Differences in attention abilities between action video game players and non-players

Fast paced action video games require quick decision making and rapid visual processing, leading researchers to examine whether playing these games enhances sustained attention and executive function among university students. A total of forty two healthy male students from Universiti Teknologi MARA Seremban 3 were divided into equal groups of action video game players and non players to complete the Trail Making Test Part A and Part B. Statistical analysis using independent t tests revealed that gamers completed both parts significantly faster than non gamers. These findings demonstrate that regular engagement with action video games is associated with superior sustained attention and better executive function in young adults.