15 Reasons People Play Video Games

[@32523Bwahahaha]

Boredom, nostalgia, no social life, etc. I quit, it's an addiction. I'm exercising and praying more , quitting gives you time to do other stuff, but my social life still sux because I'm autistic.

[@user-pd9xj1bt4e]

try to force yourself to go out and be more outgoing, talk to strangers and hang around with social ppl

[@32523Bwahahaha]

@@user-pd9xj1bt4e Yeah I did that for a while, when I was into PUA I approached 20 girls per day. The problem is normal people don't like autistic ppl very much, so friendships fail in the long term.

[@dj1jesus375]

@@32523Bwahahaha that sounds tough. Your plan sounds good though, good luck!

[@User-ts2jj]

Do sports which re team based like football/soccer. You can make loads of friends that way

[@jaimeabadrodriguez1428]

Start making money on your own terms (legally) and hit the gym hard. There is nothing wrong with you, they're just plain stupid. Don't try to fit in.

[@hygorgoncalves6036]

I considered myself a league of pegends addict. but after I read the stories of overcoming your site, I soon made myself a self-reflection and saw that my life was not as I wanted, and from then on I made the difficult decision to disable my lol account and focus on the outstanding aspects of life real. and I already spent 10 days without playing and I noticed a lot of changes, like looking for a job, dating, going out more with my friends, studying more, and I realize that people are more interested in me. thank you so much Cam, as I would never know that my addiction to games would be so harmful in my real life and now I am cleaning up the mess of my life.

[@alfariel215]

Yeah dude I feel you, I remember that I though I was succesful because I was the best among my friends, bullshit. Not even mentioning the violence that fucking game give you.

[@vitokoskullerx9345]

I Will never understand how many ppl are so addicted playing such a toxic and repetitive game as lol or any other moba.

[@hygorgoncalves6036]

@@vitokoskullerx9345 because they are designed to make you addicted to the game. They contract psychologists and addiction specialists to keep you stuck in the game.

[@alfariel215]

@@vitokoskullerx9345 losers that want to be good at something

[@O.Shawabkeh]

LoL was one of the greatest and most fun online games ever made. Glad though I quit it years ago, will never touch it again, especially after it went down the drain with all the changes, and the change of community as well. They became kind of uncommunicating robots.

[@justusing1381]

i play cuz playing helps me forget the sadness of my broken heart

[@rdpenguin2710]

Fair enough, just remember to play in moderation! Edit: idek that there were small skids against video games. But fuck em B)

[@erakkovaatainen148]

Forgetting the sadness with gaming will never fix your problem permanently.

[@lolnub265]

@@erakkovaatainen148 Very true And i think it adds boredom rather than solving ones sadness precisely

[@THELASTMEDICALNINJA1995]

He got 22 likes so theirs people who agree life sucks

[@bustermachine97]

My main motivation to play was to find/pursue compelling storylines, like in metal gear solid, or in jrpgs like xenogears. And after that was the fun.

[@chelseadesalvo2741]

I have many responsibilities. I’m a Wife, custodial guardian to my two younger siblings, my grandmothers main caretaker, been TTC for 5 years, and a welding teacher. People constantly are calling my name, asking me to do/find things. The only time I have to myself is when I’m gaming. That’s why I prefer single-player video games. I don’t have to talk to anyone or answer any questions. I get to just put my headphones on and immerse myself in a world of being a badass zombie killing machine! I don’t have to think about what I’m about to do, what still need to be done, or how my room is still messy. It’s me time.

[@andre6485]

My favorite game types are bus and trucking simulation games which teaches me alot about operation and history behind them. The reason I play is to relax, for the creative aspect (ability to create your own models in a 3d program and even repaints), because its fun, because its my passion. The good thing about simulator is that they are never toxic and fun for all age groups even though not the most social games. I also work full time 40 + hours so I am able to balance work and game time.

[@SoniaEditss]

I used to game to escape school and my problems. I stopped playing so much because I realized gaming didn’t let me do anything I wanted to do with my life. I realized that i should just find other hobbies and that’s what I do now

[@ataallgirl]

This is part of the reason why I prefer to play games as opposed to reading comic books or watching movies. I feel myself becoming part of the story as I lead my characters(s) through various challenges and obstacles and every decision I make can impact the progress for better or for worse. It's storytelling that allows you to engage and take part rather than sitting still and watch or read the story unfold. And nowadays the stories in videogames are more interesting than movies.

