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Fun or addictive? Weighing real video game concerns against moral panics
Original: Fun or addictive? Addressing warranted concerns while avoiding moral panics around video games | Celia Hodent
Game UX expert Celia Hodent argues that concerns about video game addiction deserve serious attention, but warns against repeating history's moral panics that painted games as inherently harmful. Writing for GamesBeat, she calls for a balanced approach: acknowledging legitimate issues like manipulative monetization and excessive play while avoiding exaggerated claims that stall productive conversation about healthier game design.
Why now: Ongoing debate about gaming addiction, especially around monetization practices and playtime, keeps this topic in the spotlight
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