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Computer games is it good or bad?

Hello everybody!

I created this kind of topic to affirm that computer games are good or bad? To know truth. 

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2 points

Hello my dear friends!

I think that computer games is good!

Because firstly we live in XXI century where everithing consist in technique. Then computer skills improve logical way of thinking.

Side: yes
2 points

Hello

Dear Lera!

I don't agree with you

firstly, this question discussed scientists and their approve that games not develop agressisng and it's normal condition to play virtual games

Our century created a lot of strategic games like "Alexander Macedonian"? it's very interesting and you should find solution, save your life and captures land. Also, this kind of games improve attention of kids.

Side: yes
2 points

I don't see what is wrong with the gaming industry and its products itself. Games can be educational, funny, emotional, all the things that a book or TV program can be. But I think the audience brings about many bad stereotypes. There are far too many foul mouthed 12 year olds playing 18 rated games (I think that's an M in America.) Naturally, this produces many people throwing baseless conjecture around, claiming that all games must be banned, and all children must fight with sticks and mud. I think there definitely is a problem with the gaming audience, not the games themselves.

Side: yes
kari(57) Disputed
2 points

I don't disagree with you fully.

I don't see what is wrong with the gaming industry and its products itself. Games can be educational, funny, emotional, all the things that a book or TV program can be. I agree with that.

And yes there are mistakes of the audiences.

But, the fact is the games made of erotic or violent contents make teenagers and adults stimulated and these games even have communication techniques.

These games are connecting the players!

Side: No
ChuckHades(3197) Disputed
2 points

What's wrong with a game being stimulating? I would suggest that the only reason we buy forms of media is for some sort of mental stimulation. And these games having communication is not an issue for the mature gamer. If a friend and I are playing a great game, then we will want to discuss this game. As previously mentioned, the problem is when immature, usually young gamers start abusing the communication system to swear and lower the overall quality. Perhaps tougher restrictions or firmer deterrents need to be introduced. But the mature gamer should not have to suffer as a result of some silly 12 year old bringing down the whole gaming community.

Side: yes
2 points

Though video games in violence are a step up from this http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eGl6OlSczdU&feature;=related

I still think for violence, it may be violent but most times of history are pretty violent. I know that those who grew up in the child friendly 60s and 70s they were not many violent video games. Yet they was fears of complete and utter nuclear destruction, some fun little genocides the Vietnam war. So I am sure If you had a choice for kids to go to Vietnam for real when they are 18 and play Russian roulette instead of video games that is your opinion. And those who say it rots the mind of children, yes maybe it does but if you are the parent then why give it to them. They have an age rating so the only ones to blame are the parents. Plus it is no different to TV. other than it is interactive.------Case closed, forgot to spell check

Side: yes
kari(57) Disputed
2 points

Yes, the parents have responsibility for these children using their identity to play violent games. I agree with that point.

But there is also the fault of the game industry.

First, games make it easy for children to play the games(less security and protection)

Second, if they did not create it, there would be no such things as child crime and teenagers playing violent games.

It's almost very identical to this

"No producer, no consumer."

If the industry does not provide us with so harmful games, there wouldn't have been such consequences.

Side: No
2 points

It's scientifically proven that computer games makes human brain work.

Side: yes
2 points

Yes!

I agree with all of us, video games make brain work. Simple example: "Playing chess". This kind of game we have in virtual world and it's more convenient because everytime you can find online partner.

Let's see! Fisrtly appeared simple games which developed reaction, attention of human after that appeared intelligent game which makes our brain work! Moreover,psychologist says that kid who play computer games has a broad outlook, has better scores in school and outperform their peers in mental development.

Side: yes
2 points

I'm disagree with you my dear friend!

Computer game doesn't harmful like another game.

About obesity, why exactly in front of games you can be thick? Anyway, you can read something and eat meals, it's depends on person's appetite (stop to eat or continue)

For example: "Cossacs", playing this game you can full your knowledge in history or «Grand tourismo», you can learn about car's structure, labels and etc...Also, child can develop intuition and child know what is reality and what is virtual!

Side: yes
2 points

It's not make them addicted!

Firstly, people know how to manage time!

The second argument is that, for playing games you can earn money. Nowadays we have a lot of computer clubs which arranges a match for a good board or competitions connected with games, you can get pleasure and get money for pleasure. (playing computer games)

Side: yes
2 points

Well, i've learnt a LOT from games. From money to history. From languages, to certain cultures. I learnt more about the world wars by playing the CoD games. It made me wonder and made me search certain things on the internet just by playing the game.

I know about materials and what's stronger which helped me in subjects like DT or Physics. Games like Minecraft helped me with creativity. And what if some sort of zombie apocalypse were to happen? The people who played games like Dead Island etc, would at least have SOME knowledge of how to survive.

