Can video games incite violence? Find out the truth

Recently, there was a tragedy that shook the whole of Brazil, in which several children were killed due to an attack by a murderer on a daycare center. From then on, with fake news spreading across the internet, many people began to believe that games violent would have been the cause or at least an influence for the murderer.

It is understandable that older people with less knowledge about technology are caught by this lie, however, it is always important to remember that this is not true.

Individuals who are “triggered” by games have some underlying psychological problem and would therefore have been influenced by any other form of media, such as a film, series or book. However, the common mistake many people make is to believe that violent games, films or series are the only ones that trigger young people.

People with negative psychological predispositions may be motivated to commit acts of violence regardless of the genre of the stimulus. Now that this issue has been lightly addressed, it is important to discuss the real incentives, that is, the skills developed by certain game genres.

Influences on skills generated by 4 game genres

Shooting games

While discussing recent events that have created an aura of mystery around violent games, especially shooters, it was mentioned that this is simply a myth.

In fact, shooting games stimulate areas of the brain responsible for accuracy, perception and rapid command – skills highly valued by employers.

Furthermore, considering the most popular shooting games, they also have the ability to develop skills in teamwork, coordination, and strategy.

Fighting, racing or sports games

In addition to shooting games, there are other genres of games that also involve motor skills and quick responses. As anyone can see, games that promote quick responses can develop the same skills mentioned above.

Additionally, many of these games can help in the development of critical sensethat is, the ability to understand things as a whole and plan based on that understanding.

Strategy games

Obviously, there is no need to comment too much on this item on the list. After all, these games are great for developing strategic thinking in their players. But beyond that, as everyone knows, it is not enough to implement a strategy if you do not put it into practice.

Therefore, the player must be able to organize themselves, think long-term and execute their actions at the right time. For multiplayer games, such as “LoL”, it is also necessary to have coordination and communication between players.

Adventure games

With the exception of competitive games, this is the most popular genre among gamers. After all, who wouldn’t want to experience an adventure in a new and magnificent world? Games of this genre can develop players’ ability to come up with creative solutions, investigation, comprehension and logic.

Furthermore, there are games, like “Minecraft”, for example, that need no introduction, just search the internet for players’ constructions and you will know what we are talking about.