"MindLight: New Android Neurofeedback Horror Survival Game"

If you think a haunted house, shadow creatures, and a mission to rescue your grandmother sound like a typical spooky adventure game, think again. MindLight, developed by PlayNice, transcends the usual gaming experience by integrating biofeedback to help children manage stress and anxiety. But what exactly is biofeedback? It's a mind-body therapy that can enhance both physical and mental health. In MindLight, your emotions are woven into the gameplay: when you're calm, the dark mansion brightens up; when you're anxious, it remains shadowy and eerie.

MindLight is More Than Just a Game

MindLight was co-developed with Dr. Isabela Granic, co-founder of PlayNice and the lead scientist behind numerous randomized control trials that involved over a thousand children. These trials revealed that kids who played MindLight saw their anxiety levels reduced by at least half. The game's storyline is straightforward: you play as a child navigating your grandmother's mansion, engulfed by shadows. Equipped with a headset, the game monitors your brainwaves or heart rate in real-time, allowing the light to guide you and fend off the menacing creatures.

While primarily tested with children aged 8 to 12, PlayNice notes that older kids and parents have also found the game engaging. Thanks to its real-time adaptation to each player's stress response, MindLight remains a personal and dynamic experience for all.

Getting Started with MindLight

To dive into MindLight, you'll need two essentials: the Neurosky MindWave 2 EEG headset and a subscription to the game. PlayNice offers two subscription options—one tailored for a single child and another for families accommodating up to five players.

You can easily find MindLight on the Google Play Store, Amazon store, App Store, and directly on PlayNice's website.