Haha i had to mention it, but in all seriousness I don't recall any kids playing any sort of handheld games when I've been, but then I suppose not many families sit in E2.
It's just something that annoys me I guess. I aren't some grumpy old man out of touch with technology but I don't see why some fans feel they need to give their son a game to play with when they've paid for a ticket for him. Is that kid ever really going to be a City fan if he only goes to football to do something else?
I completely agree with you, I was just pointing out that I haven't personally noticed it although I can imagine it happening. Of course it might make sense to bring a DS or whatever along for halftime entertainment but if they're just playing it during the match it's a waste of money buying a ticket as you say, which is against all good Yorkshire principles.