Nintendo began an initiative to offer its video games to senior citizens in senior centers in Japan. Specifically, only Nintendo Switch titles will be provided.
The staff members of these senior centers will provide the elderly residing there with a Nintendo Switch console, as well as various Nintendo Switch titles to enjoy, including games like Dr. Kawashima’s Brain Training for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Sports, and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
The response to the launch events for the initiative from the seniors who participated was apparenlt positive overall. As a result, from November 2023, Nintendo aims to expand the initiative to 200 senior centers. The company hopes to pursue further possibilities for the Nintendo Switch after reaching this goal.
Dr. Kawashima’s Brain Training for Nintendo Switch released in 2020 and is a modern take on the classic Nintendo DS series Brain Age. It is filled with exercises and puzzles that test the strength of your memory, logical thinking and problem-solving skills. You can also find out your “brain age,” and set a daily alarm with your Nintendo Switch so you won’t miss an exercise.
The Nintendo initiative to provide senior citizens in Japanese senior centers with the Switch and its games will continue into the future.
