Video game aims to keep older adults healthy and happy
NCT ID NCT04982497
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether playing a specially designed online video game could help adults aged 45 and older stay healthy and active. Over 500 participants in Spain were randomly assigned to play the game or receive standard online information. The game included activities to prevent depression, boost memory, and encourage healthy habits. Researchers measured changes in health, mood, and lifestyle up to a year later.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
online graphic-adventure video game with a companion app
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a fun, accessible way for older adults to stay mentally and physically active, improving quality of life without needing in-person programs.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial, but the intervention is behavioral and effects may be modest. Results may not apply to people with serious health conditions or outside Spain.
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Locations
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Research Group on Mental Health and Psychopatology
Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña, 15782, Spain