Playing healthy video games in moderation can be a smart way to entertain yourself and stay active and alert. You can find games for single or multiple players. Asking one or more buddies to join you can make your gaming days extraordinarily exciting, while playing by yourself can help stave off boredom and brighten your day. You can even invite your grandkids over to join in the fun. Just remember to have your gaming console ready, because children and even adults can hardly resist a video game challenge. Since playing video games can be addictive, it can be important to remember to take breaks when necessary.

There are a variety of video games out there to keep you occupied. For instance, Wii Sports can give you a way to get some exercise and stay energized. Playing Super Mario 3D World can stimulate your imagination and hippocampus. The hippocampus is a key part of our brains that retains memories and taking care of it can help lower the risk of Alzheimer's and other serious illnesses. Other video games you might like to try are World of Warcraft, Minecraft, and Animal Crossing: New Leaf. On top of that, mobile games like Candy Crush, Wordscapes, Two Dots, Words with Friends, and Lexulous can be nearly impossible to put down.