Group 10

Advantages and Disadvantages of Playing Online Games

          Today people can enjoy many kinds of amusements which include playing sports, shopping, going camping or playing online games. Online games are now liked by most of the people and are now growing fast in part of the internet based industries. Many people can play these online games together in a network. There are many free online games available on the net that can be downloaded easily. As these are open for public to try and have fun.

         

One of the most obvious benefits that online games bring to the players is that it is much more convenient than traditional ones. After a working day at the office or at school, people do not need to go anywhere to entertain or play some games because they can enjoy many interesting games via their computers connected to the internet. They can just sit at one certain place without needing to move even a single limb to enjoy the game and entertain your selves.

             

For playing online games, there is no need to care about the setup and cleanup required for playing. Additionally, the player has the benefit to play alone or with other online players depending on options that are easier than occasionally playing traditional games. Every traditional game cannot be definitely played by a single person and many need involvement of more people. In addition, online games are less costly to play as compared to other games; some games can be totally free of cost.

             

One can also benefit  from online games just by attempting to clear a stage or a level. Some of the games require brainstorming such as a puzzle online game that needs the players to think of certain ways on how to solve a puzzle. Through that, I think that a person could gain an increase in his or her IQ level which will really benefit in the future. As IQ is important these days to work your way through the upper corporate level.

              

However, sometimes children play too many video games. This is time consuming and can have an affect on their social and academic life. Also, it can be expensive to buy the consoles and also the actual games. Furthermore, some games can be aggressive and violent which can have an effect on someone’s behaviour. There are a lot of games that are for 18 year olds however, children may still play them. This can seriously effect the way the child behaves and speaks. That child may also suffer from depression after a long period of just sitting closed in front of a pc.

            

In conclusion, online games can alter the way people spend their leisurely time positively or negatively depending on whether the players have enough self control or not. Being fully aware of the benefits and drawbacks of online games, the players can maximize their advantages and avoid the addiction.

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Members of Group 10
SMJK(C) Heng Ee