EY Y04 L09 Games

  1. There are many kinds of games that people like to play, such as video games, board games, card games, playground games, gambling games and sports. Tell us about a game that is popular in Japan. Do you play that game? Why?
  2. What was your favorite game when you were a child? Tell us about it.
  3. Do you still play any games now? If yes, what games do you usually play? Who with? If no, why not?
  4. Are you are competitive person? Why do you think that?
  5. Tell us about an interesting game or sport that is popular abroad but not common in Japan.
  6. Do you think video games are harmful to children? Why?

Question 1

I was really surprised by how many pachinko parlors are in Japan. It seems to be very popular, but I don't really understand why. I don't like gambling and I also feel like they are too noisy and smelly. A lot of people smoke in there. Because of those reasons I have never tried it.

Question 2

When I was a kid I really enjoyed board games (pre video game era). My favorite games were Candyland and Life. I liked the colorful characters in Candyland and the little people and cars in Life. It was fun to use my imagination while playing. When video games came out I played Pokemon Red on GameBoy Color and I also had a Sega Genesis.

Question 3

I actually still have my old Playstation 2. I do play some games on it once in a while. My favorite one is Dance Dance Revolution. I enjoy active games. On my phone I play Pokemon Go to get more exercise. I also have a Nintendo Switch. I sometimes play Pokemon Shield or Pokemon Legends Arceus.

Question 4

When playing certain games I can become very competitive. I love to focus on it so much and I get a rush out of it. I used to beat my brothers all the time when we played Smash Brothers or Star Wars Pod Racing on the Nintendo 64. They always got so angry at me. It just made me try harder to win.

Question 5

At least when I lived in America, laser tag was very popular. People wear electronic targets on their chest and back. They try to shoot each other with lasers while running and hiding in an obstacle course. It's a lot of fun to play with friends. I haven't really seen it in Japan, though.

Question 6

I think they could be harmful if they are too violent for a young age group or if kids get too consumed by playing them. I also don't think it is healthy to play many hours a day, but generally I think video games are just fine.

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