real world! As for waking them up…I would address bro about that its not fair to them to not get that sleep its important! But lighten up kids play big brothers or older siblings are always instigators but sounds like he meant no harm…
I must say, I’m shocked and appalled at a lot of these comments as if this were totally normal, and I guess for some people these days, it is.
These games have ESRB ratings for a reason, mamas. It sounds like a lot of you may not know the horrific games that are out there and what content they include. The ratings are there to help you know what is suitable for your child and their age rage. I would be just as upset as this woman. Maybe not go as far as counseling but definitely having a talk with all the boys, the 17 year old included, explaining why these games are not okay for younger kids and what is allowed and what is not and be very clear on what punishment they’ll receive if this continues. She has every right to be upset. Can’t believe so many mothers on here attacking her for explaining her family dynamics so that you understand where the oldest brother comes in and people are seriously calling her bitter, jealous, etc. Ridiculous! My oldest kids are almost 19 and 14 and I’ve seen a lot of these rated M for mature and 18+ video games and they’re not okay for 7 and 8 year old boys. A lot of the gaming content these days is demonic in nature and I don’t allow them in my house. My teenage son is only allowed to play GTA because there’s a feature where you can turn off a lot of the bad stuff and he plays COD and FIFA or NBA games, etc but I truly do believe that type of thing is harmful to young minds at that age that are still in developmental stages. The ratings are there for a reason. Some people are just guilty of lazy parenting I guess, because I don’t see how any parent can be okay with that. We have to monitor our children and what they watch/play. I’m not a strict mom at all. I’ve always allowed my kids to express themselves however they want. They were allowed to go out with friends, stay out later than most parents would allow, etc. My daughter wanted to dye her hair purple when she was about 10 so I did it and it was so cute! She’s now almost 19 and has 4 tattoos and 3 piercings that I had to sign for in order for her to get them. Like i said, not strict at all and I’ve always told my kids they can talk openly to me about anything and they do. I put my daughter on birth control at 14 because she came to me and said she wanted to go on it and we had already talked about it and I told her when she was younger that she could come to me when she felt she was ready, so, no teen pregnancies here!
She has her own apartment and works full time while going to college and she smokes a little weed now and then and she knows I don’t mind, so yes, I’ve always been very progressive when it comes to raising my kids. They’ve known since a young age if they are gay or bi or whatever, they can always talk to me and I’ll love and accept them just the same. But I do draw the line when it comes to acceptable content depending on their age group and I feel that’s important. If it weren’t, they wouldn’t put ratings on these games where the person has to show an ID confirming they’re 18+ just to buy them. Anyhow, to the OP, stick to your guns, mama. Just because some people say it’s normal doesn’t mean it should be and you’re right by feeling the way you do. Wish you the best of luck!
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First of all, he’s their brother, not half…Way to create a divide with that. Second, why would you throw in there why your husband’s marriage ended. Not relevant. Third, get a life. I have 3 sons, and they’ve all played video games that were violent. Guess what, none of them have had any problems. You can say, “hey, I’d rather the little boys don’t play those games.” But you sound like a nasty b of a stepmother.
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I don’t see anything wrong with that. My both sons 7 and 8 watches scary stuff and play games but as long as they are not seeing anything adults should. I’m cool with that!!!
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Seriously? Relax. Adding the extra info about the ex wife is no one’s business, including yours.
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This made me LOL, therapy for videos games/movies. My youngest play with their older brother and we all watch horror movies. Shit I must be a horrible mother 
. They know it’s fake
Call the police!! Child abuse!
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Is this a real post? Or one of those posts trying to get people’s reactions because of how extremely crazy this and YOU all sound??
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Boys will be boys… He did what an awesome big brother would do…I loved scary movies as a kid even now… i remember being in preschool watching scary movies while my mom and dad played D&D with their friends… Some kids can handle it some cant…but A BOY its like nature to them for that type of stuff…hell they can look at a stick an it becomes a gun or a sword. Its what boys do…my son loves that type of stuff he always has…not so much my girls…he wants to join the Marine Corps or be a homicide detective…nothing wrong with that at all
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You sound like an A*SHOLE that just killed and a bond that boy had with his brothers
Ok so not cool to be sneaky, but he sounds like a pretty cool older brother. Why step and half though? That doesn’t sound very inclusive. My kids are all step and half due to having a blended family, but we just go with brother and sister. This honestly sounds like typical kids. Why do they need counseling? You realize that’s probably going to be more traumatic than playing the games right? Try to mend your relationship with your 17 year old, so he doesn’t become estranged from his younger siblings
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I confess, too… I was a bad mom bc I played video games with my kids, and defended my son to his teacher over it. I told his 2nd grade teacher it would help his ADD bc of hand/eye coordination and his focusing on goals. I feel so bad. What’s worse, I gave my grandson a Roblox gift card recently. He’s 7. I think I need counseling.
