Questioning video game time at Southwest Junior High
In hallways at Southwest Junior High School students share sudden views on gaming. Abdul Chatoo 14 says two to three hours daily, Shawn Steele 15 remarks six to seven hours, Michael Davis notes about one hour, Amanda Richardson avoids games, and Travis Sallee says he spends more time gaming than on homework each night.
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Travis Sallee
Local youths in Lawrence embrace video games and consoles
Lawrence students and young residents across ages 11 to 20 express strong interest in computer and console games. Rick Pesraloza, a 15-year-old, plays about four hours daily on systems from Nintendo to Game Boy, focusing on first person shooters and adventure titles. Nesta Wilson, 16, at Lawrence High, recommends Roller Coaster Tycoon and Max Payne, plus Baldur's Gate and EverQuest, praising fun and challenge. Kyle Shirk, 11, at Grant School, favors graphics rich action adventures like Devil May Cry and Onimusha with steady play to improve eye hand coordination. Roommates Amy W. and Shanna M., both gamers, anticipate Final Fantasy X for PlayStation 2, while noting fewer girls in the hobby and the appeal of immersive storylines.
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