Is Minecraft Saving the World From Sheltered Children? [Video]

Not enough kids are playing "rock fights" these days.

Dan Van Winkle

Published: Aug 1, 2014 09:34 am

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Looking for some imaginary paradise in your childhood that never actually existed can be a dangerous trap, but it’s hard not to notice that parenting has changed, and it might not be for the better. Today’s overprotective parents might actually be depriving their kids of valuable life experience, and those video games some are so afraid of might actually be helping—especially Minecraft.

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Dan Van Winkle

Dan Van Winkle (he) is an editor and manager who has been working in digital media since 2013, first at now-defunct Geekosystem (RIP), and then at The Mary Sue starting in 2014, specializing in gaming, science, and technology. Outside of his professional experience, he has been active in video game modding and development as a hobby for many years. He lives in North Carolina with Lisa Brown (his wife) and Liz Lemon (their dog), both of whom are the best, and you will regret challenging him at Smash Bros.