[@ironliterature4908]

Ive completely stopped playing for about 3-4 months now. I like the new boredom I get, it makes my mind actually want to go on a drive or go to Walmart, or lift weights, or watch sports every weekend and start a fantasy team to manage (just some ideas that I do now that others can adopt). I get less social anxiety when I meet people now, its still kinda there but not even close to what it was. My hygiene is back to normal after the all day and night gaming. I would wake up and because I didnt have anything planned, I would go straight to my xbox and another wasted day would go by. I think because of my past, video games let me escape and I was never fully able to digest the mess up's and screw ups of my past until I quit. The brain doesn't like those painful memories so it finds way to not think of them, now I have a benchpress in my garage that I go to when im sad or mad. Get a new routine and stick to it is my best advice. After the week I quit I decided to go back to college so my days are pretty much filled up and the weekend is just football now. I like this new me. I still think of gaming which is why I came back to visit this channel which helped me out so much. I also look at one of my gaming buddies that streams on twitch everyday and think of how much of his existence isn't much. Ive tried to hangout with him multiple times in person but he says 'im streaming' to his 2 viewers. Why not hang around real people? why not just go get a bite to eat with ur friend and go outside? I realized I was like him after my old friend asked me to go to Mardi Gras with him and I was so nervous I said no. I wanted to stay in my safe space which was gaming. Im getting more social and adding social things to my resume like weight lifting and college. thanks again man, if not for this channel I would think I was the odd one out for not continuing to play with them everyday but I found out theres others like me.

[@notofficialdani8250]

You just wrote an essay. Good job. But apart from that, I'm glad to see you live the reality. I just started fully experiencing reality for 2 days. While it may be boring, I can also focus on things that are more important in life (as you also mentioned). My only addiction that I currently want to entirely cure is KZbin addiction.

[@winternightst7001]

PPl: videogames are violent me who is building peacefully a city in minecraft with my friend:

[@sekainomado]

It's a good list, but I think you should be more critical of some reasons. It's important to remember that video games are nothing more than visual art entertainment activity and they are not able to actually fulfill certain needs. Too many gamers get fooled by the sense of accomplishment they get from playing games. I talked to many people about their reasons and many of them don't play for fun but only because the game satisfies their needs to be good at something (competitives), make progress (achievers), be recognized (status seekers) or own something (collectors). What they don't realize is that all of that is pretty much meaningless, as in 99% of cases none of it translates into real-life benefits. Novelty, fun, social interactions are all healthy reasons to play games. But if you play just to feel good about yourself - please do something else that not only will make you feel good but also for a good reason. I'm not saying that occasional dopamine high is wrong. Just like it's fine to have a drink with friends, have fun and enjoy the taste. But if you start drinking all day long, collecting bottles, bragging about how good you are at drinking, etc you just become ridiculous and waste your life on living in an imaginary world.

[@movement2contact]

Thanks for what you're doing, Cam! ✌️😷👍

[@GameQuitters]

thanks!

[@NathanNoon]

I am Indian and my family is traditional and manipulative. They control my life alot. Especially in terms of social life, thoughts and finances. So video game is the only place i feel safe and in control of my life

[@gingergranttech]

That's a sad life .I hope u get a girlfriend soon and leave ur helicopter Indian parents .

[@angeloforcadela7299]

I found myself actually getting tired of the games I have. Grinding and collecting and stuff. I find tiring. But I still want to play them... Or at least want to play something Sooner I found interactive visual novels appealing compared to grinding. I figured maybe Im attracted to the game's story and how it progresses more... So maybe im leaning more on novelty cause the story is a thing I can't experience in the real world (but then again. I love relating to the characters struggle which opposes the idea of novelty a bit)

[@Toafy]

*i love videogames* because i can be a different person in a different life and is very chilling.

[@GameQuitters]

thanks for sharing

[@CheeseburgerStreaming]

try Blade & Sorcery. murder tons of innocent people

[@justing1810]

I play because I enjoy exploring open world environments. I am also a very social person so I like talking with random people.

