I think a major difference between most games and real problem solving at work is that the environment is massively simplified and a lot of wrinkles when dealin

I think a major difference between most games and real problem solving at work is that the environment is massively simplified and a lot of wrinkles when dealing with the real world are ironed out. In most games you can just relax and not think too hard, I would say, and reap massive rewards, while in real life, rewards come in much more intangible forms after much harder struggling. This could also explain why many would rather just play games than solve real-world problems when they come home from work. It requires a bit of discipline, desire and resolve I would say. But one should also realize that the rewards of actually going out to solve real-world problems and interact with real people are so much sweeter than the virtual rewards you earn in simplified and idealized games, in many aspects. I would also say that while many don't do it at home, there are still many people that do, and do an amazing job at it.