Summary:
- The article discusses a study from the University of Montreal which suggests that playing 3D platformer video games like *Super Mario 64* can increase gray matter in the hippocampus.
- The research indicates that these spatial navigation tasks may help combat cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases by stimulating the brain's memory and navigation centers.
- While the findings are scientifically grounded in neuroplasticity research, the article uses a sensationalized tone to highlight the potential cognitive benefits of immersive 3D gaming environments.