Skip to main content

New study reveals that games do not directly impact our well-being

For years, videogames were always criticized as something harmful and even harmful to health, even if there was not enough evidence to support these accusations. With the passage of time, new research began to come out that pointed out the opposite, that is, this hobby actually granted a few benefits for those who enjoyed him. It seems the tale of never ending, but a recent study suggests that there is not really a connection between videogames, and the time we dedicate them to our quality of life and well-being.

Matti Vuorre, Researcher at the Oxford Internet Institute, and other experts on the subject, recently published a new investigation in which they speak about the impact of videogames in our well-being. Basically, it was concluded that, no matter how long we dedicate ourselves to this pastime, there is no solid evidence that it is directly affecting our quality of life.

Specifically, VUORRE and the team of it analyzed the behavior pattern of 38 thousand players through six popular games, among which are:

  • Animal Crossing: New Horizons

  • Apex Legends

  • Forza Horizon 4

  • Gran Turismo Sport

  • Outrifers

Escaping video game addiction: Cam Adair at TEDxBoulder - The Crew 2

Although the time that these users invert you to these games has no direct relationship with the previously mentioned factors, the analysis indicates that what does matter are the motivations of the users. That is, it does not matter as much as long as these games invest, but the quality of them. In the words of vuorre :

On the other hand, the motivations of the players during these constant gaming sessions associated with their well-being, suggesting that the quality of the games is more important for their well-being than the amount.

VUORRE notes that this type of studies is of the utmost importance so that video game developers manage to understand the average Gamer behavior behavior and can mold their experiences to obtain better results. Finally, this researcher declares that, although he still lacks evidence to reinforce this hypothesis, he is almost certain that the results obtained are accurate.

Editor s note: Many of the points that touches this research make sense, and although in the past you have left other studies that claim that video games have a positive impact on the mental health of who plays them, this investigation rather It is focused on well-being and up to a point, the quality of life of the average gamer. Will all those yellow notes that seek to blame the games of everything will disappear?

Source: Matti Vuorre

Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Diablo Immortal: Focus on mobile, PC port with defects

Diablo Imortal appears on June 2, 2022 and the Blizzard developers use the time until the release to grind the mobile version, The PC port for the simultaneous beta and of course also to make it clear to to stir the advertising drum. For example, Game Director Wyatt Cheng recently took the time to answer questions from the Community about Diablo Immortal in the discord channel of the Immortal Reddits (via Wowhead). Diablo Immortal: Recap of Q&A with Wyatt Cheng The topics of Q&A revolved around class replenishment, regions, PC port, API, Legendarys and character places, among other things. Here are the most important findings from the question and answer session. Solo players will reach limits here and there in Diablo Immortal, but thanks to the beta feedback, there are now significantly more content that is suitable for solo players. Work is still being carried out on the mouse and keyboard control. The PC version of Immortal will be in a beta phase for the releas...
Post a Comment
Read more

Relaxable as Minecraft: Clean up game storms Steam

In the Steam charts, a new chill game holds a move and convinces playing with a simple concept: unpacking and giving objects. But even console owners and owners come to their costs. Unpacking: Relaxed tidying up steam user Just a day is Unpacking outdoors and already climbs it in the list of current Steam topseller. There, the indie game is currently comfortable next to the Guardians of the Galaxy and enjoys its very positive evaluations. In the reviews for the game is praised above all the beautiful pixel style as well as the general atmosphere that invites you to relax. There are no time NOT or even a wealth of side quests that make you pressure. It s just about unpacking items from boxing and give you a new place. Boring is unpacking but by no means. Some describe that hours in the game like minutes feel, because they are completely drawn in the bann of the games. (Source: Steam Topseller, Unpacking Reviews) That s why it s in unpacking Unpacking deals with the topic of cha...
Post a Comment
Read more

Dynamo Dresden collects last minute

Dynamo Dresden has not yet completely averted the direct descent from the 2nd Bundesliga. The Saxons had to be satisfied with a 1-1 (0: 0) in the home game against Jahn Regensburg on Saturday, but with 31 points there are hardly any more relegation rank 16. Christoph Daferner (73.) scored 1-0 for the hosts, Andreas Albers (88th), the equalization was achieved. Erzgebirge Aue can still pass Dynamo with three wins. FC Ingolstadt is determined as a relegation. However, the distance from Dynamo to SV Sandhausen in position 15 is seven points, so that Dresden must adjust to the relegation duel against the third of the 3rd division. Already in the sixth minute, Michael Akoto put a shot against the latte for a first exclamation mark from the host's perspective. The Dresdeners started with a lot of vigor, but the game flattened out in the further course. Goal opportunities remained in short supply on both sides. Akoto was only involved again in the 43rd minute, but he did not hit ...
Post a Comment
Read more