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A Letter from Bioware

Discussion in 'Game/SP News & Comments' started by NewsPro, Aug 28, 2001.

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    (Originally posted by Darien)

    Joint CEOs of Bioware, Dr. Ray Muzyka and Dr. Greg Zeschuk, have written a letter to the editor regarding an earlier article which claimed that computer games are detrimental to brain growth. Here is their response in the Edmonton Journal.

    Stimulating adventures challenge players to become part of the story
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    Dr. Ray Muzyka and Dr. Greg Zeschuk

    Re: "Computer games stunt brain growth in children," Journal, Aug. 20.

    It's hard to comment on this article's validity for a number of reasons. The study does not specify studies or peer reviewed publications that support Prof. Ryuta Kawashima's position.

    As you are no doubt aware, the peer review process is one of the key principles in judging the value of medical and scientific research. Assuming that a study is fact until it has been analysed and reviewed by other knowledgeable scientists is not appropriate.

    As medical doctors, we don't think it wise to change a treatment protocol until we have all the valid facts in hand, and have analysed them carefully and thoughtfully.

    Additionally there are many different types of games, such as the pure-reflex hand-eye co-ordination type, others that force you to strategize, and even games that engage you as a participant to become part of the story and help it unfold through your intelligently directed actions.

    This last type is where BioWare's games fit in -- we specifically avoid gratuitous violence in our games, choosing to develop games that actively engage our audience in our stories.

    All these different types of games will engage people differently. Any sweeping generalization would be inappropriate.

    Furthermore, at BioWare we believe that a balanced lifestyle is good for everyone. A balance between mental and physical activity is fundamental to a healthy lifestyle. Reading, sports, listening to music, and playing video games can all offer benefits. We believe a balance between activities is important and healthy.
     
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