They play CS:GO, Street Fighter 6 too: More seniors interested in e-sports
Seniors in Singapore are increasingly participating in e-sports, finding social connection and cognitive benefits through competitive gaming. A new program by OCBC and Lions Befrienders provides coaching to help older adults master games like Counter-Strike.
Why it matters
This initiative demonstrates how technology and gaming can be leveraged to combat social isolation and promote active aging among the elderly.
OCBC and Lions Befrienders launched a programme on June 27 to provide 2,400 e-sports coaching sessions for seniors.
Listen Summarise More seniors in Singapore are joining e-sports teams and competitions, finding enjoyment and social connection through games like Counter-Strike and Street Fighter. OCBC and Lions Befrienders launched a programme offering 2,400 e-sports coaching sessions for seniors, supported by volunteers and SCOGA coaches. E-sports helps improve seniors' skills, confidence, and social bonds, with organisations expanding activities and exploring AI to personalise training and promote healthy ageing. AI generated
SINGAPORE – As the clock ticked down at the top of his screen, 71-year-old Philip Tang knew he had to defuse the explosive quickly to win the round for his team.
Stress was building as opponents shot from all angles at him. He ended up rushing to the wrong site and could only watch and laugh with his teammates as the bomb exploded.
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