Gaming

Gaming – Why the Appeal?

The life of a Singaporean student is packed with school lessons, co-curricular activities (CCAs), tuition, and other enrichment courses and remedial classes. After a long day, it is no wonder some students choose to relax and de-stress by playing computer games.

 Have you ever wondered why computer gaming is so appealing?

Gamers can play for hours because the games:

• Have impressive graphics and sound
• Use motion controllers, which makes game play very realistic
• Have engaging storylines
• Allow players to play and compete with friends and even other players around the world simultaneously

In itself, computer gaming is simply a mode of entertainment and relaxation for an individual, a group, or a family. But, it becomes a cause for concern when the gamer goes out of control and allows the game to hinder important priorities in his life.

There are many genres of games available in the market, but the most addictive genre is the Massively Multiplayer Online Games (MMOGs). Audition, Blackshot, MapleStory and World of Warcraft are some of the popular MMOGs in Singapore.

Credit: Media Literacy Council Singapore