The impact of video games on the war in Ukraine

The video game developer Valve explains how its games affect the war in Ukraine and Russia

The situation of the war between Russia and Ukraine or seems to be getting better. At the beginning of the outbreak, everyone was expectant about how events would unfold, but over time it has become just another piece of news. In Russia, young people are forbidden to talk about the conflict, although a video game developer brand, Valve Corporation, has found a way to contact them and tell them the status on the front. Through one of its most famous titles, Counter Strike, players have been able to create maps based on the reality of the Ukrainian cities.

On the other hand, some information regarding the use of the Steam Deck as a tool destined for war. Shooter or shooting style video games are usually set in war zonesso it is not surprising that some mechanics and instruments that are used within them or for their management, can be assigned to other purposes more realistic.