One game that still brings me a great sense of calm has to be Minecraft! I used to always play it on PC with the older versions back from 2014 or so (I think it was ver. 1.7?), but lately I'll just launch it up on my PlayStation to chill for awhile!
I never got too invested in multiplayer or playing in hard survival modes, but I always love being able to jump in and create whatever I can think of! It was a calming experience to find materials to mine or collect, and being able to just get away from the real world for a bit to design something unique in a new world! Sometimes, it's not even about creating something — just spending time to mine ore, work on some farming, or fishing is all I need to decompress some! Oh, and I always made sure to leave the music on, as that greatly amplified the peace that game was able to provide!
I'd also add, from my experience: find a quiet time. Like... are you a night owl, like me? Then 1-3am work amazingly. Or are you a morning person? To get cozy with a very early morning hot coffee, before everyone else wakes.
I never have time to play anymore, but I used to love relaxing by exploring in Elite Dangerous; just you, your ship, and the stars.
Ive never heard of this! Imma have to check it out tho! I hope you get some time to game soon.
Great idea for an article! And yes, fishing in videogames feels like therapy sometimes.
Doesnt it? Its so lovely!
I like your tips. Lighting can be such a sneaky stimulation that can make a big difference to stimulation once it’s adjusted.
I agree. Thanks!
One game that still brings me a great sense of calm has to be Minecraft! I used to always play it on PC with the older versions back from 2014 or so (I think it was ver. 1.7?), but lately I'll just launch it up on my PlayStation to chill for awhile!
I never got too invested in multiplayer or playing in hard survival modes, but I always love being able to jump in and create whatever I can think of! It was a calming experience to find materials to mine or collect, and being able to just get away from the real world for a bit to design something unique in a new world! Sometimes, it's not even about creating something — just spending time to mine ore, work on some farming, or fishing is all I need to decompress some! Oh, and I always made sure to leave the music on, as that greatly amplified the peace that game was able to provide!
Thanks for sharing your write-up Leefa!
Yay! Glad you liked, thank you for sharing! Minecraft is such a peaceful world. 💖
Good points!
I'd also add, from my experience: find a quiet time. Like... are you a night owl, like me? Then 1-3am work amazingly. Or are you a morning person? To get cozy with a very early morning hot coffee, before everyone else wakes.
Find and set a time! It really helps :)
Ditto this. Play when it feels right for you.
Wonderful tips! Thank you!