Video games can help the brain in a number of ways, such as enhanced visual perception, improved ability to switch between tasks, and better information processing.

Why is gaming bad for your brain?

Montreal researchers find 1st link between shooter games, loss of grey matter. Playing first-person shooter video games causes some users to lose grey matter in a part of their brain associated with the memory of past events and experiences, a new study by two Montreal researchers concludes.

Is gaming good for your brain?

Video games can increase your brain's gray matter.

Gaming is really a workout for your mind disguised as fun. Studies have shown that playing video games regularly may increase gray matter in the brain and boost brain connectivity.