Because they are called video games?

            This post is not so much an analysis of any film or game, but a question. Why are video games perceived the way they are perceived? There is this ongoing debate in both the videogame industry and popular culture as to whether video games should be considered art or not. Though in reality the real question should be, do video games elicit emotion or connect with the player beyond just being entertaining. To this point I would argue that yes, video games certainly do and have the capacity to be thought-provoking and emotionally engaging. Therefore, video games are art in the purest sense of the word.

            The issue here than is not one of identity but of perception. For years people have been arguing about the merits and values of video games when in fact these things are self evident to those who understand and appreciate the media. Video games have a stigma attached to them. Not because the industry needs to grow up or because they have nothing to say, but because they are called video "games".

            I will leave you with that thought. I decided to change up the format ask the question to you the reader that I will hopefully answer in a longer following post. Comment away.