Video game addiction

Video addiction mirrors the same issues and causes as any other addiction - self-medicating pain with activity that avoids dealing with the pain and problems.  What you describe has the hallmark of any other addictive behavior - an inability to stop when you want to and the addiction affecting your functioning and relationships.  The easiest way to address your addiction is to explore the options of group recovery in your area.  Any of the AA program meetings would address your addiction.  The meetings are free and anonymous and can be attended when you want to attend.  However it may be adventageious to try and find recovery meetings that are specific to either video addiction or internet addiction.  You can find lists of meetings online.  Stopping on your own without outside support usually does not work and you say you've tried to not avail.  Try and find a meeting that you are comfortable with start attending and see if that works for you.