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Originally Posted by Mivo
Have you ever hung out around teens and adults after they spent a lot of time playing shooters? The level of aggression seems much higher than usual. These games are not an outlet, but a generator of adrenaline. Garbage in, garbage out.
This doesn't turn people into murderers, obviously, but I have little doubt that the impact of exposure to interactive violence isn't beneficial. Neither are violent movies and shows, but they are not as engaging.
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It's no secret that some people enjoy an adrenaline rush. Some people like being scared on roller-coasters, for example, while others (myself included) wouldn't go on one for (almost) any inducement.
Isn't it more likely that people with a naturally high level of aggression choose to play shooting games, than that playing shooting games creates the aggression?