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COMPUTER GAMES
CONTENT
- Definition of Computer Games and Video Games
- Examples of Computer Games
- Input Devices for Playing Computer Games
- Reasons for Playing Computer Games
- Types of Computer Games
- Advantages and Disadvantages of Computer Games
Definition of Computer Games and Video Games
Computer game is also called PC game. It is a video game played on a personal computer, rather than on a video game console. Computer games are software programs used for relaxation and to learn some skills.
A video game is an electronic or computerized game played by manipulating images on a video display television screen.
Examples of Computer Games
1. Spider Solitaire
2. Pacman
3. Space Commander
4. Chess
5. Pinball
6. Digger
7. Heart
Some computer games are supplied by Microsoft windows while some are downloaded from internet.
Input Devices for Playing Computer Games
Computer games can be played using the following input devices:
(i) Keyboard (through the arrow keys)
(ii) Joystick
(iii) Mouse
(iv) Game pad
Reasons for Playing Computer Games
- For the purpose of entertainment
- For educational purpose
- For teaching purpose
- To develops some skills
Types of Computer Games
There are many types of computer games.
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