In a world where multitasking has become the norm, it’s important to find moments to rest and recover. Mini-games are a great way to take a break between activities, reduce stress levels and regain focus. Here’s a selection of five fun games to help you distract yourself and reenergize.
Geoguessr – travel the world in 5 minutes
Geoguessr is a geographical game where you find yourself at a random point on Google Street View and have to guess where you are. The game develops attention to detail and spatial thinking, and allows you to virtually visit different corners of the planet.
LinkedIn Puzzle Games – puzzles directly on LinkedIn
LinkedIn, a well-known professional network, offers a number of engaging puzzle games such as Zip, Queens, Pinpoint and Tango. These games develop logical thinking and can be an enjoyable way to take a break from the workflow.
Crash Planning is an Excel game
Crash Planning is a game disguised as an Excel spreadsheet. The goal of the game is to remove all colored cells, allowing you to take a break without leaving your workflow. The game is perfect for short breaks and helps you relax.
Desk Pong – ping pong on the desktop
Desk Pong is a mini-game where you create an impromptu ping pong game at your workplace. Using a table and a small ball, you can play with your coworkers, which helps to relieve stress and improve your mood.
Tamagotchi for Apple Watch – a virtual pet on your wrist
Tamagotchi is a virtual pet that you can raise right from your Apple Watch. The game allows you to take care of the pet, feed it and monitor its condition, which can be a nice way to take a break during the day.
These games can help you take a short but effective break, improve your mood and boost your productivity. Don’t forget that even small moments of rest are important to keep you productive and creative.
