I have discovered certain benefits from playing certain types of games that translate into the real world. When I play games like COD or Team fortress 2, I seem to be able to focus better. Playing with a highly competitive mindset forces you to focus and really analyze situations in games which ultimately leads to situations that requires problem solving. If you are in a situation where you and\or your team is losing, you will search for a way to win. My hand eye coordination is average at best, but I have found strength in developing and implementing strategic elements into my game which usually makes me one of the top players in most games matches I play.

Playing with a highly competitive mindset also allows you to discover your limitations which is important for elevating your game. You can adjust your strategy to compensate for your weaknesses. Understanding your weaknesses allows you to become more consistent overall. If you pwn in certain situations and then all of a sudden a new game starts and you are forced into a situation which places you at a disadvantage, you need to adapt to the current dynamics of the game. Adapting is difficult at times but can completely swing momentum in your favor if done correctly. Understanding your own strengths and weaknesses is key. Once momentum is established, you need to apply maximum pressure to your opponent. If you opponent tries to regain the advantage, do something completely unexpected. Camp on a corner, charge straight down the middle, push from a new direction, set a trap. Vary your style until you can regain momentum. If your team starts dominating in a big way, hit hard and never let up. Be smart, but be very aggressive.

I play games on and off, I am either 100% committed to a game or not at all. This is why I notice in the real world effects these games have one me. When I have a challenging task ahead of me such as new courses for my trade, of troubleshooting a job, I perform better when my off time involves highly focus sessions of high paced strategic games action games.