Have you ever considered learning how to play casino games as you drift off into a deep sleep? It may sound ridiculous, but ASMR casino game videos are becoming more popular with punters by the day. You could learn something new or simply relax.
If you’ve spent any amount of time traversing the internet, there’s a good chance you’ve come across ASMR videos. Whether on YouTube, TikTok or Instagram, ASMR has taken the world by storm by providing comfort, relaxation, and even education.
As ASMR creators constantly look for new ways to entertain and relax their listeners, some have even started teaching others how to play real money and free casino games. But does ASMR really work, or is it simply a case of whispering and placebo?
Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response, better known as ASMR, is an entire genre on YouTube where the aim is total relaxation.
Video creators, also known as ASMRtist (the combination of ‘ARMR’ and ‘artist’), use whispering, tapping, scratching, and other gentle sounds to provide tingling sensations in the body.
If you search the phrase “ASMR” on YouTube, you’ll find millions of videos, ranging from only a few minutes long to hours in length. Many of these videos have millions of views as this type of video tends to be replayed again and again.
Unfortunately, not everyone experiences ASMR in the sense that they get tingles or shivers, but anyone can enjoy the relaxing qualities it offers. Some use these videos to relax, while others prefer to listen to ASMR while they work, as it can help with concentration.
Many use videos that include white noise as a way to fall asleep at night. Everyone from babies to teens and anxious adults can use these creations to relax, trigger dopamine and zen out.
Before the phrase “ASMR” was first coined in 2010 by Jennifer Allen, videos already existed on YouTube but were called “whispering videos”. Many used these videos to highlight everyday noises that were relaxing and described as unintentional ASMR.
In fact, this subgenre is so popular because it can be just about anywhere. For instance, the famous scene of Woody being mended in the first Toy Story film is an example of unintentional ASMR. It’s relaxing without even trying.
One place where this type of ASMR shines is in casino ASMR videos. The majority of these videos feature live dealer games. There are hundreds of casino-related videos that exist where the shuffling of the cards and the soft speech of the live dealer create a calming environment.
According to a 2022 study by Experimental Brain Research, ASMR can affect mood, attention rate, heart rate, skin conductance, and EEG in healthy young adults.
Based on the group of participants in the study, it was found that experiencing ASMR can bring about a better mood, which makes relaxing easier. It can also boost excitement and calmness while lowering feelings of stress and sadness.
More than just a mood booster, ASMR seemed to have an effect on cognitive abilities, too. The ability to pay attention and make better decisions were both raised by watching and listening to ASMR for as little as 15 minutes.
Dr. Franziska Apprich, from Queens University Belfast, conducted her own study and found that ASMR helped students learn new information more easily. Thanks to the relaxed state of the brain, much like meditation but without the “out of body experience”, ASMR helped open the mind up to learning by lowering stress levels.
You may be wondering what ASMR and casino games have in common. Currently, YouTube is filled with roleplay videos where the creators act out casino scenarios. Often, you, as the viewer, are the player, and they are the dealer. The incorporation of sounds like shuffling cards and tapping are very popular.
There are also plenty of videos taken from live casino sessions where games like live craps are being played, and the relaxing state of the environment provides an ASMR experience.
What’s becoming even more popular is ASMR videos teaching others how to play different casino games. Given that ASMR helps take in new information, this could be the perfect way to learn the rules of a game without even thinking about it. Or you could simply enjoy the relaxation it provides before you drift off to sleep.
Here are 5 videos that can teach you how to play while also relaxing you.
Matty Tingles is a popular ASMR creator who walks you through the game of blackjack, much like a live dealer would. This video combines roleplay and education with a dark background and runs for just over 28 minutes. You get to “practice” as he walks you through the game and learn the rules which makes it perfect for visual learners.
ASMR Jeremiah has a number of casino-related ASMR videos on his channel, and in one of his most popular videos, he guides you through a game of high limit roulette. The video features a professional-looking roulette set-up and helps you learn more about the betting options in a roleplay environment that live dealer casino fans will find very familiar.
ASMR Collect 'N' Play is a video game enthusiast who features different types of games on his channel. He is popular for a video where he visits a virtual poker room for educational and entertainment purposes. Using a personalised poker avatar, he discusses the rules and walks you through the different steps of playing Texas Hold’Em in a calming and soothing manner.
While experienced online casino fans take playing slots for granted, there is actually a lot to learn. ASMR Collect 'N' Play has another popular series of videos where he plays the Vending Machine slot by Hacksaw Gaming. This video is more than 37 minutes long and includes wagering at Stake.com, gentle sounds, and gameplay commentating. We can only hope that he adds a section where he covers Gridders slots soon so we can learn more about this exciting new genre of casino game while we relax.
If you want to learn something different, Chycho spends 37+ minutes providing information about the game of Street Dice. This “simplified Craps game” is fun and interesting to play but does require knowing the rules before you play. Chycho talks in a soft-spoken, calming voice and will even play through a few rounds to help new players understand.
It is clear that ASMR has many benefits for those who enjoy the tingles and relaxation these videos provide. Plus, if you’re looking for a new way to learn more about casino games, these videos could be the key to becoming a casino pro while also finding your zen.
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