Starcraft has taught me how to manage money.

There's so much some friends i have, who don't play games at all, don't know unless they researched it or was taught about it at school. And the majority of students finds school boring. Some games make it fun and at the same time you learn some new things. We were asked what a "quiver" was. 3 out of 20 odd students knew what it was only because they've played games which contained it. Surprising huh? Maybe my class is just that stupid..

There has also been research into how Gamers better surgeons than non-gamers. ;]

I've heard people say playing so many games can damage your eyes, but i've been playing games since the the first gameboy was released. And i still have pretty good vision. No glasses. I guess it depends on HOW they play. Some people play with their noses up against the screen. Obviously you shouldn't do that.

My point is, it's not a bad thing to game. If you're a PC gamer, you get into modding, and you learn how to program things, use the computer properly instead of just simply looking for porn or watching videos on youtube. You learn how to fix your computer. And in this age, technology is taking over and having more knowledge about it will definitely help.

But there are downsides. Hackers etc. They're just douche bags...

Side: yes
2 points

Why many people have so pessimistic opinion about games. I don't deny that some games are violent, and if you play too much it might lead to bad eyesight, obesity or make some people "aggressive" as some people said. But if it had only negative sides, games would be banned long ago. You shouldn't also deny that it has positive effects. If games are non-violent and if people don't play too much, you wouldn't think that it's bad. Or if you are balanced psychologically you can even play violent games without being aggressive.

Side: yes
2 points

It depends on what computer games that you are playing. If you play rob lox it is a good game because you learn to build things and also to script. Some computer games actually allow you to learn stuff while playing the game.

Side: YES
2 points

Computer games or the Console Dark Side.Definitely computer games.

Side: YES
1 point

Firstly, much better reaction is - it becomes a little faster and more agile, and secondly, shooting in small amounts can help to relax from daily work.(playing computer games)

Side: yes
1 point

Also playing computer games, child learn how to solve problem, find solution, children set themselves the goals.

Side: yes
1 point

So, the game like any other trainer develops some ability, but all is good in moderation.

Good shooters - reaction and speed of action

Good RPG (especially online RPG) - socialization

Good strategy - planning and strategic thinking

This industry is catching up with the movie. Games help relax.

Side: yes

Computer games keep kids occupied and off the street, so, they pose no harm.

Side: YES
1 point

My thoughts about computer games that firstly it destroyes the human eyes because people sit near computer so much time that they don't care about their health don't think about their eyes. Secondly it also affects on nervous system. Children becomes more aggressive and they cannot distiguish the real life and virtual. By the way computer games affect people like because they become addicted.

Side: No
1 point

By English statistics that shows 77% of parents they don't like while their children playing computer games.

Side: No
1 point

I agree with you that computer games are harmful for children. There are many causes of it. I can give example from my younger brother. First of all, it causes headache, destroys eyesight of children, makes them aggressive and angry. Moreover, if the child can't win in any game, he starts to express his negative mood on other people. Secondly, it is not useful, it just takes free time of children. During this time, they may do many useful things as reading books, go in for sport or do homework. The most horrible thing that as more the child plays computer games as more these games causes interests from him and he can't stopped it. I want to say that he may become possessed. That's why I think that we should protect children from computer games to save them from harmful effects.

Side: No
0 points

Hello, everyone.

My point of view is that computer games are bad for our mind condition, especially for the children. They always watch this violence things and it can harm their minds.

It doesn't really matter which computer games your kid play, 'cause all of them can provide stress and different types problems.

Side: yes
0 points

Hello, my dear Aigerim !

I'm sure that we can improve our logical, thinking and other skills without using computer and especially playing the PC games. We can read the books and scientific magazines.

Computers can definitely ruin your eyes and then you'll never cure your eyesight back. When children start to use the computer in really young age they will get this problem very soon.

Side: No
Alibek(31) Disputed
1 point

Hello, my dear "(what is your name by the way?)"

Firstly, just reading the books and scientific magazines doesn't improve your logical and other thinking skills, because reading doesn't make you think. You'll just get information. Whereas the game consist of problems and barrier which challenge you thinking to solve them.

Secondly, it is not the fact that games ruin eyes. Reading "the books and scientific magazines" might ruin eyes as well. I know many people with good eyesight even if they've played too much.

Curing eyes is also possible. If you didn't know read "the books and scientific magazines".

Side: yes
0 points

Games are addictive and they make our eyes, brains inactive.

Addiction is what is leading to such harmful disadvantages.

Because of addiction, it disturbs students from studying and adults from working.

