XLeviathanDeadX wrote:Im 19 years old and i'll be 20 years old coming up in september. I've always been a gamer, since i was 4 years old its just been an obsession or extreme hobby of mine to buy/collect video games. Now that im in college and everything is far/vastly different, the world of video gaming seems so different to me. I feel like an "old" gamer, like i've lost my spunk or lust of the gaming industry. I promised myself when I was a kid, I would NEVER grow up, and always keep to the hobbys that made myself the happy kid i used to be growing up. The point of this post is, I wonder if any of you other adults who are even older than I am, and parents (which i admire) feel like you are losing that "passion" for video games you used to have or you feel like you are "immature" for playing them. Thanks a bunch, looking forward to some deep replies!
XLeviathanDeadX wrote:thanks for the reply, honestly I don't know what sparked it, i actually took around a 6-7 month break from video games completlely, and just read comic books/ watched movies. Then I was like im going to get my xbox fixed because I miss video games. Then I thought hard about it and was like, I realize alot of my friends who used to play video games and love them like I used to don't like them at all anymore, and are all about partying and girls, why havent i moved on to this stage, its like im stuck in the past or something. So I guess the spark is the changing of all my friends and not me?
SmK252 wrote:I love video games and I'm 21. I believe what you're soon going to realise is - that human relationships is more important than video games. Video games is a hobby.Human relations is a physical -need-My guess is when you're sitting alone and is trying to play a great game getting achievements etc., you're thinking, "what's the point?". You won't have that same feeling when having a girlfriend etc.I myself feel that way, since I love playing video games.. And it pisses me off :P That I cannot enjoy a game probably anymore. Aight, dunno if this helped you, just wanted to explain the way I feel about gaming ;)
Gee, being only 20 and thinking playing games on XB is childish...man, then at what age level am I at being 48. Sure, I played vid games in my teens...if you call pong a vid game hahahaha. I seen the gaming industry grow, game changed as did gaming systems. I played some that were PC based but it wasn't much fun using a keyboard and mouse. It wasn't until I bought a refurb xbox that I started getting into gaming. About two years ago I finally bought an XB360 that I found an enjoyment for gaming (I'm hooked on Fallout3). Sure, there's a whole world out there so go camping, visiting freinds, travel or whatever. Just because you are a gamer doesn't mean that there isn't a whole other world out there. Heck, I might go a week or two before I get back into playing again...but, it doesn't matter because it is just for entertainment after all.
Mkadt wrote:When I was a Child, I thought, spoke & acted as a Child. When I became a Man, I put all Childish things away. 1st Corinthians 13:11.The fact is you are and have become a Man. You are thinking and acting more responsibly/maturely. Finding things to do that cause you to want to venture out and seek a more mature audience is also coming in to factor with you. I think you are seeking yourself as a man now rather than holding on to that boyish childhood.
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Sorry guys. I had to laugh at myself here. It's spelled phase. BTW, spell-check missed it both times.
XLeviathanDeadX wrote:I wonder if any of you other adults who are even older than I am, and parents (which i admire) feel like you are losing that "passion" for video games you used to have or you feel like you are "immature" for playing them. Thanks a bunch, looking forward to some deep replies!
