Playing video games may seem like a harmless way to unwind after a long day at work or school. However, gameplay can sometimes dip into something deeper and more consuming. As gaming technology has ...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) - Millions of people dive into video games every day—to compete, unwind, or simply escape. But for some, that pastime can spiral into something darker, marked by isolation ...

Video gaming can be addictive in the same way as cocaine or gambling, the World Health Organization said Monday in a much anticipated update of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD-11).

It’s hard to talk about addiction. The American war on drugs has dedicated over half a century to treating addiction like a crime rather than a disease—portraying drug abuse as a moral failing instead ...

Some video games are a fun distraction, while others are remembered for completely taking over gamers' lives. The line between entertainment and obsession is often blurred by the most addictive titles ...

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WTVD) -- The popular game known as Fortnite continues to be under the spotlight amid a lawsuit claiming it's as addicting as cocaine. Fortnite, created by Cary-based Epic games, ...

Excessive gaming for hours without breaks is a symptom of a behavioral problem and a coping strategy. Lonely, depressed adolescents often turn to gaming—offering connection, stimulation, and escape.

What starts as harmless weekend betting is quietly turning into a daily compulsion for many Ugandans, as easy mobile access, ...

A federal judge in Hawaii is allowing a man to sue the computer-game manufacturer NCsoft for negligence — with allegations that the plaintiff grew addicted to an online game and that it consumed his ...

Ritwik is a passionate gamer who has a soft spot for JRPGs. He's been writing about all things gaming for six years and counting. Grand strategy games offer addictive experiences with managing ...

Mobile games can get a bit of a bad reputation these days, in part because so many of them are chock full of ads and monetization. But at its heart, mobile gaming can be a way to bring games on the go ...