Not only do games lower your social abilities, it brings about both physical and mental disorder.

Side: No
SoapyTurtle(22) Disputed
2 points

Where does this info come from? Video games make our brains inactive? Can I get some proof. You ever play Portal? Not the most difficult game but you sure can't play it with an inactive brain.

Side: yes
kari(57) Disputed
1 point

http://serendip.brynmawr.edu/exchange/node/1742

Go here and use your brain and read it and tell me what this means.

Akio Mori, a professor at Tokyo's Nihon University, conducted a recent study observing the effects of video games on brain activity. He divided 260 people into three groups: those who rarely played video games, those who played between 1 and 3 hours three to four times a week, and those who played 2 to 7 hours each day. He then monitored "the beta waves that indicate liveliness and degree of tension in the prefrontal region of the brain, and alpha waves, which often appear when the brain is resting"

Haha this is the proof!

Side: No
Xenu(30) Disputed
1 point

Also to the person who said "they make our brain inactive". I do play a lot of PC games and honestly that is when I think the most out of the whole day no kidding. The games some people like me play are essentially just more complicated versions of chess.

As for those one which require less thinking it is still making you think. Though not much the alternative to the person who would likely be on them and want to entertain themselves would be to watch TV or surf the net both pretty brain numbing and

ultimately pointless. But not wanting to engage our brain is one of the reasons we do it .

YEAH I SAID WE!!!

Side: yes
kari(57) Disputed
1 point

Playing games actually do make your brains run but it does not make your intelligence increase or anything. It just gives you more information about killing, spells, guns, cars, and so on. The only thing you can earn from gaming is violence and dealing. It makes you think but that does not tell us that it will benfit us in any way.

WATCHING TV AND INTERNET SURFING is way much informative and helpful compared to an activity you believe that you think the most while doing it. While surfing and watching you earn details of current issues and through documentaries you earn facts. But, the only thing you earn from games, needless information.

Side: No
BenWalters(1513) Disputed
1 point

Having done a research project on this, I've actually done a lot of research on this issue.

Games are not addictive. Just like anything else in our lives, they can be classified as 'habitually addictive', which basically means you just like doing it. The same can be said about sport, nice food, or clothes. Psychologists have also found that 'video game addictions' are not true addictions, they're simply habits.

It gives people an alternative to working or studying, it lets them choose what they want to do. Obviously that allows for a bad decision, but that's the persons decision to make. I myself have a games console, and games on my computer, yet I work hard. So your absolute assertion is incorrect. Obviously there are cases where it's true, but I see many successful gamers.

Not only do games lower your social abilities

How do games lower your social abilities? There are studies that show that people benefit from playing certain games, that require team work and communication.

it brings about both physical and mental disorder.

Again, any proof? To suggest that games bring about disorders is the sort of thing you should stay away from without certifying your statements.

Side: yes
Bohemian(3860) Disputed
1 point

Not only do games lower your social abilities

I must contend this. There is evidence that certain games actually improve social skills.

Source: http://www.popsci.com/entertainment-gaming/article/2008-07/gaming-improves-social-skills

What actually happens is that people with poor social skills are more apt to play video games as a means to kill time, whereas their more sociable counterparts are going places with friends. What some researchers see is that a lot of gamers have poor social skills and so they think that it is the games that cause it, but on the contrary those with poor social skills are more attracted to video games. If you took away video games those with poor social skills would simply find some other hobby to fill their time with.

it brings about both physical and mental disorder.

This is simply untrue. There is no evidence that video games cause mental or physical disorders.

Side: YES
0 points

Computer games harm the human body both Physically and mentally.

It not only makes People get addicted but also causes serious physical problems

such as obesity. It may sound silly however it is a proved fact

Side: No
1 point

If people spend time playing games and spend most of their time on line, it makes them become addicted like smoke and beer.

Addiction is what makes games, alcohol, smoking so harmful and needless. Because of addiction, illusion is created and what teenagers and adults think about for the whole day is games. They imagine that they are shooting at others. That is what is causing them to act without their proper mentality. Because of games, it distracts our lives and at last lead to physical and mental harms.

Side: No
yayati(2) Clarified
1 point

I think you are correct..but addiction of games is not the right way of thinking...if you do anything indiscriminately..is known as addiction..doing math,play ,music study etc indiscriminately is not good for health nor brain....so games is not the only thing that

distracts our lives and at last lead to physical and mental harms.

Side: YES
Bohemian(3860) Disputed
1 point

Game addiction, to the point where it actually impairs a person's life is actually fairly rare occurrence and usually there is some psychological issue which causes or enhances a person's ability to become addicted. Most people can play games as much as they want without ever becoming addicted.

Side: YES