Casual Games Played to Relieve Stress, Relax, Keep Mind Sharp
Report: Casual Games Played to Relieve Stress, Relax, Keep Mind Sharp
Seattle - Nearly two-thirds (64%) of those who play casual online games -- more simplistic puzzle, card, word, board and classic arcade titles that can be played in a few minutes -- say they play as a way to relax, while 53% say they play to relieve stress and 42% cite them as a way to keep their minds sharp. The findings come from a study conducted by Harris Interactive and focus groups hosted by women's lifestyle expert Jennifer Louden on behalf of RealNetworks, a distributor of online casual games. RealNetworks said that 70% of people buying casual games from its service are women age 40 and older. Of this group, 67% said they play at least four times per week, and nearly half (47%) play every day. "It's a wild concept, but I see this trend as a way for women and men to establish mental balance and embrace a healthy form of comfort," said Louden. "Surprisingly, more and more women are turning to casual gaming as a way to cope with stress and take a brief escape from daily responsibilities."
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