| New consumer research shows that over half1 of Gen Z and Gen Y believe phones are damaging their mindset, and almost 60%2 admit that doomscrolling has a negative impact on their attention span. Over 50%3 of young people also say their attention span is worse than it was five years ago. The study further reveals that 89%4 of Brits use their phone while watching TV. Despite widespread concern about the negative cognitive effects of social media, 27% of Gen Z still believe watching TikToks and Reels is beneficial for their logical thinking. - 55% in Northern Ireland, 41% in Scotland and 35% in Wales believe phones are damaging their mindset.
- 53% in Northern Ireland, 41% in Scotland and 43% in Wales say doomscrolling negatively impacts their attention span.
- 61% in Northern Ireland, 48% in Scotland and 52% in Wales report their attention span is worse than 5 years ago.
- 63% in Northern Ireland, 66% in Scotland and 57% in Wales prefer logic-based games over mindless social media scrolling.
“I’ve always wanted to make mentally rewarding games that leave players feeling good about how they’ve spent their time,” said Ste Curran, creator of puzzle game Mindset GO!. “The data clearly shows that many people believe excessive social media and phone use is negatively impacting their mental wellbeing and focus, while logic-based games are increasingly seen as a positive, mindful alternative. With the start of a new year – when people are thinking about self-care, mood-boosting habits and healthier routines – there’s a real appetite for a digital reset, and Mindset GO! can offer that alternative.” Against this backdrop, World Logic Day – which celebrates reasoning, critical thinking and the foundations of rational thought – feels particularly timely. Many consumers say they actively associate logic-based games and puzzles with a positive mindset, with over 60%5 of Brits choosing puzzles and logic-based games over mindless scrolling as a healthier way to engage with screens. One such logic-based puzzle game is Mindset GO!, a free-to-play puzzle game for web and mobile, designed to challenge the brain and reward players by turning spare moments into meaningful play. Built around an innovative Venn-diagram-based puzzle mechanic, Mindset GO! challenges players to think visually and logically by sorting shapes according to shared attributes. The game blends logic, reasoning, observation and order — making it easy to start playing but increasingly challenging to master. Unlike passive scrolling, logic-based puzzle games have been shown in wider research to support cognitive engagement and mental stimulation – aligning with growing public interest in brain-training games and apps, mindful phone use, and digital wellbeing. Mindset GO! offers mentally rewarding, short-form and accessible puzzle gameplay without the time pressure often seen in other games, allowing players to solve puzzles at their own pace. As World Logic Day encourages people to celebrate thoughtful reasoning, the message from consumers is clear: in a world of infinite scrolling, many prefer experiences that challenge the mind, support focus and leave them feeling better. Puzzle fans can download the Mindset GO! app for free on iPhone and Android via the App Store and Google Store, or have a taster of the game online via a web browser. |
