You're ill at home ? too ill to go out, too weak to play anything truly demanding. What are the games you turn to?
We've all been there ? a bad cold, a day off work. Lying on the sofa, a box of tissues and a half-drunk Lemsip at our elbow, a copy of FourFourTwo barely opened on the floor. Having a day to lounge around should be fun, but the entertainment options can quickly wear thin. The BBC's daytime staple, Cash in the Attic, is not as much fun as it sounds, even when you've downed so much super strength over-the-counter cough medicine the presenter appears to be floating around the house dressed as a Cyberman.
It's here that games can come in handy. The interactivity keeps your mind off those aching joints, while completing a level can boost your torpid self-esteem.
But which games are the most comforting? Which classic or contemporary titles are the digital equivalent of a big, long hug?
I've suggested four contenders below, but I need you to add your own. I see this as an important public service at this time of year. Successful sick-time gaming could well aid recovery ? it's in Britain's interest. So check mine out, then let us know which discs you turn to when illness smites.
Super Mario 64
(Nintendo, N64, DS)
It's just so bright and charming, and the almost ambient soundtrack of harmless riffs and gently muffled sound effects adds to the calming properties. Okay, so some of the levels are hugely challenging, but you can always just stay outside the castle, frolicking in the sunshine. You are ill after all.
Animal Crossing
(Nintendo, GameCube Wii, DS)
Another Nintendo title (they were always going to do well in this list) ? and really, what could be more relaxing then gently skipping around a town populated exclusively by anthropomorphic animals?
Tiger Woods PGA Tour
(EA, various platforms)
When I was off school as I child, I'd play Leaderboard, a lovely golf sim for the Commodore 64. Again, it's the sedate pace, the gentle challenge and the lack of sub-machine guns. You also get a vicarious feeling of being out in the sunshine rather than cooped up in your bedroom in a haze of Vicks vapour rub.
Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots
(Konami, PS3)
If you absolutely, positively have to shoot things, Kojima's PS3 epic is the way to go. It's all about thoughtful, considered action rather than all-out combat madness, plus there are plenty of cut-scenes so you can have a bit of a rest.
Now, Dr Gamesblog Reader, what would YOU prescribe?
Source: http://www.guardian.co.uk/technology/gamesblog/2011/jan/21/games-gameculture
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