A multiplayer video game is one which more than one person can play in the same game environment at the same time. In a variety of different multiplayer game types, players may individually compete against two or more human contestants, work cooperatively with a human partner(s) in order to achieve a common goal, supervise activities of other players, or engage in a game type that incorporates any possible combination of the above. Multiplayer games typically require the players to share resources of a single game system or use networking technologies that allow players to play together over greater distances.
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The Effects of Video Games in Children • Positive Effects of Video Games on Human Development • Negative Effects of Video Gaming The debate about the positive and negative effects of video games tries to build
its case in what has become a battle for children's minds.
Negative Effects of Video Gaming
• Obesity • Social Isolation • Negative View of Women • Violent Behavior • Drop in School Performance
Positive Effects of Video Games on Human Development
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Reflexes Hand-to-Eye Coordination Social Development Teamwork Skills Leadership Skills Problem-Solving Skills Academic Achievement
• Information Retention
Sega NetLink in 1996, Game.com in 1997 Dreamcast in 2000,
game consoles have also begun to support network gaming, over both the internet and LANs. Many mobile phones and handheld consoles also offer wireless gaming through Bluetooth or similar technologies.
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Top Games Played World of Warcraft
MMOs NeoPets, Club Penguin
RUNESCAPE Halo Call of Duty
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