Do video games cause violence?

Encyclopedia of Opinion

Question: Do video games cause violence?
Position1 of 3›: No, video games do not cause violence

This position holds that video games do not cause violence. It argues that no reliable link has been found between violent games and real-world violent crime, and that frequent gaming in fact brings measurable cognitive benefits.

Supporting arguments · 2

There is no known link between violent crimes and video game use
Because there has never been any conclusive evidence that violent video games are a major cause of violent offenses and mass killings, the idea that there is some connection, even without a shred of definitive proof, is illogical.
There are known cognitive benefits to frequent video game use
Some claim playing video games is directly responsible for violence and severe mental disturbance. Yet research contradicts this.