Can games like Starcraft make you smarter?

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Yes, if you apply what you learn from playing the game, of course.

You will learn:

• Project Management (Overseeing and managing different things at the same time.)
• Resource Management (You will know what is important and what isn't)
• Exploitation of weaknesses (Each unit have their weaknesses, and if you know how to capitalize on it, then you can come out on top)
  -Team Work (If you play in a multiplayer co-op, then you'll know how to work with each other)
• Strategic thinking
• Problem-solving