http://mindhacks.com/2008/05/30/in-the-midst-of-the-video-game-fury/ Neuroscience and psychology news and views. Sun, 19 May 2013 06:21:58 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ http://mindhacks.com/2008/05/30/in-the-midst-of-the-video-game-fury/#comment-6629 Mon, 02 Jun 2008 20:23:56 +0000 http://mindhacksblog.wordpress.com/2008/05/30/in-the-midst-of-the-video-game-fury/#comment-6629 Vaughan -
As an adult RPG/strategy game enjoyer, I have to agree that the aptitude and other skills such as memorization and analytical skills certainly come into regular ‘play’ while engaging in a video game. Also, decision making and creative explorations not available in real life may be of a psychological benefit, not to mention the social aspects of live gaming and team attributes. Whatever detriment might minimally be at play here, is barely relevant, as the largest growing portion of this market is the adult gamer. Adults also enjoy tobacco and alcohol (and too much food) I doubt even conclusive findings would damage the video game industry by much. Personally, I hope all findings are of a beneficial nature, because the larger the market gets — the more entertaining my game experience becomes.
- KAS

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