Does video game can be art?

I know it has been discussed for very long time, and I understand many of the gamers decided not to care about this topic at all cause the game do not need to become art or follow other genre's path, as long as it is enjoyable. Still, I supports 'Game is an art' side, suggesting some really artistic games that can only be performed as the form of gaming. So, as the conversation goes, as I found out no matter what I say the opponent will not be convinced, I cannot stop asking question, 'if none of the game cannot be distinguished as art, then what the hell is the art?'. Well, I am kinda exhausted between the ideas of those who are making games and those who are researching games... but still I wanted to hear some ideas about those who are playing games. And in addition, would there be way to, or the needs of convincing the other side?