The project was adapted into a feature-length documentary narrated by and released on Prime Video in early 2023. It specifically tracks four world-class competitors: Kassa Korley: Chess Master (USA). Ryoei Hirano: Mahjong player (Japan). Ben Pridmore: Former World Memory Champion (UK). Sherry Nhan: Professional Street Fighter gamer (USA). Academic Context
The experiment followed 77 competitive mind gamers from 21 countries over a four-month period, during which they integrated regular physical training into their routines. The study results revealed significant improvements: Mind Games - The Experiment
Anxiety levels dropped by 43% , while confidence increased by 44% . Focus: Concentration levels improved by 33% . The Documentary The project was adapted into a feature-length documentary
"" is a research-based documentary and study commissioned by ASICS . The study, led by Professor Brendon Stubbs from King’s College London, investigated whether regular physical exercise could enhance the performance and cognitive function of elite "mind athletes" (gamers specializing in chess, Mahjong, memory sports, and eSports). Key Research Findings Ben Pridmore: Former World Memory Champion (UK)
International rankings improved by 75% on average.