Dazerdark wrote:Keep a bible on it and a box next to it you can use to ship the console in, when the bible fails. Re: Touchy Subject QU4ND4RY 06-13-2009, 1:46 PM XLeviathanDeadX wrote:Im 19 years old and i'll be 20 years old coming up in september. I've always been a gamer, since i was 4 years old its just been an obsession or extreme hobby of mine to buy/collect video games. Now that im in college and everything is far/vastly different, the world of video gaming seems so different to me. I feel like an "old" gamer, like i've lost my spunk or lust of the gaming industry. I promised myself when I was a kid, I would NEVER grow up, and always keep to the hobbys that made myself the happy kid i used to be growing up. The point of this post is, I wonder if any of you other adults who are even older than I am, and parents (which i admire) feel like you are losing that "passion" for video games you used to have or you feel like you are "immature" for playing them. Thanks a bunch, looking forward to some deep replies! Well when you've been gaming nearly as long as the industry has been alive you're sure to lose interest once in a while. Video games, like every industry, has its ups and downs and it can be difficult to stick out the hard times. I have personally never gotten tired of gaming in general but I do know of a few things that help reinvigorate your desire. Take a chance and play a game of a genre you normally don't try or enjoy, the mere change of pace will provide a unique and much needed experience. Don't be afraid to go back and play those NES games as the nostalgia alone is often exciting. Any game with player made content has near infinite depth and will provide a different perspective on games as you'll be designing for others rather than playing. Last of all, don't feel bad if you need to take a break. The games will still be there when you come back and frankly life is too short to do things you don't enjoy. Re: Touchy Subject Drama 313 06-14-2009, 5:26 PM I'm 32 with 2 kids (ages 3 and 13) and do not think video games are childish.Back in the day it may have seemed like that because we were kids,its when video games came full circle.As the times and games evolved so did the gamers,just because you hit a certain age doesnt mean you have to stop.Alot of my friends are the same age as me and play all the time still. It's awesome i get to share this hobby with my kids and watch them grow to enjoy it as well.I'm sure my kids would rather have me spending time with them or home playing video games then doing something else. There's a reason there is a lot of M rated games, there made for Adults and the gaming industry knows the older folks are what keeps them in business. Just a tidbit of information for you, the average age of a gamer is 32. I got no problems with older folks such as my self playing games whether it looks childish or not, as long as it doesnt get in the way of your responsibilities like paying the bills and raising your kids. Video games know no age limit. I got people on my friends list from 20 all the way up to 65. Re: Touchy Subject DutchSmoke808 06-14-2009, 6:51 PM 30 years old and a gamer for 25 years now, no kids but got a depending job and this is my way to unwind. Others watch tv, I game. :) Re: Touchy Subject ST4N DREWS 06-14-2009, 7:53 PM Nothing better than after a crap day at work than to unwind on the xbox! Re: Touchy Subject aixla 06-14-2009, 9:08 PM I'm 29 and I'm not a parent, but I am a therapist who works with traumatized kids. After a day with those guys, I really, really need to unwind. My xbox is a great tool for that.I don't think you need to give up gaming just to "grow up." Actually, having a good coping skill to use at the end of a long day is a sign of a mature individual. It's only when gaming becomes your life (or gets in the way of school, work, relationships, etc) that it becomes a real problem.Anyway, I'm glad to see this thread. It's good to see adults thinking rationally about games and the impact they have individuals (kids and adults) rather than just screaming "Video games are bad!" and running away. *L* We have normality. I repeat, we have normality. Anything you still can't cope with is therefore your own problem. Re: Touchy Subject Silvercube 06-15-2009, 4:32 AM aixla wrote:I'm 29 and I'm not a parent, but I am a therapist who works with traumatized kids. After a day with those guys, I really, really need to unwind. My xbox is a great tool for that.I really respect you. As a traumatized kid myself, it's nice to see there are people out there helping kids. I never got any help when I was a kid. It was only until I got robbed at gunpoint in April that I started going to therapy and dealing with all of the issues. One of the many things I'm doing in college is minoring in psychology, specifically with helping children as I'm very sensitive to notice and pick up things others might not see in children. It's the worst when they are screaming for help inside but don't know how to express it or deal with it (letting anyone know that there's a problem).The Xbox is a great tool for taking a break. Video games has been a huge part of my life ever since I was a kid that kept me alive during the tough times. |Tweet @Silvercube|~ Xbox Care Bear ~ Re: Touchy Subject cittadipalermo8 06-15-2009, 7:02 AM I know what your saying, I'm 25 and have been a gamer since my early years, the easy way round your friends making you feel awkward over your hobby is to get them involved in like a gaming party (ever played Endwar drunk? funny as f***) I do it, they dont mock me for playing. In fact some have even bought themselves a console, basically you need to make a choice as to what will keep you happy...... Gaming will still be here waiting if you decide to give it up for a while. As I've found, gaming tends to be less annoying than quite a few people I know. I know I'd rather play my xbox than visit some people I know Re: Touchy Subject Swither 06-15-2009, 3:58 PM Well as an oldie at 42 I'd say that all that happens is that real-life reduces your gaming time.I play more now in the last few years that my kids have got older, so my hobby I guess is playing pc or xbox games. It is my way of relaxing and that's what I tell the people who look at me as being odd when they find out I play 'kids' games. Page 1 of 3 (81 items) 1 2 3 >
Nothing better than after a crap day at work than to unwind on the xbox!
aixla wrote:I'm 29 and I'm not a parent, but I am a therapist who works with traumatized kids. After a day with those guys, I really, really need to unwind. My xbox is a great tool for that.