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Today Andy is:

I've been a videogame expert for 15 years, most recently focusing on family gaming for Radio 4 and national magazines.

Videogames are often criticised for being addictive, damaging and isolating, particularly for children. As a parent this was a concern for me too, but they've become a valuable part of our family's life.They create shared play times for the whole family. They create understanding and enthusiasm for sports, reading, art and storytelling. They create important conversations about difficult topics like life and death. Sure, videogames are addictive, but they also have a lot to contribute.

In a nutshell, videogames may sometimes be addictive and isolating but they are also a hugely valuable part of our culture. To ignore them is to miss out on what they can contribute to healthy family life. Family gaming is important.