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that’s wild!there boys?? that’s what boys do! glad my mom wasn’t like that!
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My 6yo likes to play horror games. I grew up playing horror games. Evil Within isn’t even that scary to be honest. Idk I think you guys are taking this way to far but that just IMHO.
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So you’re saying… They’re acting like boys? 
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My husbands mom was like this growing up and stuff was “evil” he was very sheltered as well. It caused him to rebel and act out anytime he could when she wasn’t around because he was too controlled. But the more he acted out the more he was punished and sheltered for it. When he got older and could pick between his mom or dads home he chose his dads house that offered more freedom. And then once he got that freedom he overdid it because he had been so controlled before…and now doesn’t have a close relationship with his mom…sooo. Moral of the story is…you’re more than likely doing more damage this way and when they get older will resent it. How you treat/raise your kids effects their entire adult lives and personal/romantic relationships. So Maybe try letting kids be… idk? Kids 
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Why are your kids needing counselling? Very odd … they are 6 and 7. When are you going to let them grow up a little? Your 18yr old is in the wrong for waking them to watch it but you can’t wrap them in cotton wool
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Lmao wait listed for counseling? For playing some horror video games? That’s ridiculous. Maybe they wouldn’t be doing all this behind your back if you weren’t so stern, and I’d venture to say your dramatic attitude is the reason the 17yo doesn’t want to come over. I actively sit and play horror games with my 9yo stepdaughter, I grew up watching horror movies… I honestly don’t see the big deal. As far as I can tell the only issue is them talking about “killing” in school, which can be addressed easily
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I must be a horrible mom because my 4 year old plays mortal Kombat and watches scary movies. This is just too much, the older brother sounds like he’s been a great big brother and including his younger siblings in game playing and that could be their bonding time
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I’m getting evil step mommy vibes. 
Worse part about it is how that older step son feels everytime he goes and visits his dad. Smh.
He clearly is being the cooler older brother and building a bond with them. Memories they will talk about when they are all grown.
Come on this world is mean and ugly and it’s time the land the helicopter mama.
He clearly is just wanting to be doing something with them I don’t think he intentionally trying to turn them into serial killers.My oldest son did this with his sister.Maybe he feels unwanted there and feels like you don’t want him around his brothers so he wakes them up to spend time with them ya it’s not something you like so how about being more respectful to him and involving him with his brothers more and picking a movie night or a game night for them with a game that your ok with.He maybe 18 but he’s still a kid who’s life has been twisted and more than likely still hurting and trying to deal with all of it.From the sounds of things it seems like you don’t like him and you don’t like him around your kids as to why he’s doing it the way he his.Talk with him as to why you don’t want his brothers watching the stuff they are but tell him you understand that he’s older and just wants to have fun with them but don’t make it a huge deal because it’s not like he’s telling them to kill any one…He is part of your family so if your kids see you try to keep them from him or see you treat him bad they are gonna end up being angry with you and he has every right to be with them 18 or not this world is a hard place to live like people say it takes a village so let him be there a be a good big brother.
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I just want to say that if you force your kids to hide things and keep secrets from you, they will. The 17-year-old is doing what big brothers do. He sounds like a pretty cool older brother actually. And the ex-wife infidelity really has nothing to do with your situation now. You seem to believe she is evil incarnate for providing the computer and games, but I bet he doesn’t hide anything from her. There are many situations where kids need counseling this is not one of them in my opinion
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Ummm my child is 3 and her favorite show is the walking dead… everyone parents different though.
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My kids do too. I let them.
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I bet you are so much fun at parties… Lighten up, Karen.
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Lol you’d call me a horrible mother then. My 7yr old LOVES horror stuff. Favorite being Pennywise. We bond over that…as my oldest was scared of her own shadow til about 9/10. Soooo chill out. Gotta know how violent the world is
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I must be a horrible mom because my son loves and I mean loves playing with nerf/guns! He loves the military/police! You’ll see my son’s playing/acting like they are in a battle field in our front yard!
