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> The [first] generation of gamers never really stopped I get that this was an off-the-cuff statement, but worth digging into. Video gaming has morphed so much

> The [first] generation of gamers never really stopped I get that this was an off-the-cuff statement, but worth digging into. Video gaming has morphed so much. I used to game through the night (Quake through Starcraft, Civ, Diablo, etc) but pretty much gave it up when I had kids. I've found social media and online "edutainment" (inc. HN) to fill that life niche (escapism?) so much better, and even when I've made an effort to try to play a game, it never holds my attention that long. On the other hand, casual gaming has absolutely taken off. I see so many older people even (60+) playing random games when they're waiting for something. My wife and kids do the same.

timoth3y 5y ago
I know what you mean. I used to be a gamer, but kind of drifted away from it in my 20's. I just didn't have the time. But I don't think gaming quite fits the "when I became a man, I put away childish things" feel that some of the other items do. For example, due to time commitments and other responsibilities, I don't travel nearly as much as I used to, but I would not say I have outgrown travel. It's just a lower priority. Also (non-video) gaming has been something adults have done for centuries; checkers, chess, card games, etc. So I tend to view this as just an old behavior with new technology rather than new behavior.
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nly 5y ago
For most adults, casual gaming has become a way to blow off steam or pass unproductive intervals we're forced to endure. You can't exactly work on your side project or hobby while sat at a bus stop or train station for just 10 minutes, so it's a guilt free pleasure. That 1-2 hours of precious free time you get at home, between work, chores and bed, however, is riddled with guilt. Sadly, most of us lack the willpower and energy to make the most of it. Personally, I feel guilty not spending my evenings with my partner if I attempt to man-cave myself away to work on a side project, even though I know they have potential to be transformative to our lives.

timoth3y 5y ago

I know what you mean. I used to be a gamer, but kind of drifted away from it in my 20's. I just didn't have the time. But I don't think gaming quite fits the "when I became a man, I put away childish things" feel that some of the other items do. For example, due to time commitments and other responsibilities, I don't travel nearly as much as I used to, but I would not say I have outgrown travel. It's just a lower priority. Also (non-video) gaming has been something adults have done for centuries; checkers, chess, card games, etc. So I tend to view this as just an old behavior with new technology rather than new behavior.

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nly 5y ago

For most adults, casual gaming has become a way to blow off steam or pass unproductive intervals we're forced to endure. You can't exactly work on your side project or hobby while sat at a bus stop or train station for just 10 minutes, so it's a guilt free pleasure. That 1-2 hours of precious free time you get at home, between work, chores and bed, however, is riddled with guilt. Sadly, most of us lack the willpower and energy to make the most of it. Personally, I feel guilty not spending my evenings with my partner if I attempt to man-cave myself away to work on a side project, even though I know they have potential to be transformative to our lives.