A lot of people here say that the glut of video games is because "the society values art highly, while it undervalues regular jobs". I disagree. The main cause

A lot of people here say that the glut of video games is because "the society values art highly, while it undervalues regular jobs". I disagree. The main cause for video games overproduction IMO is that, the "real" jobs (fixing potholes etc.), are unpleasant and demanding in all kinds of ways (having a boss, having a fixed schedule, having work to external expectations, dealing with unpleasant physical conditions), while making a game at home is basically a very nice and insular activity - no boss, no deadlines, complete creative freedom. It's basically the best job there is in a sense - that's why people are taking shots at it. If it comes with extra societal appreciation, it's just a nice added bonus on top.