Published on 12, July, 2020
Hi,
I was recently diagnosed with ASD and am still coming to terms with it. I have some reading materials that I'll try and look at over the Christmas period but I can't guarantee being able to focus.
I wanted to understand if anyone else finds certain computer games a welcome break from the world, and that they are soothing? Most computer games are a sensory overload for me and even when they aren't I often get a headache after 30-60 min. There are a few which are nice and calm and help me when I feel overloaded. I like a game called Skyrim - it has wonderful repetitive soothing music and an open world, so you can just walk around and explore, and interact with people only when you want. The dialogue options are nice and simple too. I sometimes also play turn-based computer versions of board games. There are some available on Steam that are fun, like Gloomhaven. Am I alone in this? Does anyone else have this as a hobby / decompressing activity?
Hope you are all doing well.
I've played Skyrim but find myself overloaded with most games after half an hour of playing. I can't play for too long I get the headaches and sometimes a bit dizzy, possibly eye strain? Or is it just me?
I find games a good way of relaxing but can't play for long. I like the Lego games there fun and a good way to relax. I also like RPG games, no pressure just relaxing and fun :)
What games are you playing at the moment?