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5 days ago
Sorry, but I don't think anyone convinced me... Maybe I've just completely lost all interest in video games in general. I barely play any video game, games these days. (FPS, platformers, whatever) I don't know man, maybe it's a stupid negativity bias thing, or just the current gaming sphere completely and utterly making me despise the mere idea of being a 'gamer' with how everyone is miserable and clinging on to old games and comparing video games to see who's the best for liking the 'best' game. Maybe I've internalized that crap and that's why I hate my damn self so much.
Maybe there is a better place out there with none of that crap, maybe there is a wholesome place of people who love and respect each other, people who have a love for all games, instead of endlessly making comparisons of how much better their favorite game is compared to a game they hate, along with the people who play it. but I can't seem to find it.
Screw this, I'm just gonna move on to trading card games, as I've taken an interest in them recently.
Maybe there is a better place out there with none of that crap, maybe there is a wholesome place of people who love and respect each other, people who have a love for all games, instead of endlessly making comparisons of how much better their favorite game is compared to a game they hate, along with the people who play it. but I can't seem to find it.
Screw this, I'm just gonna move on to trading card games, as I've taken an interest in them recently.
Alavarryn
~darastrix87
You're not the only one. Years ago, I'd play any video game with endless glee, but now I can't play any for more than 10 minutes without feeling bored and distracted by other stuff. Not to mention the other stuff like the oversaturation of the video game market, how many people get unwarrantedly upset that I don't like their favorites, and how painfully mediocre the majority of games are at best. Nowadays I do other, non-video game hobbies and I feel mentally better. Sometimes, leaving something behind is the best thing to do, even if it's something that you've done for a very long time.
Skippy_Chipskunk
~skippychipskunk
I think the most stressful thing about video games are the restrictions, the repetitive grinding, the randomness cases, and other unwanted elements. Perhaps you would feel better if you went retro with 90s DOS games, or stick to meditative/zen style games which are more relaxing. If there's a game you cannot find, feel free to note me and I'll do my utmost to find it for you.
Bodker
~bodker
You're not alone. I gave up video games a long time ago. Gaming isn't the same anymore. I just play VRchat now but granted I don't really think of that as gaming.
Dark_mage_the_0
~darkmagethe0
have fun, the choice is yours.
TheUnknownMeaverse YT
~pokemonfansuper
Yip my best advice if you want to leave it do so. But honestly the reason I enjoy games I like is because I avoid the fandom's inner sphere. The outer edges/beyond the edges are areas that essentially are not in the fandom. I just play and talk with friends that I enjoy spending time with. Only reason I even do gaming videos is to spread that joy I feel.
Sazerac
~biscottibeauregarde
Modern gaming culture has gotten terribly grindy, with mechanics tailored to keeping players logged in for as long as possible. It's tiring and it's overwhelming. I still play a number of games, but not quite like I used to. As others have noted, getting involved in other hobbies is the best thing to do when feeling burnout. I find board games and DnD to be excellent alternatives due to their social aspect, still games but without the eye straining screens.
yee184696
~yee184696
I just play what i like
SaberMantis
~sabermantis
Yeah I'm kinda with you. Like I haven't turned on my Xbox in months and no games appeals to me anymore. MtG DOES have Dinosaur tribal decks
Raephire
~raephire
most game developers are using asset flips and have poor resource management that crashes either their game or the computer. Im honestly tired of games that Unity and Unreal .. just done with both to be honest.
