Would you consider movies or video games as visual art? To me a select few video games are amazing representations of art, for example Bioshock Infinite and Spec Ops: The Line. These games have triggered emotional reactions in me unlike any other visual art, so much so that I regularly think about them and still feel the emotions they pulled from me. Bioshock Infinite is beyond beautiful visually, but it also has haunting themes and a thoughtful plot. Spec Ops: The Line toyed with both my heart and mind, it actually made me feel like a bad person.
Sure video games can be art. There are a lot of beautiful video games out there, and I would certainly agree with Bioshock Infinite and Spec Ops: The Line. Have you ever heard of Journey for PS3? That game is pure art rolled into a game. Very haunting and mysterious. I'm also a big fan of the Zelda series, which brings all kinds of emotions and feelings together. And finally, although a bit more playful, Super Mario Galaxy has some stunning visuals!