2009-12-06, 03:36 AM
Crunching math isn't required for gaming and doesn't really contribute to it promoting critical thinking, in my view. Usually what happens is that some enthusiasts figure out the game mechanics, and then some other enthusiasts figure out strategies for how best to use those game mechanics, and the majority feeds upon those strategies. For the pioneers, the figuring is a game in itself.
However, this is just a stray thought of mine that has little bearing on your essay topic, I think.
However, this is just a stray thought of mine that has little bearing on your essay topic, I think.