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Wow the fact that all of yall are bashing her for this is actually really sad. She is reaching out to get some advice parent to parent and yall are making her feel like she is wrong for feeling that way she is feeling, yall have obviously never had to deal with these kind of issues or an ex. She has every right to decide what she wants to allow her kids to watch, in no way is ot normal for a parent to allow their children to watch that kind of thing, so stop making it seem like it a NORMAL thing, it’s not. A child should not go around saying it’s cool to kill people on a game called evil within" yall seriously are the ones with the issues not her. She can choose to raise them how she wants if she feels is right it’s not up to yall , once they r of age they can choose what path to take but at least she will know she tried her best.
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I wouldn’t mind the setting boundaries thing it’s need somethings are not intended for children. But my issue is I feel you have some underlying issue with the step son and definitely with his mother it’s almost like you want this divide in the relationship with the son in hopes he’ll just stop coming around the fact that you mentioned the reasoning for the marriage ending and the attempted vilification of the step son with the "he has been waking them up at night to let them watch horror movies , play horror games and other inappropriate, gory , and graphic things " is slightly disturbing I would suggest having a family meeting discussing boundaries with the 17 yr old and younger kids as far as what they can and can’t see or play . And also getting counseling for yourself. And you 6 and 7 year old don’t need counseling that’s a little much
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Anna Greenberg look at all of the jealous ex baby mommas mad af that this step mom is calling it how she sees it. 
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I use to wake my son up and play video games too. We had a lot of fun and the bonding was nice. Thats all he was trying to do. I bet if they knew you would approve of this, it wouldn’t even been hidden.
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Sounds like they were actually bonding like brothers, and you’re causing a big, uncomfortable divide amongst your entire family
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I got 3 adult boys and a little girl. I don’t make my boys change anything due to their sissy. They still watch scary movie and they still play the video games they have always played. 
but hey I’m not going for mother of the year anyways.
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I don’t blame the 17 year old for not wanting to visit. I’m sure he didn’t intend to create drama. They were doing normal boys stuff and boding. Your over reaction made the young boys that much more into it.
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What does the ex wife’s infidelity have to do with anything that is going on? I think counseling is a bit extreme considering they were just playing games and watching movies, which you’re uncomfortable with. I know a lot of well adjusted kids and adults who have grown up playing/watching horror films. But I’d you’re uncomfortable with it. Set boundaries but don’t go overboard, it’s going to cause a rift between you and the step son, not including his siblings and father. Don’t be that evil step mom
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games arent the cause of violence, they enjoy destroying things and its ok, they boys and playing like they shooting each other will happen withiut video games. now if thats ur rules thenthats ur choice and i dont judge u for that but dont just do it cause u think itll make them violent cause a kid isolated from that stuff can do the same things without seeing it. its in movies, cartoons, on youtube and tiktok, etc
I was a bit of a tomboy because all of my cousins were at least 2+ years older, country type, video games, rough play, rough sports, curse here and there, climbing trees and semi serious play fighting rambunctious boys lol I was that stuck up girly girl from the city. I saw a lot of inappropriate things like violent video games with guns and shows like south park with a lot of cursing, etc but ultimately it didn’t shape the way I treated others or how I presented myself? I’m not saying as a mom that you shouldn’t be upset or concerned but I think you’re overreacting especially if in this case the quote “boys will be boys” is fitting 
My boys 8,9,and 14 all play “violent” games and also play them in “real” life. No worse than playing cowboys and Indians or cops and robbers. They also have nerf guns and military toys. We played like this when we were younger had video games that had “violence” in them. Damn, just turn on the news, I’d say that’s worse than every video game. Talking about it in school is different, definitely speak to them about that. But they are going to do these things with or without you knowing. I’d rather know and have my kids be hoesnt with me and then I can also tell them there is a time and a place for things. You’re going to create way more, and likely larger, problems in the future if you keep sheltering them from the world. Good luck with that.
Relax. They’ll be fine!
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Love these comments, all spot on. Mama that posted this, it’s gonna be OK.
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I think you are already against the son without being fully aware, everything about this post is degrading and judgemental. It seems you already have preconceived opinions
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Sounds like they are being typical boys they will learn and see all year same things at school eventually, they’ll go to friends houses and do the same. Your job as the parent is to teach them that those things are wrong in real life but are ok in video games. Teach them video games are not real life and to know when is the right time or place to talk that way.
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I think you’re overreacting. Why hide from them what is inevitably all around them. Instead, teach them right from wrong and teach them love.
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I was playing GTA at like 8 & I turned out fine 
let boys be boys. My son likes playing video games too, that doesn’t mean he’s going to turn psychotic & going on a killing spree. I honestly think you’re over doing it. If it was p*rn then yeah I’d 100% agree & you would have every right to be upset. But I honestly don’t see an issue with them playing violent video games. What happens if they go to a friends house after school? 9 times out of 10 they’re gonna have an Xbox or ps4 & play it over there anyways. Strict parents cause sneaky kids.
