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Controversial Topic Relating to Videogames Video games have been around for many of years. With the first videogame console dating all the way back to the 1970s. However, the first commercial arcade video game, “Computer Space” by Nutting Associates, was introduced in 1971. The videogames that we know now are nothing like they use to be back in the 70s. With 155 million videogame players worldwide and about 80% in which have a gaming console in their household (North). With the gaming industry…

What are the positives of playing video games? There many people who play video games and enjoy it. Some enter the work force developing video games for a living. And others buy the games to enjoy themselves. People see video games as a form of entertainment for their viewing and enjoyment after a long day at work or a way to distract their kids from causing a commotion. Since the creation of the first video game, being pong the game played by two opponents to see who could score passing…

Ever since I can remember video games have always been my escape. On my ninth birthday I received my xbox 360 and since that day I have never look back. With my xbox I have made memories and friendships that will last life a life time. Although some believe things in life are either good or bad, it can be seen through Xbox that things are both good and bad, but it’s the proportion between good and bad that matters, this can be seen through new games, finishing games, and new systems that proves…

Due to the fact that video game addiction has many of the same similarities with other addictions such as preoccupation, withdrawal symptoms, compulsions, and escapism, gamers can easily become fully immersed in the video game world. One study conducted by Jason C. Northrup at St.Mary’s University in Texas, examined the effects of gaming on married couples. Through interviews, surveys, and questionnaires, Northrup was able to analyze the negative social effects of gaming on marital relationships…

The first time I started playing video games was about when I was about six years old. I remember it was Christmas and my dad had just gotten me the Gameboy advance which was a pretty big deal back then. The game was Pokémon and it was the latest and newest game that most kids were playing or wanted to play. After a couple of hours of gameplay I noticed a couple of words that I didn’t know. Most of the time I wouldn’t bother my parents and asking them what they meant, instead I would grab the…

The History of Video Games and the Impact on Our Society from 1950-2000 Video games have had a large impact on our society over the decades. It has become one of the most popular interactive mediums in recent human history. Many people either have a home console or computer that they play video games on in their leisure time. The global video game industry today is now worth $99.6 billion, and is projected to be worth $118.6 billion by 2019 . How have video games become this popular? What…

Most kids nowadays are simply entertained by a simple video game. Whether the game be on a computer or on a gaming console. A majority of the video games today are filled with some form of violence. The violence in these games today can affect children early in their childhood. At an early age kids start playing video games by watching an adult or older sibling play them. Video games are a way of entertainment but sometimes too much time is spent on entertainment. In Dr. Phil 's article…

One of the possible negative side effects associated with playing video games is eye stress. Those who tend to play video games for extended periods of times are most likely staring at a computer or TV screen for long periods of time without taking that many breaks. This can be stressful on your eyes and can lead to, Computer Vision Syndrome , which is “The name for eye problems caused by computer use (WebMD, Computer Vision Syndrome).” The symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome include blurred…

Playstation seems a little confusing. The two consoles are both good but they don’t have things that the other console does. One thing that is kind of a big deal is that the Xbox has a whole game series called Halo. The Playstation has a game that the Xbox does not have as well but the game isn’t as well know. This game is Uncharted and it’s a series as well. Both the PS and Xbox have downloadable software which records gameplay so the user can make YouTube videos for free. The Xbox One…

Headshots: Violent video game and the targeting of our children The proliferation of violent subject matter in marketing and entertainment is nothing new. Mass media and its deluge of blood soaked mechanisms have long served as a form of entertainment for consumers in search of a release from their mundane lives. Multi-national corporations plot ways to hype their newest video game to consumers hungry for a more realistic experience. Game studios produce hyper-violent fairytales where humans…