Episode 13: Mental Health and Gaming

On this episode we delved into a slightly different topic and my two guests introduced me to the world of gaming. We explored how computer and console games have become a prominent form of escapism and a way to relax and switch off that is probably more immersive than watching TV. Jay and Adam told me a bit about their personal experiences with mental health issues, the role that their hobby has played in that and how developers are starting to positively represent mental health in games.

Mentioned in the show:

This game changed my life podcast - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p08fbwvw?fbclid=IwAR3H7DuYmdKrvjRhp-4UvJyrRDBbMXe2Vp0KxTmjLvk55agtZj_ipvkFmiA 

Celeste - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Celeste_(video_game)

Critical Role - https://critrole.com/

Jackbox - https://jackbox.tv/


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