Gamers use Animal Crossing and Pokémon for mental health

Cosy gaming helps people to unwind and relaxWhen she was growing up, Danii felt she was "a bit odd" and struggled to fit in.
But discovering cosy gaming handed her a lifeline.
Cosy games such as Animal Crossing, Unpacking and Stardew Valley are different to traditional games – often featuring relaxing tasks, cute characters and more creative control for players.
Many gamers are now reporting that it helps with their mental health.
Are cosy games good for you?According to mental health charity Mind Cymru, cosy gaming can provide a coping mechanism for people dealing with mental health issues, and is also a good way of practising mindfulness.
Mum-of-five Danii Wills, 32, from Rhondda Cynon Taf, has anxiety and depression and has recently been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
She started gaming when she was young, and later turned to role-playing games such as Pokémon Red and The Sims, both of which are seen by many as cosy games.