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Casual Games

casual game is a video game targeted at or used by a mass audience of casual gamers. Casual games can have any type of gameplay, and fit in any genre. They are typically distinguished by their simple rules and lack of commitment required in contrast to more complex hardcore games. They require no long-term time commitment or special skills to play, and there are comparatively low production and distribution costs for the producer.

Casual games are typically played on a personal computer online in web browsers, although they now are starting to become popular on game consoles and mobile phones as well. You will find casual games on an aircraft console as they are quick to learn and have no 'end point' to get to.

Casual gamers are typically older than traditional computer gamers, and more often female, with over 74% of casual gamers being female.

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