• Home
  • About
  • Advertise
  • Ethics
  • Submissions
  • Contact Us

Grimag

  • Popular
  • #GamerGate
  • Topics
    • Culture
    • Industry
    • News
    • Opinion
    • Retro Games
    • Reviews
  • Submit An Article
Home U.S. Court Rules That Video Games Don’t Make Boys Violent

U.S. Court Rules That Video Games Don’t Make Boys Violent Violent games do not create violent men

L K
April 2, 2015 Newsculture, Gaming
  • Facebook
  • Twitter

We always hear the old line that “video games have to be toned down, they always make boys so violent.” Although numerous scientific studies have shown that this is hardly the case, the clan of insatiable, denialist harpies still trot out that tired canard every time they need a seemingly rational reason to attack our hobby and push their agenda. However, if we look at a certain U.S. Court ruling, Interactive Digital Software Ass’n v. St. Louis County, we actually find a case of the law completely rejecting the claim that video games cause people to act violently.

DScult2

As you may know, the U.S. Court system operates on precedents set by prior cases, which means that any case attempting to hinge an argument on this false idea will have a tough time ahead of them so long as this case can be brought up. It is more or less recognized by law that gaming is harmless to the psyche, and it would seem that denialism and emotional appeals are yet unable to sway American judges.

“Unsupported… Inconclusive Or Irrelevant”

The specific case in question was in regards to an effort set to make the purchase or use of any sufficiently violent game by minors as a criminal offense, effectively banning them regardless of parental consent. The defendants argued that on the grounds of the First Amendment, their freedom of artistic expression was violated by such a statute. Judge Morris Arnold rightly reasoned that video games are as protected a medium as books, movies, and other media, something we’ve been telling curmudgeons for years (I’m looking at you, Jack Thompson).

sadjack

Further, the judge repudiates the faulty studies brought up to claim games cause a tendency toward violent behavior, citing them as “unsupported… inconclusive or irrelevant.” It was shown that the studies involved at best only indicated that gaming might lead to a temporary increase in aggression, something that could be just as easily found while playing contact sports or a particularly frustrating board game. Does Monopoly make you rob banks? No.

Where Does The Myth Come From?

Any gamer could have told you this; we’re not the damaged and psychopathic monsters that cultural totalitarians want to make us out to be. But just as they slander all men as rapists, they’ll cite the insane actions of a few nutjobs who got linked, Kevin Bacon-esque, to someone who knew someone who played a mean ol’ video game. In this way, gamers have been tarred as aggressive beasts in need of taming.

It just isn’t true, and here we have more evidence to prove it. Little wonder that these thought police want to make us out to be freaks, since they’ve been so busy putting themselves in the position to ‘reform’ us and our culture. I’m sure you know the only thing we can do is keep up the defense, and fight the good fight lest our way of life become a thing of the past.

violence vs doom

Playing For Keeps

So-called cultural critics have shown themselves willing to employ any underhanded stratagem to make us seem like we belong in an institution, or that we don’t deserve to choose what our own hobby can be about. It’s just another ploy to reshape American culture in their image, with themselves at the helm, and has happened to plenty of subcultures already. But fortunately, gamers aren’t buying it.

Unfortunately though, we can’t expect to find an easy end for the “violence” myth; if scientific fact can’t sway those tribalist hypocrites, the rule of law is just another thing they’re likely to tune out. But for anyone not already with their head firmly situated up their own ass, this ruling represents a good piece of evidence that can be presented to show them the fact of the matter. So get out there today and do your part to keep gaming strong, fight back against the storyline they’re using to make us into villains, and turn the tide of public opinion against those who would manipulate and deceive for their own ends.

Credit to Homer Ruglia Beoulve for research used.

Read More: Start Button: The Alternate Aggregator For Video Games

Apr 2, 2015L K
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
SJWs Lose Their Minds Over "Transphobic" Joke In Pillars of EternityHow Star Trek Online Is Boldly Ripping Off Its Players
More From Reaxxion
  • FIFA 2016 Creator Browbeaten Into Including Female Soccer Teams

  • 5 Quick Tips For Big Success In Smash 4 Multiplayer

  • Why Does Gaming Need To Be Diverse?

Don't Miss Reaxxion's Best Articles!
Every Monday we send an email that recaps the week. Enter your first name and email below to make sure you don't miss out...

We guarantee 100% privacy
Your information will not be shared

L K
April 2, 2015 Newsculture, Gaming
Top 5 Posts Of The Week

  • Parasite In City Is A Great H-Game That Is Full Of RapeParasite In City Is A Great H-Game That Is Full Of Rape

  • Why We Need To Fight Against Transgender AcceptanceWhy We Need To Fight Against Transgender Acceptance

  • If You Support #GamerGate, Rich Stanton Wants To Kick Your AssIf You Support #GamerGate, Rich Stanton Wants To Kick Your Ass

  • 3 Reasons Why Not Eating Pineapple On Pizza Makes You Worse Than Hitler3 Reasons Why Not Eating Pineapple On Pizza Makes You Worse Than Hitler

  • Women In Gaming Receive More Praise And Privilege Than MenWomen In Gaming Receive More Praise And Privilege Than Men

Amazing Email Newsletter
Don't miss a post! Every Monday we send an email that recaps the week. Enter your first name and email below to make sure you don't miss out on our best articles...
We guarantee 100% privacy
Your information will not be shared
Recent Posts
  • Reaxxion Is Closing
  • Crusader Kings II Will Steal All Your Free Time
  • Will Half-Life 3 Ever Be Released?
  • 3 Things Games Must Not Apologize For
  • Z Nation Is Actually Kind Of Awesome
RSS Newest Articles From Return Of Kings
  • Return Of Kings Is Going On Hiatus
  • How To Conquer Writer’s Block
  • 2 Signs To Identify A Liberal In Disguise
  • Comfort Will Not Give You Meaning In Life
  • The Devolution Of The West Can Be Seen Through Popular Sports
RSS Newest Articles From Roosh
  • Roosh Hour #61 – Third World Texas
  • READ NOW: American Pilgrim
  • The Dangerous Women Of Wisconsin
  • The Cardinal Outside Your Window
  • New York City Is Hell
RSS Latest Forum Threads
  • Netflix Thread
  • The Donald Trump thread
  • The new cold war with China
  • Scientist-Theologians, Science and Religion
  • Black attacks on Asians
  • The Biden-Harris Administration
© Kings Media 2014-2015 • About • Advertise • Submissions • Contact Us • Privacy Policy • Terms Of Service