7 Ways Video Games Are Going to Change the World

Video games are not the simple toys past generations thought they were. They have the power to change the world.

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Video games are not the simple toys past generations thought they were. They have the power to change the world. Visceral action games have the power to entertain and hone your senses, evocative games can elicit strong emotions, and games with a message can even incense players to act.

Games are still a young art form, like movies or comics in their infancies. But as they continue to become more and more popular, new kinds of games are emerging, and they’re challenging players to make the world a better place. And the reality is that any game—even the most unlikely—can change the world. Here’s how.

By teaching empathy

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By motivating people to be healthier

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By inspiring people to solve problems

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By increasing peoples' skills

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By increasing awareness of important issues

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By making people curious

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By creating a global community

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