Online video games and a persons social and personal life?

so many people into online gaming, mainly role-plays...


how does this effect a persons social and personal life?





what are the +ve and -ve of playing online games?

Online video games and a persons social and personal life?
Pluses:





-Gaming is much more interactive than it used to be. It's no longer self-isolating, solitary behaviour. You ARE socializing, the other people just don't happen to be in the same room.


-You can meet and talk with people all over the world. You've already got the game in common to talk about, and can learn a lot about different societies and cultures.


-Online gamers don't necessarily talk only about their games, but get to know each other, often going to conventions, gatherings, or just to visit each other in the real world.


-People who are socially stunted can actually have a life and feel a part of things. Whether it's a mobility issue (such as one who's homebound) or painful shyness, or recovering from abuse - you can hide behind your avatar for as long as it takes to regain your social confidence.


-It's great financial value ... you spend your $15 a month for game time, and don't go out and blow your paycheck partying. :-D





Minuses:


-It's easy to get wrapped up in the game and neglect real life friends and family... or even your job.


-You can actually get really depressed on a day the game is closed for updates or server issues.





World of Warcraft has "Gaming Tips" that pop up on your log in screens, with ideas to enrich your play experience. One of my favorites: "Bring your friends to Azeroth, but don't forget to go outside Azeroth with them as well!"
Reply:It doesnt effect my personal life it makes it less boring i play on xbox live most nights
Reply:it depends how much they play. ive seen people who play all the time and its very sad. when you do actually see them its all they can talk about. my brother used to play alot and i couldnt talk to him anymore cause i couldnt take listening to the politics of star wars galaxies. he doesnt play anymore which is nice.


i used to play them myself. they can be alot of fun. but too much definitely will destroy any social life you may have.
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