I've grown TIRED of playing video games.

I've grown TIRED of playing video games.

Partly because of the expectations I've built from playing any games:
• Gotta make content out of it
• Gotta stream
• Gotta make a review
• Gotta edit a video and post it to YouTube

Before long, even the thought of playing any games makes me squirm.

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However, yesterday I was reminded of why I loved gaming.

I played with a group of old friends that had no expectations other than:

Enjoying the game and the presence of each other.

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Some of the conversations that happened offline:

(We played Remnant 2)

Me: Does this game have any saving options? Like CTRL+S or something
A: CTRL+S? 🫨 I'm not even gonna answer that 😆
Everyone: BUAHAHAH

A: Is it HARAM to pet this dog in the game?
B: What?
Me: Hmm, it's digital. I guess it's not.
Me: ...
Me: Wait a minute, touching a dog IRL is not even haram. LOL
Everyone: HAHAHA

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Something I learnt earlier that I seem to have forgotten:

People play games for different reasons. There is no right or wrong.
• Some are highly competitive
• Some want to be immersed in stories
• Some use games as a medium to socialise and talk to friends
• Some enjoy making content

You may have different reasons to play games. If you do, let me know.

Bottomline is we know what makes us truly happy playing games.

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May we enjoy our games,

Have a good day! 🎩