Creativity is apart of our daily lives, and we use it in things like art and writing. One place you wouldn’t expect to use creativity is in video games. But, many video games utilize critical thinking skills and quick decision-making. Unfortunately, most people still don’t know that video games play a vital role in boosting creativity for kids and adults alike. So, I’ve compiled a list of video games that let you get creative. These games are not only fun but have unique gameplay and promote creativity. Some of the games allow you to create, while other games just have unique gameplay and plot that’ll make you think.

Over the years there’s been a lot of negative talk about video games but, playing video games is a great coping tool for dealing with stress. They can give us a safe and fun outlet for developing our emotional awareness and coping skills.

In most games, players are rewarded for being able to manage their emotions and work toward solutions when faced with stressful situations. When players meet a difficult task they must seek out a resolution to the negative feelings or seek support from other players. We can take the same strategies used in playing video games and use them in our own lives. Developing awareness and using it to support emotional balance which is a big part of healthy coping.