Tag: Computer Games
Empire Total War – hot computer game.
Note: Originally published on a now defunct blog on 16th January 2009 Readers of my blogs may be aware that I enjoy playing some computer games. I even have a page devoted to the subject on my website here. Soon, my favorite computer game developer – The Creative Assembly – will be releasing Empire – [...]
Why the right computer game helps personal development.
For some time now I have been very interested in the effects of computer games in the realm of personal development. Over the years I have come across a variety of interesting illustrations and one of the most notable was learning about how computer games can be used to help children undergoing certain medical procedures [...]
Today is Patriots' Day – Marathon Monday
Monday April 20th, this year, is Patriots’ Day – Marathon Monday. Patriots’ Day is a civic holiday (in some American areas) commemorating the anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, the first battles of the American Revolutionary War. More here. And here. Besides having a personal interest in American history and culture in general, [...]
Is playing computer games really the way to the top?
Computer games…. The term evokes different feelings, thoughts and emotions in people. Some think computer games are bad and responsible for many ills in society. Others would rather not do anything else than play computer games (yes, they might be in a very bad way). Still others have a balanced view. Balance is key in [...]
Playing video games 'improves brainpower of older people'.
Last month I wrote an article on my old blog which is now published here (on this blog) under a new date: Why the right computer game helps personal development. Today, I came across an article in Britain’s Daily Mail online: Playing video games ‘improves brainpower of older people’ I quote: Those who played the video [...]
