Women over age 40 who play casual games:

  • 67 percent play casual games at least four times per week
  • About half (47 percent) play every day
  • About 60 percent or more would rather play a casual game than talk on the phone, knit or do other projects at home (such as building or painting)
  • About 50 percent would rather play casual games than go to a movie or spend time cooking

Men and women ages 18 and over who play casual games:

  • 64 percent do so as a way to unwind and relax
  • 53 percent do so for stress relief
  • 42 percent cite the activity as a way to keep his/her mind sharp
  • Among those with children, 75 percent see educational benefits for their children who play casual games

[via RealNetworks]