Adults Quote by Shigeru Miyamoto
“Games are a trigger for adults to again become primitive, primal, as a way of thinking and remembering. An adult is a child who has more ethics and morals, that's all. I am not creating a game. I am in the game. The game is not for children, it is for me. It is for an adult who still has a character of a child.”
About This Quote
Play reawakens innate, instinctive ways of perceiving and remembering, allowing adults to reconnect with childlike curiosity while retaining mature ethical frameworks.
In simple terms: Games revive primal thinking in adults.
Key Takeaway
Play bridges childlike wonder and adult responsibility.
Themes
play
nostalgia
identity
ethics
creativity
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- designing adult‑focused games
- team‑building workshops
- creative problem‑solving sessions
Key Concepts
primitive cognition
moral development
self‑reflection
Practical Applications
- use games to stimulate innovative thinking in professional settings
Questions to Reflect On
- How can play be structured to preserve ethical maturity?
- What aspects of childhood cognition are most valuable for adult decision‑making?
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