MRI scans reveal frequent action gamers show measurable differences in brain structure, which may help explain links found in earlier studies between gaming, attention, and visuospatial skills. Study: ...

Gamers might soon be able to scan their brains using specialized commercial headphones to get midmatch snapshots of mental performance. David Lumb is a senior reporter covering mobile and gaming ...

New research across neuroscience and psychology is revealing how various games—from action titles to simulations—engage distinct brain systems and cognitive skills. Findings range from action games ...

A new study has suggested that playing League of Legends can improve brain function, with some effects still showing 10 weeks ...

From sandbox adventures to strategy card games, research shows that certain games do more than entertain — they can train your brain to think in new ways. Open-ended problem solving, imaginative play, ...

Tristan Jurkovich began his career as a journalist in 2011. His childhood love of video games and writing fuel his passion for archiving this great medium’s history. He dabbles in every genre, but ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Doctors have recommended for years that people play brain games like puzzles and Sudoku to try to keep ...

Neurable, which makes noninvasive brain-computer interfaces, is licensing its technology and promises a “flood” of new ...