How Can You Benefit from Gaming?
The original PlayStation, released in 1994, was the first gaming console to ship 100 million units worldwide! Today’s post is inspired by the audiobook I’m currently listening to about the richest man in the world, Elon Musk. He is not only a risk-taker but also a gamer at heart, often playing video games as a way to unwind or escape from work. Hearing this made me think about my own relationship with gaming and how it played a role in my childhood. Growing up, I’d often find myself playing multiplayer flash games with my siblings or getting lost in solo games like Plants vs. Zombies. Now, there’s a stereotype that Computer Science and Engineering majors are hardcore gamers who 'don’t touch grass,' and while that may be true for some, I think there’s a deeper value to gaming. With that being said, here are some ways you can reconnect with your inner child and reap the benefits of gaming as an adult: Choose the Right Game Not all games offer the same cognitive b...