Ahead of the Game -- Tess Gommers

 

I haven’t a lot of experience with computer games. It doesn’t grab me and I don’t enjoy playing games at all, but I can imagine why a lot of people do like it.

Computer games are very attractive designed. It has elements of action, problem-solving and virtual connection with others. Besides playing computer games can be fun, it can also be an escape from all the things that give you stress on your daily life. Therefore, playing games can be used for relaxation and a way of avoiding problems for a while. The virtual world with a lot of fantasy elements feels then great to be in. This is the dangerous part of gaming. Science showed that computer games are very addictive. Especially if you have a negative self-image or less social contacts. It removes negative feelings but don’t resolve the underlying cause. Another reason why it can be difficult to stop gaming is social pressure when a game is played in a team.





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  1. Shiho MatsuuraOctober 3, 2022 at 6:39 PM

    I agree your ideas. Doing computer games is quite enjoyable so I'm able to understand why people love them.

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  2. David WoodfieldOctober 6, 2022 at 6:23 PM

    Insightful comments, Tess. Yes I can see that in providing an absorbing and exciting environment where many of your choices have significant effects, gaming provides an escape from real world stress. And yet as you say, once you take a break from the game your real world problems are still there to meet you.
    David :-)

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