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Belgium has competed at most editions of the World Games after making its first appearance at the 1981 Games.
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Belgium has competed at most editions of the World Games after making its first appearance at the 1981 Games.
| Medal | Name | Games | Sport | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Rob Woestenborghs |  |  | Men's event |
A video game is an electronic game that involves interaction with a user interface to generate visual feedback on a two- or three-dimensional video display device such as a touchscreen, virtual reality headset or monitor/TV set. Since the 1980s, video games have become an increasingly important part of the entertainment industry, and whether they are also a form of art is a matter of dispute.
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