Video Games
We often discuss video games like they’re something that students can play for a half hour and move on from. I don’t spend much time playing video games these days, but I still spend a few hours / month playing Super Mario Galaxy or Mario Kart Wii.
Last weekend, I played Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. Afterward, I could barely concentrate for an hour — let alone read. For one thing, the story drew me in (I love Star Wars), but the game play was also really fun.
I’m not suggesting that this is an excuse for not submitting work. I am also not suggesting that we should ban video games. However, this is an experience I’d forgotten about.
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(While some readers might be inclined to mock the plot of video games, it’s possible that they’ve underestimated the power of the Dark Side. For the record, the greatest gaming story is Final Fantasy VII.)
