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EPISODE · Jul 19, 2025 · 10 MIN

111 | A Japanese gaming tournament crowns its 73-year-old winner

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A 73-year-old Tekken gamer proves you're never too old for video games -- and it may even be healthy for your brain! Gaming in their golden years: why millions of seniors are playing video games (Adrienne Matei, The Guardian, Jul 14, 2025) 73-Year-Old Grandma Wins Tekken 8 Tournament as Panda (Alina Joan Ito, Tokyo Weekender, Jul 17, 2025) Tekken (Wikipedia) 73-year-old takes the crown in Japan's old-folks-only Tekken 8 tournament, beating out a 93-year-old vet and a sprightly up and comer of 63 years (Mollie Taylor, PC Gamer, Jul 16, 2025) Instagram: @condensedsouppodcast [email protected]

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