Did you know that the online word game ‘Wordle’ was created in 2021 by a Welsh software engineer Josh Wardle. He had originally only shared it with family and friends until the New York Times snapped it up in 2022 for an undisclosed seven figure sum. How many of us are thinking why didn’t I think of that?
But maybe if we keep on playing these online word games, we will get smarter or at least less stupid-er. Today there are a host of online daily word games to keep your brain in check with billions of people around the world having a go. I choose to play NYT Connections, Strands & Wordle, the Quordle, Octordle and Waffle - obviously a lot of spare time on my hands!
The key challenge with these games is that the solutions change daily with a limited number of times to solve them. It is generally believed that they enhance brain function by stimulating critical & lateral thinking, problem-solving skills and memory. As well as allowing us to take time out to focus and perhaps have some fun with friends & family also participating.
Disappointingly, it is not proven that these word games will help with long term cognitive functions. We all know that there is no defined reason for what exactly causes dementia and other brain deteriorating conditions. Research tells us that eating a healthy diet, being physically active, reducing stress, getting enough sleep and having frequent social interaction can all reduce the risk of cognitive decline.
But maybe it’s too early to tell if this new age of online puzzles will play a vital role in maintaining our brain health some time in the future. And if nothing else, they are a good source of entertainment.
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