As Canadians return to the physical office and campus, games provide opportunities to have fun, unwind and learn new skills.

Reasons for Playing Video Games
Base: Total Qualified Adults (n=2,575)

Reasons for Playing Video Games by age group

18 to 34 y/o, total reasons

1. Have fun – to generally have an enjoyable experience (49%)
2. Unwind – to relax, decompress or de-stress (44%)
3. Pass time – to fill time while taking a waiting, on a break or when bored (43%)
4. Personal Time – to spend time enjoying something by myself (39%)

55 to 64 y/o, total reasons

1. Pass time – to fill time while taking a waiting, on a break or when bored (57%)
2. Unwind – to relax, decompress or de-stress (55%)
3. Have fun – to generally have an enjoyable experience (54%)
4. Use my brain – to problem solve, think logically or strategically (50%)

• 55+ y/o males (38%), 55+ y/o females (57%)

Video games provide stress relief, bring people joy and help to improve cognitive skills. They are also seen as an important tool for developing problem-solving skills and fostering collaboration and teamwork across age groups.

Benefits of Playing Video Games
(Completely Agree/Somewhat Agree)
Total Adults Players (n=2,575)

In General, Video Games are Helpful in Developing
(Completely Agree/Somewhat Agree)
Total Adults Players (n=2,575)