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Grandie Games Surpasses 10,000 Downloads, Strengthening Family Bonds Through Play

‍Multiplayer gaming fuels engagement on Grandie Games, offering seniors and families a secure, scam-free way to connect.

‍[Minneapolis, MN – March 25, 2025] – GrandPad, Inc., the Minnesota-based company dedicated to connecting seniors through safe, easy-to-use tech solutions, announces that its mobile gaming app, Grandie Games, has surpassed 10,000 downloads across the Google Play and Apple App Stores in just three months. On average, players return to the app more than twice per day, with each session lasting about ten minutes, demonstrating high engagement and retention. Designed for seniors, friends and families, Grandie Games brings the classic games people love on the GrandPad to a wider audience through a free-to-play mobile app that is fun, scam-free and accessible for all ages.

“Grandie Games was designed to bring generations together through play,” said Isaac Lien, Co-Founder and Chief AI & Product Officer at GrandPad. “We’re thrilled to reach this important milestone, but what excites us most is seeing players return again and again to connect with family and friends. It’s a testament to the power of simple and safe social gaming.”

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‍A Mobile Gaming Experience Built for All Generations
Unlike conventional classic games apps that are often cluttered with intrusive ads and complex interfaces, Grandie Games prioritizes simplicity and security, making it easy for seniors, friends, and families to enjoy time together. The app features:

  • Timeless Classics: Play Chess, Checkers, Solitaire, Slots, and Yahtzy, with more games on the way
  • Scam-Free Gameplay: No pop-ups, no intrusive ads—just pure gaming
  • Secure Multiplayer Mode: Play safely with family and friends, a fun way for generations to connect
  • Simple, Intuitive Design: Large text and intuitive controls make it easy for players of all ages to enjoy
  • Cognitive Stimulation: Entertaining and helps reduce loneliness

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Engagement and Growth Trends
Grandie Games is bringing more families together through social gaming. While Solitaire is the most popular game, multiplayer engagement surpasses single-player gameplay. Checkers leads as the top multiplayer game, and since the start of 2025, players have logged over 10,000 multiplayer matches. People are choosing to play together rather than alone, highlighting a growing preference for shared experiences. For seniors, multiplayer games offer more than entertainment—they keep the mind active and build meaningful connections that support overall well-being.

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What’s New in Grandie Games?
GrandPad continues to improve Grandie Games with regular updates that enhance gameplay and bring new ways to play. The latest updates introduce:

  • Western-Themed Slots Game: Step into the Wild West with a new slot game featuring auto-spin function, bonus spins and a fun new character, Bramble the Cowboy
  • Daily Free Prize Wheel: Players can spin to win in-game rewards like limited items, coins, and experience points
  • Auto Login: Streamlined access for GrandPad companion app users, making it quicker to jump into a game

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About GrandPad

GrandPad is a pioneering digital health company dedicated to eliminating senior loneliness by connecting aging adults to their loved ones through simple, safe and stress-free solutions. Designed specifically for those aged 75+, the company’s all-in-one tablet and phone features built-in LTE, intuitive navigation, and essential tools like voice and video calling, photo sharing, music, games and more. It has touched the lives of more than a million people (seniors, family members and caregivers) in over 130 countries. With thousands of 5-star reviews, GrandPad is transforming how seniors stay connected, engaged, and independent.

For more information, visit www.grandpad.net.