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    6 Ways Video Gaming Can Improve Creative Writing Skills

    Nerd VoicesBy Nerd VoicesApril 19, 20225 Mins Read
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    Gaming is something so many people disapprove of. This is due to its bad reputation and the myth that only lazy and unproductive people practice gaming. The truth is quite different. There are gaming enthusiasts who use this activity to improve their lives. Whether it’s used as stress relief, means of socializing, or simply a source of entertainment, gaming can do more good than you expect.

    In fact, playing video games can help improve your creative writing skills if you want to learn how to keep reading. Here are six ways gaming will help you write better.

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    1. Discussion Threads

    If you’re playing a multiplayer game online, you’ll be included in a discussion thread about the game. More often than not, these threads turn into debates, feisty discussions, or friendly conversations that can go on forever.

    These discussion threads are a great writing practice since they provide:

    • motivation to express yourself accurately and precisely
    • an audience you’re trying to impress
    • an endless source of topics and ideas
    • the ultimate practice environment

    The more discussions you join, the more you’ll develop your writing skills.

    2. Socializing

    Socialization is one of the preconditions for advanced writing skills and verbal creativity. This is because socializing brings you:

    • confidence to state your opinion
    • skills of communicating your ideas
    • feedback from the people around you

    Playing video games is a great way to gather a group of people around a fun activity, whether they’re together live or online. Spending time surrounded by people broadens your horizons and boosts your writing skills.

    3. Mental Break

    Did you ever feel like your head’s going to explode, and you need to stop whatever you’re doing? This happens that all writers experience, even the professional ones working at grab-my-paper.org. Simply, there comes the point where your mind can’t keep up anymore.

    That’s when you need a mental break.

    And, gaming is a perfect choice.

    Playing a video game to step away from your creative writing assignment is a great idea. Your mind will take the much-needed rest, and it will be ready for a whole new writing session afterward. You’ll get back to writing feeling motivated, inspired, and well-rested.

    This is especially the case with video games that don’t require using logic skills or complex mental assignments.

    4. Boosting Creativity

    Creative writing can’t work without creativity. It would be best to practice unlocking the creative parts of your brain and putting them to use when writing. Luckily, video games can help.

    There are so many video games that require using your creative skills non-stop. Whether it’s to solve a mission in GTA, build something in Minecraft, or come up with a life story in Sims – you need your best creative side to start working.

    This means that video games can help:

    • explore the limits of your mind
    • come up with ideas and try them out
    • boost your creativity

    Later on, you can apply the same skills to your creative writing and see where it takes you. It’s excellent practice and will give you room to explore and practice.

    5. Clearing Your Mind

    Writer’s block is not uncommon, and everyone who’s ever dealt with writing must’ve experienced it. It’s that moment when you need an idea so badly but can’t think of a single thing to write. Or, you’re staring at that black screen before you, but your mind isn’t working with you.

    What you need is a reset.

    Your mind simply needs to take on any other activity and get back to creative writing later. So, why not play a video game you’ll enjoy taking your mind off your block and having some fun. After relaxing and getting back to work, your writer’s block will be gone.

    That means that video games assist in that critical moment when you need to restart and get a fresh start.

    6. Educational Games

    Finally, video gaming can be educational and provide a learning environment for those playing. Educational video games come in all forms and shapes, and you can choose the type that suits your needs the most.

    Whether expanding your vocabulary, learning about the topics you cover in your creative writing, or practicing grammar games will boost your confidence and help you fly higher.

    As a result, you’ll be learning through play and quickly acquiring all the new skills and knowledge.

    Final Thoughts

    Video gaming may primarily be a source of fun and relaxation, but it can also help a lot in creative writing. You can apply video gaming as a form of practice, stress relief, or mental break, depending on what you need at that moment. You can also use it to boost your creativity and clear your head.

    We hope that this article helped you discover the six surprising ways video gaming can improve your writing skills. If you like what you read, start applying those methods today!

    Author’s Bio

    Jessica Fender is a content writer and a hardcore gamer. She loves combining her passion for writing and love for gaming to create informative and valuable content for her readers. She shares easy-to-apply tips and the latest news from her perspective.

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