MindLight: New Android Neurofeedback Game with Horror Survival Theme

MindLight isn't your average spooky adventure game featuring haunted houses and shadow creatures. Developed by PlayNice, this action-adventure game goes beyond the thrill by helping children manage stress and anxiety through biofeedback. But what is biofeedback? It's a mind-body therapy that can enhance both physical and mental well-being. In MindLight, your emotions play a crucial role in the gameplay. When you're calm, the dark mansion brightens up, but if you're anxious, it remains shadowy and eerie.

MindLight: More Than Just a Game

MindLight was co-developed by Dr. Isabela Granic, co-founder of PlayNice and the lead scientist behind several randomized control trials. These trials, involving over a thousand children, demonstrated that kids who played MindLight saw their anxiety levels reduced by at least 50%. The game's narrative is straightforward: you play as a child exploring your grandmother's mansion, engulfed by shadows. Equipped with a headset, the game monitors your brainwaves or heart rate in real-time. The light you emit helps you navigate the mansion and ward off terrifying creatures.

Although primarily tested with children aged 8 to 12, PlayNice reports that older kids and parents have also found the game engaging. MindLight adapts to each player's stress response in real-time, ensuring a personalized and dynamic experience for everyone.

Getting Started with MindLight

To dive into MindLight, you'll need two key components: the Neurosky MindWave 2 EEG headset and a subscription to the game. There are two subscription options available—one tailored for a single child, and another designed for families with up to five players.

You can download MindLight from the Google Play Store, the Amazon store, the App Store, or directly from PlayNice's website.

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