Staring a screen is often thought to be bad for eye-sight but apparently playing video games can boost a certain part of adult vision previously thought to be fixed.
Researchers found playing the games improved the ability to notice even very small changes in shades of grey against a uniform background.
“Contrast sensitivity” is important in situations such as driving at night, or in conditions of poor visibility.
The Nature Neuroscience study raises the possibility of using a video game training regime to improve vision.
Contrast sensitivity is often one of the first aspects of vision to be affected by ageing.
Video Games Can Apparently 'Improve Vision'