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How Video Games Can Boost Your Well-Being

February 12, 2025 by Angela Louise 1 Comment
How Video Games Can Boost Your Well-Being

In the world of gaming, it’s easy to focus on the thrill of competition, the excitement of exploring vast open worlds, and the challenge of overcoming tough enemies. However, there’s an often-overlooked aspect of gaming that has been gaining more recognition in recent years—its potential to boost mental health and well-being.

While gaming sometimes gets a bad rap for fostering isolation or leading to unhealthy screen time habits, there’s a growing body of research showing that, when used thoughtfully, video games can have a positive impact on mental health. Here’s how video games can help improve your well-being and why they might be worth adding to your mental health toolkit.

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Sea of Stars – A Modern Love Letter to Classic RPGs

January 22, 2025 by Angela Louise No Comments
Sea of Stars - A Modern Love Letter to Classic RPGs

For fans of retro-inspired RPGs, Sea of Stars is a game that shines brightly in a sea of contenders. Developed by Sabotage Studio, the creators of The Messenger, this turn-based RPG combines a nostalgic homage to classic games like Chrono Trigger and Final Fantasy with modern design sensibilities. The result? A captivating adventure that’s as stunning as it is fun to play.

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5 Indie Games by Black Developers

February 22, 2023 by Angela Louise No Comments
5 Indie Games by Black Developers

In the gaming industry, representation remains a significant concern. Many mainstream titles feature predominantly white protagonists. However, this lack of diversity extends to game development. The dominance of white and Caucasian developers often overshadows black developers, despite the vibrant and diverse gaming community. Nonetheless, black developers make impactful contributions to gaming, demonstrating their talent and creativity. Furthermore, to honor their achievements and advocate for diversity, explore this curated selection of games by black developers. Also, each game offers unique and enriching experiences worthy of inclusion in your gaming library.

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4 Cozy games for the Nintendo Switch

May 18, 2022 by Angela Louise 1 Comment
4 Cozy games for the Nintendo Switch

After a long day, reaching for a game like Elden Ring may have the opposite effect if you’re looking to relax. The Nintendo Switch is the perfect console for cozy games. You can sit back in your favorite cozy spot and take things easy. If you have no clue what to play, here are some cozy games for the Nintendo Switch. These games are relaxing, and let you take things slowly. They’re designed to help you destress and bring a smile to your face. There are no frustrating bosses or complicated levels. All you have to do is grab a cozy blanket and get comfortable with one of these four cozy games.

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4 Visual Novel Horror Games on the Nintendo Switch

October 28, 2020 by Angela Louise No Comments
4 Visual Novel Horror Games on the Nintendo Switch

Halloween is right around the corner, and there’s no better time to get into a good horror game. Visual novel games aren’t a popular genre but bring something different to the horror video game genre. For some, visual novel horror games may not seem as exciting because they’re not as interactive. Instead of playing as a character who’s running for their life. Your reading through a story, paying close attention to clues, solving puzzles, and making decisions that’ll affect the outcome of the story. And if the story isn’t enough to keep you up at night then the chilling illustrations will. Even though, they’re not as interactive as typical video games. They still immerse the player into the story by relying on visuals, music, and telling a compelling story.

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I'm a socially awkward geek who loves to eat, play video games, and create things. Weird Louise is spilt into three sections- personal development and wellness tips, lifestyle, and fun posts for creative geeks. Like video games, book reviews, and geeky craft projects. Want to know more? Then click here.

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