What Makes You Feel Relaxed: Video Games or Movies

[Heatman]

When it comes to what you normally make use of if you are in need for relaxation, do you play video games or do you watch movies?

Personally, I prefer watching movies because playing video games comes with added stress for me as well.

 

[Nova]

In context of the content, I feel that movies are one time watch, on the other hand we have a lot of things to explore in the games. And also most of our time goes really good if we play the games. Overall my video game experience is good.

 

[Howard]

When I am very tired, I like watching movies because I can lie on the couch and watch movies all the while munching snacks. However, when I am bored, I like playing games so that my mind and body, both are occupied. 

 

[JackSparrow]

Whether I choose a game to play or a move to watch depends on my mental state and physical state. Sometimes I choose games, and sometimes I choose movies. By the way, sleeping makes me more relaxed compared to gaming or watching movies.

 

[Arnold]

When I am too lazy to do anything, I pick a drink and relax with a nice feel-good movie. When I feel active but I don't have anything to do, I get engaged with shooting games.

 

[MisterBobbyPin]

Video games are more calming for me because they are more free. I can do so much more in a video game than in a movie. I like the interactive part of games.

 

[Henrywrites]

I understand that playing video games can come with stress for some people, but it is never the same thing for me. I enjoy playing video games as it helps me to calm my nerves whenever I am pretty stressed out after the day's activities.

 

[Ciri]

You will have to use some efforts while playing game, however, while watching you can just lie on the bed or a sofa. Therefore, I find movies more relaxing.

 

[Bizdustry]

Depends. If I am by myself, nothing beats playing Video Games because atleast then you have the choice of multiplayer so you don't feel completely left out. If I am with someone, watching a movie can be a social thing to do.

 

[Fidelia]

If I can get a very good immersive game to play, it really helps me to calm my nerves. Movies can also help but playing a good game with the challenge of defeating the AI really takes my mind off every worries. That's my relief when it gets really tough mentally.

 

[Noble]

same here I have always known to relax with movies. So I do spend my time always to watching videos when I wants to relax

 

[Melanie717]

When it comes to what you normally make use of if you are in need for relaxation, do you play video games or do you watch movies?

Personally, I prefer watching movies because playing video games comes with added stress for me as well.

Probably movies. Or better yet, YouTube videos I watch on the TV. Never been a big gamer, but I do love playing Wheel of Fortune online. That’s about it, though.
YouTube videos can teach you a lot, and I love to learn. Learning itself can keep the mind occupied. A bored, empty mind is a dangerous mind.

 

[Ravenfreak]

Immersing myself in one of my favorite video games helps me more than watching movies. I'm a gamer and I do love movies too, but games are my favorite media. As long as it's not a stressful game, I tend to play games I'm familiar with when I'm having a rough day.

 

[Deep]

I also prefer watching movies. They help me unwind and escape reality without the pressure that gaming often brings.