The growing use of video games has raised concerns about their impact on mental health, with debates surrounding gaming disorders and the World Health Organization's inclusion of such disorders in the ICD-11. While research suggests a potential harmful effect of video games on mental well-being, causal mechanisms remain unclear.
Read MoreVideo games have emerged as potent tools for fostering moral development, allowing players to explore ethical dilemmas in a controlled environment. Through gameplay, individuals can experiment with behaviors and decisions without real-world consequences.
Read MoreVideo games, evolving from classics like 'Pong' and 'Space Invaders', offer more than mere entertainment; they cultivate critical skills essential for leadership. Games like 'Fallout', 'Tetris', 'World of Warcraft', and 'Civilization' immerse players in complex scenarios demanding strategic planning, adaptability, and teamwork — skills vital in both gaming and real-world leadership. Integrating video games into training enhances communication through multiplayer interactions and refines strategic decision-making in risk-free environments.
Read MoreThe article "Level up: exploring the artistic side of video game design" by Angelica Frey delves into the emergence of video games embracing illustration and painterly art to create captivating visual experiences.
Read MoreThe article explores the relationship between video games and traditional narratives like novels and films. While initially seen as fundamentally different, video games, according to scholar Eric Hayot, must be understood alongside novels to grasp their full cultural significance.
Read MoreCollaborations between gaming experts, academics and health authorities have resulted in several promising approaches to using games to engage people in the challenging field of vaccine education.
Read MoreAfter eight months of planning and mission rehearsal, all five U.S. Special Operations Command components did just that for the first time in conjunction with the 16th annual Air Force Special Operation Command hosted Emerald Warrior exercise.
Read MoreNow mainstream developers are leveling up - increasingly considering accessibility when designing their games, whether to accommodate a visual impairment, a motor control issue or an anxiety disorder. "A lot more people want to play games and we want people to play games."
Read MoreKids spend time online on games and on their gaming consoles. According to CNET, kids are learning helpful financial skills and a life skill or two, in video games like Animal Crossing and Minecraft.
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