Adults ages 50-plus are a growing segment in the gaming industry.

By 2045, an estimated 100 million gamers ages 50 and up will be playing.

In fact, 12% play with friends they meet through gaming.

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With longevity in mind, gamers 50-plus prefer brain teasers and logic-based games that make you think.

Gamers 50-plus play for enjoyment, relaxation, mental acuity, and just to have fun.

Other motivations:

Challenges with agingAs with any form of exercise or activity, age-related decline is common.

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No weighting was applied.

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