Psychology in the news

Psychology in the NewsBy: Ken Abel

Friday, December 7, 12

Perma-death in videogames

• Perma-death in video games is becoming more common - Respawning has overstayed its welcome

• Perfect example of emotion; gamers with one life tend to think using emotions rather than logic

Friday, December 7, 12

Are video games Addictive?

• Researchers say video games are just as addictive as drugs and alcohol

• Perfect example of addiction; the graphics and rewards video games offer tend to get players hooked

Friday, December 7, 12

Call of Duty: Black Ops II most played game on XBOX Live• Call of Duty: Black Ops II is the

most played game on XBOX Live, with Halo 4 trailing behind in 2nd place

• Perfect example of the Confirmation Bias; many thought Halo 4 would inevitably receive this title, but Black Ops II took these gamers by surprise

Friday, December 7, 12