In the past ten years there has been an increase in the popularity of violent video games featuring adult material. First person v

The converse argument to this debate is the idea that video games do not actually impact the individual in the slightest. They are in fact are an outlet used to expunge pent-up frustration or stress. Given the statement that video games insight or encourage violent behavior from those who partake in it, one can examine several flaws. If a person is in fact so influenced, whether it be at a subconscious level or not, by a video game, that they would in fact seek to emulate that which is seen on a screen, there is most likely some sort of psychological trauma or other mental incapacitation which will impair that person from distinguishing fantasy from reality. Video games are nothing more than a visual and auditory entertainment medium. The only difference between a game and television, they would argue, is the fact that there is a certain level of interaction. This would only seek to stimulate the creative centers of the mind, not those that seek to cause unrestrained action. Take for example the two Columbine terrorists, Dylan Kleibold and Eric Harris, who claimed to be huge fans of violent video games. Critics are quick to jump to the conclusion that it is a violent entertainment medium, which fueled their hate and ignited their sparks of terrorism and havoc. However then you must ignore the other less o

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