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My older brother used to babysit us and he literally always put scary films on and stuff like blade etc. I think teenagers sometimes try too hard to be the “cool” older brother. He probably doesn’t realise the damage he could be causing
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Meanwhile here I am with my 5 year olds (one bonus one bio) having a COD competition. I must be the worst.
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My 3 year old daughter is OBSESSED with five nights at freddys, which is a horror video game about animatronics that are possessed by the souls of murdered children. She loves everything scary. Horror movies, zombies, vampires, skeletons. The more of a big deal you make of it the worse it is. Violent TV and video games does not make children violent and there’s no way to avoid it.!My daughter is a sweetheart, she’s just what I call my little emo kid just like I was lol. Her favorite color is black and she likes spooky things. 
If you shelter your kids from everything, it just makes them get MORE than a thrill for it!
My kids have always watched stuff like that since they were born! My daughter get a collectable chucky doll for her 9th bday! Now she has the Tiffany collectable doll!
Honestly, it sounds like he just wants to spend time with them without you hovering. Unless he is hurting the kids, let them be.
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I’m sorry but counseling and grounding over this seems like a bit much. My 13 year old has played grand theft auto and bloody killing games since he was about 6 or 7. It sounds like your boys are being boys. And the fact that your step son was bonding with his brothers isn’t a bad thing, my son watches family guy with his sister, she is 5. Maybe if you are really finding this inappropriate you should sit down with your step son and find another way for him to bond with his younger siblings, again I understand all parents parent different but I just feel like you’re being a little much over nothing.
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I don’t even know where to start. I am a single mom of a 14 yr old, and its all about what you consider age appropriate, within reason. There is a point where you have to allow the kids to be exposed to violent video games, bad language, etc… because they are going to see it somehow and probably somewhere else. I think saying your stepson intentionally woke them up with the sole purpose of “making” them play violent games is a stretch. It would make more sense if the 17yr old was up just playing, and the younger brothers sought him out and just decided to hang out because they wanted to spend time with him.
Mentioning the ex wife’s infidelity doesn’t fit in this scenario… so why would we care about that detail… unless there some hidden animosity towards her, and indirectly towards, her son. Cut him some slack…
Sending 6 and 7 year old to therapy because they saw some violence in a video game, and were talking about it is a bit absurd, unless they are having nightmares that are causing other issues… otherwise, let the kids be kids. There can be boundaries, but by making these things taboo, it just entices them more.
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This is what older brothers do. It’s really not that serious! Counseling??? For what?? I think you’re way overreacting.
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puts back of hand to forehead, clears throat, readies my best Scarlett O’Hara voice
Oh deary me, the children are bonding over movies, and the teenager is actively connecting with his much younger half siblings, whatever shall I do?
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First. Your children are absolutely old enough for fiction vs non-fiction talk.
If you haven’t had this conversation before now…that’s on you.
Second. Pretend play is just that. My kids pretend play all the time. It doesn’t mean much. How they handle their real emotions in a real situation is much more telling.
Third. I also think maybe you’re not giving your kids enough credit.
That’s something I would consider. As a mom I’m not too strict about movies, tv, or what games are watched/played.
I’ve watched paranormal shows, the meg, San Andreas, Jurassic world, and others with my son.
He’s watched me/his dad play Fortnite…COD, horizon, and maneater. His best friend showed him a clip of poppy’s playtime.
He knows it’s fake.
That post going around about huggy wuggy? I sat him down and told him If he ever watches anything that wants him to hurt a real life person he’s to get an adult immediately.
And you know what? I fully believe he will.
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You’re that type of parent that panics because a child ate a sandwich into the shape of a “gun” and now everyone’s at risk of being gunned down from a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, aren’t you? 
Seriously, unless he’s waking the younger ones up to do this and they’re having nightmares or showing signs of lack of sleep or anxiety over these things, then chill out, because this is going way too far. Kids will be kids, and all you need to do is tell the teen that you really don’t want them exposed to so much violence at such a young age, that you don’t feel it’s age appropriate and next time find something more age appropriate and if he’s waking them up then tell him that’s not ok, and sit down with your kids and explain that the games and movies aren’t real.
However, you need counseling considering you felt the need to put your husband’s ex’s, your step-son’s mother’s business all over the place. That’s probably why he doesn’t want to come over, because you’re overbearing and over controlling and talk about his mother’s business to anyone who will listen, and your step-son probably resents you because he doesn’t feel comfortable coming over and you make sure he doesn’t feel or get too comfortable. I bet you’re proud of yourself for driving a wedge between your husband and his son too.