[@debs3492]

I play videogames just for fun, and to me, it’s kinda therapeutic. I already passed the phase of being addicted into, witch cause me really big problems, but nowadays I play once a week or when i feel stressed, sad or even looking for some other feeling that now in quarantine we don’t have those opportunities. :)

[@ГеоргиВълчев-ъ9д]

I am not struggling with being addicted to games... I am struggling with my parents thinking that playing for an hour or less a day to chill is an addiction

[@devanshlale9548]

How to deal with relapse and video game cravings?

[@GameQuitters]

watch this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWGqZoOIopd4pbM and i also have videos on cravings

[@devanshlale9548]

@@GameQuittersThank you

[@tgrgjii8076]

I play videogames because they're fun, but there's a chance it can become a hyperfixation which sucks because then I can't think of anything but that game (until I finish it, at least).

[@hamstergaming4004]

I play video games because I find it a fun way to chill out, and also I always have something to work towards too.I also love the media and the hard work that goes into making them. I just finished doom eternal and the gameplay was so fun and engaging at all times. I like my life outside of games, and have a job, and working on other goals in life. I play for a healthy amount sometimes more or less depending on my mood and day.I do not see myself stoping this hobby it is a perfect way for me chill out and I have made some new friends in real life to because of it.

[@GameQuitters]

godspeed

[@LeonSylvester]

He’s back 👍👍 nice video Cam

[@GameQuitters]

thanks bro!

[@trident8142]

...... I do 3D modeling engineering company. And i want to create a game or a platform to do the job and have fun. Any idea for this ?

[@katybronsk3607]

I think another reason is shitty life or a perception of a shitty life with no way out. There is this whole popular trope of a guy who works some low rank menial job IRL but then is a leader of a powerful gild in the virtual world. I do think that there are a number of people who feel like they are "stuck" working a job that they don't like and they feel like there is no way for them to build a better life IRL so they turn to video games in order to full fill that need for respect and social status from other players in the virtual world because they feel like it would be possible or easier for them to get it there.

[@GameQuitters]

What is/was your biggest motivation to play games?

[@w00d5m4n]

dopamine

[@najpe8079]

not doing homework or anything in general

[@Jcon4002]

Loneliness

[@luizeduardo1706]

Background Story/Music and Competition.

[@HivoltageCS]

fun. I love games

[@vitokoskullerx9345]

I play games mainly for read a storyline,achieve challenges and develop an internal economy, RPG,Mmos, gacha games etc. I used to play a lot competitive games(especially Overwatch) but I quit that kind of games bc it makes me feel too angry when I lose too much in a row.

[@anires1195]

Exactly and the toxic part of "git gud" where you have to play all day just to maintain your muscle memory and keep yourself up in the ranks, it just ruins you.

[@anires1195]

For me its Smash bros that i'm like well i have to get good at this game, but i know that it's not something that i should be doing. Like it's too much of a waste of time playing it all day.

[@GamewizDeluxe]

I want to experience new, grasping storyline with fast and measurable improvement to my mastery. A lot of corporate video game sellers have let the online player base down, focusing on repetition, money, etc. Waiting for "the next update" seems like a waste of my time. A lot of newer gaming has become a disappointment to gamers.

[@GameQuitters]

Yes the storyline is a good point thanks

[@sillyfella2009]

I see the only developers you know are EA and Activision

[@satoshistan]

boredom also, you get bored you default you the entertainment you know

[@serban8298]

For novelty I recommend fantasy book series!They are way better than fantasy games,I can confirm that!

[@birdbath4488]

one thing that video games, really addictive ones, they get you out of touch with your body resistance. It's easier to get in touch with that if you don't play certain video games.

[@GameQuitters]

For sure

[@joannemcveigh5464]

Thank you for this. ❤

[@MitoVault]

I saw all your 15 reasons and got my hopethesis verified. The only reason that people play videogames is because they can not afford better. Better things in all 15 categories(reasons) can be achieved with money.

