PLoS One August 2014 PMID 23950921

Real-time strategy game training: emergence of a cognitive flexibility trait.

Brian D Glass, W Todd Maddox, Bradley C Love

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145
Peak: 3 in Apr 2020
across 6 sources since Mar 2017

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What people are saying

Discussions reflect a generally positive attitude toward the research, with comments like 'The right game even makes you smarter' and references to scientific studies from institutions like University College London, indicating high interest and recognition of real-world relevance; the tone varies from informative to confrontational, demonstrating diverse levels of engagement and impact on perceptions about gaming and intelligence.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the positive effects of strategic video games on cognitive flexibility, with some explicitly stating the games help improve intelligence.

InterestHigh interest

The discourse shows high interest, as participants debate, cite scientific studies, and discuss the broader implications of the research.

EngagementHigh engagement

Many posts involve detailed opinions, references to studies, and use of technical language, indicating deep engagement with the topic.

ImpactHigh impact

The topics seem to inspire strong opinions about video games' effects on cognition, suggesting the research could influence perceptions and practices around gaming and cognitive training.

Abstract in brief

  • This study investigates whether training with real-time strategy (RTS) video games can improve cognitive flexibility, a key mental skill involving adapting to new information and switching between tasks.
  • The researchers compared two versions of RTS games and used a Bayesian analysis to determine that the version emphasizing maintenance and quick switching between multiple information sources significantly enhanced cognitive flexibility across various tasks.
  • The findings suggest that engaging with certain types of video games can strengthen brain networks involved in cognitive flexibility, opening up practical possibilities for using video games to boost cognitive abilities.]

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Darío López Rincón
@EnClaveDerecho · X

@dev_es @Jorge_Morell @MeriStation @3djuegos @Eurogamer_es @VandalOnline @hobby_consolas @ReconectadosPod @FuKuy @videojuegosAEVI 3⃣University College de Londres: mejora en la capacidad de aprendizaje, adaptación y toma de decisiones - https://t.co/4rzcpAXLVe

Oct 9, 2019 · 3 likes · 1,369 followers View post →
⚕️ Dr. Elliot (1HP Medic)
@1HP_Medic · X

Do video games make you smarter?

Mar 14, 2021 · 1 like · 2,239 followers View post →
Lukas Heumos
@LukasHeumos · X

@fabian_theis The right game even makes you smarter ;) https://t.co/kYxlIwHZvD

Aug 25, 2022 · 1 like · 902 followers View post →
Rich
@ScienceGamed · X

Playing an RTS like StarCraft could help increase some aspects of cognitive flexibility #scicomm #gamedev #science #videogames https://t.co/2BchqCJceP

Oct 16, 2019 · 1 like · 233 followers View post →
IndieVoice
@TheIndieSupport · X

Real-Time Strategy Game Training: Emergence of a Cognitive Flexibility Trait https://t.co/Y8AevnRmS7

Apr 4, 2020 · 1,561 followers View post →
Sam Adriaens #7083
@1_1_2029 · X

@AJA_Cortes Playing StarCraft literally makes you more intelligent. What does dropping weak takes on twitter do, loser? https://t.co/UpVtCtWg87

Sep 20, 2019 · 876 followers View post →

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Lukas Heumos
@LukasHeumos · X

@fabian_theis The right game even makes you smarter ;) https://t.co/kYxlIwHZvD

Aug 25, 2022 · 1 like · 902 followers View post →
Kevin
@Balule_ · X

@amys_bus_ticket First of all you are implementing, that video gaming is harmful to the brain (i guess as a figure for wit). Thats just falls. Its scientifically proven to be the other way around https://t.co/yQameSkMtj Second point. You are writing, that you hope that the Ukrainian Men have

Feb 27, 2022 · 84 followers View post →
⚕️ Dr. Elliot (1HP Medic)
@1HP_Medic · X

Do video games make you smarter?

Mar 14, 2021 · 1 like · 2,239 followers View post →
みっけ556-
@kono_ki · X

@bknb14329647 一応言及しときますね

Feb 16, 2021 · 55 followers View post →
tokatti
@tokatti_ · X

過去に行われた研究ではアクションゲームで意思決定のスピードが上がることが実証されている。今回の実験では、リアルタイムストラテジー系のゲームが脳の判断力を上げ、過去の間違いから学ぶ能力を育ててくれることがわかった https://t.co/BHrWOrpQs4 #自分用メモ

Dec 6, 2020 · 178 followers View post →
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@Kagari_Izumo エビデンスです、https://t.co/auEy2figk0 勉強ばかりしないで、役立ちそうなゲームをしましょうw

Jul 28, 2020 · 446 followers View post →
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SB Gaming RT
@sbgamingrt · X

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Apr 5, 2020 · 247 followers View post →
IndieVoice
@TheIndieSupport · X

Real-Time Strategy Game Training: Emergence of a Cognitive Flexibility Trait https://t.co/Y8AevnRmS7

Apr 4, 2020 · 1,561 followers View post →
tokatti
@tokatti_ · X

因みにゲームの論文をいくつか載せておく! ロンドン大学、ドイツ シャリテ大学 海馬と前頭前変質、小脳のサイズアップ 条件 リアルタイム判断がいる 謎解き要素がある パーティープレイ https://t.co/4ZBdVmlw1Y https://t.co/BHrWOrpQs4

Nov 29, 2019 · 178 followers View post →
Rich
@ScienceGamed · X

Playing an RTS like StarCraft could help increase some aspects of cognitive flexibility #scicomm #gamedev #science #videogames https://t.co/2BchqCJceP

Oct 16, 2019 · 1 like · 233 followers View post →
Darío López Rincón
@EnClaveDerecho · X

@dev_es @Jorge_Morell @MeriStation @3djuegos @Eurogamer_es @VandalOnline @hobby_consolas @ReconectadosPod @FuKuy @videojuegosAEVI 3⃣University College de Londres: mejora en la capacidad de aprendizaje, adaptación y toma de decisiones - https://t.co/4rzcpAXLVe

Oct 9, 2019 · 3 likes · 1,369 followers View post →
Sam Adriaens #7083
@1_1_2029 · X

@AJA_Cortes Playing StarCraft literally makes you more intelligent. What does dropping weak takes on twitter do, loser? https://t.co/UpVtCtWg87

Sep 20, 2019 · 876 followers View post →