> Well yes, and it's exactly the same for video games, which almost always are about making the player overcome obstacles to achieve rewards. Video games are a

> Well yes, and it's exactly the same for video games, which almost always are about making the player overcome obstacles to achieve rewards. Video games are about creating the perception of challenge and the perception of reward, both of which are calibrated to maximize user engagement and enjoyment. I don't dislike games as a form of entertainment, but let's not pretend they're in any way an analogue of real life.