So if you are like me then the corporate higher ups have inked a company policy that all computers loaded with Microsoft Windows will have the games removed.  No Solitaire, No Hearts in short no fun at work!  Those slave drivers up in the front office want to feel confident that you are working hard to make sure there is plenty of profit sharing and 401K money to plunder for their own toga personal birthday parties.

But what if Old Scrooge sitting up there in his luxurious office with private bathroom and private hot tub with the cute young secretary right outside his office could be convinced that playing a casual game on the computer would actually help you be more productive and increase creativity?  According to a study performed by WorldWinners 76 percent of those who play intermittently at work report improved performance on the job.  The survey, which involved more than 500 players who compete at WorldWinner.com, reveals surprising new reasons workers take time out of their day to play casual games. Among them, more than 80 percent of respondents who play online games during the workday feel better-focused on work as a result of periodic mental breaks associated with game play, 76 percent report improved productivity, and 72 percent rely on game breaks to reduce job-related stress.  Survey respondents represent a wide cross-section of the workforce. Nearly 60 percent of respondents are employed full-time, with 32 percent self-employed. Further, almost half are employed outside of the home while some 33 percent work within the home. The top three industries represented include retail/wholesale trade (11%), healthcare (8%) and education (7%) – while IT vocations accounted for just 5 percent. Sales and general administration were the top two functional areas reported, with career level varying widely from executives to administrative staff.

“When I need a break during the workday, I often turn to online skill games to recharge my brain,” said WorldWinner player Jeff R. “I’ve found that taking a few minutes and challenging myself with a word game, puzzle, sports or card game can really boost my productivity; I return to work with a fresh perspective and improved creativity. Playing games can also get me revved up before starting a big project – especially when I win!”

“This survey further reinforces the growth trends we are seeing in the online games industry; increasingly, people are turning to these games for more than entertainment,” said Peter Blacklow, president, WorldWinner. “Our games are designed to be played in quick spurts by players at virtually any skill level; and we continue to expand our games portfolio with this diverse consumer in mind. It’s a great compliment to us that today’s workers are logging on and finding not only fast-paced competitions and exciting tournaments, but also creative inspiration.”

If you want to read more visit WorldWinner at their website.
 

Via Press Release