It can be incredibly hard to keep busy in later life, but some might say it’s more important than ever to keep the mind sharp. With most people living in the modern age of technology and owning either a smartphone or a tablet of some kind, we delve into a list of the best tablet games for the elderly and how brainteasers, puzzles, and word games can help older generations in more ways than one.
Here are 5 of the best ones to get stuck into!
1.Words With Friends
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Potentially one of the most popular word-based tablet games out there right no, Words With Friends is essentially a digital Scrabble. You can test your vocabulary as well as your mind and even better you get to play against friends and family. This is actually a really popular game with my mum and I – we normally always have a game of it on the go and it can be a nice way to connect!
Download from Google Play or from the App Store.
2. Clockwork Brain
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Test your brain and your limits with this fun and challenging game. Specially created to test cognitive skills such as memory, dexterity, and language, Clockwork Brain is a great way to train your brain on a daily basis with a simple interface to boot. You will even get personalised “workouts” based on the puzzles you enjoy cracking, and you can track your performance to see how well your brain is doing!
Download on Google Play.
3. Dots
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Described as a game about connecting, Dots is incredibly simple to use, making it one of the most perfect tablet games for the elderly that’s out there. With three different ways of playing – Timed Mode, Moves Mode, or Endless Mode – you connect dots of the same colour either vertically or horizontally to win points. Understandably, the simplicity of it makes it quite an addictive game. Before you know it you’ll be a pro!
Download on Google Play or the App Store.
4. Kami 2
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With hundreds of beautifully hand crafted puzzles, Kami 2 combines elements of problem-solving and logic to give your brain a good workout. The reason we have picked it as one of the best tablet games for the elderly is due to its calming design, its great challenges, and the fact that you can create your own puzzles using the Puzzle Builder. Share them with your friends and family so they can have a go! The possibilities really are endless.
Download on Google Play or the App Store.
5. Scrabble Go
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Last but by no means least, the family favourite that is Scrabble! Or, in this case, the app version of Scrabble Go. Much in the same way as the popular board game, play with friends and family and build your score using Scrabble word dictionaries and more. On top of that, you can collect custom tiles that you can then use in your games or play 4 of the unique word games to test your skills.
Download on Google Play or the App Store.
Consider a Personal Alarm
Tablet games for the elderly are a great way to relax. They’re not the only way, however. For people worried about needing help at home or on the go, personal alarms can offer reassurance and relieve worries. Simple to setup and easy to use, personal alarms are an affordable solution for people worried about falls.
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Editor’s Note: This article was updated on 11th March 2024 to reflect current information.
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