When asked which games kept this portion of clientele coming back for more, Stone had one quick answer. Sports games involving hockey and football have proven to be the most popular among students. This may seem somewhat strange, since sports are usually associated with team activities and social interaction. But Kline said sports video games are most often played alone, without a group of companions. Though video game playing may seem like an anti-social activity created by the fact that only one or two people can play at once, in reality, it can be a social activity as well.
Many serious players gather and stage video game competitions and tournaments of all varieties.
Others simply consider it is a guilt-free escape from the real world. If I had a girlfriend I might feel differently, but I don't. But some students feel that playing video games should take a backseat or come in second to social and their academic commitments. Of course, a sign of a true addict is reluctance to admit to their problem. All rights reserved.