Virtual Violence

Virtual violence refers to aggressive, harmful, or destructive actions depicted within digital environments, such as video games, virtual reality, or online simulations. It involves simulated weapons, combat, or hostile behaviors that occur in virtual spaces but may evoke real emotional responses. While not physically harmful, virtual violence can influence attitudes, perceptions, and behaviors by normalizing aggression or desensitizing players to real-world violence. Understanding its impact is essential for creators, players, and policymakers to balance entertainment with awareness of potential psychological effects.