You know him as one of the greatest strikers in modern soccer. But did you know that Robert Lewandowski is a fan of video games?
Let’s take a look how they played a part in turning him into the star he is today.
It all started back in the good old days of Commodore 64. Soon, it became a lifelong fascination. Granted, Robert doesn’t have as much time on his hands as he used to – after all, his family and soccer career are his top priorities – but he still manages to squeeze in some sessions anytime he can.
What games does he play? Robert doesn’t limit himself to one particular genre or theme. He is enjoying Formula 1 and other sport games,
What impact (positive, of course) gaming can have on you
Laser focus. Improved eye-hand coordination. Better cognitive skills. These are some of the most common perks of playing games. But there are more. They teach you how to strategize. How to cooperate with others in order to achieve victory.
And these are the skills you need regardless of whether you’re on the football field or in your corporate office working on that new project for your company. So, video games are a perfect environment for you to develop your abilities in this respect.
Take World of Warcraft, for example. Guilds in this game usually consist of dozens of players.
Turning a motley crew of folks with different schedules, personalities, and playstyles into a well-oiled war machine is certainly an exercise in management. And if you achieve that, what’s stopping you from doing so in real life?
Gaming, contrary to a popular belief, is a pretty social pastime, too. Granted, if you play single-player games you don’t get to interact with anyone, but multiplayer titles are a whole different animal.
You need proper communication to come up with a decent strategy and coordinate your actions with other players. Otherwise, you’ll become cannon fodder and fail miserably.