i think it really depends on how the kids are raised, i know from exp. i let my 10 year old play halo and other games on x-box, but i wont let him interact with some of the idiots on the internet, because the language or words that are typed,plus i dont want him seeing offensive spray's.my son is also an a-b student who doesnt have a violent bone in his body.he's a nerd who likes to play video games and thats the way i like it. i think its alright just as long as you monitor his behavior and the way he performs in school.