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He contends that art's role isn't just to entertain but to open up moral vistas — giving humans a safe space to encounter and understand ethical conflicts. Aristotle's concept of catharsis is invoked here, suggesting that art purifies and elevates by allowing us to confront intense emotions in controlled contexts. Just as opera or theater has historically served this purpose, video games can do the same if interacted with responsibly.

He notes that history shows art forms like opera faced similar concerns—namely, that excessive indulgence could lead to distraction or moral decay. Today, this concern applies equally to video games, which possess powerful artistic influence. The danger isn't the art itself but in unregulated engagement, which can distort one's character.