There’s absolutely no doubt about it; to some people video games are extremely addictive. Many say that people are now losing touch with reality and entering virtual worlds, and some would argue that this is particularly worrying.

Some people can play video games for hours and hours, only having short breaks for food and water but there’s a real world right outside, so are gamers wasting their time?

Okay, so you won’t have super powers when you step out doors and you may not be a zombie, but being out and about can really bring some zest to your lifestyle. Too much time gaming could well mean you replace real achievements with ‘virtual’ achievements, and that’s something you may come to regret in the future.

Before you settle down for a day or two of gaming, think whether there’s anything better you could be doing, that’s likely to benefit you in the future.