Alicia Dobner

January 23, 2015

English 112 37
Week 2, Discussion 1
Professor Intawiwat
In reading about the influence video games have on people, and
in watching a video about these games changing the world, various
different opinions have struck me. They have struck me by taking away
my preconceived thoughts about video games and the violence that
may occur from it. Some of these preconceived opinions that I had
include that once kids play violent video games, they too will act out in
the indecency and may even see the world in a negative perspective
rather than a positive one.
The TEDtalk changed the way I look at games in the world in a
few different aspects. I believe, now having more knowledge on the
topic of games that children who play online games may feel as if they
can do anything. They feel a sense of accomplishment while in the
midst of a game, along with using skills in order to reach their future
goal. As these kids notice the skills that have in a virtual game, they
may be more prone to recognize their own skills in real life. Video
games, specifically the new ones of which were introduced near the
end of the speech, are indeed capable of creating a better world. This
may only be true, though, if the games are used correctly and in a
manner that will influence society as we know it.
In my experiences with video games, I have not played enough
to create a personal opinion that would be reliable. For me, this is able
to go both ways. The reasoning for this belief is that it depends on how
the child reacts to battles. They may react by fighting whenever trials
arise, or they may pass this trial with courage and strength, to defend
themselves and others.