I think these “quality” video games are just a bigger commitment (hardware, cost, time) than turning on the tv which most people already did before watching anime
It's strange that anime has become mainstream faster than video games.
I mean in the sense that there's people who have no idea there's short, powerful video games out there that'll completely change your life trajectory, for the better.
Mind you - games as a concept are older than written word in human civilization.
Of course there's predatory games / evil monetization schemes / people playing as an escape for life and not as an experience...
But look beyond those and you'll experiences out there that really are worth your time.
To put it another way if Dostoevsky was alive today he'd be a YouTuber with a strong following making video essays about his favorite games.
What got me thinking about this is that I don't watch many movies, shows, etc - I don't want to become a monk!
But I also want to be really diligent with my time too.
ok but like isnt the alternative him holding the money like a dragon (not letting it enter the pockets of other ppl). i feel like this is objectively better
What do you think about Jeff's $50 million wedding?
A: He deserves every part of it; a man can spend the money he made from his honest work.
B: Wasteful of resources and an unnecessary display of wealth.
C: somewhere in the middle
@lancelothahn@meitian_ snowballing is a lot harder, red-side buffs seem much better than the blue-side buffs, mid lane feels longer and more open and the sides are slightly asymmetric
when i studied at osaka university i had an iraqi roommate that said he would be complete if he converted someone to islam, i now understand what he meant. this is your sign. go learn japanese
in middle school it took 90 minutes for the school bus to make it to my house, on some days where I was really excited to play video games I would choose to walk 70 minutes instead