For Immediate Release Representative Stephanie Bice (R-OK), Representative Jim McGovern (D-MA) and iCivics recognized as champions of the U.S. video […]
07.15.2026
June 9, 2026 The Honorable Chuck Grassley The Honorable Dick Durbin Committee on the Judiciary United States Senate Washington, DC […]
06.09.2026
Annual report reveals who, why, and how more than 212 million Americans play video games WASHINGTON, June 3, 2026 — The […]
06.03.2026
Increases in subscription services, mobile content and hardware sales fuel industry revenue, economic impact UPDATE: Circana and Sensor Tower restated spending figures in March 2026, which resulted in […]
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"The World Health Organization knows that common sense and objective research prove video games are not addictive. And, putting that official label on them recklessly trivializes real mental health issues like depression and social anxiety disorder, which deserve treatment and the full attention of the medical community. We strongly encourage the WHO to reverse direction on its proposed action.”
01.05.2018
Specifically, ESA seeks to provide information to the Court regarding the expressive nature of video games and to explain to the Court that it should interpret “advertising” and “trade” under Section 51 so as not to cover video games and other expressive works.
12.22.2017
This study uses a VR horror game to explore the relationship between horror self-efficacy, physiological arousal, and fear on enjoyment and future intention to play similar games. The results help shed light on why some individuals enjoy frightening content.
12.06.2017
This article advocates for the incorporation of digital games and digital gaming into media literacy. An understanding of the place of digital games in society--ludoliteracy--must be taught if we want citizens to have the necessary skill sets to understand, create, analyze and enjoy playful media--a language and experience that permeates modern life.
11.09.2017
Research demonstrates that video games can have a positive impact on physical and mental health. Playing popular video games improves visual attention, contrast sensitivity, spatial navigation, strategic planning, and fine motor skills in the hands.
10.19.2017
The ESA offers its comments and perspectives on the performance consumers need to access advanced telecommunications capability.
10.07.2017
Pokémon Go blends a fun smartphone game with real-life, outdoor physical activity. Initial reports suggest it is a successful population level strategy to increase physical activity levels.
08.16.2017
This study explores how students experience interdisciplinary learning--specifically game jams, hackathons, and similar group game creation events. These events provide young people with exciting opportunities, foster innovation, and strengthen teamwork skills--all of which are essential to working in industry.
07.20.2017
Available evidence about virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET) reveals that virtual reality (VR) is an effective treatment for phobias. VR use will be significantly expanded in routine clinical practice in the future.
06.23.2017
This study found that Kinect-based VR intervention was effective at improving dynamic balance in individuals with chronic severe traumatic brain injury (TBI). The potential therapeutic applications of commercial VR games are very promising.
05.31.2017
The conclusion requested by the plaintiffs—that a party need not prove any actual damage for alleged minor procedural violations of the Biometric Information Privacy Act (“BIPA”)—would impose severe penalties for insignificant defects in notice and consent that would substantially chill innovation with respect to certain personalization features preferred and enjoyed by a vast number of users.
05.24.2017
This study found that active video games (AVG) were effective at increasing energy expenditure and activity levels in children and adolescents with obesity. Active video games can be a therapeutic tool to improve cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, and body awareness.
05.18.2017
