Indonesian Journal of Global Health research
Vol 7 No 4 (2025): Indonesian Journal of Global Health Research

The Impact of Game-Based and Digital Interventions on Cognitive, Emotional, and Physical Health Outcomes in Older Adults: A Systematic Review

Nurmalaningsih, Ucik (Unknown)
Haryanto, Joni (Unknown)
Fauziningtyas, Rista (Unknown)
Choiriyah, Lilik (Unknown)
Basri, Basri (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
01 Aug 2025

Abstract

The aging population faces increasing risks of cognitive decline, depression, and reduced physical capacity. Innovative interventions such as game-based systems, experiential learning, and eHealth solutions offer promising strategies to promote healthy aging by enhancing cognitive, emotional, and physical health among older adults. Aim: This study aims to review and analyze the effectiveness of various game-based, experiential, and digital interventions on cognitive function, emotional well-being, and physical health outcomes in elderly populations. Methods: A systematic analysis was conducted on ten studies involving older adults, including randomized controlled trials, pilot studies, cohort studies, and meta-analyses. The studies investigated interventions such as cognitive games, recollection-based occupational therapy, experiential puzzle games, GAMotion, eHealth platforms, and dance-based rehabilitation. Intervention durations ranged from two sessions to twelve months, with diverse sample sizes and settings. Result:The interventions demonstrated significant improvements in cognitive functioning, reductions in depression and anxiety, enhanced physical capacity, improved quality of life, and increased social engagement. Game-based and experiential activities showed high adherence rates, suggesting good feasibility and acceptance among older adults. However, several studies were limited by small sample sizes and non-blinded assessments. Game-based, experiential, and digital interventions effectively promote cognitive, emotional, and physical well-being in older adults. These approaches are feasible, well-received, and offer valuable strategies for supporting active and healthy aging. Future research should focus on large-scale, long-term studies to confirm and extend these findings.

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IJGHR

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Education Health Professions Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Nursing Public Health

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