[@JojonathanOliveira]

Video games provide an illusion. There is illusion of Mastery, a player may believe they is getting better at combat or driving or whatever, in reality they are just getting better at pressing buttons in a particular sequency. Illusion of risky taking, player aren't actually at any risk, dying in a videogame only means you will get to spend more time to finish it but if time is the only thing a player risk than just by continuing to play they are losing time. Illusion of progress and collectables, the only progress is the skill of pressing buttons and the only thing being collected are bits of code. There are no items, just code for a fictional character who is also made of code. It can be a means to socialize, but so is the nearby subway station. It can be a means to gain money under very specific situations. But at the end of the day is just a magic trick, once you see through, it no longer work.

[@justing1810]

The problem for me is that I feel like with the time I am spending exploring the virtual world I could spend that time exploring the real one.

[@GameQuitters]

100%

[@floridaman6982]

Writing a schedule and journal helps me manage my free time better… ask yourself if your proud of how the day went and schedule the day before. If I fit a game or two in it’s not out of boredom I actually scheduled that time and keep it at a low percentage of my free time.

[@GameQuitters]

a schedule and journal help a lot for sure!

[@omega3193]

great video!!

[@GameQuitters]

Thank you!!

[@ezequielperrollas]

Hey Cam! Nice channel! Question: What do you think about Magic The Gathering or some other tabletop games?

[@GameQuitters]

tabletop is all good in my books!

[@ezequielperrollas]

@@GameQuitters nice!! Thanks Cam. I play videogames occasionally. I don't think I'm addicted to them but I'm being cautious since I played a lot as a teenager. But I play Magic The Gathering, Chess and some other tabletop games with friends (in a healthy way) and we have so much fun! Keep up the good work!

[@Shotzdownn]

No matter what I do, I reinstall games after a couple of weeks. It's really not fruitful when I delete games, I can't even do eveyday tasks and just sleep.

[@gameglimpses8861]

I used to be just like you and because of that, my career was ruined, love life not going anywhere. Try moving/shifting to another place, get a job or for some education. Just leave your PC or console etc at the last place, or just donate them.

[@beefling5390]

@@kaitlee100 If you take away something make sure you replace with something else more fruitful and something he can potentially enjoy like an instrument.

[@genievealyssagonzaga3877]

Hello, I hope someone would answer this question: Is there a difference between a casual video gamer and an esports player?

[@GameQuitters]

casual gamer just plays video games recreationally whereas an esports player is playing in a competitive environment - even if it's just for fun. gamequitters.com/what-is-esports/

[@IRONMANFAN2008]

Im 31 and love video games

[@zen608]

IMO videogames are just a worse alternative to the real thing AKA real life. Sure it may be a comforting escape but in the end its all an illusion.

[@GameQuitters]

fair point

[@whiteboxwithbluelights1473]

So true🙂

[@Jcon4002]

Same with things like tv or porn,we imagine ourselves in situations since reality is often disappointing.

[@32523Bwahahaha]

Good point but working sucks as well, paid slavery

[@AS-cs9gi]

hey a classic roblox player. I hate the roblox devs for not having a classic version like how runescape has a classic version

[@baileyIrishCream6984]

Wow my friend I have never put that much thought into it I just play because I've been doing it my whole life and I really enjoy them and don't care what anyone else thinks about it I will play til I am any old man and die playing PS 20 and Xbox 8k 952 😎🥳

[@cardodalisay6800]

For me I want to earn money by playing games, but I never ever earned money from playing games. I also want to top in a server but I never had been on top. I want to know if you are rich already, what do you do, do you still play games? Tbh, after earning money from playing games, I want to create a business and I can buy everything that I want, and I want to build things like cars and buildings. Let me leave this for my future guidance. 1:58AM, June 29, 2021

[@Ozblu3y]

I think I play to prove people wrong, I always play off meta.

[@GameQuitters]

interesting!

[@takoyaki-gq1qj]

I play game because I have nothing to do yet. because of corona. I can't go outside. Simply have nothing to do and it boring. Cam say productivity! productivity! but, I don't care to productivity, Hobby isnt job. it okay even not productive. I play sandbox games and truck driving games and racing game. Just because if you try drive Lamborghini or Semi truck in real life. it's too expensive. I mainly play game that you build car like LEGO. Just because if build many RC lego car in real life. It's very expensive. I play city building game in sandbox mode. Just because if you try build large miniture city in real life, it very very expensive and take a lot of space.