And seriously, you went as far as making them have a school assembly because of what’s happening in your home because you’re not up watching your own kids? I’m sure everyone’s wondering who the crazy Karen is now. I feel sorry for all the kids and parents that have to deal with you. Lady, your kids and nobody around you will ever have or make or create or maintain healthy relationships because of you going overboard like this in every aspect of their lives. Keep it up and you’ll find yourself alone and hated by your own children and you’ll eventually alienate your spouse too when he finds out you’re driving a wedge between him and his kid over something so ridiculous and the fact you’re blaming his mom because of an affair she had is absolutely laughable and ridiculous. You need some professional help for you to find out why you need to be so controlling and overbearing and judgmental and harsh to and of everyone around you and then some. Stop the pearl clutching, your 
stinks too.
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Sounds like you hold a grudge for your step son. It honestly sounds like you’re trying to push him out of the picture just because he wants to spend time and bond with his siblings. You shouldn’t use the words “step or half” when you talk about him.
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Let the kids have fun. Chill out.
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My daughter watches horror movies and plays violent video games🤷🏻♀️ she is perfectly fine. You’re overreacting.
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this sounds a little out of pocket and from a guys perspective if you take away stuff from them for using their imagination their gonna keep doing it no matter the consequences
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I don’t know why you’re getting so attacked over this, I do think counseling is a little bit of a reach but I also don’t think those kinds of games/movies are appropriate for 6/7 year olds. There are other age appropriate ways to bond than that.
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I don’t have boys but even hearing my child mention how fun it is to kill something even in a game is alarming and concerning for me! You do everything you think is right to keep your boys innocence. Scary movies have ratings on then for a reason they are NOT for children and so do video games! Everyone else saying let boys be boys are stupid! These are children not boys!
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Exorcism. It’s the only way. 
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If you are a millennial mom this is normal we all play these games in my home. But I grew up in the 80s and 90s and this was never a concern as everything was “graphic” and comedy was what is considered inappropriate now.
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I think you are overracting. Also not sure what the infidelity comment has to do with video games.
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They will survive. It’s really not as big of a deal as you think it is, they don’t need counseling, they’re not going to become serial killers over a few movies and games. There are lots of parents who allow that and a young age and have perfectly happy, healthy kids. That said, I didn’t allow it with my kids when they were young either so I understand that your boundaries were crossed and that’s not ok. Just let the oldest son know that his brothers aren’t allowed to do that yet, remind the young ones the same and leave it at that unless it happens again.
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Your parenting style is why I got pregnant at 16. lol.
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My child’s 3rd birthday party was chucky he loves chucky even has a chucky book bag he takes to school. He’s a Halloween baby and I think it’s cool he likes scary stuff. And my boys play with foam swords and act like their killing each other. Boys are boys!
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It’s the ex wives “infidelity” for me 
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If doesnt bother them with nightmares it’s good that a 17yr even wants to play with them. Let them be
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Maybe this is his way of trying to bond with them and he doesn’t know what else to do … now you have caught him and made it obvious to him it’s not appreciated or allowed maybe offer some other ideas for them to do together? .
Um…how tf did we go from video games to them being sexual? That’s more than a reach. If you don’t like it, don’t let them do it, but don’t start making assumptions
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Therapy for them seeing and playing violent video games? And I think you’re putting all the blame on your stepson. I HIGHLY doubt he is waking them up and forcing them to play. My son is almost 5 and understands the difference between fiction and not. He also plays the same way and talks about blood and guts. He’s fine. I think you have an issue with your stepson in general. I’m also not sure why you mentioned the infidelity of your husband’s ex. And also, your stepson is old enough to play the games. They’re probably NC17, so who cares if his own mother provides him with them? That’s HER choice anyways.
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I think counseling for them is taking it a little far. A lot of kids that age watch and play horror games. You have to teach them fiction vs non fiction.
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Stop him from doing this!! ASAP
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Seems like you need to watch “frozen” and " let it go, let it go"
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I’m so confused. You’re literally blaming the brother for being 17 and bonding with his half brother. Boys love blood guts and murder I don’t see what the issue is but what do I know I only have four kids. I’m also a pediatric nurse and I don’t see an issue with it. I’m also wondering why the term sexual got brought in.
I’ve been watching scary movies since I was younger than that lol chill it’s really not that big of a deal to watch or play horror games as long as they can differentiate real life from a game or movie
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