The Impact of Playing Multiplayer Online Battle Arena Video Games on the Enhancement of Computational Thinking Skills Among Students in Indonesia

This research examines the impact of playing Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) video games on computational thinking skills among Indonesian college students. Using a quantitative approach, structured and valid questionnaires were administered to collect data and explore the potential benefits of video games in education. The findings indicate that playing MOBA games is associated with enhanced computational thinking skills. Additionally, Participants recognized the positive influence of playing MOBA games on computational thinking, highlighting improved strategic thinking, decision-making, and team coordination as main benefits. These results contribute to the existing research on gaming and cognitive skills, underscoring the potential of MOBA games for fostering computational thinking abilities. Educators and program developers can utilize these insights to enhance teaching and learning methods by integrating video games.