People often think of video games as a tool for entertainment only. However, several studies have been conducted to investigate whether video games can be an effective tool for education, particularly in language acquisition. The interactive and immersive nature provides engaging opportunities for learners to practice and learn new languages in a way that traditional methods often lack.

Research by Katemba (2022) found that students were enthusiastic about learning languages through video games. Even if the game difficulty increased, learners remained engaged with the materials. The reward system in online games has led students to develop positive attitudes toward language acquisition. 

Video games offer a lot of benefits for language learners. The mix of challenges and rewards motivates learners to sustain their learning and repetition attitude, which is essential for vocabulary retention. Moreover, the interactive nature of games allows learners to practice language skills in context, improving both comprehension and production. The immersive environments mimic real-life social settings, allowing learners to have meaningful communication and collaboration with other players. 

Shasingo  - A Video Game for Japanese Language Learning Through Photography

Therefore, the potential of video games in language learning lies in their ability to create an engaging, motivational, and contextually rich experience that encourages language development. By taking advantage of this method, educators can complement traditional teaching approaches and provide learners with an engaging tool to enhance their skills effectively while still having fun learning.