[@joeschneider02]

Now just to clarify when you say physical world other than virtual world physical world that you refer to you mean as fault world correct not physical like solid physical by the way the percentage ratio of really want to know seriously to confirm 49% curiosity out of sarcasm and proper use of terminology and context 51% otherwise appreciate the effort in time of the video you may have inspired me to get back into gaming seeing as that is the one a few alternative options to sleeping due to the fact of minimal to no brain stimulation and was thinking about using it or trying it as an alternative which is totally different for me and my approach to gaming

[@hemzamjidila6545]

Hi cam great video i want youre opinion between offline games and online one i think theres major difference

[@emmanuelespirituvlogs1987]

Bcoz its safe to spend spare time not like going outside drink alcohol, dating strangers.

[@PrinceOberon87]

I'll tell you why I do. I'm Asperger's, gay and I have depression. I'm not addicted but every time I switch on my Xbox I get to be someone else for a while and that's everything. I then switch my Xbox off for a while then live my life for a while

[@johnynoway9127]

i can quit and i have ut just made me think of my real life and how boring it is. So...while i can quit at any time i have no reason to qyit since its the only thing keeping me away from depression... And yes i have tried going out n socializing.. still boring...like..people are boring in general. I dont find joy in small things so..when i beat that hard boss or level is the only way i can feel excited at this point.

[@johnynoway9127]

@Martin Guinto uh.. use , plese..... idk when 1 thought ends and another begins

[@Triplethreetwo]

The concept of leveling up.Its slow IRL . you can't even see it. it makes people happy when they can see stats, achievement in video games.

[@zaneatat]

I play bcs my life is empty. And the only options i have is stare at wall or play games 24/7

[@gameglimpses8861]

looking good cam

[@arturpjur]

Went back to gaming because of corona lockdown, I'm reducing my gaming time to 1hr a day wish me luck!

[@GameQuitters]

good luck!

[@ratherbfishing455]

Read books and watch documentaries.

[@theacidtonguedconservative3865]

I'm gonna be honest, I think you approached this topic from a very cynical point of view. Games are an amazing art form that deserve to be appreciated for what they are rather than looked at exclusively as a potential problem. I'm going to make my own video on this topic.

[@juliancastro674]

The Achievement

[@ThePkr1984]

I only play becuz of 2 reasons: 1: I play it to make friends on roblox 2: I get lots of dopamine

[@GameQuitters]

thx for sharing

[@PinkYellowGreen2023]

I don’t like playing games. I’m too old😂

[@abracadabra2337]

I Rather ride a bicycle play golf go for a walk etc

[@marinomusico5768]

Interesting

[@Alphae21]

Lol who else was emailed this

[@psych7725]

Good video

[@GameQuitters]

Thx

[@paulamary6791]

all off the abovementioned

[@jonathan6480]

Reason 16: Stream-snipe Wings of Redemption.

[@GameQuitters]

lol

[@jonathan6480]

@@GameQuitters LOOK HERE! LOOK! LISTEN!

[@CheeseburgerStreaming]

Fun? what other reason would there be

[@1reny]

Depression unfortunately

[@davidlangvad5374]

hi im new here

[@H_Grunt]

I play video games because I have nothing else. It fills in the blanks. I can't be a hero, someone who people look up to and love in real life and I can't be normal, change the past (save scum), be a woman on Saturday and a guy on Monday, etc. Also the world is just messed up. I don't want to participate in it or support what it represents. It's ugly too... No magic. No elves with big hairy feet. It's just boring. I will continue to game, sleep and smoke lots of cigarettes until I die then I will be transported to the next life in Skyrim or somewhere. 🥳

[@ninjatech1385]

I play bcz I becames angry at my parents. They want me not to play games. I am adult I want control over it so I play. My parents have no social life. They are so dependent on me.

[@thebatesdude]

I play video games because my life is generally boring

[@winternightst7001]

why does most people saying they quit are like 35 year old... *why are you even playing in the first place then*

[@ratherbfishing455]

They have a warped personality? Maybe they are bedridden? No parents?

[@samuelaryaveeryogigaming1324]

For me I think games,movies and serials all are nonsense!

[@krmiistudios2479]

Video games aren't just a hobby for me It's who I am.

[@GameQuitters]

watch this one, we talk about that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJTPdWSfntucfaM