‘Counter-Strike’ players are faster decision-makers, study shows


The ‘Counter-Strike’ video game could help to improve people’s cognitive abilities, according to research from the University of Sheffield. — AFP Relaxnews

Whether it's jumping at the right moment, choosing the quickest route or aiming with precision, Counter-Strike players know all too well that winning is a question of speed. And in this field, it seems that the most experienced players have a head start, making decisions faster than novices, according to a study conducted by the University of Sheffield.

Could playing First-Person Shooter (FPS) video games like Counter-Strike make us sharper? So suggests a study titled "The Psychology of Counter-Strike” by researchers at the University of Sheffield, in partnership with esport organisation Endpoint. The research, carried out on 230 players of varying skill levels, reveals fascinating findings that echo those of the Canadian "Brain and Body” study, released in autumn 2024.

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