Yes, video games can work well for Dutch immersion, but your options are narrower than for German. The Netherlands has a strong game-localization tradition, so many major titles include Dutch text and subtitles, though full Dutch voice acting is less common. Given your German background, you can likely skip beginner materials and jump straight into games with Dutch subtitles and menus.
Start with games that are text-heavy but low-pressure. Open-world and life-sim games (The Sims, Stardew Valley, Minecraft) often have Dutch language options and let you read at your own pace. RPGs with lots of dialogue (The Witcher 3, Skyrim) are excellent for reading practice, but check the language settings before buying; Dutch is sometimes text-only, not voiced. Racing and sports games usually have Dutch menus and commentary, which is good for vocabulary but less useful for sentence structure.
A practical workflow: set the game language to Dutch, keep a notebook or phone handy, and note recurring words. Don't pause to look up every word. Instead, finish a session, then review 5 to 10 new words. Use Dutch subtitles with English audio if available, or Dutch audio with Dutch subtitles for listening practice. Games with adjustable text speed and pause-friendly dialogue are best for your circadian rhythm issues, since you can play in short bursts.
Honest tradeoffs: game Dutch is often informal, repetitive, and sometimes poorly translated. You will learn slang and gaming terms, not formal writing. Also, many indie games lack Dutch localization entirely. Check the store page language list before buying, and prefer games you already know so you focus on language, not mechanics.
Concrete next steps: 1) Pick one game you have finished before and set it to Dutch. 2) Play for 20 to 30 minutes, then review new words. 3) Supplement with Dutch podcasts or news for formal input. 4) If you want structured progress toward Dutch Fluency, combine gaming with a spaced-repetition deck of words you encounter. This keeps immersion fun and prevents burnout.