Surrounded by many of my notable hobbies, going out, spending time on the computer, sports, reading , music, etc⦠there is one that stands out amongst the rest. On my free time I casually play computer, video, and/or casual games. Videogames are played for the sake of entertainment. Whether they are played on a television or a computer they still attract millions of people to take part in this activity every day. In fact they are one of the most popular leisure activities in the world. By playing a simple game maybe 30 minutes to 1 hour a day can vastly improve your thinking skills (Russell). By simple game I mean a game that is very easy to learn but incredibly hard to master. Games like Solitaire and Tetris.
The Technological PhenomenonAlthough playing games may not be my greatest accomplishment I feel that it helped me in unforeseen ways. I first discovered my hobby ever since I was a child; I was introduced to my very first gaming console the basic NES which is short for Nintendo Entertainment System.
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Video GamesAs the gaming industry moved on so did I. Within the time span of 10~15 years, the gaming industry has grown to new heights and the complexity of games themselves has evolved at a quick rate this phase is commonly referred to as "The Next Generation" (Stahl). This era of video games introduced the very first 32-bit, 64-bit, and 128-bit processors designed in home console machines. This period is filled with advances in technology that enables more "realistic and immersive experiences for gamers."(Stahl). Video games of all sorts are a 10-billion dollar industry and is continuing to grow.
The Positive EffectsIn the past video games have been blamed for making kids obese, introducing them to sex and violence, and shifting them...