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16 responses to “Game On! Seniors and Online Gaming”

1. This is such an insightful and heartwarming read! It’s amazing to see how the gaming industry is evolving to include older adults, proving that gaming truly is ageless. The cognitive and social benefits—like improved memory, reaction time, and reduced isolation—are incredible, and initiatives like Xbox’s “Gaming Against Loneliness” campaign show how powerful gaming can be in bridging generational gaps.

   Reply to Jack Hicks

2. Hi, you all… Tony Armida here, 78 year old gamer, and going strong. It all started at 72 yrs. of age when a granddaughter complained about my pc lagging… since that time, I have built a dozen pcs for family and have two set ups at our “old people’s house.” I am currently playing Remnant2, through the years I buy and play all kinds of games, and love it!

   Reply to Antonio Armida

3. I would like to buy setup. Gaming systems for me (Grandpa) and my two grandsons. What is recommended system that will be easy for me and grandson acceptance.

   Reply to Craig Moser

4. Interesting read! It’s great to see how gaming is expanding across age groups and providing real benefits like cognitive boosts and social connection for older adults. Love the story of WoWGrandma78—proof that gaming truly is for everyone!

   Reply to Jack

5. I am looking for a blog, forum, podcast etc. etc. for elderly gamers. When I say elderly most seem to think 50 or so. NO I am talking about some close to my age of 81. I play mass effect, Jedi, Hellblade, Valhalla, etc. usually on easy story mode. Am I the only one of my age that does this. Is there somewhere you could point me for discussions, reviews, etc. I found CIPT (can I play that) but that is it help.

   Reply to Richard Stanczyk

   1. Richard, I totally get what you mean about not finding many senior gamers. I’m 68 myself, but I’m always up for chatting about games if you’re interested. I enjoy playing Forza Horizon, Car Mechanic Simulator, Truck Simulator, and The Sims 4.

      Reply to Rita Williams

6. I watched “An American in Paris” on my computer. It was a wonderful expperience – like actually being in a theater watching a play, without having to dress up or travel to see it. I hope there will be more of this type of entertainment. I also like the Zoom technology classes for computers and smart phones. Thank you.

   Reply to Judy Rubin

7. Well, while not a game played on a popular console such as Xbox, etc, I’ve always enjoyed playing online designing games. I have been playing on a site called DivaChix where I’ve learned to use a program called Procreate. I design outfits, accessories, props and backgrounds for the different poses we use. I’ve been active since 2008 and have made many friends.

   Reply to Sylvia Garcia

8. Can you have an online introduction to gaming and how to in the evening not in the day?

   Reply to Pat W

   1. Thanks for your comment. Unfortunately, we don’t offer online classes in the evening.

      Reply to Virge

9. I am 69 and never was a gamer as a young person. My son showed me VR (Meta Quest) and I was hooked. I love Beat Saber (a great workout!) and some puzzle games. The real move to gaming was when my husband got me a gaming PC and my good friend (75) turned me onto No Man’s Sky. I put in 500 hours on the game in the last 7 months. My friend and I have a weekly multi-play appointment. She lives 2 states away! My son is trying to get me interested in one of his fav games so we can “meet”.

   Reply to Karen Birbeck

   1. What is an easy one for a beginner who doesn’t have a young person to show an old person how to play?

      Reply to Anne Paine

      1. there’s an intro to gaming class on January 10,l

   2. Karen,
      How would you suggest I learn how to get the basic play skills? My son is not the teaching type!! I don’t have any of the equipment at present. thanks.

      Reply to Mari

      1. Want to get into online gaming? Check out this Senior Planet introduction on January 10. Details are here. 

   3. Hello,

      I really enjoy playing multiplayer games, however I am tired of playing with cheaters and hackers that are all over the place, usually younger people.

      You can go on Amazon and order a cheating device to program your controller and have anti recoil, aim assist wall hacks, etc.

      My question is, does anybody know of multiplayer websites we seniors can go to play with our age group.

      There is one senior that I watch on youtube is grandpa gaming who normally plays as a sniper in BF2042.

      Reply to William Koopmans