Almost since the dawn of video games, some parents have wondered if they are just a way to waste time. But now that generations of adults have grown up with them, it turns out that gaming has some surprising benefits beyond hand-eye coordination and occasional stress relief. Below are a few of the positives they bring.

What Are the Long-Term Benefits of Video Gaming?

1. Improving Vision

Contrary to popular belief, there’s a solid body of evidence that video gaming can improve your eyesight. People who play, especially first-person shooters, have a better sense of color contrast than non-gamers—with noticeable results within a few weeks.

2. Enhancing Fine Motor Control

Improved hand-eye coordination helps you catch balls and monitor traffic problems, but if you’re a doctor, it can also improve the lives of your patients. Surgeons who play video games for a few hours a week tend to make fewer errors when performing surgeries with very fine incisions.

3. Building Critical Thinking Skills

Gaming requires you to process information in an instant and think on your feet, which can boost critical thinking and decision-making skills. First-person shooters and action games are especially effective at enhancing cognitive development, but even the most laid-back puzzle games help with problem-solving. In fact, some studies have found that playing a simple action game a few hours a week can reverse mental aging.

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