Scientists, doctors, and public health experts are urging, begging, everyone to practice " social distancing "—deliberately creating space from other human bodies. No bars, no gyms, no restaurants, no concerts, no parties. It's an effective way of slowing the spread of Covid-19, but things can also get lonely fast.
Here's our list of the best online games for keeping in touch while you're doing the right thing and staying indoors.
MMORPGs aren't as intimidating as they look, and FFXIV 's community can't wait to show you why. Design a character using FFXIV 's super-detailed character generator, follow the streamlined questing system, go bop some slimes on the head, and make a couple of friends in the big city. Soon you'll be traversing psychedelic worlds and fighting fantastical beasts alongside a band of friendly strangers (or friends).
While you're here, how about this:
Without sport, footballers turn to video games - CNN Video
If You're Social Distancing, Hang Out With Friends By Playing Video Games
We—or I should say "I", my friends were skeptical—chose Sea of Thieves, a weird little game where you and your friends work together to sail a pirate ship around, get treasure and that sort of thing. It's one of the more interesting games I've played in the past few years, but it's hard to play without the right crew: the whole idea is that the ship is not a traditional video game vehicle, where you press a button to go and move a stick to steer.
For me, it was a little respite in a day spent caring for a toddler, working, and checking Twitter. I'm lucky: I was already working from home and I have the resources with which to navigate a crisis. But even so, these times take their toll. Like with everyone else, many of my usual activities are cut back to zero, and I spend time spinning through terrifying news. And playing video games.
Football stars go head-to-head over video games as coronavirus suspends play - CNN
Many things are taking place:
Shawn Curtis | Video games can help fill that sports void | Corona Virus | tribdem.com
Could Video Games and Other Entertainment Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19?
The CDC and WHO have worked hard to make health information shareworthy and easily accessible. But that’s not enough. Our story-hungry population needs innovative public health narratives that people can easily engage with through mobile devices.
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C ontagion ’s success comes from its engaging storyline but also from its collaboration with the scientific community. Writer Scott Z. Burns consulted with epidemiologists, virologists and public health experts to craft a tale of viral infection that was both realistic and compelling. The filmmakers and scientists were able to co-invent an engaging piece of content that contextualized health information in a story that everyone could relate to.
Preparing for self-quarantine through sports video games - New York Daily News
I explored many genres of video games, but now I'm a sportswriter so this is a list of my 10 favorite sports video games of the 80s and early 90s. It's a countdown and I don't care if you disagree because I'm holding the sticks.
The teams were called the New York Eagles and the Boston Frogs. The players had no names, no faces, and were only distinguishable by being black or white. The game-play kinda sucked. But this was the OG basketball game and there were no other options. Plus, each dunk attempt would cut to a sweet black-and-white action close-up.
The 15 most relaxing video games to play now | Tom's Guide
When current events feel too chaotic, there's nothing quite like getting lost in the most relaxing video games.
Sure, shooters and brawlers offer plenty of stress-relieving action, but what if you just want to build your own town, solve a few puzzles or tap along to some serene music to escape the realities of the real world?
Pokémon games always provide a fun, pleasant escape, and the latest core entries in the series do it better than any before them. Pokémon Sword and Shield's colorful, cartoony Galar region and inviting turn-based combat let you discover, battle and catch Pokemon at your own pace, even if you're a novice trainer.
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Social distancing is an effective way of slowing the spread of #Covid19, but things can also get lonely fast. Enter… https://t.co/iglQcgFiyP WIRED (from San Francisco/New York) Tue Mar 17 18:42:04 +0000 2020
some of my recs for games that will keep you connected with friends while you do the right thing and stay inside! https://t.co/35jdPlNCIT cecianasta (from Brooklyn, NY) Tue Mar 17 13:25:28 +0000 2020
I have a new tune for you on 3/20 !! 😍 P.S. Hoping you are all staying home listening to music and playing videogam… https://t.co/qxgQvNRmAV tobuofficial (from Riga, Latvia) Thu Mar 12 18:45:23 +0000 2020
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