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With the pandemic and winter approaching, we are already preparing to return to hibernate indoors. For many, being cloistered indoors will be the perfect time to get lost in their favorite hobbies without embarrassment: reading, series, crochet and, of course, video games.<\/p>\n\n

We associate video games with the youngest, but video games are a phenomenon that has conquered all generations: more than half of Canadians consider themselves gamers. In the recent report by the Entertainment Software Association of Canada, we see that baby boomers, like other generations, frequently play video games: men prefer puzzle games on computers, while women prefer puzzle games on mobile devices.<\/p>\n\n

Why encourage seniors to play?<\/h2>\n\n

Video games can have several benefits for seniors: 3D video games can improve cognitive function in seniors,<\/a> reduce their social isolation<\/a> and improve their attention span and solve multiple problems simultaneously.<\/a><\/p>\n\n

Video games are not magical, but can become a challenging hobby. In this article, we have found 5 games that you can play with your parents, grandparents or any senior with whom you want to share your hobby. The games we have chosen are not intensive in terms of reflexes, but still manage to activate the neurons and immerse you in the experience.<\/p>\n\n

Civilization VI<\/h2>\n\n
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The latest installment in the venerable Civilization series, Civilization VI is a turn-based strategy game in which players control empires drawn from human history. Players lead armies, research technologies and do diplomacy to try to win one of the possible types of victories, as much as the types of cult, diplomatic, military or scientific victory.<\/p>\n\n

A quiet game that tests your strategic mind, this game is suitable for players of all ages. By playing Civilization VI, you too will learn the hard way the consequences of playing “just one more trick” until the early hours of the morning. This game is available on all consoles, computers and mobile.<\/p>\n\n

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