An article in a vernacular daily says that allowing children to play outside is good for them in all respects. Playing with others leads to developing bond. Mud smell keeps the mind pleasant. Playing outside helps them to understand nature. The brain activity increases as they make some pictures, dolls, etc with mud. Further, the mud contains good bacteria that increases body resistance to diseases. So, says the article as per the doctors in Mumbai.
Whereas video games make the children to be aloof, to stay indoors, eating all junk food while playing leading to obesity and other health problems.