I'd say you're best of examining what role gaming is serving for you. If you're mentally drained from work, it's likely with or without games you're not going t

I'd say you're best of examining what role gaming is serving for you. If you're mentally drained from work, it's likely with or without games you're not going to progress much on more coding. If you're using games as a social outlet retreating into code (even if it's something you're passionate about) could be harmful in the long run. Addressing why you turn to games will help lay the foundation to feel like you have more choice in how you spend your free time.