Exergaming-based Esports Intervention for Older Adults in Hong Kong: A Non-Randomized Controlled Trail Study

This study evaluated the effects of an exergaming-based esports intervention using the Nintendo Switch™ Fitness Boxing game among older adults in Hong Kong. Over eight weeks, participants in the exergaming group showed significant improvements in physical fitness (lower body strength, agility, aerobic endurance), cognitive performance (attention and executive function), and enjoyment of physical activity compared to a control group. However, no significant changes were observed in flexibility, upper body strength, or loneliness levels. These findings suggest that combining exercise and gaming can support healthier aging through physical and cognitive benefits.

Older adults can engage in exergaming, like Fitness Boxing, to improve physical fitness and cognitive health while enjoying the activity. Regular sessions combining physical and cognitive challenges could promote overall well-being, though further research is needed for long-term effects.