Citation

Eastin MS. Hum. Commun. Res. 2007; 33(4): 450-466.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2007, International Communication Association, Publisher John Wiley and Sons)

DOI

10.1111/j.1468-2958.2007.00307.x

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Most research on violent video game play suggests a positive relationship with aggression-related outcomes. Expanding this research, the current study examines the impact group size, game motivation, in-game behavior, and verbal aggression have on postgame play hostility. Consistent with previous research, group size and verbal aggression both displayed a significant positive relationship with hostility. From these results, avenues for future research on anti- and prosocial outcomes from group gaming are offered.