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They don't call it "World of War-Crack" for nothing.
I struggled with a video game addiction a while back. My poison was a game called Everquest.
In my mind, addiction to video games is just as real and dangerous as any controlled substance. The obsession is the same. If nothing else, you can read about some experiences others have had with alcohol and drugs. There is little difference when it comes to many of the behaviors associated with them.
If you google search for "everquest suicide," you'll probably find a story from the 90's about a young man from Wisconsin who killed himself after something happened to him in the game of Everquest. I forget the details, but I think it had something to with another player swindling him out of some of the game gold or something.
He was found in his apartment, slumped over his computer keyboard. There were pizza boxes everywhere. The place was a mess. It appeared he had not left his apartment for some time.
I share this with you not to scare you. It's just an example of how real video game addiction is. Addicts commit suicide from time to time, and video games are no different.
My suggestion is to start with alanon. Some of the details shared by others may be different, but you will also find many stark similarities. I also believe the way others deal with alcoholic and drug addicted loved ones is probably going to be the best way to handle your situation as well.
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