Zenses: Active Relaxation

Some people relax by reading, writing or napping. While I do enjoy doing those things, for me, playing videogames is also a great way to de-stress. My Nintendo DS has provided much relaxation for me ever since my son was born (although not as much as I would like). Still, I have a new game to add to my wishlist: Zenses.

Zenses, published by The Game Factory, is designed to let the player relax while playing puzzle/brain games. There are two editions available - the Ocean edition and the Rainforest edition. Both games provide a soothing experience, with ambient sounds and authentic visuals. From the website: Be inspired by the movements of the tide, rippling water, riffs and corals, beach vegetation and sea life. Explore the Amazon while playing games infused with rain drops, exotic flowers, waterfalls and giant trees.

I love that it's meant to be played casually...you can pick it up for three minutes or three hours. It's great getting sucked into a game, but sometimes it can get frustrating when I just don't have the time to play it to the next save point. This seems like an easy game to pick up and put down. This is important, because this makes the playing experience enjoyable and not too stressful, the way all games should be! The games are targeted toward female gamers ages 25 and older. This is not something you see everyday - it's intriguing and only makes me want it more. Zenses is also controlled by the stylus only, a nice touch. Check out the website to see screenshots and features of the games.

WANT TO WIN? One winner will receive a copy of Zenses Ocean and Rainforest. To enter, leave a comment on this post prior to Monday, December 29th at Midnight. Tell me either what your favorite video game is or your favorite way to relax. Please leave your email address. Winner must provide a U.S. mailing address.

Thank you to Family Review Network for this review opportunity.