In recent years, video games have become an important aspect in the daily lives of people, including young generation. It is said that modern games do not provide skills and knowledge as much as traditional games. However, I find this perspective to be unconvincing, because the diversity of video games offers numerous merits for game players. First of all, the reasons why video games are popular amongst the youth is that it provides a recreational activity to them, and it may help develop friendships and reduce stress. Additionally, as the background of games usually have historical and geographical content, it provides a unique opportunity for children to be exposed to content that is educational. Therefore, gaming can improve children’s memory and comprehension which is practiced whilst playing through the game content, such as puzzles, quests and challenges that require problem solving skills. However, modern games are poorer than traditional games in the aspect...